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Problem Shared

One of the nation's largest suppliers of patient lift slings had a fabric problem that was creating a potentially dangerous condition for the patients using them.

Analysis

After analyzing the four main requirements of the sling, fabric strength, stability, drainage and surface smoothness, we concluded that the fabric construction and the yarn used needed to be completely changed.

Fabric Development

We designed a stabilized, non-stretch fabric using high tenacity yarns for strength. The fabric was knitted to create a smooth, non-abrasive seating surface that allowed for drainage. The new fabric was also rated 30% stronger. All of this was accomplished without an increase in price. An option to use anti-microbial offered the added feature of improved sanitary conditions.

Problem Solved

The patient lift sling supplier replaced the fabric of the sling seat, and significantly reduced their risk exposure while at the same time offering a more comfortable seating surface.

About Apex Mills:

Apex Mills is dedicated to providing the best possible fabric solutions to meet our customers' needs. It is our mission to establish long lasting partnerships with companies who will come to rely upon Apex Mills as their primary resource for all their industrial knitted fabric requirements.

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