Linen Transport Cabinet

Praticima Linen Transport Cabinet – Mobile Hospital Clean Linen Storage Cabinet

The Praticima Linen Transport Cabinet is a robust, lightweight and manoeuvrable mobile storage solution designed for the safe and efficient transportation and distribution of clean linen in hospitals, nursing homes, residential care facilities and other professional healthcare environments.

Manufactured by Praticima, the cabinet features a durable anodised aluminium alloy structure, combining strength with practical handling for everyday linen distribution. Available in three sizes – H.120, H.150 and H.174 – the range offers a choice of storage capacities to suit different healthcare facilities and departmental requirements. The enclosed design incorporates two hinged swing doors that open to 270°, providing convenient access to the cabinet interior. Magnetic retainers hold the doors in the open position, helping staff load and unload clean linen. Removable anodised aluminium shelving allows healthcare teams to organise supplies and adapt the internal storage arrangement.

For practical mobility, the cabinet features four non-marking rubber wheels, with two fixed wheels and two swivelling wheels. The H.120 model uses 160mm wheels, while the taller H.150 and H.174 models feature larger 200mm wheels. A double lateral handle, positioned on the fixed-wheel side, provides a convenient handling point for manoeuvring the cabinet. Lower rubber bumpers help protect the cabinet and surrounding surfaces from minor contact during movement. Additional accessories, including braking systems, upper bumpers and document holders, allow the cabinet to be configured to suit individual operational requirements.

The Praticima Linen Transport Cabinet provides a practical solution for healthcare organisations seeking enclosed, mobile storage for clean linen distribution. Available from John Preston, the cabinet is suitable for hospitals, care homes and other healthcare facilities requiring durable professional linen-handling equipment. Contact John Preston for sizing advice, pricing and availability.

Key features

• Professional Praticima clean linen transport cabinet
• Designed for hospitals, nursing homes and healthcare facilities
• Three available heights: H.120, H.150 and H.174
• Strong, lightweight anodised aluminium alloy construction
• Enclosed mobile storage for clean linen
• Two hinged swing doors
• Doors open to 270°
• Magnetic door retainers hold doors open
• Removable anodised aluminium shelving
• Robust cabinet construction
• Double lateral handling grip
• Lower rubber protective bumpers
• Four non-marking rubber wheels
• Two fixed wheels and two swivelling wheels
• 160mm wheels on H.120 model
• 200mm wheels on H.150 and H.174 models
• Optional braking systems
• Optional upper protective bumpers
• Optional document holder
• Suitable for transporting clean bedding, towels and patient linen
• Designed for everyday professional healthcare use

Specification

Praticima H.120 Linen Transport Cabinet

The H.120 model provides a lower-height enclosed storage solution for healthcare departments requiring a compact mobile linen cabinet.  This model is suitable for departments requiring enclosed linen transport with a lower cabinet height.

• Overall dimensions:
  • Length: 1,230mm
  • Depth: 630mm
  • Height: 1,200mm
• Internal dimensions:
  • Length: 1,130mm
  • Depth: 550mm
  • Height: 920mm
• Storage capacity: 572 litres
• Standard shelving: One removable shelf
• Wheel diameter: 160mm
• Manufacturer reference: AE12000

Praticima H.150 Linen Transport Cabinet

The H.150 model provides increased vertical storage capacity for larger linen distribution requirements. The H.150 provides a balance between storage capacity and cabinet height.

• Overall dimensions:
  • Length: 1,230mm
  • Depth: 630mm
  • Height: 1,500mm
• Internal dimensions:
  • Length: 1,130mm
  • Depth: 550mm
  • Height: 1,175mm
• Storage capacity: 731 litres
• Standard shelving: Two removable shelves
• Wheel diameter: 200mm
• Manufacturer reference: AE12001

Praticima H.174 Linen Transport Cabinet

The H.174 model offers the largest storage capacity of the three standard cabinet sizes. This model is particularly suitable for healthcare departments requiring higher-capacity clean linen transportation.

• Overall dimensions:
  • Length: 1,230mm
  • Depth: 630mm
  • Height: 1,740mm
• Internal dimensions:
  • Length: 1,130mm
  • Depth: 550mm
  • Height: 1,420mm
• Storage capacity: 883 litres
• Standard shelving: Two removable shelves
• Wheel diameter: 200mm
• Manufacturer reference: AE12002

Designed for Clean Linen Transportation

The Praticima Linen Transport Cabinet is designed to help healthcare professionals transport and distribute clean linen between storage areas, wards and patient care departments. Its enclosed construction provides a dedicated mobile storage space for suitable linen supplies. Typical applications may include the transportation of:

• Clean bed sheets
• Pillowcases
• Towels
• Patient gowns
• Clean bedding
• Patient clothing
• Other suitable healthcare linen

The cabinet can support routine linen replenishment, ward restocking and distribution from central linen storage areas. Its enclosed design helps keep supplies contained during transport. Healthcare facilities should follow their own infection prevention and clean linen handling procedures.

Durable Anodised Aluminium Construction

The Praticima Linen Transport Cabinet is manufactured from anodised aluminium alloy. This material provides a durable construction while helping limit the weight of the cabinet compared with heavier alternatives. The manufacturer describes the range as strong, lightweight and easy to handle. Its robust construction is intended for repeated movement between healthcare departments.

Benefits of Anodised Aluminium

• Durable construction for professional use
• Relatively lightweight material
• Suitable for mobile healthcare storage equipment
• Practical for repeated linen transport
• Designed for regular handling and movement

The cabinet should be cleaned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.

Enclosed Storage with 270° Opening Doors

The cabinet features two hinged swing doors that open to 270°. This wide opening provides convenient access to the internal storage area when loading and unloading clean linen. The doors can be held open using integrated magnetic retainers. This helps prevent the doors from swinging freely during appropriate stationary loading activities.

Benefits of the Door Design

• Convenient access to stored linen
• Wide opening for loading and unloading
• Magnetic retention in the open position
• Enclosed storage during transportation
• Practical access for routine linen distribution

The standard manufacturer specification does not identify a door lock. Any locking requirement should be confirmed separately.

Removable Aluminium Shelving

The Praticima Linen Transport Cabinet includes removable anodised aluminium shelving.

The number of shelves depends on the selected cabinet height.

• H.120 Cabinet: Supplied with one removable shelf.
• H.150 Cabinet: Supplied with two removable shelves.
• H.174 Cabinet: Supplied with two removable shelves.

The removable shelving allows staff to organise different types of clean linen and adapt the storage arrangement where appropriate. This is particularly useful when transporting items of different sizes.

Four Non-Marking Rubber Wheels

The Praticima Linen Transport Cabinet features four wheels.

The standard configuration includes:

• Two fixed wheels
• Two swivelling wheels
• Non-marking rubber wheel tread

Wheel diameter depends on cabinet height.

• H.120: 160mm diameter wheels.
• H.150 and H.174: 200mm diameter wheels.

The fixed and swivelling wheel arrangement supports controlled movement through suitable indoor healthcare environments. The manufacturer's standard specification identifies the swivelling wheels as unbraked. Braking systems are available as optional accessories.

Double Lateral Handling Grip

A double lateral handle is positioned on the fixed-wheel side of the cabinet. This provides a dedicated handling point for staff moving the cabinet between care areas. An additional handle is available as an optional accessory. Staff should always use appropriate handling techniques and follow the manufacturer's loading guidance.

Lower Rubber Protective Bumpers

Lower rubber lateral bumpers are fitted as standard. These help protect the cabinet and surrounding furniture from minor contact during everyday movement. This is particularly useful in busy hospital corridors and care environments where equipment is regularly transported.

Optional Centralised Braking System

Optional braking systems are available for the Praticima Linen Transport Cabinet.

• Brake on one swivelling wheel
• Centralised braking on two swivelling wheels

The correct braking accessory should be selected according to the cabinet model and manufacturer compatibility information. A braking system is particularly useful where the cabinet needs to remain stationary during loading and unloading.

Optional Upper Protective Bumpers

Upper protective bumpers are available as an accessory. These provide additional protection around the upper part of the cabinet. Fitting upper bumpers increases the overall cabinet height by approximately 45mm.

Optional Document Holder

An optional document holder can be fitted to the cabinet. This provides a convenient location for suitable identification documents, linen distribution lists or other relevant paperwork. 

Optional Additional Handle

An additional handle can be specified for the cabinet. This provides another handling option where required by the healthcare facility.

Optional Key Lock

Praticima's clean linen product documentation lists a key locking system among the cabinet accessories. This should be treated as an optional configuration requiring confirmation of current availability and compatibility.

Suitable Healthcare Environments

The Praticima Linen Transport Cabinet is suitable for consideration in:

• NHS hospitals
• Private hospitals
• Nursing homes
• Residential care homes
• Rehabilitation centres
• Long-term care facilities
• Community healthcare facilities
• Hospital wards
• Central linen stores
• Healthcare linen distribution departments

Benefits for Healthcare Professionals

• Efficient Linen Distribution: The cabinet provides mobile enclosed storage for transporting clean linen between healthcare departments.
• Choice of Storage Capacity: Three sizes allow facilities to select a cabinet according to their storage requirements.
• Durable, Lightweight Construction: Anodised aluminium alloy provides a robust structure designed for everyday use.
• Convenient Loading and Unloading: The 270° opening doors and magnetic retainers provide practical access to stored linen.
• Flexible Storage Organisation: Removable shelves allow staff to organise different linen types.
• Practical Manoeuvrability: The fixed and swivelling wheel arrangement supports movement through suitable healthcare environments.
• Customisable Configuration: Optional braking systems, protective bumpers, document holders and handles allow facilities to tailor the cabinet to their requirements.

Available from John Preston

John Preston supplies a comprehensive range of professional healthcare furniture, medical storage solutions and hospital linen-handling equipment. The Praticima Linen Transport Cabinet offers a durable and practical solution for transporting clean linen in hospitals, nursing homes and healthcare facilities.

Available in three sizes with storage capacities of 572, 731 and 883 litres, the range combines lightweight anodised aluminium construction with enclosed storage and convenient manoeuvrability.