Platinum PLI-3 3 Section Couch

The Plinth Medical Platinum 3 Section Couch (Model 94 PLI-3) is a premium, electrically operated medical examination and treatment couch designed for hospitals, outpatient departments, specialist clinics and professional healthcare environments.

Featuring an advanced electric dual-column lifting system, the Platinum 3 Section Couch provides powered adjustment of the couch height, backrest, foot section and two-way tilt. This allows healthcare professionals to position patients for a wide range of examinations, minor treatment procedures and clinical assessments. The versatile three-section design supports seated, prone and supine patient positioning, making the couch particularly suitable for departments requiring greater positioning flexibility than a conventional two-section examination couch.

With a substantial 250 kg safe working load and lifting capacity, integrated battery backup, electric CPR positioning, Return-to-Zero functionality and a Recovery preset, the Platinum 3 Section Couch combines patient comfort with practical clinical functionality. Additional features include 70 mm comfort foam, antimicrobial vinyl upholstery, large 125 mm central-locking castors, accessory mounting rails and a protective base shroud. 

Designed and manufactured in the UK, the Platinum 3 Section Couch offers a sophisticated solution for healthcare providers requiring an electrically adjustable examination couch with advanced positioning capabilities.

Advanced Electric Patient Positioning

The Platinum 3 Section Couch features powered positioning functions designed to help healthcare professionals adjust the couch without manually lifting the backrest or foot section. Electric controls operate:

• Couch height
• Backrest angle
• Foot section angle
• Two-way couch tilt
• CPR positioning
• Return-to-Zero positioning
• Recovery preset positioning

These functions make the couch particularly useful where patients need to be repositioned during examinations or minor treatment procedures.

Electric Dual-Column Vertical Lift

The Platinum 3 Section Couch uses an electric dual-column vertical lifting mechanism. Unlike some conventional examination couches that move through an arcing lifting action, the dual-column design raises and lowers the patient-support surface vertically.

This can be particularly beneficial in clinical environments where available floor space is restricted or where equipment needs to remain positioned close to surrounding furniture.

The electric height adjustment range is approximately 52–92 cm height adjustment This allows the examination surface to be lowered for suitable patient access and raised to a more convenient working height for clinical staff.

Three-Section Examination Surface

The couch features a multi-positional three-section patient-support surface. The sections allow patients to be positioned for a variety of clinical activities, including:

• Seated examinations
• Reclined examinations
• Supine examinations
• Prone examinations
• General outpatient procedures
• Selected minor treatment procedures
• Clinical assessments

The additional foot section provides greater positioning flexibility than a conventional two-section examination couch.

Electrically Adjustable Backrest

The electrically operated backrest allows healthcare professionals to change the patient's upper-body position using powered adjustment. This is particularly useful when moving between lying and seated examination positions. It can help reduce the need for staff to manually support or reposition the patient's upper body during routine couch adjustments.

Electrically Adjustable Foot Section

The Platinum 3 Section Couch also features an electrically adjustable foot section. This allows the lower section of the couch to be repositioned independently as part of the overall three-section configuration. The combination of electric backrest and foot-section adjustment supports a variety of examination and treatment positions.

Electric Two-Way Tilt

The Platinum 3 Section Couch includes powered two-way tilt, with tilt capability to approximately -20°. This provides additional positioning flexibility for appropriate clinical procedures and patient-care requirements. The use of tilt positions should always be determined by a suitably trained healthcare professional according to the patient's condition and the procedure being undertaken.

Electric CPR Positioning

The couch incorporates an electric CPR positioning function. This provides a dedicated control function for returning the couch towards an appropriate emergency positioning configuration. Healthcare staff should be familiar with the couch controls and local emergency procedures before clinical use.

Return-to-Zero Function

The Return-to-Zero (RTZ) function provides a convenient way to return the couch to its designated neutral position. This can help simplify repositioning between examinations and reduce the need to adjust individual sections separately.

Recovery Preset Position

The Platinum 3 Section Couch also includes a Recovery preset position. This provides an additional preconfigured positioning function for appropriate clinical use. The suitability of any preset position should be assessed according to the patient's needs and the healthcare professional's clinical judgement.

Integrated Battery Backup

A battery backup facility is supplied as part of the Platinum 3 Section Couch specification. This provides an additional power source for the couch's electric functions when mains power is unavailable, subject to battery condition and the manufacturer's operating instructions. Battery backup is particularly useful in professional healthcare environments where continuity of essential positioning functions is important.

250 kg Safe Working Load

The Platinum 3 Section Couch has a maximum safe working load and lifting capacity of 250 kg (Approximately 39 stone / 551 lb). This substantial lifting capacity makes the couch suitable for a broad range of adult patients within the manufacturer's specified operating limits. The safe working load must not be exceeded, and appropriate patient handling and risk assessment procedures should always be followed.

Extra-Thick 70 mm Comfort Foam

Patient comfort is supported by 70 mm thick cushioning foam. This provides a substantial padded surface for patients undergoing examinations or treatment procedures. The thicker cushioning may be particularly beneficial during procedures where the patient needs to remain on the couch for an extended period.

Hardwearing Antimicrobial Vinyl Upholstery

The couch is upholstered in durable antimicrobial vinyl, selected for use in professional healthcare environments. The upholstery provides a practical patient-contact surface that can be cleaned according to the manufacturer's recommended procedures. Antimicrobial upholstery supports the couch's suitability for clinical environments but does not replace routine cleaning and infection-prevention measures.

Large 125 mm Central-Locking Castors

The Platinum 3 Section Couch features large 125 mm castors with a central locking and steering system. This allows the couch to be repositioned within suitable clinical environments when required. The central locking mechanism helps secure the couch in position during examinations and treatments. The steering facility supports controlled manoeuvring when moving the couch.

Protective Base Shroud

A heavy-duty protective base shroud is fitted as standard. This provides a protective covering around the lower structure and contributes to the couch's professional appearance. The base shroud is designed to be straightforward to clean, helping support hygiene procedures within the clinical environment.

130 mm Hoist Clearance

The couch provides approximately 130 mm of clearance beneath the frame. This may help accommodate compatible mobile patient hoists during assisted transfers. Compatibility must be checked against the dimensions of the specific hoist, including its base, legs and castors.

DIN Rails for Accessories

The Platinum 3 Section Couch incorporates DIN accessory rails. These provide mounting points for compatible clinical accessories, allowing the couch to be adapted to different examination and treatment requirements. Only accessories approved as compatible with the couch should be fitted.

Optional Accessories

• An optional breathing hole can be specified. This may be useful for procedures requiring the patient to lie in a prone position. The breathing hole is an optional feature rather than a standard inclusion.
• A paper roll holder is available as an accessory. This allows compatible disposable couch paper to be positioned conveniently for use during examinations. Disposable couch paper can help protect the upholstery during routine clinical procedures but does not replace cleaning between patients.
• Optional side security rails are available. These can provide additional patient support or protection where appropriate to the intended clinical application. The suitability of side rails should be determined through individual patient assessment and local clinical procedures.
• Padded side security rails are also available. These provide an alternative accessory configuration where additional padding is desirable.
• A compatible D Cushion is available as an accessory. This can provide additional support or positioning options for appropriate clinical applications.

Designed and Manufactured in the UK

The Platinum 3 Section Couch is designed and manufactured in the United Kingdom. It is part of Plinth Medical's professional examination and treatment couch range.

Suitable for Hospitals and Specialist Clinical Environments

The Platinum 3 Section Couch is suitable for a wide range of professional healthcare applications, including general examinations and selected minor treatment procedures. Potential settings include hospital outpatient departments, specialist examination rooms, private medical clinics, assessment departments and other clinical environments requiring electrically adjustable patient positioning. Its three-section design is particularly useful where patients need to be examined in seated, prone or supine positions.

Key features

• 250 kg safe working load and lifting capacity
• Three-section examination and treatment surface
• Electric dual-column vertical lifting system
• Electric height adjustment from approximately 52–92 cm
• Electrically adjustable backrest and foot section
• Backrest and foot-section adjustment from approximately -20° to +85°
• Powered two-way tilt to -20°
• Electric CPR positioning
• Automatic Return-to-Zero (RTZ)
• Patient Recovery preset position
• Integrated battery backup

Specification

• Number of sections 3
• Overall length Approx. 200 cm
• Overall width Approx. 63 cm
• Minimum height Approx. 52 cm
• Maximum height Approx. 92 cm
• Safe working load 250 kg / approx. 39 stone
• Lifting capacity 250 kg
• Height adjustment Electric dual-column vertical lift
• Backrest adjustment Electric, approx. -20° to +85°
• Foot section adjustment Electric, approx. -20° to +85°
• Tilt Electric two-way tilt to -20°
• CPR function Electric
• Return-to-Zero Electric preset
• Recovery position Electric preset
• Battery backup Standard
• Foam thickness 70 mm
• Upholstery Antimicrobial vinyl
• Castor diameter 125 mm
• Castor system Central locking with steering
• Hoist clearance Approx. 130 mm