The Rotastand Compact - LOCO-600
- Lightweight 10kg foldable Rotastand combining standing pivot transfer capability with car-boot portability, enabling community occupational therapists and rehabilitation practitioners to assess and facilitate pivot transfers at patients' homes and residential facilities without the weight and size constraints that prevent heavier non-folding transfer frames from being transported to community assessment locations.
- Height-adjustable frame and shin pad suit all client sizes, with the combined Rotastand and Rotastand Solo functionality in a single compact product providing both the knee-support pivot transfer and the more independent client-driven transfer capabilities in one device that fits into the boot of a standard car.
- Foldable compact design reduces storage challenges in care homes and therapy departments, where space for patient handling equipment storage is frequently constrained and bulky non-folding transfer frames create a fire exit and corridor obstruction risk when stored in clinical areas between use sessions.
- Appropriate for LOLER 1998 thorough examination schedule as a patient-contact standing transfer device, with the foldable mechanism requiring specific inspection of the folding joint and locking mechanism at each periodic examination to confirm structural integrity and safe operation under load.
Rotastand Compact LOCO-600: Lightweight Foldable Pivot Transfer Stand for Community and Home Assessment
The Rotastand Compact LOCO-600 is a 10kg foldable pivot transfer stand that combines the standing pivot transfer benefits of the full Rotastand and the more independent Rotastand Solo in a single lightweight, car-boot-portable format designed for community occupational therapists, rehabilitation practitioners and care home settings where storage space is limited and portability is a practical operational requirement. The height-adjustable frame and shin pad accommodate patients of all sizes, and the foldable design enables the Compact to be stored vertically when not in use, reducing the floor space footprint between assessments and care sessions.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | LOCO-600 |
| Weight | 10kg |
| Design | Foldable for storage and car-boot transport |
| Frame | Height adjustable |
| Shin Pad | Height adjustable to suit all clients |
| Functionality | Combined Rotastand and Rotastand Solo capabilities |
| Indication | Community assessment, care home use, portable pivot transfers |
Regulatory and Clinical Compliance
LOLER 1998 applies to the Rotastand Compact as a patient-contact standing transfer device used in lifting operations involving people. The foldable mechanism introduces a specific inspection requirement at each LOLER thorough examination: the folding joint and locking mechanism must be inspected for wear, damage and secure locking before the device is returned to service after each inspection, as a folding joint that fails under load during a patient transfer creates a sudden fall risk for both patient and carer. The 10kg device weight is a practical advantage for community therapy practitioners who must lift the Compact in and out of their vehicles: Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 guidance on individual item handling suggests that 10kg is within the typical male carer's manageable lift weight in a non-awkward posture, though individual assessment of each practitioner's handling capacity should inform safe lifting practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Rotastand Compact differ from the Rota Stand Solo LOCO-311 in clinical practice?
The Rota Stand Solo LOCO-311 is a fixed (non-folding) device with the patented T-bar mechanism that enables genuine one-person transfer operation by stabilising automatically without carer counterbalancing. The Rotastand Compact combines both Rotastand and Solo functionality in a foldable format but adds 10kg portability as the primary specification advantage. For community assessment use where the device must be transported in a car, the Compact's foldability and light weight are decisive; for permanent installation in a care home or ward where portability is not required, the non-folding Solo or standard Rotastand may provide a more reliable option at lower cost.
Can the Rotastand Compact be used for a client who needs the device for regular daily transfers at home?
Yes. The Rotastand Compact is suitable for both assessment use and regular daily home use, provided the client's occupational therapist has assessed the client's transfer ability and confirmed the Compact as the appropriate device for their individual transfer needs. For a client using the Compact daily, the folding mechanism should be checked periodically for wear signs and the device included in the client's equipment review schedule. Community equipment services providing the Compact for long-term home use should establish a LOLER-compliant inspection schedule appropriate to the frequency of use.
Part of our specialist Patient Moving and Handling Equipment range, supporting safe patient transfers across care homes, hospitals, and home care environments.
NCL-LOCO-600
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- Lightweight 10kg foldable Rotastand combining standing pivot transfer capability with car-boot portability, enabling community occupational therapists and rehabilitation practitioners to assess and facilitate pivot transfers at patients' homes and residential facilities without the weight and size constraints that prevent heavier non-folding transfer frames from being transported to community assessment locations.
- Height-adjustable frame and shin pad suit all client sizes, with the combined Rotastand and Rotastand Solo functionality in a single compact product providing both the knee-support pivot transfer and the more independent client-driven transfer capabilities in one device that fits into the boot of a standard car.
- Foldable compact design reduces storage challenges in care homes and therapy departments, where space for patient handling equipment storage is frequently constrained and bulky non-folding transfer frames create a fire exit and corridor obstruction risk when stored in clinical areas between use sessions.
- Appropriate for LOLER 1998 thorough examination schedule as a patient-contact standing transfer device, with the foldable mechanism requiring specific inspection of the folding joint and locking mechanism at each periodic examination to confirm structural integrity and safe operation under load.