Short Description
Medical sheepskins that conform to Australian Standards. The two types are identified by their colour which depicts the washing temperature ie. Hi temp (green) and Regtemp (blue). Available from some suppliers in natural shape and as underlays.
More Details
Features:
* They provide comfort, pressure relief and reduce moisture.
* High density soft but springy and resilient fibres.
* Reduce strain on the user's skin and shear forces on the underlying
tissue.
* The wool fibres can absorb up to 34% of their dry weight in moisture
without feeling damp.
* Conform to Australian Standard 4480.1-1997
Sizes
4 sizes: small to x-large
Maintenance
Performance identification
* Hitemp (green) - wash up to 80 degrees centigrade Dry up to 60 degrees centigrade
* Regtemp (blue) - wash up to 60 degrees centigrade Dry up to 60 degrees centigrade
Place Of Manufacture
Vic Australia
Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For a fact sheet about standards contact us or visit www.ilcaustralia.org/home/standards.asp
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