APEX ROTA-PRO LOW CHAIR BED — COMPACT INDEPENDENCE, FULL FUNCTIONALITY
The Apex Rota-Pro Low Chair Bed is a purpose-designed, premium profiling bed engineered for shorter users who require assisted transfers and enhanced independence. It combines the proven Rota-Pro concept — bed-to-chair transition and programmable rotation — with a reduced platform height and proportioned dimensions so that smaller users receive the same high level of safety, comfort and functionality in a size that fits them better.
This model is ideal for domestic and residential care settings where dignity, safe standing transfers, and reduced caregiver strain are priorities. By enabling a controlled path from lying to sitting and a gentle rotational transfer into standing or lateral transfer zones, the Rota-Pro Low removes much of the physical burden from carers while preserving user autonomy.
DESIGNED FOR SHORTER USERS — PROPORTIONATE, SAFE, AND DIGNIFIED
The Rota-Pro Low is tailored to the anthropometrics of shorter adults and smaller frail users. Every element — seat height, backrest geometry, rotation clearance and mattress platform length — is optimised so that transfers feel natural and secure for the individual.
Proportionate seating geometry ensures feet reach the floor safely during the chair phase, improving balance and confidence when standing.
Reduced overall length makes the product suitable for smaller bedrooms and tight care environments without compromising therapeutic or safety functions.
The lower entry height and adjusted rotation offsets reduce the need for compensatory movements, supporting safer, more dignified transfers.
SEAMLESS BED-TO-CHAIR TRANSITION — SUPPORTING INDEPENDENCE
A defining capability of the Rota-Pro Low is its ability to convert smoothly from a supine bed into an upright chair position through controlled, motorised profiling.
The transition is fully motorised and programmable, allowing the chair position to be dialled in for the user’s comfort and clinical requirements.
Once seated, the system can rotate left or right to present a safe trajectory for standing or lateral transfer to an adjacent chair or wheelchair.
This process enables many weight-bearing users to stand with less manual assistance, preserving independence while reducing the manual handling load on caregivers.
PROGRAMMABLE ROTATION — CONTROLLED, SAFE TRANSFERS
Rotation is central to the Rota-Pro concept and in the Low model is designed to operate within safe, pre-set parameters.
Programmable rotation angles let clinicians or carers set the preferred transfer arc (left/right) to match the environment and user needs.
Soft start/stop motion control keeps movement gradual and predictable, reducing fear and sudden torque on the hips and knees.
Rotation can be interlocked with seat angle and leg positioning to provide a single, coordinated transfer programme for repeatable, safe use.
ADVANCED PROFILING — COMFORT, PRESSURE CARE AND THERAPEUTIC POSITIONING
The Rota-Pro Low retains full profiling capability to support comfort and clinical care:
Electric backrest and knee-break deliver ergonomic seated and reclined positions.
Adjustable headrest and leg elevation support pressure relief, improve circulation and assist respiratory comfort.
Programmable positions can be saved for common activities (e.g., sitting for meals, transfer, rest) to simplify daily routines.
Combined with the bed-to-chair function, these profiling options reduce shear and friction during positioning and support long-term skin integrity.
PRESSURE CARE MATTRESS INCLUDED — MEDIUM-RISK PROTECTION
Each Rota-Pro Low is supplied with a clinically specified medium-risk, pressure-redistributing mattress and waterproof cover:
The mattress redistributes interface pressures across the contact surface to reduce the risk of pressure damage for users who sit or lie for prolonged periods.
The waterproof, wipeable cover supports infection control and simplifies routine hygiene.
Optional mattress upgrades are available for higher risk categories where required.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT — COMPREHENSIVE PROTECTION
Safety features are integrated and comprehensive:
Full-length side rails provide secure containment when the bed is used as a conventional profiling bed.
Three-quarter handrails support the user during the chair phase without obstructing rotation.
A grab pole provides an accessible handhold for standing assistance.
Lockable handsets and service interlocks prevent unauthorised or accidental operation.
Programmable travel limits and motion locks help ensure the bed operates only within clinically appropriate ranges.
USER-FRIENDLY CONTROLS — PATIENT AND SERVICE HANDSETS
Operation is intentionally simple while offering clinical configurability:
The patient handset provides easy access to common positions and supports independent use where appropriate.
The service handset allows clinicians and carers to programme rotation arcs, seat angles and safety limits.
Both handsets are ergonomically shaped and designed for users with limited dexterity.
MOBILITY, ACCESS AND DURABILITY
The Rota-Pro Low is engineered for real-world use:
Height adjustable frame accommodates transfer heights and caregiver ergonomics.
Braked twin-wheeled castors permit smooth repositioning and secure locking during use.
A powder-coated steel frame offers long-term durability, and the beech wood head/foot panels deliver a domestic, non-institutional look.
The construct balances robustness with aesthetics so it suits both private homes and community/residential care settings.
CLINICAL BENEFITS — REDUCING CAREGIVER STRAIN, ENABLING MOBILITY
The Rota-Pro Low provides measurable benefits in care delivery:
Reduces manual handling risks by reducing or eliminating the need for dependent lifts during transfers.
Promotes weight-bearing practice, which can support muscle tone and independence where clinically appropriate.
Improves dignity and privacy by allowing users to transfer with less intrusive assistance.
Supports pressure management and postural care through combined profiling and mattress features.
KEY SPECIFICATION & FEATURES — AT A GLANCE
Bed-to-Chair Transition: Automatic conversion from lying to upright chair position.
Programmable Rotation: Left/right rotation to support safe standing and lateral transfers.
Advanced Profiling: Electric backrest, knee-break, headrest and leg elevation.
User & Service Handsets: Patient handset and service handset for programming and safe use.
Pressure Care Mattress: Medium-risk mattress with waterproof cover included; upgrade options available.
Safety Equipment: Full-length side rails, three-quarter handrails, grab pole; programmable safety limits.
Finish & Frame: Beech wood head/footboards with powder-coated steel frame.
Mobility: Height adjustable with braked twin-wheeled castors for safe positioning.
CONCLUSION — COMPACT SOLUTION, COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT
The Apex Rota-Pro Low Chair Bed brings the transformative benefits of bed-to-chair conversion and programmable rotation to shorter users who deserve an equally tailored solution. By combining advanced profiling, configurable rotation, integrated pressure care and comprehensive safety systems, the Rota-Pro Low enhances user independence, reduces caregiver burden, and preserves dignity—all within a compact, attractive package suited to home and residential care environments.
