ST/004 Basket Stretcher

The ST/044 Basket Stretcher is a rigid, high-performance rescue cradle engineered for technical aerial, rope, and helicopter extraction. Combining a high-density polyethylene shell with a reinforced aluminium frame, it ensures supreme casualty protection and rigidity.

Reinforced Structural Aluminium Core: Features a tubular aluminium frame permanently riveted to the shell to maintain total body rigidity and support heavy loads up to 278kg.
Fluid-Impervious Polyethylene Shell: Constructed from cross-linked high-density polymer that resists splintering and remains unaffected by chemicals, oils, or bodily fluids.
Engineered Brass Lifting Grommets: Outfitted with 4 robust, strategically positioned lifting points to enable seamless, secure connections with helicopter winch lines and rope bridles.
Molded Base Ground Runners: Incorporates low-friction bottom skids and integrated peripheral handles to streamline manual ground handling and smooth obstacle dragging.

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Full Description

The ST/044 Basket Stretcher (often noted as the ST/044 configuration) is a vital emergency rescue cradle built specifically for high-angle extractions, confined space retrievals, and helicopter air-lifts. Manufactured with a high-density, cross-linked polyethylene outer shell, this heavy-duty stretcher is engineered to resist cracking, splintering, and structural degradation when dragged over rough terrains or concrete building debris. Its outer skin is entirely non-absorbent and impervious to blood, bodily fluids, and petroleum chemicals, allowing for fast decontamination and hygiene wash-downs between active operations. To handle high vertical and horizontal lifting stress, a structural, tubular aluminium frame is permanently fastened to the polymer body, guaranteeing absolute rigidity and minimizing flex under heavy loads. The cradle features a series of spacious, molded-in handholds around its perimeter for secure manual porterage. It is outfitted with four heavy-duty brass grommets that serve as dedicated, engineered lifting points, making it instantly compatible with technical rope bridle systems, crane hoists, and winch configurations. Completed with integrated runners on the base for frictionless sliding and an adjustable foot plate for casualty comfort, this stretcher delivers exceptional reliability in complex industrial rescue scenarios.

FAQs

Does the frame flex when lifting a casualty horizontally?

No, a heavy-duty tubular aluminium frame is permanently fastened to the polymer shell to provide absolute rigidity and prevent structural bowing.

Are the lifting points compatible with standard four-point bridles?

Yes, the basket features four strategically positioned brass grommet lifting points engineered to connect securely with standard adjustable lifting bridles.

Does the stretcher include an adjustable support for the patient’s feet?

Yes, the internal compartment comes complete with an adjustable foot plate assembly to keep the casualty secured and comfortable during vertical hoists.

What are the physical dimensions of this emergency cradle?

The total external footprint of the basket measures 217cm in length, 62cm in width, and has a structural depth of 18.5cm.

Can this stretcher be safely used for helicopter winching operations?

Yes, it is specifically designed for aerial, rope, and helicopter extractions, using dedicated high-strength lifting points built into the frame.

What is the maximum weight capacity of this rescue basket?

The stretcher is structurally rated to support a maximum recommended user weight of up to 278kg under standard technical operation profiles.

s the ST/044 Basket Stretcher available for short-term hire?

Yes, this professional heavy rescue stretcher is fully available within our safety and confined space fleet for short-term and long-term hire, allowing you to secure regulatory-compliant casualty extraction equipment for specific high-risk project blocks.

How heavy is the stretcher to carry when it is empty?

The net weight of the basket structure without any add-on straps or bridles is a highly manageable 13.5kg.

What power source does the ST/044 use?

The ST/044 is a purely mechanical rescue tool manufactured from high-tensile materials and does not require any electrical power source or batteries for operation.

How do you clean the basket after exposure to hazardous fluids?

The high-density polyethylene surface is entirely non-absorbent and impervious to petroleum and body fluids, allowing for immediate cleaning with standard disinfectants.