Carts

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Guaranteed: 87,600 hours of constant use…and then some

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Herman Miller for Healthcare takes a research-based,problem-solving approach to the needs of healthcare professionals and the facilities in which they work.The goal: solve our customers’ problems betterthan anyone else.

Take our storage and transport carts. We knew thatmetal cases couldn’t withstand years of use—atleast without showing signs of wear, like scratches,dents, and rust spots. We suspected that healthcarestaff didn’t like meeting up with sharp corners ornavigating poorly aligned and heavy carts downcrowded hallways or in and out of elevators. Weknew that accessible and cleanable surfaces were

essential to controlling infection. And we believedthat interchangeable components made a lot ofsense, that a modular carts system could save timeand money and improve efficiency and productivity.

We took those ideas and created the comprehensivecarts offering you see on these pages.

The breadth of our offering supports work flow andprocess needs, moving with you from central storageareas to treatment rooms. Whether it is a crash cart, a utility cart, or a med/surg supply cart, we guarantee you value, lasting looks, durability, and workhorseperformance.

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A family of carts:A solid advantage in every one

Procedure/Supply Carts L Carts

Lockers Mobile Technology Carts

ModularityA modular system of carts means that sizes areuniversal and that drawers and accessories areinterchangeable. What this delivers to you is a flexible and adaptable solution that expandsyour storage and transport capabilities.

Create the function you need with a specificcombination of interior components andaccessories. Recreate new functionality orstyles by exchanging components. Universallyspaced slots within the cart bodies accept thesame drawers, shelves, and accessories acrossthe entire offering. Components even extend touse with Herman Miller for Healthcare’s broaderoffering of clinical furnishings.

Standard cart sizes are 20 and 24 inches wide(and double wide) and 36, 42, and 72 incheshigh, giving you options for targeted functionsor high-capacity storage. We also make carts in additional heights and configurations for customers’ special requests.

ValueOur generous 10-year, 24/7 warranty, whichincludes the cost of labor and materials,strengthens the value of your initial cart purchase. Mobile technology carts are coveredfor five years. Long-term value also means that the components you purchase can be targeted to exactly the purpose you need nowand adapted to new uses in the future.

DurabilityAll of our carts are made of highly durable,impact-resistant plastic. Color is integrated into the plastic, as well, so there is no colorchipping, even if surfaces are scratched. Theresult: a product that keeps up appearances.

Drawers extend fully without wobbling orfalling, increasing the efficiency of stocking and restocking. Tops are sturdy, built as part of the cart—not a slip-on addition.

Our test lab technicians put carts through rigoroustests, simulating the conditions of a fast-pacedhospital environment, making sure they’ll standup to your real-world use. We try tipping them,pushing them into walls at high speeds, loadingthem to capacity and then making sure drawerswon’t fall out, testing surface strength, locks,casters—and a lot more. Rest assured: Your cartis ready for a workout.

Cleanability and infection controlAll interior components and accessories can be removed from the cart body, making everysurface—inside and out—accessible forcleaning. Surfaces can be washed without danger of rusting or surface damage.

Enclosed cart bodies and drawers protect supplies from contamination by dust or debris,avoiding the risk of exposure common instamped and perforated metal cases. Nothingfrom the outside of the body to the insidecontents is unnecessarily exposed.

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Ergonomic design Ergonomic design, including rounded cornersand a softer surface material than metal, addup to a user-friendly design. Thoughtful designdetails include edges and pulls that are smoothand sturdy. The cart’s lighter weight and sturdycasters ease mobility and movement over doorand elevator thresholds and when quick responseis essential.

SecurityYou can specify carts with several lock options.Carts can be ordered with lockable doors andkeyed or keyless entry. Lockers come with solidor clear tambour doors that maximize the efficiency of interior storage space and alsokeep supplies fully secure. In addition, drawerscan also be locked, adding another level ofsecurity if needed. Our high-security locks areissued with key sets that can’t be copied.

ServiceThe advantages of our carts extend beyond theproduct itself. Our Herman Miller for Healthcareclinical consultants and designers are expertsat analyzing work process, function, and storageand transport flow. They will work with yourstaff and facility planners to determine optimallayouts and product configurations.

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Procedure/Supply Carts:Breadth of applications, targeted functions

Procedure/Supply Carts

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Organized for mobilityDon’t let cart design slow down your work. Ourdrawer organizer system lets you remove theindividual bins and supplies you need and takethem to where you are working.

Patient focusedEfficiently move patient-specific supplies frompharmacy or central supply areas to patientfloors and rooms.

Comforting colorsWelcome patients and families into comfortableand residential feeling environments. Our cart palette gives you many colors from which to choose.

The right combinationsCombine drawers and shelves in a number of ways to efficiently organize large and small supplies. An extra-wide cast cart services emergency departments with room for orthopedic supplies.

Beyond the specific procedures that carts andcomponents address, the variety of procedure/supply carts gives you options to match thecapacity, supply, and work flow that make the mostsense for your care and delivery processes.

We also offer a cart that gives you access todrawers and contents from front or back.

Security matters when it comes to cart contents.Our lock options offer you assurance that suppliesare intact. Procedure/supply carts are availablewith keyless or keyed entry, tamper indicators, wall locks, and lockable doors. Carts with lock barslock automatically when closed. Keyless optionsinclude an alarm that sounds if the lock bar isn’tshut completely.

Plenty of roomEach catheter rack slide includes prongs, sidelabel clips, and front label holders. An extra-wide cart provides room for both catheter racksand supply storage.

Smart designRaised edges on the surface, a keyboard shelf,front access door, and ventilated CPU storageare included. The monitor support includes a height- and angle-adjustable monitor armand platform.

Added securityCarts can be specified with lockable doors forareas where contamination or added securityis a factor. Clear doors provide an option forquickly identifying contents.

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Delivering medicationTransport carts should improve on your system ofsupply organization and delivery. Our extra-widecart is a mini-pharmacy on wheels. Medicationscan be delivered to specific floors or departmentsfor stocking medication carts. A number of lockoptions keeps medications secure.

Procedure/Supply Carts:

Information access An elevated defibrillator platform pivots to giveyou 360-degree visual access to the display.The raised platform keeps the defibrillator clear,frees up cart surface, and doesn’t block accessto drawer contents.

Door and interior options When security isn’t an issue, curtain doors will keep supplies clean without adding weight. Wire and solid shelves provide options as does our variety of drawer, shelf, and organizer components.

Storage and retrieval space Extra-wide carts offer plenty of open space forstorage and retrieval of large instruments orsupplies or interior configurations that combinedrawers and shelves for smaller items.

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Caregiver focused Additional overhead storage speeds up workflowby placing supplies at eye level, where they arereadily available.

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L Carts:High utility, high mobility

L Carts

Coordinated aestheticsGeneral use carts can carry the palette or aestheticof a clinical area of department.

No interference Specially designed cart won’t interfere withmagnetic imaging.

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L Carts provide general-purpose transport with aspace-saving footprint that delivers easy mobilityand efficient storage. Utility carts seldom standstill, and the durability of the materials, the qualityof the casters, and the practicality of the designhold up to the miles traveled and supplies delivereddaily. L Carts can be cleaned in a cart washer.Tamper indicators are an option for secure storage.

L Carts can be outfitted with C frames, which hookonto the cart to hold drawers and tray/shelves.Counter tops also attach to C frames, creatinginstant—and sturdy—surfaces.

Drawer options Drawers quickly transform a utility cart todeliver smaller supplies. Drawer sizes furtherrefine the function, including options fortriage areas.

Quick-change componentsC frames and counter tops snap into one of fourcart slots, so you can quickly rearrange or removecomponents to accommodate the equipment orboxes you are transporting and then change againfor the next delivery.

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Lockers:High capacity, efficient footprint

Lockers

Rack optionsOptions include three- or four-slide catheterracks. Each slide includes prongs, side labelclips, and front label holders.

Visual accessA clear door gives staff a quick way to identifyinterior contents. Drawer labels can provide avisual reference.

Space efficiencySmart use of vertical space is made possiblewith simple customization of interiors created with combinations of drawers, shelves,and dividers.

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Lockers take advantage of vertical space for high-capacity mobile storage that maintains a smallfootprint. Tambour doors keep supplies secure and clean without compromising interior storage or floor space. Solid-colored and clear doors areoptions. Lockers can be cleaned in a cart washer.

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Mobile Technology Carts:Information access, ergonomic advantages

Mobile Technology Carts

Laptop readyLaptop version does double duty with a worksurface that also locks the laptop into place.Raised edge keeps items from rolling off cart.

Flat panel supportFlat-panel version includes monitor arm thatswivels, tilts, and adjusts in height. Ergonomicfeatures include easy height adjustability andpalm support.

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Sit or stand Carts can be adjusted in height for sit-downwork in a caregiver area and for stand-upwork at the patient’s bedside.

Support digital charting and registration at the bedside with our mobile technology carts. Theirmaneuverability eases travel and the transfer ofinformation between caregiver work areas andpatient rooms.

Mobile technology carts are available for laptops or monitors/CPUs, giving you the right choice for your technology. Ergonomic features include a sit-to-stand 18-inch height range with a simple

adjustment mechanism, palm support, and excellentmaneuverability. A practical, efficient design includesa retractable mouse pad and components that attachbelow and at the work surface to give you optionsfor where and how you want to access supplies.

Practical:Components create—and recreate—the cart you need

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Look carefully at these drawers. No sharp corners,no perforations, and a full-length, comfortablefront pull. Every inch can be reached for washing.Colors are integral to the material, not paintedonto the surface.

Full-extension drawer slides give you easy accessto contents, yet drawers can still be completelyremoved. Another option: drawer stops that prevent the drawer from falling out, yet can beremoved with a simple lift-and-pull for easyrestocking and thorough cleaning. And sincedrawers are interchangeable among storage andtransport products, contents can be packaged and stored in sterile environments and then transferred when needed—particularly valuablefor prestocking emergency and anesthesia carts.

Drawers come with or without locks and with and without lids and lockable lids, to match exactly your level of security. We offer clear andsolid-colored lids and frosted covers.

Drawer dividers and subcontainers can be orderedin a number of kit configurations. Subcontainerscan also be hung on the sides of lockers. Kits can be removed from the drawer for cleaning,reorganizing, and restocking.

Carts are available in 4 colors and drawers in all 15 colors, offering a full palette of bright accents,warm and cool tones, and neutrals.

Drawers

5E Aquamarine

LT Light Tone

HF Inner Tone Light

3B Beachglass

DA Deep Blue

5B Java

2B Juniper

1B Khaki

6F Midnight

4B Plum

LU Soft White

ZP Terra Cotta

VR Vivid Red

WN Wm Grey Neutral

YT Yellow

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Modular components can be interchanged amongyour storage and transport products. Drawers,shelves, and drawer organizers can be specified in anearly infinite number of combinations to serve yourcurrent needs. And as your requirements change,you’ll have the flexibility to reconfigure and reusecomponents in another way, simply and withouttools—and without adding to a store of inventory.This adds up to less waste and an improved ROI.

Several types of shelves are also available forcarts and lockers. Wire or solid shelves giveyou logical options for the type of supply orequipment. Solid shelves are reversible, givingyou a flat surface on one side and a raised-edgesurface on the other. L Cart shelves have araised edge. A keyboard shelf and wire shelfdividers are available for procedure/supply carts.

Identify and organize individualized patientsupplies using prestocked cassettes that are interchangeable with carts and lockers.Cassettes include bins with dividers and label clips.

Shelves Cassettes

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Functional: Accessories complete the cart that suits your work

Above-cart shelf

Sharps container holder

Bar code scanner holder

Flip-up shelfCord wrap Glove box holder

4-outlet electrical strip

Fogarty catheter rack

Supply basket Suture basket

Cable management holder

Rail clamp

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Our carts are designed to improve your productivityand comfort. Accessories for procedure/supplycarts can be placed at various heights and anglesabove or below the cart surface, giving you thechoice of where to locate supplies—and then toreadjust when you require something else.

Some accessories attach firmly to a rail and can beremoved quickly for cleaning or supply replacement.Among your options: a suture basket that lets youpull out individual suture packs from a box without

having to remove the entire box, and a rail clampthat lets you attach your specific equipment to a cart.

Several accessories are available for the mobilecomputer cart.

Cardiac board

Power distribution strip

Chart holder

Tilt-out storage bin Utility hook

Coiled power cord

Utility basket

Chest tube rack

IV pole Monitor arm Oxygen tank holder

Wastebasket

For more information about our products and services or to see a list of dealers, please visit usat www.HermanMiller.com/healthcare or call (800) 851 1196.© 2007 Herman Miller, Inc., Zeeland, Michigan Printed in USA on recycled paper with soy-based inks M.HC230® l, Herman Miller for Healthcare are among the registered trademarks of Herman Miller, Inc.

lc Every clinical area within your healthcare facility canbe outfitted with the right cart for the right purpose.When paired with our healthcare products, storageand transport carts complete all your applications.