Its slightly profiled appearance and high density visco elastic base, combined with a polyurethane type gel surface technology. Provides outstanding pressure reduction, whilst offering cooling properties to the skins surface area.
Available in a high frequency welded, polyurethane, multi stretch, vapour permeable cover and safe non-slip base as standard. However, a black “spacer” type material is available for use in wheelchairs as required.
This product is applicable to multi-disciplinary environments.
Product features of Berkshire™
- Multi-stretch, vapour permeable cover material – Aids infection control
- Fully High Frequency welded – Prevents fluid ingress
- Fire retardant – BS7176
- Specialist Gel & Visco Elastic Foam design combination – Ensures the very highest level of comfort and pressure re-distribution is achieved
- Gel interface surface – Provides excellent cooling properties whilst aiding skins micro climate
- Various sizes available – Compatible with most standard seating systems
- UK Manufactured product – Provides total confidence to user via exceptional quality and workmanship
- Clinically proven – Giving peace of mind to nursing staff and patients alike
Technical information for Berkshire™
| Risk Category | High to Very High Risk |
|---|---|
| Maximum Patient Weight | 26 Stone or 165kg |
| Cushion Dimensions | 44 x 44 x 7.5cm as standard (other sizes available as special) |
| Cushion Weight | Approximately 3 kgs |
| Foam Density | Visco Base: 85kg/m³ (subject to model chosen) |
| Gel | Solid Polyurethane / Polyacrylamide |
| Cushion Cover Coating | 200 – 230g |
| Cushion Colour | Purple top with blue base (also optional navy blue available) |
| Fire Retardancy Standards | BS7176 |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
