• Instant drainage of water and sand: The shell equipped with hexagonal hole slots prevents the intake of water and sediments during rescues at sea, in rivers, or in sandy environments, keeping the weight of the device stable.
• Ultralight and high-performance structure: With a weight of only 9.00 kg, the stretcher drastically reduces the physical effort of operators during coordinated manual lifts and rapid evacuation maneuvers.
• Space-saving disassembly and shoulder transport (Divisible in 2): The configuration that can be disassembled into two parts allows teams to carry the modules on their shoulders via the straps, facilitating passage through narrow paths or cavities.
• Guided and error-proof assembly: Joining the two halves utilizes self-centering and colored side pins associated with a quick screw ring, offering instant visual verification of correct assembly even in low visibility conditions.
• Universal compatibility with helicopter cabins: The longitudinal development of less than 2 meters (1980 mm) makes the basket stretcher compatible with almost all HEMS aircraft cabins, speeding up the patient’s boarding.
• Deep hygiene and rapid decontamination: The removable internal padding can be detached from the thermoformed HDPE shell in seconds, speeding up cleaning, washing, and post-intervention disinfection operations.
• Error-proof symmetrical shape: The perfect symmetry of the perimeter geometry eliminates downtime for positioning, allowing the patient to be placed with the head or feet facing either end indiscriminately.
• Emergency dragging and inclined lifting: The lower shape of the shell reduces friction for ground dragging, while the suspension kit allows for stable lifts with an inclination of up to 45°.

This elongated shell basket stretcher finds its optimal application in evacuation and first aid maneuvers managed by HEMS teams, water and coastal rescue operators, fire brigades, civil protection, mountain rescue, and emergency healthcare facilities. Thanks to the unique combination of the hexagonal perforated shell and the weight reduced to 9.00 kg, it represents the ideal tool for contexts of recovery at sea or in river environments, flooded areas, rescues in desert or sandy environments, vertical evacuations from rock faces or bridges, and rapid stowage in helicopter cabins within net geometric dimensions of 1980 x 600 mm.

The h1046_03 model is the correct choice when the rescue emergency plan requires a basket stretcher weighing just 9.00 kg that can instantly drain liquids and is divided into two pieces for shoulder transport in inaccessible areas. It proves preferable to traditional closed-shell stretchers in water rescue contexts or sandy areas, where the accumulation of debris and fluids would compromise the lifting balance and increase the load for rescuers. Choosing this HDPE and aluminum device means equipping teams with a symmetrical and patented system, complete with a suspension kit up to 45° and secured by colored self-centering pins that guarantee absolute mechanical safety before every lift or boarding on an aircraft.

What specific advantages do the hexagonal holes on the thermoformed HDPE shell of this basket stretcher offer?

The hexagonal holes are functional geometric elements designed for rescues in critical scenarios such as the sea, rivers, flooded areas, or desert environments. They allow for the instant drainage of water and the evacuation of sand that could accumulate inside the cradle during patient recovery operations. This prevents a dangerous increase in the module’s total weight and avoids the stagnation of liquids in contact with the padding, maintaining the light 9.00 kg setup.

How is the safety and mechanical stability of the stretcher verified when it is reassembled in the field?

The connection system between the two halves of the h1046_03 stretcher is optimized to be fast and error-proof. The union utilizes a quick-connection central hinge assisted by side self-centering pins. These pins feature specific colorations that allow the rescuer to perform an instant visual check of perfect alignment; the final rigid locking is completed by tightening the quick-closing screw ring.

What lifting and transport maneuvers are allowed using the included suspension kit and tubular frame?

The provided suspension kit is structured to allow the vertical and diagonal lifting of the stretcher via winch or pulley systems, supporting an operational inclination of up to 45°. Furthermore, for manual transport on the ground, the continuous tubular structure in lightweight aluminum alloy that runs along the entire 1980x600 mm perimeter serves as a continuous handrail, allowing for a firm grip and easy lifting by multiple operators simultaneously.