Span America | Essential Bed | Modular Hospital Bed with Advanced Clinical Positioning, Integrated Scale, and Enhanced Patient Safety Features
At Alto Med Supply, we offer the Span America Essential Bed as a reliable and versatile solution designed to meet the demands of modern healthcare environments.
This advanced hospital bed features a modular design with optional expanders and extenders, integrated scale capabilities, and a range of accessory options to support customized patient care.
Engineered for safety, precision, and ease of use, the bed provides vertical movement with virtually no horizontal shift to help maintain patient stability during adjustments.
The Smart Stop low-position auto pause enhances under-bed safety by automatically stopping movement at a secure height.
Caregivers benefit from a foot-end control system with staff lockout for improved operational control, while the easy-to-use ratchet-style vascular footrest allows for efficient and accurate positioning.
Advanced clinical positioning functions further support a wide range of therapeutic needs.
Built for long-term durability and hygiene, the bed includes a trapezoidal slat profile for added strength, ventilation, and easier cleaning.
Its antimicrobial coating helps support infection control efforts, while precision welds backed by a lifetime guarantee ensure lasting performance.
The Span America Essential Bed combines innovative engineering with practical functionality to enhance both patient comfort and caregiver efficiency.
Key Features
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Vertical-only bed movement: Adjusts height with minimal horizontal shift to help maintain patient alignment and stability.
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Smart Stop® low-position auto pause: Automatically pauses bed lowering at a safe low height and requires foot-end control to continue, helping prevent unsafe obstructions and supporting fall prevention.
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Foot-end control with staff lockout: Allows caregiver-only operation from the foot of the bed while restricting unauthorized adjustments for improved safety and control.
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Ratchet-style vascular footrest: Easy-to-use design enables quick and precise patient leg positioning for vascular care and comfort.
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Trapezoidal slat frame design: Provides strong structural support while improving ventilation and making cleaning easier for better hygiene.
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Durable antimicrobial coating: Helps reduce surface bacteria growth and supports infection control protocols in clinical environments.
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Precision-welded construction with lifetime guarantee: Built for long-term durability and structural reliability in demanding healthcare settings.
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Advanced clinical positioning system: Supports a wide range of therapeutic bed positions to enhance patient care and caregiver efficiency.
Specifications
| Height Floor to Mattress Support |
7-7/8" – 31" / 200 mm – 787 mm |
| Deck Angles – Back Elevation |
0 – 70° |
| Deck Angles – Knee Elevation |
0 – 30° |
| Bed Length – Overall Length |
82", 86", 90" / 2083 mm, 2184 mm, 2286 mm |
| Bed Length – Sleep Surface |
76", 80", 84" / 1930 mm, 2032 mm, 2134 mm |
| Bed Width – Sleep Surface |
35", 39", 42" / 889 mm, 991 mm, 1067 mm |
| Weight of Bed (without accessories) |
259 lbs / 118 kg (Standard model)
270 lbs / 123 kg (Plus model) |
| Safe Working Load |
500 lb / 227 kg (Standard model)
650 lb / 295 kg (Plus model) |
| Warranty |
General parts: 1 year
Electrical: 5 years
Frame: 15 years
Welds: 15 years |
| Certifications |
ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1:2005 – Medical electrical equipment
CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 60601-1-08 – Medical electrical equipment
CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 60601-2-52:11 – Medical Beds
CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 60601-1-2-08 – EMC |
Shipping
- Free delivery (Contiguous United States Only)
- Delivery ETA 3-7 business days
- We also offer white glove engineer delivery with assembly and demonstration if required. Please contact us for a quote.
- If you require faster shipping or shipping outside the contiguous United States, please contact us for a shipping quote.
- If you require installation, please contact us for more information.
Warranty
This product comes with a 1-year limited manufacturer's parts warranty.
Please note that structural and electrical components carry extended coverage, such as the 15-year frame and weld warranty. Refer to the individual product specifications to confirm the exact warranty duration for each component.
Important Notes
The warranty applies only to the original purchaser of a new product.
It does not cover:
- Normal wear and tear
- Damage due to misuse, alteration, tampering, negligence, accidents, lack of maintenance, unauthorized repair, or any other cause beyond the reasonable control of the manufacturer.
If you have any faults with your items, contact us and we'll help to resolve any issues.
Conditions: Warranty is void if the product is altered, misused, or repaired by unauthorized personnel. Damage from improper maintenance or unsuitable environmental conditions is also excluded.
Important: Product Inspection Upon Delivery
Please inspect all items carefully for any damage that may have occurred during shipping immediately after unpacking and report within 24 hours of receiving the product.
Returns
We at Alto Med Supply are committed to ensuring you are delighted with every purchase. However, if you need to make a return, please reach out to us at support@altomedsupply.com, and we'll guide you through the return process.
Here are a few important points to note:
- You have the right to return your order within 14 calendar days of receiving the goods. Beyond this period, we regret that returns cannot be accepted.
- Products must be returned unused, and in their original packaging. If packaging has been opened, returns will not be accepted.
- Return shipping costs and 25% restocking fee apply.
- Opened bathroom products cannot be returned due to hygiene reasons.
- Bespoke items cannot be returned unless damaged or faulty.
For more information, please refer to our Terms and Conditions.
Please view our full returns and refund policy here.
