Freeway Scales Unit Incorporating QRS - dignified, accurate weighing for patients during hoisting transfers.
- Class III Approved In-Hoist Weighing Without Transfer - the Freeway Scales Unit weighs the resident while they are suspended in the sling during a routine hoist transfer, eliminating the need for a separate weighing procedure that would require an additional transfer of the resident onto a scale platform; Class III accuracy approval under the Non-Automatic Weighing Instruments Regulations 2016 confirms that the scales meet the accuracy standard required for clinical and care applications; the 0.2kg resolution provides the measurement precision needed for clinical weight monitoring, including medication dose calculation and fluid balance assessment.
- QRS Quick-Release Connects Between Hoist and Carry Bar - the QRS (Quick Release System) mechanism attaches the scales unit between the Olympic 180 Hoist's lifting arm and the carry bar in seconds without tools; when the hoist lifts the resident, the total load is transmitted through the scales unit, which subtracts the carry bar and sling tare weight to display the resident's net weight; the QRS mechanism allows the scales to be detached just as quickly when weighing is not required, so the hoist can be used without the additional bulk of the scales unit for transfers where measurement is not needed.
- One-Button Operation with 15mm LED Display - the one-button operation simplifies use in a care environment where the carer is simultaneously managing the hoist, the sling, and the resident's comfort during the weighing event; the 15mm LED display is clearly visible in the low-contrast lighting conditions of many care home rooms; the auto-shutoff after 60 seconds (programmable) prevents battery drain from inadvertently leaving the scales active between uses; the functional measurement range of 10kg to 350kg covers all practical body weight scenarios.
- Max 180kg User - Compatible with NCL-HLA034QRS Only - 5-Year Warranty - NCL-610000 - maximum user weight for the scales unit is 180kg, which is 5kg less than the Olympic 180 Hoist's 185kg capacity; residents between 180-185kg can be hoisted but cannot be weighed using this unit; the scales unit is compatible only with the NCL-HLA034QRS hoist variant; the 3-hooked clipped carry bar required is NCL-1102CBQRS3HK; 5-year warranty; product code NCL-610000.
Freeway Scales Unit with QRS - Class III In-Hoist Weighing - 0.2kg Resolution - Olympic 180 Compatible
The Freeway Scales Unit with QRS attaches between the Olympic 180 Hoist (NCL-HLA034QRS variant) and the carry bar, enabling Class III approved in-hoist weighing of the resident during a routine transfer without a separate weighing procedure. 0.2kg resolution; 15mm LED display; one-button operation; auto-shutoff 60 seconds. Functional range 10-350kg; maximum user weight for the unit 180kg. QRS quick-release for tool-free installation. 5-year warranty. NCL-610000.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | NCL-610000 |
| Compatible Hoist | Olympic 180 Hoist - NCL-HLA034QRS variant ONLY |
| Carry Bar Required | NCL-1102CBQRS3HK (3-hooked clipped carry bar) |
| Accuracy Class | Class III (Non-Automatic Weighing Instruments Regulations 2016) |
| Resolution | 0.2kg |
| Display | 15mm LED |
| Operation | One-button; auto-shutoff after 60 seconds (programmable) |
| Functional Range | 10 - 350kg |
| Maximum User Weight | 180kg |
| Attachment | QRS quick-release - tool-free installation |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Regulatory Compliance
The Freeway Scales Unit is a Class III weighing instrument approved under the Non-Automatic Weighing Instruments Regulations 2016 for clinical and care applications. It is compatible exclusively with the NCL-HLA034QRS variant of the Olympic 180 Hoist; using this scales unit with the standard NCL-HLA034 hoist or any other hoist is not validated and must not be attempted. The maximum user weight of 180kg for the scales unit must be confirmed against the resident's weight; residents above 180kg can continue to be hoisted but must not be weighed using this unit. Equipment records must note the scales unit product code alongside the hoist record. Calibration and verification requirements applicable to Class III weighing instruments must be confirmed with the manufacturer and maintained per the care setting's equipment quality assurance procedures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the scales unit have a maximum of 180kg when the Olympic 180 Hoist supports 185kg?
The 180kg maximum user weight of the Freeway Scales Unit reflects the independent SWL rating of the scales unit itself, which is determined by the load capacity of the weighing mechanism and the QRS attachment components rather than the hoist's lifting capacity. The hoist's 185kg SWL is the maximum load its motors, frame, and actuators are rated to lift; the scales unit's 180kg is the maximum load its measurement mechanism and QRS connection are rated to measure and support safely. These two ratings are independent of each other, and the lower of the two limits applies to any operation where both are in use simultaneously. For residents between 180kg and 185kg, the hoist can safely transfer them but the scales unit must not be attached to avoid exceeding the scales unit's load rating. The care team must document each resident's weight in the manual handling risk assessment and confirm whether it falls within the scales unit's 180kg limit before in-hoist weighing is included in the care routine.
What is Class III accuracy and is it sufficient for clinical weight monitoring in care homes?
Class III is a legal accuracy classification under the Non-Automatic Weighing Instruments (NAWI) Regulations 2016 that specifies the permissible error (inaccuracy) at different points in the weighing range; a Class III instrument must demonstrate maximum permissible errors within defined tolerances across its measurement range and must meet verification and calibration standards for its intended application. For care home clinical applications - including weight monitoring for nutritional assessment, medication dosing, fluid balance, and pressure care planning - Class III accuracy is the appropriate standard; it provides the measurement reliability required for clinical decisions at the individual patient level. Class I (analytical laboratory) and Class II (precision weighing) instruments provide higher accuracy that is required for pharmacy dispensing and scientific applications but is not necessary for routine clinical weight monitoring. Class IV (rough trade) instruments provide lower accuracy suitable for gross weight estimation but not for clinical monitoring where trends of 0.5-2kg over time are clinically meaningful. The Freeway Scales Unit's 0.2kg resolution within Class III accuracy provides sufficient precision for detecting clinically significant weight changes and for medication dosing calculations in care home practice.
NCL-610000
- Class III Approved In-Hoist Weighing Without Transfer - the Freeway Scales Unit weighs the resident while they are suspended in the sling during a routine hoist transfer, eliminating the need for a separate weighing procedure that would require an additional transfer of the resident onto a scale platform; Class III accuracy approval under the Non-Automatic Weighing Instruments Regulations 2016 confirms that the scales meet the accuracy standard required for clinical and care applications; the 0.2kg resolution provides the measurement precision needed for clinical weight monitoring, including medication dose calculation and fluid balance assessment.
- QRS Quick-Release Connects Between Hoist and Carry Bar - the QRS (Quick Release System) mechanism attaches the scales unit between the Olympic 180 Hoist's lifting arm and the carry bar in seconds without tools; when the hoist lifts the resident, the total load is transmitted through the scales unit, which subtracts the carry bar and sling tare weight to display the resident's net weight; the QRS mechanism allows the scales to be detached just as quickly when weighing is not required, so the hoist can be used without the additional bulk of the scales unit for transfers where measurement is not needed.
- One-Button Operation with 15mm LED Display - the one-button operation simplifies use in a care environment where the carer is simultaneously managing the hoist, the sling, and the resident's comfort during the weighing event; the 15mm LED display is clearly visible in the low-contrast lighting conditions of many care home rooms; the auto-shutoff after 60 seconds (programmable) prevents battery drain from inadvertently leaving the scales active between uses; the functional measurement range of 10kg to 350kg covers all practical body weight scenarios.
- Max 180kg User - Compatible with NCL-HLA034QRS Only - 5-Year Warranty - NCL-610000 - maximum user weight for the scales unit is 180kg, which is 5kg less than the Olympic 180 Hoist's 185kg capacity; residents between 180-185kg can be hoisted but cannot be weighed using this unit; the scales unit is compatible only with the NCL-HLA034QRS hoist variant; the 3-hooked clipped carry bar required is NCL-1102CBQRS3HK; 5-year warranty; product code NCL-610000.