Flat Square Tube Five-Legged Base for Enhanced Stability
The Drip Stand 5 Leg Base Stainless Steel (VM-DS5LSS) features a five-legged base constructed from flat square tubing rather than the conventional round tube profile, providing a wider, flatter ground contact surface that increases base stability and structural rigidity under load. The square tube profile reduces flex at the base, improving resistance to tipping particularly when the pole is fully extended or carrying heavier infusion bags. The five-leg configuration distributes weight evenly across a wider footprint than three- or four-leg designs, making it a more stable choice for busy ward environments where the stand may be left unattended at full height or moved while loaded.
T-Clamp T-Hook Fastener Height Adjustment and Patient Mobility
Height adjustment is operated via a T-clamp T-hook fastener, allowing clinicians and patients to lock and release the pole quickly at the desired height with a simple one-hand clamping action. The mechanism provides positive, secure locking with no risk of unintended slippage during infusion. The slim pole profile and smooth swivel action of the base make the VM-DS5LSS easy for ambulatory patients to manoeuvre independently during IV therapy, reducing nursing intervention and supporting patient mobility protocols in medical and surgical wards.
Brushed Stainless Steel Construction and Availability in South Africa
The VM-DS5LSS frame is finished in brushed stainless steel, which is corrosion-resistant, non-porous, and fully compatible with standard hospital-grade surface disinfectants, maintaining a hygienic wipe-clean surface through the repeated decontamination cycles required in clinical environments. The brushed finish gives the stand a clean, contemporary appearance suited to both general ward and private patient settings. Available in South Africa from Vital Medical, the VM-DS5LSS is suited to hospital wards, operating theatres, day clinics, treatment rooms, recovery areas, and outpatient infusion suites.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | VM-DS5LSS |
| Type | Mobile IV infusion / drip stand |
| Frame Material | Brushed stainless steel |
| Base | 5-legged flat square tube |
| Height Adjustment | T-clamp T-hook fastener |
| Hooks | 2 |
| Suitable Environments | Wards, theatres, treatment rooms, procedure rooms, day clinics |
