Kera sit2sit hoist
The new alternative to traditional hoists, made for people with no weight bearing ability.
Key benefits:
No standing strength, sitting balance or holding on required
Users are held firmly by the upper body making the Kera sit2sit ideal for amputees and tetraplegics
Only one caregiver needed
Replacement for a sit-to-stand hoist or sling hoist
View our user stories, technical specifications and documentation below. Feel free to reach out to our team should you have any questions.
Why the Kera sit2sit?
-
Don't waste time and energy fitting a sling.
Completed transfers in less than 2 minutes.
The Kera sit2sit's patented technology, hugs the upper body into the chest pad using an 'easy to fit' back strap.
The unique transfer position allows access to clothing which can reduce the number of transfers needed, saving time and energy, and lowering risk of injury to the user and caregiver.
-
The Kera sit2sit can eliminate unnecessary hoist transfers to a mat or changing table, allowing a single caregiver to safely and securely perform the full hygiene routine for people who are non-weight bearing.
This makes the changing of incontinence products a much quicker and more simple process.
The improved access to clothing eliminates manual handling issues on the part of the caregiver and takes the fear and risk from the routine.
-
Want a perfect seated position every time?
When you're going to be sitting all day your seating position is extremely important.
The Kera sit2sit’s patented technology, takes most of the pressure off the knee and positions you in the back of your day chair, wheelchair, or commode with no unnecessary tilting, wiggling, sliding or manual repositioning.
Proven by people living with MD, MND, MS, stroke, amputees and spinal injury and many other conditions
More benefits
-
The Kera sit2sit was designed in consultation with our Clients, Physios and Therapists for comfort and safety.
The unique Backstrap and soft padded Chestpad is comfortable for both men and women.
The addition of a Thighstrap reduces the load on the Backstrap, improving safety and comfort.
Clients regularly comment on the comfort of resting on their chest whilst feeling connected to the ground through their lower body on the footplates.
-
Quickly and easily transfer your loved one or patient from their bed, chair or toilet to another seated position, fast and with dignity.
No messing around with fitting a sling, as the Backstrap is easily and quickly fitted.
-
Your loved one or patient relies on you, so you need to stay injury-free.
The patented design of the Kera sit2sit was developed to reduce the load on caregivers.
-
The Kera sit2sit is light and maneuverable, with no electrical parts, and a small footprint enabling it to be conveniently stored or transported.
Model Options
The Kera sit2sit comes in four configuration options to best suit the user and their environment.
-
The Kera sit2sit Low models are suited for lower seats such as manual wheelchairs, day chairs and toilets, which typically have seat heights 40-55cm off the ground.
The Kera sit2sit High models are raised by 8cm to suit higher seats, such as power wheelchairs, tilt-in-space wheelchairs and toilet commodes which typically have a seat height between 50-65cm off the ground.
-
The Kera sit2sit 120 has a longer handle and enables the caregiver to transfer a person that weighs up to 120Kg.
The Kera sit2sit 80 has a shorter handle, which makes it easier to use in smaller rooms, and can be used to transfer a person that weighs up to 80Kg.
Accessories
The Kera sit2sit can be customised to suit the user’s requirements with a range of specialist accessories and spares.
Scripting
The standard Kera can be modified to suit the patient's requirements or to better suit environmental factors
such as space or chair size.
-
Investigate the user’s typical seats i.e. wheelchair, commode, day chair and bed.
Measure the seat heights from the floor to the middle of the seat cushion.
The seat heights are between 40 - 55cm from the ground?
The Kera sit2sit Low model is more comfortable and easier to lift a person from these lower height chairs.
The seat heights are between 50-65cm from the ground?
A Kera sit2sit High is the best model for these higher chairs.
If seat heights are outside these ranges or are across both ranges then contact HT Systems or your Distributor for more guidance.
-
The difference between the Kera sit2sit 80 and 120 is the size of the Caregiver handle which relates to how much effort is required to lift the user.
If the User weighs less than 80kg
Select the Kera80 which has a “shorter” handle which also results in a smaller footprint (note that the maximum caregiver force, with this 80 handle, is 1/4th of the user’s weight).
If the User weighs more than 80kg and less than 120Kg
Select the Kera120 which has a “longer” handle for increased leverage (note that the maximum caregiver force, with this 120 handle, is 1/5th of the user’s weight).
-
Thighstrap
Supports the User under the legs enabling the Backstrap to be loosened for improved comfort.
Footboxes
Recommended where improved security for the user’s feet is required due to tremors or spasms.
Riser blocks
Assists where the user’s feet don’t reach the foot plates (heights available - 60mm or 110mm)
Must be used with the Footboxes
Foam Pack
A pack of foam pads which are designed to sit behind Knee Support Covers.
Used when the user’s knees don’t reach the Knee Supports in the sitting position
-
The Standard Chestpad fits most adults.
A Petite Chestpad is available for a child or small adult.
A Short Chestpad is available for a short adult or a user with low neck control.
The Chestpad can be modified to accommodate a PEG or catheter.
Kera sit2sit Specifications
Weight 35Kg
Outside width 605mm
Minimum internal width (legs closed) 415mm
Maximum internal width (legs open) 1100mm
Length – handle upright 950mm
Kera 80
1230mm
1300mm
Handle height – upright
Length - Handle down
Kera 120
1580mm
1550mm
Regulatory
The Kera has been tested and complies with international hoist standards (AU/NZS 10535) by NovitaTech’s NATA accredited lab.
The Kera sit2sit is registered as a Class 1 Medical Device with MedSafe (WAND) and entered in the ARTG (388973).
“…now she no longer stands the Kera is the ideal progression...its a one person job.”
Cornelia, Deborah's Caregiver
“We were at a loss before you came along.
I can manage here at home by myself… and Jean doesn’t have to go into a rest home.”
Erik, Jean’s Husband and primary caregiver
“The Kera has quickly become one of the team with two person transfers now becoming one.”
Jonathan Pragnell - Manager
Kaiapoi Lodge Retirement Home
