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Limerston Capital Acquires Prism Medical UK

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Limerston Capital has acquired Prism Medical UK (Prism) from LDC. Prism specialises in moving, handling and bathing equipment for elderly, disabled and mobility disadvantaged clients.

Prism supports customers in a range of care environments, such as schools, hospitals and care homes, and provides a full-service that includes the design, installation and servicing of its equipment across the homecare, long-term and acute care markets.

Prism operates from eight UK locations, employs circa 450 highly skilled staff delivering a portfolio of 180 products, driving growth in the GBP600m UK market and a number of international markets including China and Australia.

Stuart Meldrum, CEO of Prism Medical UK, says: “Limerston Capital’s depth of team, skills and their commitment to supporting Prism Medical convinced us that they are the ideal partners for this exciting next stage in the company’s development. We see a range of opportunities to build on our success by expanding our product and geographic coverage both here in the UK and internationally.”

Joao Rosa, Founding Partner of Limerston Capital, says: “We have been following the sector for some years and identified Prism as a particularly interesting investment opportunity. We are excited to be working with Stuart and his team who have demonstrated their ability to produce success with Prism’s high skilled employees delivering top quality products and customer service. Limerston is looking to support the management team’s ambitious plans for growth both organic and through acquisitions”.

Limerston Capital was advised by PwC, Linklaters LLP and GK Strategy. LDC was advised by Clearwater International.

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New Freeway Raiser & Freeway Bed Management System From Prism Medical UK

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Moving, handling and bathing specialist Prism Medical UK has announced the launch of two products which form part of the moving and handling product portfolio.

Introducing the Freeway Raiser and Freeway Bed Management System. Both products are designed and manufactured in the UK to the highest standard and quality, synonymous with our Freeway brand. Their robust quality and ergonomic design features makes them perfect for use in the community or nursing environments.
The Freeway Raiser is a sit to stand platform, which is designed to provide an active, safe and comfortable transfer of the user. It is ideal for short distance transfers, such as to/from bed to chair.

Its versatility allows use with wheelchairs, toilet and shower chairs.

Freeway Raiser with Ladder Strap in use

 

Key Benefits and features
• Maximum user weight: 160 kg (25 stone)
• Lightweight and easy to manouvre
• Padded leg support for added comfort
• Multiple grip options for both user and carer
• Raiser Strap and Safety Belt available to enable a carer to assist
• a user to their feet
• Independent locking rear brakes
• Unique handle mechanism provides further security and safety of belt fastening

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Freeway Bed Management System provides an easy to use, low friction solution for patients who require frequent repositioning.
The Freeway Bed Management System consists of two separate units – a nylon, water resistant under sheet with wide non-slip sides, and a fully breathable, water proof, quilted polyester soft-shell top sheet.

It provides ease of use by carers, and forms an ideal bed solution as part of a single handed care package.
Also available is the Freeway Support Wedge which provides a firm support for a patient in bed and helps them remain in a required position.

 

 

Freeway Bed Management System System - with patient and carer

Key Benefits and Features
• Provides comfort for patients
• Minimal effort from carers
• Ideal for use by a single carer
• Works easily with four section profiling beds
• Can be used on a pressure care mattress
• Can also be used with a hoist to assist turning
• Dimensions: 140 × 200 cm
• Maximum user weight: 200 kg

 

Prism Medical UK, Sales Director, Tom Reaney added: “The Freeway Raiser Freeway Bed Management System are further examples of our ongoing commitment to our customers, in striving to provide the very best in quality, safety and comfort.
Carrying the quality which is synonymous with the Freeway brand, we’re confident that these pioneering products will
become an integral part of the moving and handling equipment required in care homes, hospitals, specialist schools
and the home”.

For more information call 01924 840 100

Or visit www.prismmedical.co.uk

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Prism Medical UK Helping Out on DIY SOS Once Again

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Prism Medical UK were once again involved in an episode of DIY SOS: The Big Build, broadcast on Wednesday 1st February 2017 at 9:00pm on BBC1.

Alongside Nick Knowles, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and his team, Prism helped to totally transform the family home of 18-year old Antonia Payne-Cheney.

Until the age of 14, Antonia was a healthy, normal and very active teenage girl. However, her health took a shocking turn. She began to feel very tired and had no energy at all. Gradually she became more and more exhausted and began to fall unconscious regularly.

As a result, Antonia was hospitalised and after many blood tests, was diagnosed with a connective tissue disorder, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Caused by a lack of collagen in the body. Ehlers-Danlos also causes problems with the digestive system meaning that Antonia is now no longer able to eat normally and is fed through a line directly in to her heart. An additional devastating facet of Ehlers-Danlos is a condition called POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) which causes Antonia to collapse and lose consciousness whenever she tries to stand and sometimes even sit upright, meaning that she cannot even wash herself without help.

Antonia’s POTS means that she must use a specially adapted wheelchair which keeps her legs elevated, preventing her from losing consciousness. The family home and garden wasn’t adjusted to Antonia’s needs, in terms of the lack of space and there not being a constant supply of oxygen, which was causing a real strain for all the family having to survive on camp beds in her hospital ward.

The DIY SOS team, alongside many volunteers and with the help of Prism Medical UK made a whole range of building adjustments and changes to help improve their living space, indoors and outdoors.

 

 

Brian Ruttle, Group Technical Support Manager, Prism Medical UK, was able to assist and advise the DIY SOS team on the installation and capabilities of the ceiling track hoist system, and stated: ‘Prism Medical UK were delighted to donate and install two Freeway TransactiveXtra ceiling track hoist H- systems H-system and one straight track hoist throughout the house. The systems will really contribute to Antonia’s care, comfort and quality of life and we are delighted to aid in beginning Antonia’s new life at home.’

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Prism Medical UK Lending a Helping Hand to DIY SOS: The Big Build

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Prism Medical UK were once again involved in an episode of DIY SOS: The Big Build, broadcast on 29th September at 8:00pm on BBC1.

Alongside Nick Knowles and his team, Prism helped to totally transform the family home of Rachel and Andy Smith, from Derby.

Rachel and Andy’s son Isaac suffered severe brain damage during childbirth. As a result, Isaac has life limiting cerebral palsy, and is totally blind.

The family home and garden wasn’t adjusted to Isaac’s needs, causing a real strain for all the family.

The DIY SOS team, alongside many volunteers and with the help of Prism Medical UK made a whole range of building adjustments and changes to help improve their living space, indoors and outdoors.

Prism were delighted to donate and install a Freeway TransactiveXtra ceiling track hoist system in Isaac’s bedroom and wet room. The family garden also took a dramatic transformation through a sensory landscape design and the construction of therapy hut, complete with hot tub. Prism also installed a ceiling track hoist system in the therapy hut. Both systems will really contribute to Isaac’s care, comfort and quality of life.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brian Ruttle, Group Technical Support Manger, Prism Medical UK, was able to assist and advise the DIY SOS team on the installation and capabilities of the ceiling track hoist system, and stated:

‘Our goal at Prism is to help people transform their lives, through the moving, handling and bathing solutions we manufacture and supply, and we are very privileged to have been involved and support the DIY SOS team throughout the build. Knowing we have made a difference to help Rachel and Andy, give Isaac the best possible life, is such rewarding experience, not only for those involved in the project, but for everyone at Prism Medical UK’.

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Mackworth SA160E and TA180 – Cost Effective Stand Aid and Transfer Solutions.

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Moving, handling and bathing specialist Prism Medical UK has today announced the launch of two new products within their Mackworth brand portfolio – the Mackworth SA160E and the Mackworth TA180.
Designed and manufactured at Prism’s North Wales factory, both products aim to provide an innovative solution to clients’ mobile hoisting and transfer options whilst at the same time reducing their costs.

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The Mackworth SA160EMackworth SA160E offers a highly economical stand aid solution.
Produced to the same cost effective manufacturing process of the Mackworth hoist range, providing a robust unit with no compromise on quality.
Offers true value-for-money.

Key Benefits and Features:
• A cost effective solution for the budget conscious
• Accommodates the support and comfort needs of the client
• Maximum weight capacity – 160kg

Mackwort_TA180

 

The Mackworth TA180 is a transfer support unit which encourages more mobile clients to stand un-assisted.

Mackworth TA180The versatility of the Mackworth TA180 allows for ease of use in a variety of care and health environments.

Key Benefits and Features:
• Provides easy transportation to the bathroom and toilet
• Offers a suitable alternative to a wheelchair
• Allows for greater interaction between user and carer
• Padded knee support for extra comfort
• Maximum weight capacity – 180kg

 

 

 

 

Both ranges come complete with manual leg opening and a one year warranty.

Prism Medical UK Sales Director, Tom Reaney was extremely positive about the launch of the new Mackworth SA160E and TA180. He added: “Many of our customers are experiencing tighter budgetary constraints than at any time I can remember and this is something we are continually looking to address. We feel the new Mackworth SA160E and TA180 will go some way to saving healthcare organisations significant amounts of money, whilst maintaining robust quality standards expected by our customers”.

 

For more information call 01924 840100

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The Freeway Falls Recovery Sling

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Moving, handling and bathing specialist Prism Medical UK has announced the launch of a new and pioneering Falls Recovery Sling.

The Freeway Falls Recovery Sling allows carers to safely transfer a person who needs assistance immediately after a fall.

Manufactured from low friction material, the sling allows secure moving and sliding of an individual, so they can be comfortably transferred from the floor to a bed or chair.

The Freeway Falls Recovery Sling is incredibly strong and has a maximum weight capacity of 200kg. (31.5 stone). The versatile design makes it suitable for both adults and children.

How the Freeway Falls Recovery Sling works:

The Freeway Falls Recovery Sling allows for the fallen person to be rolled onto the sling whilst in a lying position.

Once moved onto to the sling, the carer can easily slide the person to a more open area if required, for the suitable positioning of a hoist.

The person can then be safely hoisted up off the floor and transferred with comfort and ease into a chair or bed.

Freeway Falls Recovery Sling     Freeway Falls Recovery Sling   Freeway Falls Recovery Sling   Freeway Falls Recovery Sling

 

Additional benefits and features:

  • The sling is machine washable, with space saving storage and integral carry bag.
  • To allow for easy use by qualified carers, the Freeway Recovery Sling comes with a step by step pictorial guide.

 

More information on the Freeway Falls Recovery Sling can be found here

Or call our friendly team on 0845 409 2000

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The New Freeway Easi-Change Range

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Moving, handling and bathing specialist Prism Medical UK has launched a new range of Freeway Easi-Change branded shower stretchers and changing benches.

The Freeway Easi-Change range features quality wall mounted, adjustable and fixed height showering and changing solutions.

Freeway Easi-Lift Electric Shower Stretcher
Freeway Easi-Lift Electric Shower Stretcher

A major benefit of the Freeway Easi-Change range is that no floor fixings are required, so they are suitable for a range of environments.

The Freeway Easi-Change range includes electric and manual options to meet all needs.

The Freeway Easi-Change range includes:

 

Freeway Easi-Lift Changing Bench
Freeway Easi-Lift Changing Bench

 

• Freeway Fixed Height Shower Stretcher
• Freeway Adjustable Height Shower Stretcher
• Freeway Easi-Lift Electric Shower Stretcher
• Freeway Easi-Lift Changing Bench
• Freeway Hi-Riser Changing Table
• Freeway Hi-Riser Shower Stretcher

 

 

Features and benefits:

No floor fixings required
Adjustable, electric and manual height solutions
Range of sizes to meet all needs
Fold away options to save on space
Range of colours
Wipe clean surfaces

Two Year Warranty*

All Freeway Easi-Change products come with a two year Manufacturer’s warranty as standard.

Technical Information:

Freeway Easi-Change Range Table1

 

To request a Freeway Easi-Change brochure contact us here

 

*Excludes batteries

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Ensuring Your Staff are Fully Trained in Moving & Handling Procedures

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The moving and handling of people is a regular day-to-day task in a care home, which if not done safely, can cause serious injury to carers and the client being transferred.

Although moving and handling procedures have improved immensely in recent years, poor technique is still a common sight in care homes that are yet to adopt a much needed moving and handling training policy.

This provides a number of issues, including increased staff sickness, compensation claims, client injuries, and in some cases death, which can have a terrible impact on a care homes’ all important reputation.

A recent report from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) described how one care home group was prosecuted and fined £100,000 after an elderly resident fell from a hoist and died as a result of the sling being used incorrectly.

A similar incident was outlined in the Yorkshire Evening Post 2013 where a 100 year old great-grandmother died only a day after falling out of a sling that was used by carers who had not been properly trained to use the equipment.

Safe moving and handling techniques do not only prevent such tragedies, it also benefits the client in many ways, as they will experience increased comfort, dignity and in some cases, empowerment during the transfer.

Here at Prism, we understand the importance of ensuring care staff are well trained in moving and handling practices, which is why we offer a range of on-site and off-site training courses, including free product awareness sessions.

With such an extensive range of training sessions available, there really is no excuse for poor moving and handling techniques, which could seriously affect your staff, clients and ultimately your business.


Contact us today to find out more about the range of training courses that we offer. We can even deliver bespoke training specific to your needs.

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Care Improvements and Savings Through Adaptations and Equipment

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Free Event at Novotel Newcastle Airport Hotel

Thursday, 22nd May 2014 – 9.30am – 3.30pm

Increased pressure on finances in the care industry has resulted in organisations looking at reducing costs, yet providing the same and improved quality of service.  As part of a series of events being held throughout the UK this year, we showcase ways in which organisations provide creative solutions to these overwhelming challenges.

Click here to book a place or call Jan Hall on 0800 078 7051.

The Schedule

09:30 – 10:00         Registration and Coffee

10:00 – 10:30         Introduction and the DFG Crisis
Exploring the true cost of the unmet need for adaptations and what action can be taken help support the DFG.

10:30 – 11:45         Enabling Single Handed Care
The Questions. The Realities. The Solutions. Single Handed Care can facilitate a significant cost saving to organisations and provides increased empowerment, independence, flexibility and greater dignity for clients.  We explain how.

Brought to you by Prism Medical UK.

11:45 – 12:00        Coffee and Refreshments

12:00 – 12:40        Accessible Kitchen Design
This presentation will focus on the key considerations made during a survey for an accessible kitchen, and will give an overview of the range of product options available from AKW.

12:40 – 13:00        The Dementia-Friendly Bathroom
How simple design considerations can significantly improve bathroom safety and quality of life for those suffering with dementia.

Brought to you by AKW.

13:00 – 14:00        Lunch

14:00 – 15:00        Independence and Well-Being in the Bathroom
An overview of how shower toilets can provide independence to those who require it in the bathroom and the benefits over time.

Brought to you by Geberit
 

15:00 – 15:30        Questions and Close

Click here to book a place

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Announcement: Prism Medical UK Receive Significant Investment from Private Equity Specialist

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Prism Medical UK is pleased to announce that private equity specialist LDC has completed a significant investment to support the £30million acquisition of Prism UK Medical Limited from Toronto-based TSX Venture Exchange listed business Prism Medical Limited.

The deal with LDC includes additional funding alongside the initial investment to accelerate growth, through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. Initially, Prism will focus on the development and expansion of Prism’s existing product and service offering within the UK market, expansion into key European markets and target a number of acquisition opportunities.

Commenting on the investment, Martin Draper, Chief Investment Officer at LDC said: “In Prism we are partnering with a high quality management team led by Stuart Meldrum and a business operating in an attractive market driven by strong fundamentals, including an ageing population and the need to deliver health care more effectively in the community. The management team has successfully implemented a strategic plan to capitalise on the market opportunity going forward and we will work closely with them to accelerate the business’ expansion strategy.

“As part of the transaction, the team will be further supported by the appointment of Alan Pilgrim as Non-Executive Chairman and James Buckley as Non-Executive Director. Previously CEO of Alliance Medical and Chairman of Cancer Partners UK, Mr Pilgrim has a successful track record of working in the UK and international healthcare sector, while Mr Buckley was previously CEO of Tunstall Group and brings substantial M&A experience in this sector.”

The deal was led by Birmingham-based Investment Director Andy Lyndon, supported by Matt Newbold. Both will join the board as Non-Executive Directors with immediate effect.

Stuart Meldrum, Chief Executive at Prism said: “LDC’s investment and support brings additional strategic focus and financial backing to our business and reflects the confidence both parties have in Prism’s continued growth.  Looking forward, we anticipate that LDC’s support will allow us to further strengthen our UK market leading position, expand the company’s business into Europe and accelerate growth through acquisitions whilst maintaining our reputation for provision of high quality products and services to our valued UK and European customers, existing and new.”

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