Ceiling or Floor Hoist?
Key Factors That Make The Difference
You should consider a ceiling hoist over a floor hoist in several situations:
- Limited floor space: Ceiling hoists are ideal for small rooms or areas with restricted space, as they do not occupy any floor space.
- Frequent transfers: If a client requires regular transfers, a ceiling hoist is more efficient and easier to maneuver.
- Unobstructed transfer path: Ceiling hoists are preferable when floor obstacles could hinder a floor hoist's movement.
- Single-handed care: Unlike floor hoists, which often require two caregivers, ceiling hoists can typically be operated by one person.
- Enhanced safety: Ceiling hoists improve safety for both the client and caregiver, reducing the risk of manual handling injuries.
- Infection control: Because ceiling hoists are usually designated for a single client, they help minimize the risk of cross-contamination.
- Rehabilitation support: Ceiling hoists provide more rehabilitation options, assisting with walking and verticalization.
- Preserving patient dignity: The smooth, controlled movement of ceiling hoists enhances patient comfort and dignity during transfers.
- Long-term cost-effectiveness: Although ceiling hoists have a higher initial cost, they can be more economical over time due to reduced staffing needs and lower maintenance costs.
- Patient preference: Many clients find ceiling hoists more comfortable than floor hoists during transfers.
Try Before You Buy
It is important to trial a ceiling hoist to understand its functionality, ease of use, and how it fits your specific needs. Trying ensures compatibility with your space, improves caregiver confidence, and helps assess the clinical benefits before making a commitment.
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The Luna Ceiling Hoist is a versatile lifting device designed for patient transfers in healthcare settings. It functions as both a fixed and portable hoist, allowing for flexibility in use across different environments.
Yes, the Luna ceiling hoist is available for hire, and it can be used alongside a portable two-post gantry for added versatility in patient handling. This combination allows for flexible and efficient mobility solutions in various care settings.
The Luna ceiling hoist supports weight capacities up to 200kg in portable mode and 275kg in fixed mode.
The hoist requires approximately 4.5 to 5 hours to fully charge an empty battery.
On a full charge, the Luna Ceiling Hoist can perform about 50 lifts of 0.5 meters with a load of 100 kg
The hoist measures 320 mm x 130 mm and weighs 6.7 kg without the spreader bar.
The Luna Ceiling Hoist is operated using an ergonomic hand control featuring clear function buttons, designed to facilitate safe and simple patient transfers for caregivers.
The Luna ceiling hoist has several unique features that set it apart from other models:
- Dual functionality: The Luna can function as both a fixed and portable ceiling hoist in a single unit. This versatility allows it to be easily adapted for different rooms and lifting needs without requiring separate fixed and portable units.
- Quick-release system: The Luna features a unique quick-release mechanism that allows it to be detached from the track in seconds without any tools. This enables swift conversion between fixed and portable modes.
- Innovative design: The Luna has a distinctive spherical shape that exemplifies Scandinavian design aesthetics. Its modern and elegant appearance makes it suitable for various settings.
- IPx4 protection: The Luna is IPx4 rated, meaning it can tolerate water exposure. This allows it to be safely used in bathrooms and wet environments without risk of failure.
- E-Track system: The Luna can be used with a unique side-mounted E-Track, which is a thin profile horizontally fixed rail. This eliminates the need for ceiling brackets and provides more installation flexibility, especially in rooms with challenging ceiling conditions.
- Versatile charging options: The Luna can be charged via the hand control on a wall-mounted docking station, offering convenient charging solutions.
These features combine to make the Luna ceiling hoist a highly adaptable, user-friendly, and cost-effective solution for healthcare facilities and home care environments.
The Luna ceiling hoist's battery operation has some notable features that set it apart from many other models:
- Battery life: The Luna can perform approximately 50 lifts of 0.5m with a 100 kg load on a single charge. This is a respectable number of lifts per charge, allowing for multiple uses before recharging is necessary.
- Charging time: It takes approximately 4.5 to 5 hours to fully charge an empty battery. This relatively quick charging time ensures minimal downtime between uses.
- Charging options: The Luna offers versatile charging options. It can be charged via the hand control on a wall-mounted docking station, providing convenient and flexible charging solutions.
- Battery indicators: The Luna features low battery and charging indicators. This helps caregivers monitor the battery status and ensures the hoist is always ready for use.
- Emergency functions: Even with low battery, the Luna includes both electrical and manual emergency lowering functions. This ensures patient safety in critical situations.
- Soft start and stop: The motor control includes a soft start and stop feature, which contributes to efficient battery use and a smoother experience for the patient.
- Overload protection: The Luna includes overload protection, which can help prevent excessive battery drain in situations where the hoist is used improperly.
The Luna ceiling hoist offers a well-rounded and efficient battery operation system. The combination of good battery life, quick charging, flexible charging options, and safety features make it a competitive option in the ceiling hoist market.
