AVE 2 Birthing Bed

Provide a safe and comfortable labour experience with the AVE 2 Birthing Bed, the latest innovation in delivery bed design.

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INTEGRATED FOOT SECTION

The foot section lowers and stows under the bed in just two movements.There is no need to remove the foot section or detach the mattress. It all stows together and is immediately available for return.The foot section is also easily tilted to provide a more comfortable “throne” position.
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INTEGRATED LEG RESTS FOR LITHOTOMY

The lithotomy leg rests are integrated into the leg sections, meaning no time is wasted detaching/re-attaching polesThey provide a range of versatility with height, width and rotation adjustment to comfortably support all body types.The lithotomy poles can be positioned using just two fingers with no heavy lifting required.
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INDEPENDENT PELVIC TILT

The AVE 2 has a pelvic tilt function that:

  1. Prevents the birthing person sliding down the bed
  2. Provides positioning security when the backrest is raised
  3. Optimises positioning during suturing and assisted deliveries
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OPTIMISED FOR EMERGENCY

In the case of an emergency, the AVE 2 has an integrated bi-lateral CPR release for rapid backrest flattening.It also has an electric Trendelenburg tilt function.The integrated battery back-up allows the AVE 2 to be used without mains supply. The easy stow foot section supports the deployment of emergency positions such as McRoberts.

 

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EASE OF CLEANING

The AVE 2’s height-adjustable platform reduces the need for bending or stooping when cleaning the bed.The industry-leading high height position makes the underneath of the bed extremely accessible.The open surface design means fewer areas for fluid and matter to accumulate.It is compatible with hospital-approved wipes and chlorine-based cleaning solutions.

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OPTIMISED MATTRESS & INFECTION CONTROL

The AVE 2’s pressure redistributing mattress has a visco-elastic memory foam topper to deliver enhanced patient comfort.

It is double-covered with protective waterfall flaps to protect the mattress from fluid ingress. It also has welded seams

For internal inspection or exchange, the covers are easily accessed via zips.

No need for tools or technical support.

OPTIMISED FOR TRANSPORT

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The AVE 2 has four large double castor wheels to make movement with patients on board feel easy.

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The optional IV pole is fitted to the rear of the bed making it safe and easy to locate pumps and fluid bags during patient transfers.

AVE 2 Loads

The AVE 2 has a patient load of 240kg and an overall maximum load of 255kg.

SPECIFICATIONS

The standard specification includes:

  • Integrated lithotomy poles/ Standard Leg Rests (pair)
  • Integrated swivel foot section
  • Electric hi-lo and backrest adjustment
  • Integrated side rails with embedded controls
  • Visco-elastic memory foam topped mattress
  • Pelvic & Trendelenburg tilt functions

More information on specification is available below:

AVE 2 specs

DIMENSIONS

  Maximum patient load   240kg
  Safe working load   255kg
  Maximum foot section load   150kg
  Maximum lithotomy pole load   70kg
  Total length of lying area including        foot section   2122mm
  Minimum length without foot section   1570mm
  Width with side rails in active                  position   980mm
  Width with side rails in parked                positions   960mm
  Maximum height including mattress   600mm + 20mm
  Minimum height including mattress   1050mm + 20mm

 

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