Radiolucent vacuum positioning mat that moulds to the patient and holds position for surgery, diagnostic imaging and rehabilitation.
Product Overview
The VM1 is a bead-filled vacuum positioning mat for immobilising canine and feline patients during surgery, diagnostic imaging and rehabilitation. The mat is shaped around the patient, then air is evacuated through the safety valve to lock the beads into a rigid, custom-fitted support.
The polyurethane exterior is radiolucent, so the patient stays positioned on the mat for ultrasound, DR, CT and MRI. Evacuation takes about 10 seconds, the formed shape holds for more than 72 hours, and two sizes — 100 × 60 cm and 60 × 40 cm — cover patients from feline to large canine. The mat is particularly suited to non-routine surgical positions such as ophthalmic procedures.
Key Features
- Custom-fit immobilisation: the mat moulds to any recumbency and locks rigid under vacuum
- Radiolucent construction: compatible with ultrasound, DR, CT and MRI positioning
- Fast set-up: safety valve evacuates the mat in about 10 seconds
- Long hold time: the formed shape is maintained for more than 72 hours
- Durable polyurethane exterior that wipes clean between patients
- Heat-insulating and heat-resistant surface
- Two sizes: 100 × 60 cm and 60 × 40 cm
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Technical Specifications
| Item | Large | Small |
|---|---|---|
| Mat Size | 100 × 60 cm | 60 × 40 cm |
| Package Size | 542 × 377 × 150 mm | 350 × 190 × 230 mm |
| Package Weight | 1.62 kg | 0.8 kg |
| Exterior Material | Polyurethane |
| Filling | Beads (particles), locked under vacuum |
| Imaging Compatibility | Radiolucent; suitable for ultrasound, DR, CT and MRI |
| Evacuation Time | Approx. 10 s |
| Shape Hold Time | More than 72 h |
| Valve | Safety valve with cover |
| Surface | Heat-insulating, heat-resistant, wipe-clean |
Clinical Applications
- Surgery: stabilises the surgical site, supports the operative field and holds non-routine positions such as those required for ophthalmic surgery
- Orthopaedics: immobilises the patient and limb for fracture management
- Diagnostic imaging: holds dorsal, lateral or oblique recumbency for ultrasound, DR, CT and MRI without positioning aids in the beam
- Rehabilitation: supports and stabilises patients with paralysis or limb dysfunction
- Suitable for canine and feline patients
Workflow & Operating Notes
- Inspect the mat before use, lay it on a flat surface and press gently to distribute the beads evenly
- Connect the pump to the connecting tube and the tube to the valve on the mat; confirm every joint is secure
- Evacuate a small amount of air so the mat is slightly firm but still easy to shape
- Lay the patient on the mat, wrap the mat around the treatment area and shape it
- Evacuate in stages — typically three to five cycles — adjusting the shape between cycles until the mat reaches full vacuum
- Remove the pump and close the valve cover; after the procedure, open the valve to release the vacuum and clean the surface
- Tighten the valve during evacuation to prevent air leakage; trim the nails of unanaesthetised feline patients to avoid puncturing the surface
- Deflate the mat to its original state after use to reduce material tension and extend service life
Package Contents
- 1 × VM1 vacuum positioning mat (100 × 60 cm or 60 × 40 cm, as ordered)
- 1 × Manual vacuum pump with connecting tube
Downloads & Documentation
Product brochure and user manual are available on request — contact our sales team.
Why Choose the VM1
- Workflow efficiency: one mat replaces sandbags, foam wedges and tape, and a single patient set-up carries from imaging through to surgery
- Clinical accuracy: a rigid, custom-fitted support keeps the patient in the same position between views and during the procedure
- Clinical accuracy: radiolucent construction keeps positioning aids out of the image
- Practice economics: a reusable, wipe-clean polyurethane mat with a hold time of more than 72 hours serves surgery, imaging and rehabilitation
Warranty & Support
Warranty terms for the main unit are confirmed at the time of order. Probes, cuffs, cables and other accessories follow standard wear-item terms.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can the VM1 stay under the patient during radiography, CT or MRI?
- Yes. The mat is radiolucent and is specified for ultrasound, DR, CT and MRI positioning.
- How long does the mat hold its shape?
- Once evacuated and the valve cover is closed, the formed shape holds for more than 72 hours.
- Which size should I order?
- The 100 × 60 cm mat suits larger canine patients and full-body positioning; the 60 × 40 cm mat suits feline and small canine patients or positioning of a single body region.
- How is the mat cleaned?
- Release the vacuum after use and wipe the polyurethane surface clean.
- How do I avoid damaging the mat?
- Tighten the valve during evacuation, trim the nails of conscious feline patients before placing them on the mat, and deflate the mat to its original state after each use.
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