Medi-Plinth have established a reputation for producing some of the highest quality examination couches available on the market. Their products have robust construction, providing the durability required for environments with high patient throughput. This blog post aims to address some of the most frequently asked questions about their products.

What are the key features and benefits of Medi-Plinth couches?

Medi-Plinth couches include ergonomic design, adjustable features for patient comfort, durable construction, and easy cleaning for infection control purposes. Medi-Plinth manufactures all couches to the highest standards, ensuring a long working-life in a busy medical environment.

What types of medical couches do Medi-Plinth offer?  

Medi-Plinth offer a range of medical couches, including examination couches, treatment couches, and specialized couches such as gynaecological or physiotherapy couches. They also offer a range of furniture including waiting room chairs and stools.

Can you customize the plinths to suit specific needs or preferences?

Medi-Plinth medical couches can be customized to suit specific needs and preferences. Options include a wide range of accessories such as positional wedges, tissue holders and foot switches. Each Plinth additionally comes in a wide range of colours to allow for further customisation.

What materials are used in the construction of the plinths? Are they durable and easy to clean?

Medi-Plinth medical couches utilize high-quality materials, including vinyl and stainless steel, which are both durable and easy to clean. These materials promote hygiene and infection control, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment. All of their products are latex free.

What is the thickness of the upholstery, and what material is it made from?

Each product is upholstered in durable, comfortable vinyl which inhibits MRSA (3352 Methicillin resistant to Staphylococcus Aurous), Bio-Pruf treated to resist the growth of mould, mildew and odour causing microbes. The vinyl is also fire retardant. The thickness of the upholstery is roughly 68mm of which 55mm is foam.

How should I clean my Medi-Plinth couch?

Regularly clean the fabrics to remove fatty substances and soiling. For light soiling, use a damp, soapy cloth or sponge to wipe the surface, followed by rinsing with water and drying. If dirt is ingrained, use a soft brush to scrub the surface. For stubborn stains, you may use a mix of 1 part methylated spirits to 5 parts water. A very mild antiseptic may also be used if required.

Ensure the vinyl is protected from oil-based products (including body oils) to prevent the vinyl from hardening due to prolonged contact.

Do Medi-Plinth offer warranties or guarantees on their medical plinths?

Medi-Plinth offer a warranty to cover manufacturing or material defects of 7 years for frames and 3 years for moving parts. Their full terms and conditions can be found here.

Can I get my couch reupholstered?

Torn or damaged upholstery sections represent a significant infection control risk. Therefore Medi-Plinth offer a full range of replacement upholstery sections for all their couches. All you need is the couch serial number and description of the damaged section. Simply fill out the form from the Medi-Plinth website found here.

Are spare parts readily available for Medi-Plinth couches in case of repairs or replacements?

Medi-Plinth provide a prompt response service, including a quick delivery of any spare parts required. All parts can be fitted by their engineers. Simply fill out their website form here.

What is the typical delivery time for a Medi-Plinth couch?

Typical delivery time is around 2-3 weeks.

How are Medi-Plinth couches delivered?

Medi-plinth couches are delivered fully assembled and we offer free installation.

How do you raise and lower the different types of couch?

Each electric Medi-Plinth model comes with an electric handset with foot switch control available as an optional extra. The Hydraulic models are operated via a foot pump.

Do the hydraulic Medi-Plinth models require a power source?

Medi-Plinth offers fully assembled hydraulic tables that do not require a power supply, as users can manually operate them through a foot pump.

What are the standard base sizes for each Medi-Plinth couch?

For the Ensignia range and the 2 and 3 section examination couches the base size is 63x186cm. For sizing questions on other couches, please reach get in contact.