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SPEC Companion Hip Chair – Medical-Grade Post-Surgical Recovery Chair
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SPEC Companion Hip Chair – Medical-Grade Post-Surgical Recovery Chair

The SPEC COMPANION Hip Chair is engineered to provide optimal post-surgical comfort and ergonomic support for patients recovering from hip surgery, joint replacement, or mobility challenges. Designed for hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and home care, this medical-grade chair ensures safe mobility, durability, and infection control in high-use environments.

Key Features & Benefits:

✔ Elevated Seat Height – Reduces strain during sit-to-stand transitions, ideal for hip surgery recovery.

✔ Wall-Saver Design – Protects walls and baseboards with legs that make first contact.

✔ Medical-Grade Durability – Features a welded steel frame, replaceable cushions, and Easy Grip urethane armcaps for long-lasting performance.

✔ Easy-Clean Upholstery – Antimicrobial, antibacterial fabrics with seam-sealing options for infection control in healthcare settings.

✔ Ergonomic Support – Lumbar contouring and waterfall seat edge promote proper hip alignment and comfort.

Built for Healthcare & Rehabilitation:

  • Meets ANSI/BIFMA X5.4 & X5.11 standards for public and lounge seating.

  • 500 lb weight capacity with a fully welded 1.75" steel frame for stability.

  • Removable, zippered upholstery for easy maintenance in clinical environments.

  • Fire-retardant foam compliant with CA TB117-2013 and Federal Motor Vehicle Standards.

Customization Options:

  • 76 Spectone color choices for steel frames.

  • Wood or polyurethane arms in multiple finishes.

  • Antimicrobial fabric upgrades available.

Ideal for post-op recovery, senior care, and physical therapy, the SPEC COMPANION Hip Chair delivers therapeutic support, safety, and unmatched durability for healthcare professionals and home users alike.

Enhance patient comfort and mobility—order yours today!

Specifications

COMPANION Specification Sheet

FRAME CONSTRUCTION

Frame:
  • Constructed of seam-welded flash-controlled steel tubing, free of crimping on all bends. End frames are 1 3/4 in. O.D. 14 Gauge steel tube. 1-1/2" stretcher bars are welded to the frame for seat support. All connections are metal to metal. Welds are ground smooth.

SEAT AND BACK CONSTRUCTION

Seat:
  • Upholstery material over hi-resiliency molded foam, using a sustainable plant-based substitute for 25% of petroleum content.
  • Welded inner seat armature made from 11 GA flat steel and ¾" square 16 GA steel.
  • Elastic webbing straps clipped into the armature for suspension.
  • Seat covers are hook and loop and zipper locked, removable in the field.
  • Bolted to the chair frame with four ¼-20 fasteners.
Back:
  • Upholstery material over hi-resiliency molded foam, using a sustainable plant-based substitute for 25% of petroleum content.
  • Welded inner back armature made from 5/8" round 16 GA steel and 1" square 16 GA steel.
  • Foam includes lumbar support contour.
  • Back covers are hook and loop locked, removable in the field.
  • Slides over posts on the chair frame and fastened with two ¼-20 bolts.
Foam:
  • Molded foam with 25% plant-based alternative, density of 3.0 to 3.2 PCF.
  • Meets Federal Motor Vehicle Standard MVS S302 and California Bulletin No. 117 (TB117-2013) for flame retardants.

ARM CONSTRUCTION

  • Available in wood or molded self-skinned urethane.
  • Molded over a 1/8 in. thick steel plate, attached to the seat frame via mechanical connections.

FEET CONSTRUCTION

Glides:
  • Injection molded polymer black glides at front (friction fit) and back (threaded 1/4-20 levelers).

CERTIFICATIONS

  • ANSI/BIFMA X5.4 Public & Lounge Seating.
  • ANSI/BIFMA X5.11 General-Purpose Large Occupant Office Chairs.

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  • Extended lead time! Typically ships in  6+ weeks.
Delivery & Returns

RETURNS: All contract furniture is made to order and cannot be returned for a refund. Simplova may approve some items for return but will be subject to a restocking fee.

CHANGES AND CANCELLATIONS: Orders that have been scheduled for production may not be changed. All changes including reconsignments to orders previously acknowledged must be requested in writing and are subject to approval. Requests for changes are not deemed accepted until confirmed by the manufacturer. In the event a revision is accepted, change fees may apply.

DELIVERIES BY COURIER/COMMON CARRIER & FREIGHT CLAIMS: The buyer, or buyer's representative, must be present at the time of delivery of the product to sign for and acknowledge correctness of the count and condition of the product being delivered. In the event of shortage or damage of product delivered by a common carrier other than Simplova, the Buyer will be required to file the appropriate claim with that carrier and will hold Simplova harmless from this claim.

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