Introducing the Kera Sit2Sit Hoist
Introducing the Kera Sit2Sit Hoist: A New Era in Safe and Dignified Transfers
Moving from one seat to another can become one of the biggest daily challenges for people living with reduced mobility, neurological conditions, or progressive illnesses. Traditionally, individuals who can no longer stand independently often progress from standing aids to full sling hoists, bringing with it longer transfer times and increased dependence on caregivers.
Today, we’re excited to introduce the Kera Sit2Sit Hoist, an innovative transfer solution designed to bridge that gap and help people maintain comfort, dignity, and independence for longer A Completely New Category of Hoist
The Kera Sit2Sit is not simply another standing aid or sling hoist. It represents an entirely new approach to seated transfers.
Unlike traditional transfer solutions that often require a sling to be positioned underneath the user, the Kera Sit2Sit enables a single caregiver to transfer an individual quickly and safely between seats without fitting a sling beneath them. This can significantly reduce transfer complexity while improving comfort and convenience for both users and carers
Innovative Design That Changes What’s Possible
At the heart of the Kera Sit2Sit is its patented chest pad and backstrap system. This unique combination supports the user securely through the upper body, placing them in a stable forward position during transfer. Importantly, users do not need standing strength, strong grip, or excellent balance to use the system effectively.
The design also features:
- Moving knee supports that help reduce pressure on the knees during lifting.
- Assistance with repositioning users deeper into a chair after a transfer
- Manual operation with no electrical components, eliminating charging requirements and simplifying maintenance
- A lightweight, manoeuvrable frame that can be easily stored or transported. Supporting Independence for Longer
One of the most significant benefits of the Kera Sit2Sit is its ability to delay the need for a full sling hoist in some situations. It can serve as a progression from standing transfer aids while continuing to support users whose balance, grip strength, or standing ability have declined.
This makes the Kera particularly valuable for individuals living with conditions such as:
- Motor Neurone Disease (MND)
- Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Stroke-related mobility limitations
- Spinal injuries
- Amputations
The system has already demonstrated its effectiveness across a wide range of mobility challenges
Designed for Everyday Living
Practicality is central to the Kera’s design.
With a compact footprint, the hoist can fit through doorways as narrow as 610mm and around chairs up to 800mm wide, making it suitable for many home environments. It is available in multiple configurations, including low and high models with safe working loads of up to 120kg (18.9 stone), allowing users and caregivers to select the setup that best meets their individual needs
Real-Life Impact: Steve’s Story
The true value of mobility equipment is measured in the lives it improves.
Steve, who lives with MND, relies on support from caregivers throughout his daily routine. For Steve, the Kera Sit2Sit offers a practical alternative to progressing immediately to a full hoist system. More importantly, it helps him continue doing the things he enjoys.
The Kera enables Steve to transfer onto his mobility scooter with greater ease, helping him maintain a sense of freedom, independence, and connection to his community. His experience highlights how the right equipment can make a meaningful difference to quality of life.
Looking Ahead
The launch of the Kera Sit2Sit Hoist marks an important step forward in transfer technology. By providing a safe, comfortable, and efficient alternative between standing aids and traditional sling hoists, it offers users the opportunity to maintain dignity, independence, and confidence for longer.
For healthcare professionals, caregivers, and families seeking innovative transfer solutions, the Kera Sit2Sit is more than just a new piece of equipment. It’s a new way of thinking about mobility support and person-centred care.
Discover how the Kera Sit2Sit could transform everyday transfers and help people stay active, engaged, and independent for longer.