Transport Bed
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The Transport Bed is a maneuverable, clinical-grade bed for moving patients between departments quickly and safely. It pairs smooth-rolling castors and central braking with fold-down side rails, a supportive wipe-clean mattress, and adjustable back/leg sections for comfort during longer transfers. Ideal for emergency, imaging, theatre, and recovery areas, it improves patient safety, reduces staff strain, and keeps workflows moving in busy hospitals and clinics.
Description
A Transport Bed is a hospital-grade mobile bed designed to move patients safely and comfortably between departments such as emergency, imaging, theatres, and wards. Built on a rigid steel or aluminum chassis with impact bumpers, it combines the maneuverability of a trolley with the stability of a bed. A supportive, wipe-clean mattress and adjustable backrest (and often knee/leg section) keep patients comfortable during longer transfers or procedures, while full-length side rails and belts help prevent falls.
Key features & benefits
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Smooth, controlled mobility: Large swivel castors with central braking and directional lock make it easier to steer down corridors, through lifts, and around tight turns.
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Patient safety first: Fold-down side rails, restraint straps, and secure parking brakes reduce risk during transfers.
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Adjustable comfort: Backrest and leg sections support semi-Fowler or supine positions to aid breathing, observation, and minor procedures en route.
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Height adjustment (model dependent): Hydraulic or gas-assist lift protects staff from strain and simplifies bed-to-bed or bed-to-table transfers.
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Hygiene-ready surfaces: Seam-minimizing panels and a non-porous mattress cover withstand frequent disinfection.
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Built-in utility: Mounting points for an IV pole, accessory rails, and storage trays keep essentials close at hand.
Typical applications
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Rapid movement from ambulance bay or triage to diagnostics and treatment.
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Interdepartmental transfers for scans, procedures, and post-operative recovery.
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Day-care units and short-stay areas where quick turnover and patient comfort are critical.
How it compares
Compared with a basic wheeled stretcher, a Transport Bed offers better stability, thicker cushioning, and often height adjustment for safer lateral transfers. Versus a full ward bed, it is narrower and easier to maneuver, saving time and effort in busy corridors.
Selection guidance
Choose by weight capacity, height range, brake system (central or individual), castor size, side-rail design, mattress specification, and required accessories (IV pole, oxygen holder, X-ray access panels). For regulated facilities, request documentation that the chosen model has been tested to recognized hospital furniture standards for strength, durability, and infection-control performance.
