Alerta Ruby 2 Replacement System, Premium Pressure Relief for Very High-Risk Users
- Cell-on-cell alternating pressure replacement for very high-risk patients, using dual-layer air cells stacked vertically to deliver maximum immersion depth and pressure redistribution for patients at very high risk on the Waterlow Scale or presenting with existing pressure damage.
- 8-inch in-use height with static base section, providing a deep therapeutic surface that fully immerses the patient into the cell structure, distributing body weight across a larger contact area and reducing peak interface pressure at bony prominences.
- SensaCare Truflo Technology for continuous auto-regulation, monitoring patient weight distribution via integrated air sensors and adjusting cell inflation in real time to maintain clinically optimal interface pressure throughout each alternating cycle.
- CPR quick-release, antimicrobial, machine washable cover meets CQC Regulation 12 requirements for emergency preparedness and infection control in registered care settings.
Alerta Ruby 2: Cell-on-Cell Replacement System for Very High-Risk Pressure Care
The Alerta Ruby 2 is a premium alternating pressure replacement system for patients at very high risk of pressure ulcer development or with existing pressure damage requiring active treatment. The cell-on-cell design stacks two layers of air cells vertically, providing maximum immersion depth that fully envelopes bony prominences within the cell structure. With an 8-inch in-use height and static base section, the Ruby 2 delivers the deepest therapeutic surface in the Alerta overlay and replacement range. SensaCare Truflo Technology continuously auto-regulates inflation pressure based on real-time weight distribution monitoring.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Code | NCL-ALT-9008 |
| Type | Cell-on-cell replacement system |
| Risk Level | Very high risk (Waterlow 20+) |
| Cell Design | Cell-on-cell (dual stacked layers) |
| In-Use Height | 8 inches |
| Base | Static base section |
| Pressure Technology | SensaCare Truflo Technology |
| CPR Access | Quick-release deflation |
| Cover Material | Water-resistant, antimicrobial, machine washable |
| Application | Hospitals, care homes, NHS environments |
Clinical and Regulatory Compliance
Cell-on-cell replacement systems are indicated under NICE Guideline CG179 for very high-risk patients and those with existing Category 2 or higher pressure damage requiring active treatment. The dual-layer cell design exceeds the immersion depth of single-layer systems. CQC Regulation 12 requires that the most appropriate pressure care surface is provided based on the individual risk assessment. EPUAP/NPIAP/PPPIA guidelines recommend cell-on-cell systems for patients who have not responded to standard single-layer alternating surfaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does cell-on-cell mean?
Cell-on-cell refers to the stacking of two layers of air cells vertically within the mattress. The lower cells provide a stable base while the upper cells deliver the alternating pressure cycle. This dual-layer structure doubles the immersion depth compared to single-layer systems, fully enveloping bony prominences within the air cell structure rather than resting on top of them.
When should the Ruby 2 be used instead of the Sapphire 2?
The Ruby 2 is indicated for very high-risk patients (Waterlow 20+) or those with existing pressure damage, providing 8-inch in-use height with cell-on-cell immersion. The Sapphire 2 is indicated for high-risk patients, providing 7-inch height with single-layer cells and self-inflating foam base. The clinical decision is based on individual risk assessment and wound staging.
NCL-ALT-9008
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- Cell-on-cell alternating pressure replacement for very high-risk patients, using dual-layer air cells stacked vertically to deliver maximum immersion depth and pressure redistribution for patients at very high risk on the Waterlow Scale or presenting with existing pressure damage.
- 8-inch in-use height with static base section, providing a deep therapeutic surface that fully immerses the patient into the cell structure, distributing body weight across a larger contact area and reducing peak interface pressure at bony prominences.
- SensaCare Truflo Technology for continuous auto-regulation, monitoring patient weight distribution via integrated air sensors and adjusting cell inflation in real time to maintain clinically optimal interface pressure throughout each alternating cycle.
- CPR quick-release, antimicrobial, machine washable cover meets CQC Regulation 12 requirements for emergency preparedness and infection control in registered care settings.