The Alerta 120cm Sensaflo Hybrid is a bariatric-width version of the 4-in-1 hybrid replacement system, providing a 120cm wide mattress platform for bariatric patients at very high risk of pressure damage. The wider surface delivers full pressure redistribution across a larger body profile without edge compression or cell crowding. Foam-filled air cells combine static foam immersion with active alternating pressure. Four operating modes (alternating, static, step-down, evacuation) allow clinical staff to adjust the mattress function as risk levels change. The built-in fire evacuation system enables emergency extraction of bariatric patients. SensaCare Truflo Technology continuously auto-regulates pressure across the wider bariatric weight distribution profile.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Code | NCL-ALT-HYB2/05/4 |
| Type | Bariatric 4-in-1 hybrid replacement |
| Width | 120cm (bariatric) |
| Risk Level | Very high risk (bariatric) |
| Cell Design | Foam-filled air cells |
| In-Use Height | 6 inches |
| Operating Modes | Alternating, static, step-down, evacuation |
| Fire Evacuation | Built-in bariatric evacuation system |
| Pressure Technology | SensaCare Truflo Technology |
| CPR Access | Quick-release deflation |
| Cover Material | Multi-stretch PU, antimicrobial, machine washable |
Bariatric patients require wider mattress platforms to prevent cell edge compression. NICE Guideline CG179 recommends pressure redistribution appropriate to individual body dimensions. The 120cm width accommodates bariatric patients who exceed the surface area of standard 90cm systems. The built-in fire evacuation function supports the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 for bariatric patients with reduced mobility. CQC Regulation 12 requires that equipment is appropriate for bariatric individuals.
Why does a bariatric patient need a 120cm wide mattress?
Standard hospital and care home mattresses are typically 90cm wide. A bariatric patient on a 90cm surface experiences cell compression and pressure concentration at the mattress edges, where body tissue extends beyond the effective redistribution area. The 120cm platform ensures the full body surface sits within the active pressure zone, with cells supporting tissue evenly across the wider profile without edge crowding.
Does this system fit standard profiling bed frames?
The 120cm mattress requires a bariatric-width profiling bed frame. Standard 90cm bed frames cannot accommodate this mattress. Confirm bed frame width compatibility before ordering. The Alerta Lomond Bariatric Bed (120cm) is designed as a compatible platform for this mattress system.