Transportability and patient comfort go hand-in-hand with the modern and excellent Invacare® Birdie® Folding Electric Hoist.The innovative boom design of the and the Birdie® Hoist offers a truly comfortable lift and transfer to or from bed, chair or even the floor.The lifters are designed for maximum convenience and offer a folding format that can be carried out easily and without the need for tools.Providing total user comfort during lift and transfer, this hoist allows a 360° range of movement even when the hoist is in the highest position. This allows the patient to be easily rotated in the hoist for placement into the bed or wheelchair much easier for the carer. Optimising space for the client ensures that the clients\' knees are not too close to the actuator of the hoist, which means that there is a very low risk of injury and increased comfort.The Birdie® hoist can easily be folded and unfolded without the need for tools, and includes a snap lock mechanism for added security. The hoist requires minimal space when stored and is very easy to push and transport.The hoists are CE certified in line with the Medical Device Directive 93/42/ECC. To ensure the hoists comply with EN ISO 10535, the hoists have been rigorously tested by Invacare and the German TÜV institute, an accredited external body.