Ceiling Hoist Installation for Care Homes, Hospitals & SEND Schools

At Medaco, we understand how important it is to have safe, reliable and easy-to-use mobility equipment in your care environment. As a specialist hoist installer, our fully managed ceiling hoist installation service covers everything from initial consultation and system design through to installation and ongoing maintenance, all tailored to your specific facility.

Whether you manage a care home, NHS hospital, hospice or SEND school, our team of fully trained engineers will deliver your ceiling track hoist installation on time and with minimal disruption to your daily operations.

Our team advises on best practices for ceiling hoist system design based on:

• The layout of your rooms and the track configuration needed
• Available fixings and ceiling structures (concrete, timber joist, steel)
• The functionality required: single-carer operation, room-to-room transfer, bathing
• Your budget and long-term servicing requirements

A Step-by-Step Guide to Installing Your Ceiling Hoist System with Medaco

From your first consultation to hands-on training, we make the process smooth, stress-free, and completely focused on your care environment, supporting care providers across the UK.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Installing Your Ceiling Hoist System with Medaco

At Medaco, we understand how important it is to have safe, reliable, and easy-to-use mobility equipment. That’s why we’ve created a clear, step-by-step process for designing, supplying, installing, and maintaining ceiling hoist systems and baths tailored to your specific needs.

From your first consultation to hands-on training, we make the process smooth, stress-free, and completely focused on your care environment.

Step 1 – Consultation:

Every ceiling hoist installation project begins with a personal consultation. We take time to understand your specific requirements: the number of rooms, the needs of your service users, and any structural considerations in your building. This ensures the system we design works perfectly for the people who use it every day.

Common questions we address at this stage include:

• How many rooms need ceiling hoist coverage?
• What are the weight-bearing and structural requirements of your building?
• Which system type (XY, single track, room-to-room, or gantry) is right for each space?
• What is your timeline and budget?

Additional frequently asked questions can be found at the bottom of the page.

Step 2 – Site Survey and Custom Track Design

Our engineers visit your site to carry out a full structural survey and produce a bespoke track design for each hoist room or space. We take into account room dimensions, ceiling height, existing fixtures, and the specific needs of each service user.

Our team advises on best practices for ceiling hoist system design based on:

• The layout of your rooms and the track configuration needed
• Available fixings and ceiling structures (concrete, timber joist, steel)
• The functionality required: single-carer operation, room-to-room transfer, bathing
• Your budget and long-term servicing requirements

Step 3– Supply of High Quality Ceiling Hoist Equipment

Because we work with a wide range of leading ceiling hoist manufacturers, we can source the best solution to match your needs and budget. Our experts guide you through the latest products from major ceiling hoist manufacturers and help you identify the right specification based on:

• The needs of your service users and care staff
• The type of care environment: care home bedroom, hospital ward, SEN classroom or wet room
• Your available budget and preferred procurement route

Not all systems require a full replacement. If your existing ceiling hoist track is structurally sound, we can often replace just the hoist pod, significantly reducing cost. There are also many pod options compatible with different track systems from different ceiling hoist manufacturers.

Ceiling Hoist Track Systems We Install

We supply and install four main types of ceiling hoist track system, each suited to different care environments and user needs:

• XY System: Offers complete room coverage with flexible multi-directional movement. Ideal for bedrooms requiring full coverage from bed to bathroom.
• Room-to-Room System: Enables safe patient transfers between connected rooms without the need to use a mobile hoist. Popular in en-suite care home rooms.
• Single Track System: A cost-effective ceiling lift installation for straightforward transfer needs, suitable where movement along a fixed path is sufficient.
• Gantry System: A freestanding, portable option ideal for hoist rooms where structural ceiling installation is not possible or permitted.

Step 4 – Ceiling hoist track installation:

If you choose a new ceiling track hoist installation, Medaco manages the entire process from start to finish.

Our engineers visit your site to complete a full pre-installation survey and ensure all specifications meet your building’s structural requirements. We also provide clear guidance to your builders or maintenance team about any preparatory work needed.

Once everything is ready, our fully trained engineers complete the ceiling hoist track installation within the agreed timeframe, with minimal disruption to your daily care operations. All installations are completed to manufacturer specification and in full compliance with LOLER and PUWER regulations.

Step 5: Ceiling Hoist Servicing, Maintenance and Operator Training

Regular servicing and preventative maintenance are essential for keeping your ceiling hoist system safe, compliant and fully functional. Medaco offers a comprehensive service and maintenance contract that includes:

• Scheduled preventative maintenance inspections
• LOLER and PUWER statutory inspections every six months
• 24/7 emergency callout, 365 days a year
• 24-hour access to technical support
• Hoist training for care staff and operators
• Full scheduling and compliance documentation handled by our team

Regular servicing significantly reduces the likelihood of costly emergency callouts, extends the lifespan of your equipment, and ensures your facility remains compliant with its legal obligations at all times.

Medaco also offers Assetain. Assetain is the first fully comprehensive programme that manages your full register of moving and handling equipment. From initial supply, through regular maintenance, to planned obsolescence, Assetain ensures your equipment remains safe, reliable, and compliant with LOLER.

Before & After Case Studies

Learn more about how Medaco supports different care settings with tailored hoist installations and services:

Care Homes Groups

Hospitals

Schools

Frequently Asked Questions

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Whether you’re working with a care home, hospital, or school, Medaco provides expert advice and custom solutions to ensure your equipment offers safety, reliability, and comfort.

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