Global Furniture Group
GC Belong: Heavy-Duty Bariatric Seating offers reliable, easy-to-clean furniture engineered for hospitals, clinics, and high-traffic public spaces. Reinforced steel frames with welded crossbars deliver enduring strength under daily use, while high-density Ultracell foam cushions maintain comfort and retain shape over years of service. Seamless surfaces are designed to withstand aggressive cleaning protocols, supporting strict infection-control standards.
Ideal for patient rooms, waiting areas, and treatment corridors, GC Belong delivers dependable performance where safety, comfort, and efficiency matter most.
Features
• Designed for active and transient environments with
rigorous demands
• Wall saver leg design prevents back contact with wall
• Easy grip, forward extending SSU (self-skinned
urethane) armcaps
• All seating shipped fully assembled
MODELS: GC4241 and GC4241HB
• Alternate models are available with linking brackets
on left, right or both sides of seating. These allow
installation of bridging tables or seats between two
linking seating models (end tables are also available
for linking to a single seating models)
Options
• Additional fire barrier can be added
• Frame is standard in Tungsten. Also available in six
other colours
• Armcaps are standard in Black SSU. Also available in
five other colours or in 27 different wood finishes
• Frame can be weighted and made with tamperproof
fasteners, for greater security
• For hard surface floors, non-marking glides
are available
Infection Control
• No Velcro on seat or back
• Seam sealing option
• Moisture barrier option
• Full 360º cleanout with 0.5 in (13 mm) wide gap
between seat and back
• Seat and back cushions are removable and field
replaceable
• SSU arm caps are cleanable and nonporous
• For proper cleaning and disinfecting practices, the
textile selection needs to be identified. It is vital that
following any chemical application a clear water wipe
down occur to avoid chemical build up that will lead
to deterioration of the textile. Contact Global should
information on using a specific disinfectant be required
Construction (Overall Frame)
• Elliptical steel tube frame
• Welded frame with corner gussets
Construction (Seat)
MODELS: GC4241[HB], GC4241-24
• 5⁄8 in (16 mm) thick plywood seat pan, 5-ply
Construction (Back)
MODEL GC4241[HB] & GC4241-24
• 0.75 in (19 mm) thick plywood back, 10-ply
Construction (Armcaps)
• Self-skinned urethane armcaps
• Optional wood armcaps
• All armcaps are field replaceable
Upholstery
• Seat and back can be upholstered in fabric,
vinyl or leather
Foam (Seat)
• 2.5 in (63 mm) thick Ultracell (high density) seat foam
• Density: 2.6 lb, ILD: 35
Foam (Back)
MODELS: GC4241[HB], GC4241-24
• 2 in (51 mm) thick back foam
• Density: 1.9 lb, ILD: 39
Weight Capacity
MODELS: GC4241[HB], GC4241-24
• Bariatric chairs have active weight capacity of 750 lb
Warranty
10 year warranty on all components for 24 hour use
except the following:
• Five year warranty on foams and fabrics
Fire Rating
All fabric and foam is tested and certified, meeting
California Technical Bulletin 117 (CAL 117) standards.
Environmental
View Environmental Data Sheets online.
All foam is produced without using any ozone depleting
chloro-flouro chemicals.
Awards/Certifications
• Meets or exceeds all applicable BIFMA standards for
safety and durability
• Manufactured in ISO 9001 and 14001 certified facilities
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.
Since 1985, Global has been a primary source for purpose-built healthcare products and services that support wellness and raise the bar for quality, long-term value and durability for medical clinics, acute care and long-term care facilities. You may wonder what sets us apart from other healthcare furniture manufacturers... the answer is: we care. We are listening to what people in the healthcare industry have to say and we are responding to their needs.
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