{"product_id":"universal-hoist-sling","title":"General Purpose Universal Hoist Sling by Cobalt, Polyester or Mesh, S-XL","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Hoist Sling for Everyday Transfers, Sitting or Lying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCobalt General Purpose Universal Sling\u003c\/strong\u003e is a full-body hoist sling for everyday lifts: bed to chair, chair to bed, and lifting someone up from the floor. Choose durable polyester or quick-drying mesh for wet areas, loop or keyhole clip attachments, and a version with or without head support, in four colour-coded sizes from Small to X-Large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDispatched from our Australian supplier's NSW warehouse, usually within 2-7 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy the Right Sling Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hoist is only as comfortable as the sling under the person being lifted. A sling that's too big or too small, or one that doesn't clip onto your hoist, makes every transfer harder for everyone. This sling comes in enough combinations to match the person, the room and the hoist, so carers can get on with the lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo fabrics.\u003c\/strong\u003e Durable polyester for everyday use, or quick-drying mesh for bathrooms and wet areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoop or keyhole clip attachments.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick the one your hoist's spreader bar takes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith or without head support.\u003c\/strong\u003e The no-head-support version comes in mesh with loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour-coded binding.\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, yellow, green or blue edging shows the size at a glance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft bound edges.\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentler against the skin while the sling is in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabels built to last.\u003c\/strong\u003e High-definition woven labels designed not to fade, with 5-year service record and sling audit indicators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique serial number on every sling.\u003c\/strong\u003e Handy for tracking and record keeping in care settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care.\u003c\/strong\u003e Machine washable, flame-retardant fabric with anti-shrink webbing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafe working load 220kg (Small and Medium) or 300kg (Large and X-Large).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs the Universal Sling Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt usually suits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egeneral transfers to and from a sitting or lying position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elifting someone up from the floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehomes, group homes and aged care settings with a mobile or ceiling hoist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck with your OT or physio first:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhether the person needs head support. That depends on how well they can hold up their head and upper body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhich size, fabric and attachment to choose. Cobalt says the choice should only be made after a full assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor anything to do with the person's health or care plan, we recommend speaking with your healthcare provider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to know before you order:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe hoist is not included. This listing is for the sling only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCobalt says these slings suit most brands of lifting and ceiling hoists. Check whether your hoist takes loops or keyhole clips before you choose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the sling before every use. If it's damaged, frayed or not in its original condition, don't use it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the Right Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCobalt sizes this sling by height, hip width and back length. Measure while the person is sitting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHip width:\u003c\/strong\u003e measure straight across the hips from left to right, not around them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBack length, with head support:\u003c\/strong\u003e measure from the top of the head down to the lower back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBack length, no head support:\u003c\/strong\u003e measure from the base of the neck down to the lower back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch those figures and the person's height to the table below. If they fall between two sizes, email us the measurements and we'll check with Cobalt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"rowgroup\" colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: #e6f0fa; text-align: left;\"\u003eSmall (red binding)\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125-150cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHip width (left to right)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop of head to lower back\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80cm (with head support)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase of neck to lower back\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55cm (no head support)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafe working load\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"rowgroup\" colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; text-align: left;\"\u003eMedium (yellow binding)\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e145-170cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHip width (left to right)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop of head to lower back\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e91cm (with head support)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase of neck to lower back\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e66cm (no head support)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafe working load\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"rowgroup\" colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: #e6f0fa; text-align: left;\"\u003eLarge (green binding)\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e165-180cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHip width (left to right)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e52cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop of head to lower back\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100cm (with head support)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase of neck to lower back\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75cm (no head support)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafe working load\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"rowgroup\" colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; text-align: left;\"\u003eX-Large (blue binding)\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e175-185cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHip width (left to right)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop of head to lower back\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100cm (with head support)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase of neck to lower back\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75cm (no head support)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafe working load\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 2.5em;\"\u003eChoosing the Right Option\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolyester or mesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e polyester is the durable everyday choice. Mesh dries quickly, so it suits showering and wet areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoop or clip:\u003c\/strong\u003e loops hook over the spreader bar's hooks. Keyhole clips lock onto clip-style spreader bars. Match it to your hoist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith or without head support:\u003c\/strong\u003e head support suits someone who needs help holding up their head. Without it, the sling sits lower on the back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUniversal Sling Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSL-UNI range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall, Medium, Large, X-Large\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyester or mesh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttachment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoop or keyhole clip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHead support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWith or without (no head support: mesh with loops)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafe working load\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220kg (S\/M), 300kg (L\/XL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize colours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed, yellow, green, blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMachine washable, flame-retardant fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAS\/NZS ISO 10535:2011\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 2.5em;\"\u003eNot Sure Which Sling Suits? Email Us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSend us a few details and we'll help you pick the right size and option. \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@mobilityshopdirect.com.au?subject=Cobalt%20Universal%20Sling%20sizing%20question\"\u003eEmail support@mobilityshopdirect.com.au\u003c\/a\u003e with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe person's height and weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etheir hip width (left to right) and back length, measured as above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhether they need head support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eyour hoist's make and model, and whether it takes loops or clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhere you'll mostly use it (bedroom, lounge, bathroom or floor lifts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cobalt Health","offers":[{"title":"Small \/ Polyester \/ Loop - With Head Support","offer_id":48220365521067,"sku":"SL-UNI-LP-SML","price":412.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small \/ Polyester \/ Clip - With Head Support","offer_id":48220365553835,"sku":"SL-UNI-CL-SML","price":447.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small \/ Mesh \/ Loop - With Head Support","offer_id":48220365586603,"sku":"SL-UNI-M-LP-SML","price":447.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small \/ Mesh \/ Loop - No Head Support","offer_id":48220365619371,"sku":"SL-UNI-M-LP-NHS-SML","price":412.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small \/ Mesh \/ Clip - With Head Support","offer_id":48220365652139,"sku":"SL-UNI-M-CL-SML","price":467.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Polyester \/ Loop - With Head Support","offer_id":48220365684907,"sku":"SL-UNI-LP-MED","price":412.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Polyester \/ Clip - With Head Support","offer_id":48220365717675,"sku":"SL-UNI-CL-MED","price":447.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Mesh \/ Loop - With Head Support","offer_id":48220365750443,"sku":"SL-UNI-M-LP-MED","price":447.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Mesh \/ Loop - No Head Support","offer_id":48220365783211,"sku":"SL-UNI-M-LP-NHS-MED","price":412.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Mesh \/ Clip - With Head Support","offer_id":48220365815979,"sku":"SL-UNI-M-CL-MED","price":467.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Polyester \/ Loop - With Head Support","offer_id":48220365848747,"sku":"SL-UNI-LP-LRG","price":412.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Polyester \/ Clip - With Head Support","offer_id":48220365881515,"sku":"SL-UNI-CL-LRG","price":447.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Mesh \/ Loop - With Head Support","offer_id":48220365914283,"sku":"SL-UNI-M-LP-LRG","price":447.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Mesh \/ Loop - No Head Support","offer_id":48220365947051,"sku":"SL-UNI-M-LP-NHS-LRG","price":412.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Mesh \/ Clip - With Head Support","offer_id":48220365979819,"sku":"SL-UNI-M-CL-LRG","price":467.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Large \/ Polyester \/ Loop - With Head Support","offer_id":48220366012587,"sku":"SL-UNI-LP-XL","price":452.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Large \/ Polyester \/ Clip - With Head Support","offer_id":48220366045355,"sku":"SL-UNI-CL-XL","price":497.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Large \/ Mesh \/ Loop - With Head Support","offer_id":48220366078123,"sku":"SL-UNI-M-LP-XL","price":472.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Large \/ Mesh \/ Loop - No Head Support","offer_id":48220366110891,"sku":"SL-UNI-M-LP-NHS-XL","price":482.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Large \/ Mesh \/ Clip - With Head Support","offer_id":48220366143659,"sku":"SL-UNI-M-CL-XL","price":497.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0247\/1251\/1573\/files\/universal-hoist-sling-polyester-in-use-front-view.jpg?v=1791683893","url":"https:\/\/mobilityshopdirect.com.au\/products\/universal-hoist-sling","provider":"Mobility Shop Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}