Saikang CX2X

The Saikang CX2x serves paediatric wards across NHS trusts and private children's hospitals as a fixed-height manual bed for general inpatient admissions. Its 380 mm floor height provides a consistently low sleeping position appropriate for children from toddlers to early-adolescents, reducing fall severity without requiring active height management by nursing staff. This makes the CX2x particularly suited to ward environments where consistent low positioning is the clinical priority and where electric height adjustment is not operationally required.

In paediatric day-stay units, the CX2x's full-length side rails with buffer air springs provide reliable fall protection during post-procedure recovery periods, when children may be drowsy, disoriented, or unwilling to remain still. The buffer spring mechanism ensures rails lower smoothly and at a controlled speed, reducing the risk of startling a child during caregiver access. The fixed 380 mm height keeps the sleeping surface within a safe range for supervised patient exit. At the same time, the manual back-rest adjustment of 70° ± 5° supports the range of positional needs arising during post-anaesthetic recovery and observation.

The CX2x is well-suited to paediatric medical wards caring for children with respiratory conditions, infectious diseases, and gastrointestinal illnesses. The back-rest adjustment supports semi-recumbent positions for respiratory management and feeding, while the knee-rest adjustment accommodates comfort positioning during multi-day admissions. The ABS plastic components, sterilisable at temperatures above 100°C, and the ASTM-tested epoxy frame coating enable rapid decontamination between admissions during high-demand periods, such as winter respiratory peaks.

For paediatric surgical recovery bays, the combination of back-rest and knee-rest adjustment supports the standard Fowler and semi-Fowler positions used during post-operative monitoring and physiotherapy. Drainage hooks maintain correct dependent height as the bed angle changes, and the four IV pole provisions accommodate multiple infusion lines from any nursing approach. Medigear.uk supplies the CX2x to paediatric departments and children's wards across the UK.

Fixed 380 mm Height for Consistent Low Positioning

The CX2x maintains a fixed bed height of 380 mm, providing a consistently low sleeping surface without requiring active height management from nursing staff. This simplifies ward operations in settings where a low, stable position is the clinical priority for the patient group, reducing the risk of height being inadvertently left at an unsafe level between nursing assessments.

Buffer Air Springs for Controlled Rail Lowering

Buffer air springs fitted to the side rail mechanism control the descent speed of each rail, ensuring it lowers smoothly and at a consistent rate regardless of the force applied. This prevents sudden rail drops that could startle a young patient or create a pinch hazard at the hinge point. The buffer system extends the service life of the rail mechanism by reducing impact loading on the locking components.

Full-Length Side Rails for Complete Lateral Protection

Full-length rails run the full length of the mattress platform on both sides, providing uninterrupted fall protection without the lateral gaps found in partial-length designs. For children who are mobile, agitated, or post-anaesthetic, full-length coverage is the clinically appropriate choice. Rails lock positively in the raised position and release via the buffer mechanism for controlled caregiver access.

Plastic Bed Ends with Child-Friendly Design

Plastic bed ends at head and foot provide a soft, rounded aesthetic appropriate for a paediatric environment, reducing the clinical severity of the ward setting. The plastic construction is lightweight, non-porous, and sterilisable above 100°C. Bed ends are fitted with a secure locking mechanism to prevent unintended detachment during patient transfer or bed manoeuvring.

Dual Manual Cranks for Independent Adjustment

Two manual cranks independently drive back-rest and knee-rest adjustment, allowing nursing staff to achieve any combination of positional angles without powered assistance. The cranks are retractable when not in use, eliminating protrusion hazards in busy bays. Independent back and knee control supports the range of clinical positions required across paediatric medical and surgical nursing.

CE-Marked for NHS Procurement Confidence

CE marking under MDD 93/42/EEC and compliance with EN 60601, ISO-9001, and ISO-13485 provide the compliance documentation required for NHS trust procurement, clinical engineering sign-off, and MHRA registration. Medigear.uk supplies the Declaration of Conformity and full ISO certificate set at the point of enquiry.

ABS Components Sterilisable at 100°C

All plastic components are manufactured from virgin environmental ABS, a non-toxic, odourless, sterilisable material at temperatures above 100°C. This supports terminal decontamination between patient admissions in paediatric wards with high infection-control requirements, including those caring for immunocompromised or post-surgical patients.

Panasonic Robotic Welding Throughout

The bed frame uses Panasonic robotic welding to achieve 360° seamless welds with uniform strength and finish across all frame joints. This welding standard produces long-term structural integrity under the daily loading, adjustment, and transport forces of continuous ward use, consistent with the broader Saikang paediatric range.

Fixed Bed Height: 380 mm

The CX2x maintains a single fixed height of 380 mm from floor to mattress platform. This position is set at manufacture and requires no active management, simplifying ward operations and eliminating the risk of an incorrect height being left between nursing assessments. The 380 mm height is appropriate for supervised patient exit and reduces fall severity for children who exit the bed unsupervised.

Back-Rest Adjustment: 70° ± 5°

Back-rest elevation to 70° supports near-sitting positions for feeding, respiratory physiotherapy, and comfortable waking periods. The ±5° tolerance enables fine-tuned positioning to meet specific clinical requirements. Adjustment is smooth and continuous via the dedicated manual crank, with no stepped positions limiting the available angle.

Knee-Rest Adjustment: 45° ± 5°Elevating the knee to 45° provides independent lower-limb support for orthopaedic postoperative positioning, oedema management, and comfort during extended bed rest. When combined with back-rest adjustment, the knee-rest function supports the semi-Fowler and Fowler positions, which are routinely used in paediatric medical and surgical nursing.

Full-Length Side Rails (1 set, both sides)

Aluminium-framed full-length side rails run the complete length of the mattress surface on both sides. The rails lock positively in the raised position and release via buffer air springs for smooth, controlled lowering. Full-length coverage eliminates lateral gaps and provides continuous fall protection across the entire sleeping surface.

Buffer Air Springs (4 pcs)

Four buffer air springs — one per rail section — control the descent speed of the side rails during lowering. The spring mechanism absorbs the kinetic energy of the rail's descent, producing a smooth, consistent lowering action independent of the nurse's applied force. This reduces noise, prevents impact at the lower stop, and protects the rail hinge mechanism from repeated impact loading.

Dual Manual Cranks (2 pcs)

Two manual cranks independently control back-rest and knee-rest adjustment. Cranks fold flush with the bed frame when not in use. The mechanism is designed for single-handed operation from beside the rail, allowing the nurse to maintain patient contact during positional adjustment.

5/8-Inch Double-Side Castors (4 pcs)

Four 5/8-inch double-sided castors provide smooth manoeuvring on standard ward floor surfaces. The double-sided braking surface engages securely under individual wheel brakes. Castor size and construction are appropriate for the CX2x load rating and for transport through standard hospital door openings and corridors.

Plastic Bed Ends (1 set)

Plastic head and foot boards are fitted with a child-appropriate rounded design and a secure locking mechanism. The plastic material is lightweight, sterilisable, and compatible with standard hospital disinfectants. Boards are removable for cleaning and reattach with the safe-lock engaged.

IV Pole (1 pc) and IV Pole Provision (4 pcs)

One adjustable IV pole is included as standard, with four IV pole provision sockets distributed around the frame for flexible positioning. The provision sockets accommodate the IV pole at any of four positions, depending on the patient's access site and the nursing approach angle. IV pole height is adjustable to maintain correct administration height relative to the patient's current position.

Epoxy Paint: ASTM Antibacterial, 0.12 mm

The 11-stage epoxy paint process produces a uniform antibacterial coating tested to ASTM standards. At 0.12 mm thickness and 60° brightness, the coating resists chipping under 50 kg impact and maintains its antibacterial properties under standard ward cleaning and disinfection regimes.

ABS Sterilisable Above 100°C, Tensile ≤30 MPa

Plastic components — board panels, rail covers, accessory fittings — are manufactured from virgin environmental ABS with tensile strength up to 30 MPa. The material withstands sterilisation above 100°C without degradation or discolouration, supporting terminal decontamination between patient admissions.

12-Month Warranty with Free Spare Parts

The standard 12-month warranty covers manufacturing defects with free parts and repair support. One per cent of the order value in spare parts is supplied with each order. Post-warranty technical support is free; parts are charged at cost. Medigear.uk manages all warranty and spare parts logistics for UK customers.

The Saikang CX2x is a focused manual paediatric bed that delivers the core requirements of children's ward care: a fixed low height, full-length buffer-controlled side rails, plastic, child-friendly bed ends, and independent back-rest and knee-rest adjustment via retractable cranks. Its ABS components, epoxy-painted frame, and Panasonic robotic welding meet hospital-grade infection control and structural standards. CE marked under MDD 93/42/EEC and manufactured to ISO 9001 and ISO 13485, it meets NHS procurement compliance in full. Medigear.uk distributes the CX2x across the UK with full documentation and pre-delivery site assessment. Contact Medigear.uk to request a quotation, configuration options, or the Declaration of Conformity.