Obsolete Patient Handling Equipment
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This article covers the range of obsolete equipment and their alternatives. In the patient handling industry, reliable equipment is essential for safety, efficiency, and compliance with healthcare standards. But what happens when the equipment you rely on becomes obsolete? Obsolete equipment means that spare parts are no longer available, making repairs difficult, costly, or even impossible. This leaves healthcare providers facing unexpected breakdowns, increased maintenance costs, and, ultimately, the need for a full replacement.
Read here on what to do if your equipment is obsolete or discontinued.
Mobile Hoists
| Equipment | Status | Notes | Alternative Product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arjo Tempo | Obsolete | Oxford Stature Hoist | |
| Arjo Opera | Obsolete | Oxford Stature Hoist | |
| Arjo Marisa | Obsolete | Oxford Stature Hoist | |
| Arjo Trixie | Obsolete | Oxford Advance Hoist – Clip Spreader Bar | |
| Arjo Sarita | Obsolete | Oxford Journey Stand Aid | |
| Liko Golvo 7000 | Obsolete | Liko Golvo 9000 Hoist | |
| Liko Golvo 7000ES | Obsolete | Liko Golvo 9000 Hoist | |
| Swifttech Swiftlifter 1/2/3 | Obsolete | Oxford Advance Hoist | |
| Invacare Reliant 150/250 | Obsolete | Invacare Birdie Evo Hoist | |
| Arjo Maxi Move II | Obsolete | Oxford Stature Hoist | |
| Prism A205 | Obsolete | Oxford Advance Hoist | |
| Invacare Reliant 350, (Item number RSP350-1E) | Obsolete | Selected parts still available. | Invacare ISA Stand Aid |
| Invacare Roze Stand Assist, (Item number RSP350 – 1E) | Obsolete | Oxford Journey Stand Aid | |
| Invacare Jasmine hoist – (Item number CJ154196 – CJ1541964 – CJ1541965 – CJ1541966) | Obsolete | Oxford Advance Hoist | |
| Invacare Birdie Hoist, (Item Number 3000508E2AOO—125 –3000504D2A00-0125, 3000501D2A00-0125 – 3000510D2A00-0125 – 3000511D2A00-0125) | Obsolete | Pre March 2019 Hoists. Selected parts still available. | Liko Viking M Hoist |
Baths
| Equipment | Status | Notes | Alternative Product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parker Hydraulic Tilt baths | Obsolete | Reval Transcare Bath | |
| Parker Solo/Freedom/Independent | Obsolete | Astor Compact Plus DC Bath | |
| Parker Electronic Tilt Bath (Models 400, 409,410,419 & 420) | Obsolete | Reval Transcare Bath | |
| Arjo Malibu/Sovereign Mk 4 | Discontinued | Planned obsolescence date Dec 2026 | Astor Compact Plus DC Bath |
| Arjo Rhapsody Bath (Models RH93 RH95) | Obsolete | Reval Cocoon Ergo Bath | |
| Arjo Malibu/Sovereign Mk 1, 2 & 3 | Obsolete | Astor Compact Plus DC Bath |
If you need to replace obsolete equipment but don’t have the capital expenditure in your budget, speak to us about leasing!
Beds
| Equipment | Status | Notes | Alternative Product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volker 3080, 2080, 5020 | Obsolete | Woburn Profiling Bed | |
| Invacare Etude | Obsolete | Woburn Profiling Bed | |
| Bock Belluno | Obsolete | Woburn Profiling Bed | |
| Bock Verona 4 | Obsolete | Woburn Profiling Bed | |
| Ultimate Healthcare Cura 2 | Obsolete | Woburn Profiling Bed |
Overhead Hoists
| Equipment | Status | Notes | Alternative Products |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guldmann GH2/GH2F | Obsolete | Some selected part still available. | Likorall 242 Hoist |
| Guldmann Combi lock | Obsolete | Individual component parts NLA only available as complete unit (motor box housing) | New Combi lock |
| Guldmann DH1000 | Obsolete | Likorall 200 Hoist | |
| Lifttech Gemini | Obsolete | Likorall 200 Hoist | |
| Invacare C800 | Obsolete | Likorall 200 Hoist | |
| Westholme Transactive | Obsolete | Freeway TransactiveXtra Hoist | |
| Chiltern Wispa 100 | Obsolete | Likorall 200 Hoist | |
| Invacare I-Transia | Obsolete | Invacare Robin Hoist | |
| Helping Hands SkyFrames | Selected parts maybe be still available. | Likorall 200 Hoist |
If you need help choosing replacement equipment or need a second opinion – talk to us!
