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Invisa-Beam Bed Occupancy Alarm

ILC Reference NO 61:59:008
Item sourced from ILC QLD database

Short Description
This bed occupancy alarm combines a system of up to three infrared sensors positioned around the bed to alert a carer when the occupant in the bed begins a sideways movement to get out of the bed. The monitor is clamped onto the bed head. It works in conjunction with a nurse call system. A remote alarm or pager with room and bed display are optional.

Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing

More Details
The audible alarm is activated when an object (arm, leg or torso) passes through the infrared beam. Generally there is no delay period (ie the alarm sounds as soon as the beam is broken). However the system can be set with a customisable delay period for clients who tend to move around a lot in bed without actually getting out of bed.
The alarm ceases when a cancel button is activated, either through the nurse call system or on the remote alarm or pager. The beam is the same length as the bed, and cannot be activated by a person walking past the end of the bed. This alarm will not sound if the occupant reaches upward or stands up on the bed.
In a situation where the bed is placed next to a wall (as is usually the case in nursing homes) you will only need one Invisa-Beam to monitor the edge. In a situation where the bed is freestanding in middle of a room, that is, allowing the patient to exit either side of the bed, you will need two monitors, one each side of the bed-head to monitor both edges. The beam itself is invisible and the monitor is operated by electricity. Setting or adjusting the length of the beam is undertaken prior to installation.
To enable a bed with the monitors attached, to be moved from ward to ward and through doorways, the monitors can be folded away in front of the bed head.
The alarm is mains powered. It does not have a battery backup. The wireless remote alarm and pager are both battery powered.

Models
One model only

Options
Wireless Remote alarm
Pager with room and bed display

Installation
To install, the monitor(s) is mounted to the bed head and plugged into a power socket. The sensor beams are then appropriately aligned to ensure they capture the required territory.
For institutional use, as in a hospital or nursing home, an alarm is then connected to the existing nurse call system meaning that when the beam is interrupted, an alarm immediately sounds at the nurse’s station. For home use, the system comes with a wireless alarm unit which rings when the beam is tripped.

Dimensions
Invisa-Beam
Overall Width..................................... 100 mm
Overall Length.................................... 230 mm
Thickness......................................... 40 mm

Warranty
12 months

Standards
This product conforms to the following:
. Therapeutic Goods Administration List ARTG 173590
. Conforms to Standards AS/NZS 3200.1
. IEC 60601.1

For some types of equipment, specific Australian or other Standards are applicable to the materials used in, and the manufacturing and installation of products. Compliance with relevant Standards is indicated by written certification that a product has been tested and assessed as compliant with specified Australian Standards. Purchasers are advised to check with the supplier or manufacturer of an item as to its compliance with the relevant Standard(s).

Place Of Manufacture
ACT, Australia

Display Item On Loan From
Not on display.
Please be aware that this device may be available upon request for an individual consultation. A general consultation fee may be required for this service. Please contact LifeTec Queensland for more details.

Supplier Information
Name:  Active Medical Supplies
Price:  from $1,480.00
Date:  14/01/2009
Details:  Standard unit = $1,430
With remote alarm = $1,540
With Pager = $1,685
Address:
  35 Southgate Avenue
  Southgate Corporate Park
  CANNON HILL
  QLD  4170
Postal Address:
  PO Box 3392
  TINGALPA DC
  QLD  4173
Phone:   07 3899 8887
FAX:  07 3899 8825
Email:   sales@activemedicalsupplies.com.au
Website:  www.activemedicalsupplies.com.au
Notes:
  Rehabilitation and Nursing Care and hospital furniture

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