Autumn 2011 Issue 8i INSIDE THEATRE INTERNATIONAL. Update from Anetic Aid Ltd CLICK TO ENTER. QA3 Version 3.0

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1 Autumn 2011 Issue 8i INSIDE THEATRE INTERNATIONAL Update from Anetic Aid Ltd CLICK TO ENTER QA3 Version 3.0

The Challenge: take Anetic Aid s highly popular flagship product, the QA3 patient trolley and make it even better That was the task for the design team at the company s Portsmouth base to ensure they

0 to the next level of ease of use, practicality and patient comfort all of this using any new materials and manufacturing techniques and, most importantly, building on what customers said they

The QA3 s design with one central column was already unique, but this new version is now able to descend 100mm lower than the previous model, making it easier for frail or elderly patients to get on

2 The Challenge: take Anetic Aid s highly popular flagship product, the QA3 patient trolley and make it even better That was the task for the design team at the company s Portsmouth base to ensure they kept all the features that customers really valued in the current model light weight, robust with superb manoeuvrability and then take the QA3 Version 3.0 to the next level of ease of use, practicality and patient comfort all of this using any new materials and manufacturing techniques and, most importantly, building on what customers said they wanted. Extensive consultations revealed a number of key issues all of which have been addressed. One was the adjustable height range. The QA3 s design with one central column was already unique, but this new version is now able to descend 100mm lower than the previous model, making it easier for frail or elderly patients to get on and off the trolley independently which is better and safer for them and, from a lifting and handling point of view, for staff. Generally, people and therefore patients are getting larger, so there is an increased 250kg weight capacity, and new ergonomically positioned handles are designed to make it even easier for staff to push the trolley with the patient sitting up or lying down. The mattress width has also been increased by 100mm, even though the overall width of the trolley has only increased by 30mm. The cot sides too, have been completely reworked, and now fold away under the footprint of the mattress, leaving virtually no transfer gap again more comfortable for patients when they are being moved and easier for staff doing the moving. A specially designed version of the QA3 for Accident & Emergency departments is also available. This will include an X-ray translucent platform, a medirail and optional features such as a monitor shelf and Venturi Suction System continued on page 3...

...continued from page 2 Patient Trolley K8 pressure care mattress manufactured from temperature-sensitive gel feel foam that moulds to the patient s body shape, relieving pressure by

Developed with the flexible properties of lycra, this outer material is anti microbacterial, water resistant, vapour permeable and latex free Pushing handles four ergonomically positioned

head or foot end of cotsides for easy access and storage Trendelenburg tilt extremely smooth and controlled mechanism, allowing rapid Trendelenburg to be achieved even when trolley is at

Spring counterbalancing allows effortless ease of operation Advanced braking exceptionally stable platform, advanced single bar braking system that allows all four castors to be braked

design, precision controlled, easy lift system for enhanced user and patient comfort Patient comfort exceptional low height capability and store away cotsides allow easy mount/dismount

Improved ground clearance allows better access for patient hoists Hydraulic lift mechanism exceptional low height capability, adjusted by means of independently operating pedals located on

3 ...continued from page 2 Patient Trolley K8 pressure care mattress manufactured from temperature-sensitive gel feel foam that moulds to the patient s body shape, relieving pressure by distributing the load as evenly as possible. Developed with the flexible properties of lycra, this outer material is anti microbacterial, water resistant, vapour permeable and latex free Pushing handles four ergonomically positioned pushing handles give supreme manoevrability either with the patient lying flat or sitting up Fixed transfusion pole innovative quick release safety locking mechanism, integrates into either head or foot end of cotsides for easy access and storage Trendelenburg tilt extremely smooth and controlled mechanism, allowing rapid Trendelenburg to be achieved even when trolley is at lowest height Vertically operated cotsides store away under the mattress giving virtually zero transfer gap. Spring counterbalancing allows effortless ease of operation Advanced braking exceptionally stable platform, advanced single bar braking system that allows all four castors to be braked simultaneously from either side of the trolley Cylinder trough side loading for ease of access, suitable for a wide range of cylinder options including F, E or D Gas assisted backlift unique design, precision controlled, easy lift system for enhanced user and patient comfort Patient comfort exceptional low height capability and store away cotsides allow easy mount/dismount particularly for elderly patients. Wider patient platform and pressure care mattress ensure maximum patient comfort. Improved ground clearance allows better access for patient hoists Hydraulic lift mechanism exceptional low height capability, adjusted by means of independently operating pedals located on both sides of the trolley 5th wheel unique mechanism which ensures trolley is highly manoeuvrable and easily guided by one person Emergency Trolley YEARS 3 YEAR WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLY Infection control smooth moulded surfaces and acrylic capped vac formings enclose the trolley mechanics to minimise dirt traps. Anti-bacterial properties and innovative design ensure the product is easy to clean Castors polyurethane tyres offer low rolling resistance for high manoevrability, 150mm castors fitted as standard, 200mm optional

Produced by Anetic Aid Limited and Portsmouth Surgical Limited in collaboration with The British Association of Day Surgery with special thanks to Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust QA4

Association of Day Surgery and its counterpart the International Association for Ambulatory Surgery.

4 Produced by Anetic Aid Limited and Portsmouth Surgical Limited in collaboration with The British Association of Day Surgery with special thanks to Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust QA4 in Concept of Day Surgery film The QA4 Surgery Trolley System recently took centre stage in a specially commissioned film to promote the concept of day surgery in a project involving the British Association of Day Surgery and its counterpart the International Association for Ambulatory Surgery. The film was shot in the Day Surgery Unit at Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in the North West of the UK. Using an actor to play the part of a patient, the film showed each step of the patient s journey. Taking the example of a hand operation, the patient arrived on site and was directed to the Day Surgery Unit on the second floor where he reported into reception. He was called through and taken into an interview room to confirm his details and make the final pre-op checks before being asked to change into a theatre gown. After a short wait, he and a Day Surgery Nurse walked down to the anaesthetic room where he got onto the trolley; one of the key benefits of Day Surgery is that there is no requirement for staff to lift or transfer the patient between trolley and operating table. Once the patient was anaesthetised, monitoring equipment was also attached to the trolley and it was wheeled directly into theatre, where staff selected one of a range of arm tables from the Anetic Aid accessory trolley to attach to the QA4 whilst other staff checked through the required instruments for the operation. Obviously there was no actual procedure, but the film picked up the journey again to follow the patient through first and second stage recovery where he was able to get off the trolley himself and get dressed ready to leave the unit after being briefed on what to do if he had any concerns etc. Manager of the Unit Penny Hipwell, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Andy Molloy and Consultant Anaesthetist Bill Horton were also filmed talking about the benefits of day surgery from a patient, staff and Trust point of view and an introduction for the whole film was presented on camera by President of BADS, Consultant Anaesthetist Ian Smith. THE CONCEPT OF DAY SURGERY If you would like a copy of the Anetic Aid Concept of Day Surgery film, us at sales@aneticaid.com

Scandinavia has been added to the list this year with the Swedish arm of our German distributor Nordiska taking on the range.

5 Expanding distributor network in more ways than one! Anetic Aid s export presence is continuously expanding as distributors in different countries sign up to market our trolley and tourniquet systems in countries around the world. Scandinavia has been added to the list this year with the Swedish arm of our German distributor Nordiska taking on the range. Nordiska in Germany has itself been expanding with a move to larger premises near Cologne, and there have also been new and larger premises for our Belgian distributor Dermat Medical Supplies, which is based at Leuven near one of Belgium s largest university hospitals with which it has close ties. For details of your local distributor of Anetic Aid products, call +44 (0)

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