EasyTrack FS Hoist

The EasyTrack FS is a free standing, versatile solution for all types of point to point transfers - wheelchair to bed, bed to chair, even in the bathroom, anywhere there is a lift and transfer need.

The EasyTrack FS has a safe working load of 440 pounds or 200 kilograms which is exceptional for a portable product and the optional protective carrying bags make the system easy to transport.

The FS system includes an extendable rail, 2 telescoping posts and 2 foot plates.

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Tories launch website forum for disabled people

The Conservative party have recently launched a new website forum to get feedback from disabled people on the issues that effect their lives.

http://www.thedisabilitychallenge.com/

As you may know David Cameron is the parent of a small child with epilepsy and cerebral palsy. If he is elected Prime Minister it could well be the case that issues regarding disability will receive a higher profile than ever before in the corridors of power. This could be a good chance to get your views across to the policy makers of the future.

Disabled access to town hall row

A DISABLED woman says she was "made to feel like a leper" when she went to Bournemouth Town Hall for her granddaughter's register office wedding.

Wheelchair user Maureen Hayes, 76, is now calling on the council to do something about access, facilities, and disability awareness training for staff.

"The whole thing was unwelcoming and not something I would recommend," said Mrs Hayes, of Southbourne.

After having to go into the building through a back door via a steep ramp, Mrs Hayes needed to use the toilet. She claims the member of staff on duty was unsure where the disabled facilities were located: they turned out to be in an annexe reached by going back outside.
Access to the room where the ceremony was being held was up four steps. Mrs Hayes says the member of staff did not know how to operate the stairlift and suggested men from the wedding party could carry the wheelchair.

After the ceremony, Mrs Hayes claims staff closed the back entrance, assuming that her taxi driver could get her and her chair down the front steps. She was escorted to a lift, but it took another 15 minutes for the member of staff to find an alternative way out of the building.

"How dare Bournemouth Town Hall expect disabled people to have this sort of reception? I accept that it's a listed building, but there's no reason why one side of the steps at the front couldn't be made into a ramp," said Mrs Hayes.

"We're not asking for red carpets, we're asking for the opportunity to live our lives freely. They are discriminating. Had I been a more timid person, it could have wrecked my day."

Helen Rigg, registration and coroner's service manager for the council, said: "We are currently examining ways to improve accessibility to the Town Hall for all people and would like to apologise to Mrs Hayes that her recent visit fell short of her expectations.

"Unfortunately accessibility is limited by the fabric of the old Town Hall building. People who use wheelchairs currently need to use the rear entrance and accessible toilet facilities are in the Town Hall extension."

This article appeared on http://www.thisisdorset.net

Gemini Ceiling Hoist Track Fixings 185 Kgs

Track Fixings all BZP



10mm x 100mm coach screws minimum of four.

10mm studding minimum of four with 10mm Nylocs.

Maximum track fixing centres:- 1250mm.

Minimum curve radius:- 600mm.

Maximum track cantilever:- 150mm.

Maximum uni-strut fixing centres:- 500mm.



Fixing over roof joists (inc gang nailed trusses)

Supporting Unistrut 40mm x 40mm spanning 6 trusses.

Note:- Additional ceiling reinforcement may be required depending on roof construction. This will be advised by the Representative/Agent.



Fixing into first floor joists

*Minimum joist size:- 200mm x 50mm. Maximum span 3.0 metres.

Joist centres:- 400mm

*(Calculations based on centre point of joist fixing)

Joist centres:- 400mm.



Wall to wall fixings

Maximum length of braced track:- 4000mm.

Gemini Ceiling Hoist Track Fixings 125 Kgs

Track Fixings all BZP

8mm x 100mm coach screws minimum of four.

10mm studding minimum of four with 10mm Nylocs.

Maximum track fixing centres:- 1250mm.

Minimum curve radius:- 600mm.

Maximum track cantilever:- 150mm.

Maximum uni-strut fixing centres:- 50mm. (On Joists).



Fixing over roof joists (inc gang nailed trusses)

Supporting Unistrut 40mm x 40mm spanning 4 trusses.

Note:- Additional ceiling reinforcement may be required depending on roof construction. This will be advised by the Representative/Agent.



Fixing into first floor joists

*Minimum joist size:- 150mm x 50mm. Maximum span 3.0 metres.

*Joist size:- 200mm x 50mm. Maximum span 5.0 metres.

*(Calculations based on centre point of joist fixing)

Joist centres:- 400mm.



Wall to wall fixings

Maximum length of braced track:- 5000mm.

BHM Medical

BHM Medical Inc. has been providing solutions for the elderly, disabled and the organizations or facilities that serve them for over 10 years. Through feedback from caregivers and those who use the lifts, BHM has been able to design some of the best patient transfer systems on the market today. An award-winning Research and Development department continues to improve and develop products that are exported to their team of distributors worldwide.

Dolphin are delighted to have reached an agreement with BHM to supply a range of their products which will be a fantastic addition to our product portfolio. Click the following links for more information.

Hoists

Portable Hoists

Naidex 2007

Naidex is the UKs largest homecare, disability and rehabilitation exhibition - aimed at healthcare professionals (occupational therapists, physiotherapists, nurses & carers), dealers & distributors, social services workers, care home owners & managers and members of the public who have a disability.

No other event in the UK attracts so many healthcare professionals on such a large scale - 10,418 visitors attended Naidex 2006.

The exhibition is supported by The Disabled Living Foundation, The British Healthcare Trade Association, The College of Occupational Therapists, The English Community Care Association and Therapy Weekly. More information regarding feature areas at the show can be found at www.naidex.co.uk