Wheelchair Securement Systems
For more information about our wheelchair securement systems, contact us at (800) 545-1102 or mobility@fitzmobile.com. At Fitzpatrick Enterprises, we will work with each customer one-on-one to assure complete satisfaction with every aspect of your new mobility equipment. Securement of your mobility device is an essential part of that safety. We install any needed equipment for your wheelchair based on your specific situation.
Q'Straint
Q'Straint is an internationally recognized company known for its commitment to manufacturing the highest quality wheelchair and occupant securement systems. Q'Straint securement systems have exceeded the dynamic test requirements Use in Motor Vehicles and have a proven track record of providing safe transport for a wide range of transportable wheelchair and their occupants.
All Q'Straint systems include 4 tie-downs. When securing a wheelchair passenger, be sure to follow the safety procedures outlined in the user's manual for the Q'Straint system you purchased.
EZ Lock
PRODUCTS: The BL-6290 Base Lock: The Heart of the EZ LOCK System.
Casing is sturdy 3/16" powder coated steel
Locking Jaws are 1/4" steel coated with a permanently bonded lubricant
Entry into lock is mechanical, and release is attained by an electrical pull solenoid
Emergency mechanical release is also incorporated (in case the vehicle loses battery power)
The base lock is mounted to the vehicle floor and acts as a receiver for the interfacing pin mounted to the wheelchair
The Wheelchair Bracket
The interface bracket is mounted to the wheelchair allowing it to lock into the BL-6290 docking base
The EZ Lock system can accommodate a wide array of wheelchair styles, including both manual and power wheelchairs
Although we provide an interface for most of the wheelchairs currently on today's market, it is advisable to check with EZ LOCK, or your local adaptive equipment dealer, to ensure we have a system appropriate for your particular wheelchair
When consulting your dealer about availability it's helpful to have a) name of the manufacturer, b) wheelchair model, c) model number, and d) note of any accessories that might interfere with the bracket installation (i.e. reclining or elevating seat, vent tray etc)
The ECU-3 Control Panel - The Main User Interface for EZ LOCK System:
Functions include release, alarm buzzer deactivation for unoccupied use, and an array of warning indicators
Green light signifies locking jaws are completely closed and system is safe to use
Yellow light means locking jaws are not completely closed, and the user should exit, then re-enter base lock
Red light indicates system has been de-activated, and is for unoccupied use only
The picture below illustrates the wheelchair bracket applied to a standard manual wheelchair. The application pictured also includes the front stabilizer, required for all drivers. The stabilizer is designed to minimize any tipping or side-to-side motion. The EZ Lock system is used for both manual and power wheelchairs, and is suitable for both drivers and passengers.
Sure-Lok
Sure-Lok Occupant Restraint Systems provide the optimum in passenger securement and protection. The wide range of system options allows you to select the combination of restraint products that are best suited to your customers' needs and that will provide the greatest efficiency and ease of use. Sure-Lok Occupant Restraint Systems meet all applicable requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and have successfully passed the stringent 30mph/20g Impact Test Criteria when used in conjunction with the FF600 or FE500 Series Securement Systems. To ensure the highest level of passenger securement and comfort, use Sure-Lok Occupant Restraint Systems.