Adult Barella Shower Trolley for Assisted and Safe Supported Showering

The Adult Barella Shower Trolley is a highly refined, reliable and professionally engineered solution for assisted showering, developed through years of careful research, design improvements and close attention to the real needs of users and carers. Recognised for its robustness, stability and versatility, the Barella range has earned a strong reputation in care facilities, hospitals, Changing Places installations, leisure centres and swimming pools, where the equipment must operate safely and effectively even under demanding daily conditions. At its core, the Adult Barella Shower Trolley is designed to make the showering process safer, smoother and more comfortable for users of all support needs, enabling carers to carry out personal care tasks with greater ease and improved ergonomics. Its exceptionally stable platform provides a secure surface that remains firm and dependable throughout use, giving carers confidence and providing the user with a reassuringly steady resting area. This stability is complemented by an advanced anti-corrosion process, making the trolley exceptionally durable in humid and wet settings, such as hydrotherapy facilities, leisure centres and aquatic environments where moisture exposure is constant. Because the frame is built for longevity, it continues to perform reliably long after lesser-quality trolleys have deteriorated.

The Barella BR32 model is the most popular within the range, offering a generous platform size that accommodates the majority of individuals comfortably. The dimensions provide ample space for repositioning during showering, allowing carers to work around the user with improved access and reduced strain. For those who require even more space, an extra-wide platform option is available, offering a very large surface suited to complex care needs or larger users. The BR32 is particularly well suited to Changing Places facilities, where inclusive, flexible and highly durable equipment is essential. For bariatric users who exceed 200kg, the Barella BB33 model combines a heavy-duty base frame with an extended wide platform, creating a strong, supportive and safe system tailored specifically for higher weight capacities. This specialised configuration ensures that users receive the same level of comfort and stability as those using standard models while maintaining strict safety standards. On the opposite end of the scale, for smaller users or facilities where space is limited, the Barella BP31 trolley offers a compact design that is shorter and narrower, making it ideal for small shower rooms, private bathrooms or community-focused facilities where manoeuvrability is key.

One of the defining strengths of the Adult Barella Shower Trolley is its practical feature set, all designed around real-world caregiving needs. The stainless steel folding side rails are extremely strong, notably higher than those commonly found on other shower trolleys. Their height provides enhanced safety, reducing the risk of the user rolling or sliding, while also enabling the trolley to function as a shallow bath if required—an uncommon but highly valuable feature in facilities that support a wide variety of individuals. These folding side rails are standard across the Barella range, ensuring ease of transfer and allowing carers to open or secure the sides quickly with minimal effort. The trolley is also equipped with single-handed plug operation, making drainage simple and efficient, which is especially important when managing busy schedules in healthcare environments.

Key Features

• Extremely stable platform
• Generous platform size with optional extra-wide surface
• Very strong stainless steel side rails
• Higher side rails than typical trolleys, allowing shallow bath use
• Folding side rails as standard
• Backrest adjustment up to 63 degrees
• Hydraulic or battery-operated height adjustment
• Total trolley weight: 106kg
• Castor diameter: 125mm or 150mm
• Individual or central castor locking system
• Directional locking castor (standard)
• Drain hose length: 150cm
• IPX5 protection
• Rail height: 270mm
• Single-handed plug operation
• Hygienic shower hose system

Comfort has been carefully considered throughout the Barella’s design. The generous platform surface provides ample room for users to rest comfortably, whether lying flat or positioned at an inclined angle. The backrest can be adjusted up to 63 degrees, allowing users to be positioned in a semi-upright posture that enhances comfort during washing and makes breathing easier for individuals who cannot lie fully flat. The trolley also includes Trendelenburg and anti-Trendelenburg tilt options of 12 degrees and 5 degrees respectively, ensuring that carers can adjust the position as needed for medical, hygiene or comfort reasons. These features give staff the ability to tailor posture according to the preferences or requirements of the individual, supporting both effective caregiving and user wellbeing.

The Barella is exceptionally versatile in terms of height control, offering a range between 610mm and 1000mm. This allows carers to raise or lower the platform to an ideal working level, reducing the risk of strain, awkward bending or uncomfortable postures during personal care tasks. Height adjustment can be operated using hydraulic or battery power depending on the chosen model, giving facilities the freedom to select the most suitable configuration for their environment. Ongoing mobility and manoeuvrability are also key aspects of the trolley’s design. With a total weight of 106kg, the unit is heavy enough to remain securely in place during use, but thanks to high-quality 125mm or 150mm castors, it glides smoothly when repositioning is required. Individual and central locking systems are available depending on the selected model, ensuring controlled movement, precise handling and reliable stability once the trolley is set in place. A directional locking castor comes as standard, supporting straight-line movement along corridors and improving overall steering accuracy.

Benefits

• Provides a safe and stable surface for assisted showering
• Offers comfort for users with a wide range of support needs
• Highly durable and suitable for humid or demanding environments
• Adjustable to meet user and carer requirements
• Reduces strain on carers through ergonomic height control
• Supports bariatric users when using the BB33 configuration
• Suitable for Changing Places facilities
• Easy to manoeuvre and lock securely into position
• Enables flexible user positioning with adjustable backrest and tilt functions
• Designed to last significantly longer than standard shower trolleys

The trolley’s hygienic shower hose design ensures water flows efficiently without the risk of tangling or obstruction, and the 1500mm drain hose length allows flexible positioning in relation to floor drains or wall outlets. With an IPX5 protection rating and onboard 24V electrical safety system, the Barella ensures reliable performance even in high-moisture environments while maintaining the electrical safety standards required in clinical and wet-room settings. The rail height of 270mm further enhances security during use, ensuring users are protected throughout the showering or bathing process.

One of the reasons the Barella range is trusted by professional care providers is its consistent reliability in intensive-use environments. Many units are in operation for years without issue, thanks to rigorous testing and a robust design ethos that prioritises long-term performance. Its anti-corrosion build ensures the trolley remains structurally sound in challenging conditions such as poolside areas, warm shower rooms and humid leisure environments. Facilities also appreciate the quick availability of the Barella range, with good levels of stock allowing for express delivery when equipment is urgently needed. Bespoke options are also available for organisations requiring modifications tailored to specific user groups or facility layouts, ensuring full adaptability to meet specialised needs - please ask our team for more information. 

In everyday care, the Adult Barella Shower Trolley significantly enhances both practical processes and user comfort. Whether used with children, adults, bariatric individuals or people with complex support requirements, the trolley’s mixture of adjustability, stability and long-term durability provides an exceptional solution for assisted showering. Its adaptable platform sizes, tilt adjustments, smooth height control and robust foldable rails make it a valuable asset for any care environment striving to deliver safe, comfortable and efficient hygiene routines. The Barella stands as a reliable, user-centred product that supports carers and users alike, offering years of dependable performance with the craftsmanship and engineering standards expected of a premium medical device.

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Customer Reviews

"A Reliable Trolley for Everyday Professional Use" – Helen R.

"Our team rely on the Barella every single day, and it has performed flawlessly. The strong rails give users a real sense of security and the height range makes our work much easier. It’s one of the most stable and comfortable shower trolleys we’ve ever used."

"Excellent Quality and Perfect for Our Pool Facility" – Daniel P. 

"We needed a trolley that could withstand constant moisture and frequent use. The Barella has exceeded expectations. The anti-corrosion design is ideal for a swimming pool setting, and the express delivery meant we could upgrade our equipment without delay."

"Outstanding Design for Complex Care Needs" - Linda S.

"The Barella provides everything we need for safe and supported showering at home. The adjustable backrest and smooth height control make shower time far more comfortable for my son. It’s incredibly well built and very easy to clean."