Geemarc Amplicall PSA100 Pressure Sensor Mat and Alarm Set
Pressure sensor mats are the best way to ensure rapid, proper fall management. The Geemarc Amplicall PSA100 Pressure Sensor Mat and Alarm Set keeps patients and generally vulnerable people from falls and wondering, using a simple mat and alerting system to get the attention of carers as quickly as possible. Using a pressure on system, this set is perfect for use at home, or in professional spaces where health and safety are a number one priority.
What's Included?
- 1 x Receiver
- 1 x Transmitter
- 1 x Mat
Key Benefits
- Handy set of receiver, transmitter and mat allows for immediate use
- Can be used in a wide range of environments for diversity and convenience
- Enhances safety of patients in professional and home environments
- Intuitive design makes lives easier for carers, allowing effective fall management
- Can be used on a range of patients and people, from toddlers to elderly individuals
- Receiver:
- Extra loud volume (85dB) settings enhance patient safety and are ideal for use by hard of hearing carers
- 70dB - 85dB volume settings are adjustable for larger or smaller spaces (such as at home, or in a large hospital)
- Flashing design gives audio and visual warnings when patients have fallen, ideal for hard of hearing carers
- Low battery receiver alarm ensures round-the-clock safety for patients and convenience for carers
- 30 metre maximum distance between receiver and transmitter restores normality, keeping patients happy
- Transmitter:
- Lightweight design (13g) can be easily carried for convenience and ease of use by carers
- Autonomy of ten months (assuming pressure is applied about 30 times a day on average), for a long lasting device
- Mat:
- PVC plastic mat can be wiped clean in the case of spillages, ideal for high traffic areas such as in care homes
- Mat is thin and can be hidden under rugs or carpets for less compliant patients
How Does this Set Assist with Fall Management?
This set works using three components, including a receiver, transmitter and mat. When a patient applies pressure to the mat by stepping, tripping, or falling onto it, the mat (which is equipped with sensors and a signal transmitter), detects that pressure is being applied. This then sends a signal to the receiver that starts ringing and flashing, alerting care professionals for the quickest possible fall management.
The PSA100 can be used in a number of situations for convenience and versatility
Where Are Pressure Sensor Sets Needed?
This set is ideal for use in a range of environments where people or patients are vulnerable to wandering. Some examples of this include:
- Hospitals and medical facilities: where patients are vulnerable to slips, trips and falls and onto the floor.
- Care environments: where patients might suffer from psychological or neurological issues causing them to wander.
- Home: where patients who might be over confident in their walking abilities need an alerting system for live-in carers.
What Health Conditions Require a Pressure Mat?
A number of health conditions necessitate a fall mat. Some examples include:
Mental Health Sufferers
Individuals suffering from psychological issues might require an alarm system to prevent accidents, since this allows carers to act quickly to manage falls or prevent wandering into more dangerous environments, such as onto a busy road, or other hazardous spaces. Many psychological issues increase likelihood of wandering, with examples including:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Confusion
- Paranoia
- Psychosis
Neurologically Divergent People
Many people with a reduced position sense are susceptible to head injuries caused by falling. Fall alarms allow for brisk fall management to prevent severe injury. Some examples of neurological disorders requiring fall prevention kits include:
- Epilepsy
- Parkinson's disease
General Health Issues
A number of people who might otherwise be considered at risk of wandering might require fall detection due to more specific, general health conditions, such as:
- Arrhythmia
- Low blood pressure
- Vision defects
Who Else Benefits from Fall Mats?
There are other reasons someone might need a fall pressure mat that are not related to specific health concerns. Keep reading for more examples below.
Other Factors
There are various factors why someone should use a fall safety matt that aren't related to health conditions at all. Instead, many individuals might be at increased risk of falls due to environmental and general factors, namely:
- Poor lighting
- Use of a walking stick or mobility aid
- A history of falls
Babies and Young Children
Infants specifically need protection from walking off into dangerous spaces. This alarm set is ideal for use for parents or carers to monitor their children's whereabouts and activity levels, for protection against injuries and wandering.
Old People
Many older individuals have an overconfident understanding of their physical capabilities. Weak and frail patients are significantly more likely to experience falls, making fall alarm sets an essential piece of equipment in environments like care homes and hospitals. In addition, elderly people are more likely to experience falls as a result of common age-related health conditions, including:
- Arthritis
- Weak Muscles
- Stiff joints
What Accessories Does This Set Need?
This set is complete and ready to use immediately (although please note it does not include batteries). However, you can purchase the Amplicall PSA100 Pressure Sensor Mat included in this set here, separately. Please be aware this mat does not work alone and requires a receiver and transmitter.
Technical Specifications
For more technical information on the components of this set, check out the below information:
Receiver
- Adjustable ringer volume: 85dB (HI) or 70dB (LO)
- Visual ring indicator: flash
- Power switch with 3 positions:
- ALARM: flashes and rings for 30 seconds every 10 seconds
- OFF: device is switched off
- CHIME: flashes and rings for 5 seconds every 30 seconds
- Low battery alert signal
- Distance between receiver and transmitter: maximum 30 meters
- Size of the receiver: 89 x 126mm
- Weight of the receiver: 122g
- 3 X 1.5V LR14 type batteries (not included)
- DC adaptor socket (6V DC/0.3A)
Transmitter
- Frequency: 433,92MHz
- Radio frequency power: < 250 mW
- Size of the transmitter: 65 x 34mm
- Weight of the transmitter: 13g
- 1XCR2032 type battery (not included)
- Autonomy: about 10 months (assuming pressure is applied on it 30 times every day on average)
Mat
- Size of the mat: 36 x 56cm
- Weight of the mat: 167g
- Material: PVC plastic
Additional Documentation
For more information on this set, check out the below documents:
