A transport wheelchair is different from standard wheelchair in that in hospital transport wheelchair, instead of large rear wheels, all four wheels are of the smaller 'caster' type. Hospital transport wheelchair is also known as travel or companion wheelchair and is usually pushed by someone from behind the chair. Transport wheelchairs cannot be propelled by the user. The user cannot propel a hospital transport wheelchair unless he moves with his feet against the ground.

Product Description

• Tubular frame of Transport wheelchair made of
  • Iron Steel
  • ERW Steel
  • Carbon Steel
  • Galvanized Steel
  • Aluminum
  
  
  
• The metallic frame of transport wheelchair is painted or powder coated which are of various types like epoxy coating, nylon coating, polyester coating, chrome plated etc.
  
  
• The transport wheelchair frame comes in various colors preferably black.
  
  
• The seat and back of transport wheelchairs are available with padded upholstery, the covering can be ranging from cloth to new synthetic fabrics to leather, rexine, nylon etc.
  
  
• The arm rests of transport wheelchair are fixed or removable.
  
  
• The foot rests of transport wheelchair are also fixed or removable.
  
  
• The weight of the companion wheelchair varies. The lighter the companion wheelchair, the easier it is for a user to push uphill. It also become easier for a companion to lift up stairs or place in a car trunk.
  
  
• Weight capacity of transport wheelchair also varies. A standard wheelchair has a weight capacity of 250 to 280 pounds.
  
  
• Some hospital transport wheelchairs can also be folded.
  
  
• Wheel locks or brakes are available in several different designs, and can be mounted at various heights to maximize convenience to the user in transport wheelchair.