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Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre (ILC) is not involved in product design or manufacture, and therefore not in a position to guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Selection of equipment, which is both suitable and appropriate for individual needs remains the responsibility of the person(s) considering requisition, and no responsibility is taken by the ILC for any loss or injury caused through use of the equipment or alleged to have arisen through reliance upon information provided. As information is subject to change any enquiries should be directed to the manufacturer.



Item Details

Slo-Foam

ILC Reference NO 43:61:021
Item sourced from ILC VIC database


Slo-Foam

Factors to Consider
There are many things to consider when selecting pressure care products including nutrition, skin moisture, level of mobility, age, shear, friction, location of pressure ulcer (if present) and hygiene. Any comments regarding level of pressure care is a suggestion made by suppliers as a guide to assist with selection, and this may differ from brand to brand. When selecting pressure care products it is strongly advised that a comprehensive assessment is undertaken by a health professional to encourage correct product selection and monitoring of product effectiveness.


Short Description
Open cell foam cushions with slow recovery foam. i.e. the cushion is slow to return to original form once compressed. Available in three colour coded densities, soft pink, medium blue, extra firm green and three thicknesses. Customised sizes can be cut.


Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.



More Details
Features
Conforms well to body shape, therefore increasing surface area contact to distribute pressure.
Flame retardant.
Absorbs shock and vibration.
Three colour coded densities support the following weights.
Pink, Blue and Green.



Models
Slo Foam Blue
Slo Foam Green
Slo Foam Pink


Dimensions
Slo Foam Blue
Seat Width........................................ 480 mm
Seat Depth........................................ 400 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. From 25 mm to 75 mm
Load Capacity (supplier stated)................... 78 kg

Slo Foam Green
Seat Width........................................ 480 mm
Seat Depth........................................ 400 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. From 25 mm to 75 mm
Load Capacity (supplier stated)................... 85 kg

Slo Foam Pink
Seat Width........................................ 480 mm
Seat Depth........................................ 400 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. From 25 mm to 75 mm
Load Capacity (supplier stated)................... 60 kg


Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.



Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information on what standards the equipment may need to meet, see www.ilcaustralia.org/explanationofstandards.



Display Information
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Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
MEDTEX (ASSIST EASE),   MOUNT WAVERLEY, VIC

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