Shower Buddy – Transit Chair SB1

The ShowerBuddy SB1 shower transfer system will turn your existing bathroom into an accessible bathroom allowing you to enjoy showering again without the excessive cost, delays and stress of a full bathroom remodel. The ShowerBuddy SB1 was designed to offer complete shower and toilet use for individuals with mobility requirements – all without making a single change to existing bathroom fixtures. In just under an hour of setup and configuration, the ShowerBuddy SB1 allows for transfer in and out of a step in shower unit, and position over a standard toilet.

The ShowerBuddy SB1 is the perfect accompaniment for family members or caregivers who support a person with mobility needs, with a transfer system that removes the need for heavy lifting at shower times. With its aluminium and stainless construction along with a patented chair and bridge design, a ShowerBuddy SB1 provides reliable function, day in, day out.

Features:

• Rolls over most standard toilets
• Low maintenance
• Arms – fixed height
• Adjustable footrests – removable/ lockable/ flip-back
• Height Adjustable
• Safety mechanisms
• No rust aluminium frame (Grade 6061 T6)
• Stainless steel parts and hardware (Grade 304)
• Rotates 360 degrees inside the shower (subject to space)
• Footrest – fold up
• Safety Belts – lap and chest belts
• Castor wheels – 125mm, 4 x locking
• Commode system
• Tool free assembly

Technical Specifications:

• Maximum User Weight: 250kg
• Chair Width – over castor wheels – 520mm
• Chair Width – over arms – 570mm
• Chair Width – inside arms – 475mm
• Chair Length – including footrest – 960mm
• Backrest Width – 460mm
• Backrest Height from cushion to top – 440mm
• Toilet Height Clearance (maximum) – 510mm
• Toilet Width Clearance at narrowest – 295mm (centre of track, approx 200mm above floor)
• Toilet clearance can depend upon the shape of the toilet pan
• Bridge Length (Standard) – 405mm
• Seat Cushion Dimensions – 460mm (W) x 430mm (D)
• Seat Height from floor – 550mm to 675mm (adjustable)
• Seat Cushion Opening –  175mm (W) x 335mm (L)
• Shower Base Unit dimensions – 5000mm x 455mm