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Mac's Lift Gate Inc. Bariatric Ambulance Lift Demo

This is a Mac's Bariatric Ambulance Lift manufactured by Mac's Lift Gate Inc. in Long Beach, CA. These lifts are capable of lifting up to 1,300 lbs and stow completely underneath the ambulance. They...

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Innovation Zone: Uncovering the B.E.A.R.

Host Chris Cebollero highlights the innovative and economical B.E.A.R. (Bariatric Equalizing Abdominal Restraint) from BEAR-iatrics, Inc. This device can turn any stretcher or backboard into a...

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Bariatric automatic stretcher lift by Rossbro

•May be used for everyday use. •Certified to LIFT 1100 LBS. •Fully sealed cassette for weather protection. • Designed for -40º weather. Has a 32" wide X 74" usable length. • No chassis modifications. •...

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EZ LIFT Bounce Test

The first test of the EZ LIFT Rescue System vs. Iron Duck Traditional backboards.

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Introducing the ABL Lift

Easily load and unload patients into your vehicle using automatic stretcher lifts from Rossbro.

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Emergency Ambulance Providers Invest in Employee & Patient Safety When...

The following list of ambulance transport organizations across the U.S. have recently shown their dedication to preventing EMS workers’ back injuries and to patient safety and convenience by...

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Ferno Provides Cincinnati’s Bariatric Solution

Ferno provides Cincinnati Fire Department with a bariatric solution The Cincinnati Fire department is now able to safely transport patients up to 650 pounds with the Ferno 93H cot. The 93H has an...

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Don't Strain Your Back - Get a Mac's Ambulance Lift

Untitled Document The Mac’s Ambulance Lift is designed and engineered for everyday EMT use. It is easy to operate, easy to install and virtually maintenance free. Every safety detail has been...

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Rossbro Engineering Automatic Stretcher Lifts are Certified to Lift up to...

All products designed by Rossbro go through a thorough testing period both in-house and in the field, ensuring that all aspects of the final product meet the specifications, reliability and...

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Visit Rossbro at the Florida Fire Chiefs Conference, January 24-26th, 2013 in...

Demo Rossbro Engineering Automatic Patient lifting systems at the Florida Fire Chiefs Conference, January 24-26th, 2013 in Daytona, Florida, Booth 220. Get more information about the Florida Fire...

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10 Tips for Transporting Obese Patients

When transporting obese patients, each situation will be different. The following tips can assist any service

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Ariz. medic's invention can save backs

By Regina Ford Green Valley News & Sun GREEN VALLEY, Ariz. — Green Valley firefighter Diane Vetter has been on hundreds of medical calls but one she took several years ago has led to an invention...

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A closer look at the EZ Glide with PowerTraxx

NEW ORLEANS — Visitors to EMS World Expo 2012 in New Orleans were given a first-hand look at Ferno's EZ Glide with PowerTraxx on the exhibit floor. This power update to Ferno's popular stair chair...

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The EMS roundtable: Expert insights on patient handling

Despite all of the advances in technology and medical knowledge in EMS, one of our baseline functions is still to move patients around. To that end, it's surprising how little attention we pay to...

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EMS1 Featured Survey: Patient Handling

In October 2012, EMS1 conducted a survey on the state of Patient Handling in the industry. This survey represents a poll of 99 Emergency Medical Responders, Emergency Medical Technicians, Paramedics,...

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Reel Splint: How it provided better patient outcome

The following is paid content sponsored by Reel Splint Background: The MedStar Mobile Healthcare System in the Fort Worth, Texas area covers 421 square miles of service area, with 350 employees running...

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500-lb. Mich. woman dies after being rescued

UPI WARREN, Mich. — The husband of an obese Michigan woman who died days after she was found lying in filth could face a neglect charge, officials said Tuesday. The 41-year-old woman died Monday at St....

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Case study: How REEL Splint improved patient outcomes for Texas agency

The following is paid content sponsored by REEL Splint Background: The MedStar Mobile Healthcare System in the Fort Worth, Texas area covers 421 square miles of service area, with 350 employees running...

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Mac's Lift Gate: Hydraulic Lift on Ambulance

Boston EMS introduces the hydraulic lift from Mac's Lift Gate. This product helps prevent injuries that occur while lifting obese individuals during times of distress.

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Mac's Lift Gate: For Patients too Heavy to Help

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