Paraguard Excel Rescue Stretcher

Designed for a variety of specialised rescues, the Paraguard® Excel Stretcher is compact, quick to apply and versatile. It is ideal for search and rescue operations in structural building collapse, industrial or confined space rescues. Constructed of quality synthetic material, stainless steel and aluminium alloys, the Paraguard® Excel Stretcher is impervious to oil, water, grease and other petroleum products. It is also resistant to rot and corrosion and is unaffected by long-term storage. Suitable for vertical or horizontal lifting, the Paraguard® Excel Stretcher may be used for high building or helicopter rescues

Features

• Centre unlocks and bends for use in awkward spaces.
• Quick and easy to use, with straps to secure the chest, arms, thighs and lower legs.
• A three-point, non-slip forehead strap holds the head in place, with a figure of eight straps to support the feet.
• Four integral side handles clip out of the way when not in use.
• Detachable wipe-clean flaps to enhance infection control.
• Impervious to oil, water, grease, and other petroleum products and resistant to rot and corrosion.

Key Specifications:

Length (folded in valise) 920mm

Width (folded in valise) 270mm

Depth (folded in valise) 150mm

Length (deployed) 1820mm

Width (deployed) 250mm

Weight (with accessories) 16kg

Weight (without accessories) 11.5kg

Max Load 136kg/21st/300lbs

Options and Accessories:

■ Four point lifting sling which attaches onto the Paraguard Excel with lightweight karabiners, enabling easier horizontal lifting.

■ Slot in carrying handles fix onto the head and foot ends of the stretcher allowing two rescuers to carry the casualty.

■ A vest style shoulder harness attaches onto the handles, helping to distribute the weight of the stretcher between the rescuers.

■ A foul weather sheet is available to provide protection to the casualty for rescues taking place in adverse weather conditions.