Foldable Patient Lift
Liko Inc, Franklin, Mass, introduces LikoLight, a patient lift rated at 308 pounds maximum load. Designed to meet the needs of homes or institutions where transportability and storability are key issues, the unit is foldable and can be dismantled into three separate carry-bags for long-distance transportation. The total weight of the lift, including batteries and charger, is 53 pounds. All lifting functions are accomplished by means of an electric motor. Undercarriage width adjustments are performed via a foot-operated mechanism. A variety of slings and accessories help ensure safety and comfort. (888) 545-6671; www.liko.com.

New Compression Styles
Surgical Appliance Industries Inc, Cincinnati, introduces two styles of TRUFORM ladies’ Fashion Plus trouser socks. Style No. 1975 features a knitted-in raised cable or chain-link design. Style No. 1976 features a classic diamond pattern. Both provide 10 to 20 mm Hg graduated compression and are latex free. They come in navy, tan, white, and black. (800) 888-0458; www.surgicalappliance.com.

Low-Maintenance O2 Indicator
The Respond 02 concentrator oxygen indicator by Responsive Respiratory Inc, Fenton, Mo, makes life easier for customers by replacing analyzers powered by galvanic fuel cells that need to be switched out annually. The unit’s ultrasonic technology accurately measures the speed of sound through the gas (+/-2% full scale). The 5.75-inch by 3.6-inch by 1.3-inch device comes with a carrying case and runs on one 9-volt battery. (866) 333-4030; www.respond02.com. 

Lighter Gel Cushion
The Comfortechnology SI-Tack Premier gel-foam wheelchair cushion delivers the pressure interface characteristics of a gel cushion without the weight, says its maker, Lauren Manufacturing Co, New Philadelphia, Ohio. The secret is a hybrid design consisting of a visco-elastic polyurethane gel, an air pocket, and high-density polyurethane foam. It offers sliding control, pelvic neutrality, and thigh alignment for postural symmetry. Cross-linked polymers provide resistance to shape change. The space between the gel pockets permits air ventilation, and the cushion’s thermoplastic seal provides antibacterial protection along with acid and alkali resistance. Available in three sizes, the cushion weighs approximately four pounds and carries a 2-year warranty. (800) 683-0676; www.comfortechnology.com.

Portable Liquid Oxygen
The Escort portable liquid oxygen system by The Respiratory Group, St Louis, weighs four pounds when filled and has an oxygen flow duration of 8 hours. Both the electronic and pneumatic versions (with dual lumen cannula) are available in 50 and 20 psi pressure systems. The Escort is compatible with most popular liquid oxygen base units. (877) 877-3774; www.respiratorygroup.com.

Three-Position Lift Chair
Pride Mobility Products Corp, Exeter, Pa, has added the Cameo C-15 three-position model lift chair to its Casual Lift Chair line. The chair features a quiet, smooth lift system, an affordable price, and a weight capacity of up to 325 pounds. To satisfy customer tastes, it has a contemporary design and its cushions are available in sky blue, blush, coffee, and chestnut vinyl with a fiber-filled, button-back design. (800) 800-8586; www.pridemobility.com.