ETAC Butterfly Transfer Board
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(16 suppliers)For information contact AT Aust on 1300 452 679
Short Description
A curved slide board made from fibreglass with a slip resistant rubber base. Cut outs in the board enable it to be positioned over wheels of the wheelchair. A low friction looped piece of material called a Glide Wing can be attached centrally to the board via hook and loop and is designed to slide over itself to assist transferring.
Additional Info
More Details
* Etac Butterfly glideboard can be used in many situations for transfer from wheelchair to bed, bath chair, car etc.
* The user needs to possess enough strength in arms and body together with a good balance to use this aid independently for transferring in the above situations
* The transfer can also be performed with one or two helpers
* During moving, the body of the user is turned approx. 35degr in relation to his/her initial position. This is to impart a natural movement to the user when moving.
* The special cut outs are made to match wheelchair wheels.
Material
* The Etac butterfly is made of fibreglass with a slip resistant material on the back. This prevents the board from sliding out of place.
* The Glide Wing has a low friction nylon on its inner surface and a water resistant polyurethane outer surface
Method Of Use
1 Position the butterfly glide board under the user with the cut-out sections around any obstacles e.g. wheels
2. Make sure the glide wing is evenly distributed under the users buttocks
3. Move horizontally across the butterfly glide board
Place Of Manufacture
Denmark
Price Guide
Price is from Novis Healthcare
Models And Options
Models
ETAC Butterfly Glide Board 32 x 66cm
Butterfly Glide Wing Large 40 x 31cm
Butterfly Glide Wing XLarge 52 x 31cm
Dimensions
Specification | Standard |
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Depth | 320 mm |
Load Capacity (supplier stated) | 250 kg |
Weight (kg) | 1 kg |
Width | 660 mm |
Setup And Maintenance
Maintenance
Cleaning
* The butterfly glide board can be cleaned with soapy water or alcohol
* The surface of the glide wing can be washed with soapy water or alcohol. It can be machined washed at 80 degrees celcius and dried at an initial temperature of 120 degrees celcius and finished at 80 degrees celcius
Requirements
Standards
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 about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html
TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au
When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.
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Suppliers
Aidacare (TAS - Hobart)273c Kennedy DriveCambridge TAS 7170 Australia Sales: 03 6229 4733 Fax: 03 6229 3676 Toll Free: 1300 133 120 Email: sales@aidacare.com.au Website: http://www.aidacare.com.au |
Aidacare (TAS - Launceston)Unit 8, 34 Innocent StKings Meadows TAS 7249 Australia Sales: 03 6344 8922 Fax: 03 6229 3676 Toll Free: 1300 133 120 Email: sales@aidacare.com.au Website: http://www.aidacare.com.au |
Daily Living Products (WA - Leeming)4 Corner Calley Drive and SoutLeeming WA 6149 Australia Sales: 08 9312 1700 Fax: 08 9312 1455 Email: sales@daily.com.au Website: http://www.daily.com.au |
Daily Living Products (WA - Midland)Shop 6 Midland Circle172-178 Great Eastern Hwy Midland WA 6056 Australia Sales: 08 9374 0577 Fax: 08 9374 0588 Email: sales@daily.com.au Website: http://www.daily.com.au |
Daily Living Products (WA - Shenton Park )17 Lemnos StShenton Park WA 6008 Australia Sales: 08 9388 8800 Fax: 08 9388 7735 Email: sales@daily.com.au Website: http://www.daily.com.au |
Daily Living Products (WA - Wanneroo)6 / 771 Wanneroo RdWanneroo WA 6065 Australia Sales: 08 9206 2391 Fax: 08 9206 2394 Email: sales@daily.com.au Website: http://www.daily.com.au |
HospEquip (QLD)2/33 Doherty StBrendale QLD 4500 Australia Sales: 07 3448 9243 Email: info@hospequip.com.au Website: http://www.hospequip.com.au |
HospEquip (SA)62 Leader StForestville SA 5035 Australia Sales: 08 7225 8720 Email: info@hospequip.com.au Website: http://www.hospequip.com.au |
HospEquip (VIC)2 Atlantic DriveKeysborough VIC 3173 Australia Sales: 03 9580 1055 Fax: 03 9588 0699 Email: info@hospequip.com.au Website: http://www.hospequip.com.au |
HospEquip (WA) (Head Office)21 Tulloch WayCanning Vale WA 6155 Australia Sales: 08 9456 1661 Email: info@hospequip.com.au Website: http://www.hospequip.com.au |
Maroochydore Home Health Care2/1 Metier LinkwayBirtinya QLD 4575 Australia Sales: 07 53095247 Fax: 07 53095350 Email: info@mhhc.com.au Website: http://www.maroochydorehomehealthcare.com.au |
McLean Healthcare24-26 Earl StLaunceston TAS 7250 Australia Sales: 03 6331 7400 Fax: 03 6331 7140 Email: office@mchealth.com.au Website: http://www.mcleanhealthcare.com.au |
Novis Healthcare Pty Limited (distributor)Unit 12, 12 Mars RdLane Cove NSW 2066 Australia Sales: 1300 738 885 Fax: 1300 738 886 Contact Person: Radley Woodhouse Email: novis@novis.com.au Website: http://www.novis.com.au |
Open Mobility (prev. Riverina Scooters And Mobility)8 Blake StWagga Wagga NSW 2650 Australia Sales: 02 6921 4444 Fax: 02 6921 1842 Email: wagga@openmobility.com.au Website: http://www.openmobility.com.au/ |
Rehab Assist (importer)TemplestoweVIC 3106 Australia Sales: 1300 364 534 Fax: 03 9848 3652 Email: sales@rehabassist.com.au Website: http://www.rehabassist.com.au |
Victorian Home Healthcare Equipment (VHHE) / Mobile RepairsUnit 97, 45 Gilby RdMount Waverley VIC 3149 Australia Sales: 03 9922 0372 Fax: 03 9544 5392 Email: info@vhhe.com.au Website: http://www.vhhe.com.au |
Disclaimer
Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre New South Wales (ILCNSW), operating as Assistive Technology Australia, 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 ILCNSW (Assistive Technology Australia) 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.