Frequently asked questions about the TransitFlow Portering Chair Range
In this article, we’ll answer the 6 most common questions we receive about the TransitFlow Portering Chair Range from Felgains.
What versions of the TransitFlow are available?
The TransitFlow Portering Chair is available in 4 different versions to help meet all your Trust’s needs.
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TransitFlow Standard Our standard model is sturdy and easy to handle, with an attractive modern design. Stackable for optimal storage. |
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TransitFlow Bariatric With a wider seat and backrest, robust frame, and a higher safe working load, the TransitFlow Bariatric is perfect for heavier patients. |
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TransitFlow Outdoor The Outdoor version has a weatherproof seat, backrest, and frame, helping you overcome the challenges of outdoor transfers. Stackable for optimal storage. |
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TransitFlow Powered Fitted with a powered drive system to make patient transfers much easier and safer for your portering staff. Available in standard and bariatric versions. |
What’s the safe working load of the TransitFlow Portering Chairs?
The safe working load of the standard TransitFlow is 200kg, or 31 stone. This also applies to the Outdoor and standard Powered versions of the chair.
The Bariatric version of the chair has a higher safe working load of 250kg, or 39 stone. This SWL also applies to the bariatric powered version.
What accessories are available for the TransitFlow Chairs?
The TransitFlow Range is available with a wide range of accessories, so you can customise your chairs to meet your exact requirements.
Some of the accessories include:
| Removable IV pole |
| Fixed IV pole |
| Adjustable leg rest |
| U-shape anti-theft, fitted with 2 hooks infusion holder |
| Accessory basket |
| Holder for oxygen cylinder |
| Equipment for leg rest (pair) |
| Coin lock for £1 coin |
| Coin lock for a specific token |
| Safety belt |
How robust are the TransitFlow Chairs?
Portering chairs are used very frequently and travel over long distances daily, so choosing a robust portering chair that’s up for the job is very important!
The TransitFlow’s armrests are designed to be exceptionally robust – they can bear loads up to 200kg. We’ve also had feedback that the folding armrests are more robust than traditional drop-down armrests. Drop-down armrests are typically secured with thumbscrews, which can be damaged or lost over time.
The footplate of the TransitFlow is also very robust, designed to cope with loads of up to 200kg (or 250kg for the Bariatric version). This means patients can stand on the footplate with no issues, should they need to.
The TransitFlow Chair’s frame is made from stainless steel and is epoxy coated, protecting it from rust that we see so often on other portering chairs in hospitals.
Are the TransitFlow Chairs available on NHS Supply Chain?
The TransitFlow models are available under a new framework – ‘Lot One – Medical Furniture Equipment’ under ‘Portering chairs and wheelchairs’.
How much do the TransitFlow Portering Chairs cost?
The below table shows how much the TransitFlow versions cost as standard, single units. Quanity discounts are available. Please note that adding accessories will affect the price.
| Version | Unit Cost |
| TransitFlow Standard | £912 |
| TransitFlow Bariatric | £996 |
| TransitFlow Outdoor | £1,176 |
| TransitFlow Powered – Standard | £5,334 |
| TransitFlow Powered – Bariatric | £5,674 |
I hope this article has answered some of your questions about the TransitFlow Portering Chair range. If you have further questions or would like to get in touch with our team, please get in touch.
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