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Opera® Universal High Sling

Opera® Universal High Sling

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About the Opera® Universal High Sling

The Opera® Universal High Sling is a multi- purpose sling with head support. The sling is designed for lifting high dependency patients in a variety of situations. The Universal High has been developed for hoists/lifters with a Dynamic Positioning System (DPS) and is available with clip fixings only.

Polyester

A multi-purpose material that is easy to apply, slides easily and dries quickly after washing.

Spacer

A cushioned, breathable material that conforms to user body shape. Can be used for bathing and in-situ.

Parachute

A very fine, lightweight material designed for in-situ slings. Can be used with moulded chairs.

Mesh

A highly porous material ideally suited for bathing and showering patients.

Specifications

Max Safe Working Load:

Metric

Imperial

Polyester 400kg 882 lbs
Spacer 300kg 661lbs
Parachute 200kg 441lbs
Mesh 300kg 661lbs

Available Sizes (mm):

A

B

C

D

Small (S) 480-560mm 500mm 520mm 310mm
Medium (M) 600-700mm 550mm 580mm 410mm
Large (L) 740-820mm 670mm 640mm 410mm
Extra Large (XL) 800-900mm 710mm 670mm 410mm

Measuring instructions:

  • A: from middle of arm, round the back, to middle of other arm
  • B: from mid scapula (top of shoulders) to coccyx
  • C: from top of knee, round inside thigh, under buttocks, to coccyx
  • D: from mid scapula (top of shoulders) to top of crown

Pro Tip: For most accurate results measure B + C together, then keeping the tape in the same place measure just B and subtract it from the total to give the value of C

Suitability in Use:

 
Loops lifters (L) No
Clips lifters (C) Yes
Amputees above the knee No
Bilateral below the knee amputees Yes
Limited head and neck control Yes
In-situ/All day use (Parachute/Spacer fabric) Yes
Toileting use No

Transfer Types:

 
Transfers from supine Yes
Transfers to supine Yes
Transfers from seated Yes
Transfers to seated Yes
Transfers from floor (semi-recumbent)* Yes

*With suitable hoisting equipment

Max Safe Working Load:

Metric

Imperial

Polyester 400kg 882 lbs
Spacer 300kg 661lbs
Parachute 200kg 441lbs
Mesh 300kg 661lbs

Available Sizes (mm):

A

B

C

D

Small (S) 480-560mm 500mm 520mm 310mm
Medium (M) 600-700mm 550mm 580mm 410mm
Large (L) 740-820mm 670mm 640mm 410mm
Extra Large (XL) 800-900mm 710mm 670mm 410mm

Measuring instructions:

  • A: from middle of arm, round the back, to middle of other arm
  • B: from mid scapula (top of shoulders) to coccyx
  • C: from top of knee, round inside thigh, under buttocks, to coccyx
  • D: from mid scapula (top of shoulders) to top of crown

Pro Tip: For most accurate results measure B + C together, then keeping the tape in the same place measure just B and subtract it from the total to give the value of C

Suitability in Use:

 
Loops lifters (L) No
Clips lifters (C) Yes
Amputees above the knee No
Bilateral below the knee amputees Yes
Limited head and neck control Yes
In-situ/All day use (Parachute/Spacer fabric) Yes
Toileting use No

Transfer Types:

 
Transfers from supine Yes
Transfers to supine Yes
Transfers from seated Yes
Transfers to seated Yes
Transfers from floor (semi-recumbent)* Yes

*With suitable hoisting equipment