Span America | Encore Heavy Duty Low Hospital Bed | Glidealign Retractable Deck Technology, Readywide Integrated Expansion and Smart Stop Safety System
At Alto Med Supply, we offer the Span America Encore Heavy Duty Low Hospital Bed, a premium clinical bed designed to improve patient comfort, safety, and caregiver efficiency.
Engineered for advanced care environments, this hospital bed combines durability with innovative functionality to support a wide range of patient needs and medical settings.
The Encore Bed features Glidealign® retractable deck technology for smooth, precise positioning and Readywide® integrated two-click expansion to accommodate different mattress sizes with ease.
Safety is enhanced through the Intelligent Smart Stop® system, which automatically pauses the bed in low positions to help reduce fall risk and improve low-bed operation.
For greater clinical versatility, it also includes advanced positioning options such as Comfort Chair, Trendelenburg/Reverse Trendelenburg (T/RT), and Cardiac Care positioning, making it a reliable solution for both patients and caregivers.
Key Features
Glidealign® Retractable Deck Technology:
Maintains proper patient alignment during bed movement to help reduce fall risk, minimize skin shear, and improve overall safety in long-term care settings.
Readywide® Integrated Two-Click Expansion:
Easily adjusts bed width to 39" or 42", improving patient access, transfer safety, and compatibility with different care environments.
Intelligent Smart Stop® Low-Position Safety System:
Automatically pauses bed lowering at a safe low height, helping prevent falls and ensuring caregiver confirmation before further adjustment.
High Weight Capacity for Bariatric Care:
Supports up to 600 lbs (SWL) on bariatric configurations, making it suitable for a wide range of patient care needs.
Enhanced Caregiver Ergonomics:
Designed to reduce physical strain and improve safety during patient handling, repositioning, and daily care tasks.
Improved Patient Comfort and Stability:
Provides a secure, stable sleeping surface that enhances comfort while supporting safer clinical positioning.
Advanced Clinical Positioning Options:
Includes Comfort Chair, Trendelenburg/Reverse Trendelenburg (T/RT), and Cardiac Care positions for versatile patient treatment support.
3-Position Assist Device for Safe Transfers:
Ergonomic support rail improves patient ingress and egress while enhancing caregiver assistance and control.
Mobility and Stability at Any Height:
Hospital-grade swivel casters allow smooth movement while maintaining strong stability during use and transport.
Durable, Easy-Clean Bed Design:
Features reinforced slat construction, under-bed lighting, and protective base components for long-term clinical reliability.
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)
Sleep Surface – Retraction Travel
12" / 305 mm
Bed Length – Sleep Surface
76", 80", 84" (1930 mm, 2032 mm, 2134 mm) *Requires 4" Bed Extender Kit
Bed Width – Sleep Surface
36", 39", 42" (889 mm, 991 mm, 1067 mm)
Bed Width – With Side Rails
40-1/2", 43-1/2", 46-1/2" (1029 mm, 1105 mm, 1181 mm)
Weight of Bed (without accessories)
253 lbs / 115 kg
Safe Working Load
600 lbs / 272 kg
Mobility (at any height)
7-7/8" - 31" (200 mm - 787 mm)
Bed End Panels
Permanent or removable mounting
Ingress Protection Rating
IPX4 (Electrical components IP66)
Electric Motors
Four (4) DC self-lubricating linear actuators
Warranty
Batteries, Hand Pendants, FECs, and Cables: 1 Year
Mechanical: 5 Years
Frame: 10 Years
Welds: 15 Years
User manual for Span America Encore Bed can be found
here.
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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 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.
What a life saver. The chair arrived in a big box. Was very easy to assemble. Just unfold and attach the foot pedals. Mom is now able to cruise around her complex visiting friends and participating in activities.
This bed is brilliant, and the technology is brilliant. It is a stunning bed that has helped mobility for my wife who has a spinal cord injury and has trouble getting in and out of bed as well as chairs. Her quality of life will be better because of this product.Thank you.
