IndiGo
Intuitive drive assist for lighter transport
IndiGo is the intuitive drive assistance that
makes lighter transport available to any
caregiver with just a touch – for safety and
simplicity.
For hospitals looking to reduce ergonomic risk and support efficient workflows, IndiGo is the powered 5th wheel that aims to offer a helping hand in order to make every transport as safe, controlled and simple as possible.
Supports caregiver and patient safety
Intuitive ‘grab-and-go’ operation
Easy and seamless workflow integration
IndiGo can be supplied factory-fitted to new Enterprise and Citadel beds, or it can be retrofitted to select frames, including Enterprise 9000X and Citadel Patient Care System.
1. Paul, G. & Quintero-Duran, M. Ergonomic assessment of hospital bed moving using DHM Siemens JACK. Proceedings 19th Triennial Congress of the IEA, Melbourne 9-14 August 2015.
IndiGo is the breakthrough intuitive drive assist technology that enables a single caregiver to easily maneuver the hospital bed from any position – without the added complexity of separate controls or handles.
Supports caregiver and patient safety
- Provides intelligent drive and braking assistance based on caregiver input – will increase or decrease assist as required.
- May reduce the ergonomic risk associated with patient transport by reducing the work needed to move a bed down slopes by 70% and up slopes by 60%.1
- Responsive assistance helps avoid the control and movement disadvantages associated with traditional power drive systems.
Intuitive ‘grab-and-go’ operation
- Ground-breaking 360º operation means no buttons, handles or controls – simply grab the bed and go.
- Can be pushed or pulled from anywhere around the bed.
- Built directly into the bed itself without compromising standard bed functionality.
Easy and seamless workflow integration
- Always available to give caregivers the help they need, whenever they need it.
- Minimal required training supports the normal hospital workflow.
Automatic slope detection
- Provides extra assistance on inclines and braking assistance when moving down a slope.
Clear on/off indicator
- Blue LED light illuminates the floor on both sides of the bed when the drive wheel is active or when the battery is low.
Simple activation
- Automatically activated by lifting the brake pedal to the upright position – an easy and intuitive action.
Quick positioning
- Provides steering mode as well as power assist – simple deactivation allows for sideways movements and small positioning adjustments in tight spaces.
Easy maneuverability
- The centre drive wheel minimises the space needed to take corners as well as full 360-degree turns.
Emergency stop buttons
- Located at the head-end and foot ends of the bed, the electronic braking assist function provides a gradual stop, rather than an immediate, hard stop for additional patient and caregiver safety.
Simple attachment and installation
- Can be clamped on to an existing Citadel or Enterprise bed with minimal preparation of the bed frame.
Existing power connection
- Connects to the original bed power cord, re-routing to the bed control box.
1. Matz, M., Morgan, J. (2018). The Case For Powered Bed Transport (Whitepaper).
Specifications |
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Li-Ion battery | 25.2v nominal voltage, 4.3 amp capacity battery charge time from empty: ~4 hours |
Full battery achievable distance | 3.10 miles (5000m) |
Low battery achievable distance | .31 - .62 miles (500 – 1000m) |
Critical battery time remaining | 20 seconds |
Maximum speed for full assistance | 3mph (5km/h) |
IndiGo wheel drive | Non-marking |
Degree of liquid ingress protection | IPX4 |
Degree of proctection against electrical shock | Class 1 |
Allowed combination | Citadel Bed Frame System Enterprise 9000X Acute Care Hospital Bed |
Expected Service Life | The expected service life is 10 years when preventative maintenance is performed as specified in the Care and Preventive Maintenance section of the Instructions for Use (IFU) document |
Watt-hour rating | 108 Wh Nominal |
Safe working load | IndiGo has the same Safe Working Load as the bed to which it is fitted |
Recycling |
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Battery | Lithium-ion. Not for disposal, only to be recycled |
Package | Wood and corrugated cardboard recyclable |
IndiGo | Electric, metal and plastic parts shall be separated and recycled according to (WEEE) and according to markings on the unit |
Operating, transport and storage conditions |
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Temperature (operating) | 57°F to 95°F (14°C to 35°C) |
Temperature (transport and storage) | -20°F to 122°F (-29°C to 50°C) |
Relative humidity (operating) | 20%-80% |
Relative humidity (transport and storage) | 20%-90% at 86°F (30°C), non-condensing |
Atmospheric pressure (operating) | 700 hPa to 1060 hPa |
Atmospheric pressure (transport and storage) | 700 hPa to 1060 hPa |
Certifications and standards |
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IEC 60601-1:2005 + A1:2012 | |
Medical Electrical Equipment | |
UN DOT 38.3 | |
Transportation Testing for Lithium Batteries | |
EU Directive 2011/65/EU | |
Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment |
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