Abstract:
A mattress retention system for adjustable beds employs a tubular fabric tension web (16) attached with a restraining bar (17) to a top surface of an element of an articulating support structure (12). The restraining bar is secured with brackets (18) inset from a longitudinal edge and lateral edges of the articulating support structure element.
Abstract:
A cover assembly for a mattress is provided that includes a first cover and a second cover, The first cover includes a top panel, a bottom panel, and a continuous side panel collective!}' defining a cavity for enclosing the mattress. The second cover includes a top surface and a bottom surface, with the second cover being positioned over and dimensionally-sized to cover at least the top panel of the first cover. A fastener then connects the second cover to the first cover along the perimeter of the second cover. Methods tor marking a mattress are also provided that include the step of marking an indicia indicative of a characteristic of a mattress on the top surface of the second cover of the cover assembly.
Abstract:
A mattress assembly includes a foundation that defines first and second axes oriented along the length and the width of the foundation, respectively. The mattress assembly further includes a mattress supported atop the foundation and means for securing the mattress to the foundation to inhibit sliding movement of the mattress relative to the foundation along at least one of the first and second axes.
Abstract:
A mattress cove rassembly (1), for use with a mattress(4) supported upon an adjustable foundation (8) having at least one movable frame portion, includes a cover in which the mattress is at least partially positionable. The cover (1) has a head portion (56) coinciding with ahead (64) of the mattress and afoot portion(60)coinciding with afoot (68)of the mattress. The mattress cover assembly also includes a pocket (92, 100) located at one of the head portion (56) and the foot portion (60) of the cover(1). A first movable frame portion of the adjustable foundation is at least partially receivable in the pocket for securing the one of the head portion(56)and the foot portion (60) of the cover to the first movable frame portion.
Abstract:
A mattress buckle for securing the position of a mattress (22) on the base (16) of an adjustable bed (10). The mattress comprises one of a pair of male and female elements of the buckle (12) secured to an upper surface of the bed base (16) and the other of the pair of male and female elements of the buckle (12) secured to the underside of the mattress (22). When these elements of the buckle are interlocked in snap-fit engagement, the mattress is constrained against movement on the base as the adjustable panels of the bed base are articulated relative to one another through various positions of adjustment.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a foam-based cushion (1, 16) for use in the medical field, e.g. in operating rooms, which is designed for diverting electric charges. The inventive cushion (1, 16) comprises an outer envelope (3, 18) made of electrically conductive material, a seam (8) for connecting associated edge regions (9) of the envelope (3, 18) and/or an anchoring recess (24) for anchoring the cushion (16) on a cam. The aim of the invention is to reliably discharge electric charges and/or to improve the anchoring. To this end, the seam (8) is only running at least partly around while the envelope (3) is designed as a continuous piece in the remaining area and/or the anchoring recess (24) is created by means of an insertion piece (26).
Abstract:
A retainer bar is provided that includes a cross segment, vertical legs extending downwardly from the cross segment, and a riser segment extending from each of the at least two vertical legs. Upon connecting the riser segment to a base, each riser segment defines a gap between a proximal portion of the riser segment extending from the vertical legs and the base. A mattress cover is also provided that includes one or more pockets positioned on the peripheral sidewall of the mattress cover with each of the one or more pockets having an open end and defining a cavity for receiving a retainer bar through the open end. An adjustable bed assembly that includes the retainer bar connected to an adjustable base and the mattress cover surround a mattress positioned atop the adjustable base are also provided.
Abstract:
A mattress retention assembly includes a mattress retainer system for retaining a mattress in place supported by an adjustable platform assembly and a mattress retainer system that includes mattress retainer bars. The mattress retainer system is attached to the adjustable platform assembly. In order to secure the mattress relative to the adjustable platform assembly, one or more mattress retainer bars for the head and foot of the bed along with the comers of the bed are provided. The mattress retainer bars are movable or removable to allow the mattress retainer bars to be positioned flush or below the top surface of the adjustable platform assembly to enable easy and convenient rotation, maneuverability, or otherwise sliding of the mattress relative to the platform. After the mattress is rotated, maneuvered, or slid, the mattress retainer is re-positioned to restrain movement of the mattress with respect to the adjustable platform assembly.
Abstract:
An exemplary bed assembly is provided that includes an alignment system for aligning a mattress assembly on a foundation. An alignment member has two curved ends and an elongated center segment, the elongated center segment positioned between the two curved ends and having a length sufficient to span the width of a mattress. A bracket engages the two curved ends of the alignment member and is secured to the foundation.
Abstract:
The systems and methods described herein include a shell that fits around the mattress of an adjustable bed. The shell may help cover unsightly pivot joints and motors that are part of the adjustable bed. The shell may help hold the mattress in place during the operation of the adjustable bed, or when a user exits or enters the bed. The shell may further help keep the shape of the mattress and prevent the mattress from sagging with time and use. Additionally, the systems and methods described herein include for providing additional features in the shell. Such features may help the user be more comfortable in the adjustable bed, and improve the user's quality of life. These features may be especially useful for patients confined an adjustable bed for prolonged periods of time, such as in a hospital or elderly home care.