Description
PressureGuard APM is a powered therapeutic support surface from Span-America for long-term care, acute care and home care settings managing pressure injury risk. It runs head-to-foot air cylinders under a Geo-Matt segmented top surface, alternating loading in selectable cycles while the foam topper smooths pressure transitions.
- Gentle and efficient pressure changes
- PressureGuard design: stability, safety, anti-shearing
- Head-to-foot air cylinder orientation optimizes pressure redistribution
- Better support in seat area when head of bed is raised
- Geo-Matt segmented top surface enhances skin and tissue integrity
- Air and foam work together to maximize comfort, promoting better rest and recovery
PressureGuard APM for Long-term care
The PressureGuard APM is part of the Span-America patient care line sold through MedicalEx for long-term care, acute care and home care settings managing pressure injury risk. Its design runs head-to-foot air cylinders under a Geo-Matt segmented top surface, alternating loading in selectable cycles while the foam topper smooths pressure transitions. This product is offered in 11 configurations, covering Mattress, Pressureguard Apm W/Raised Perimeter 80"X35", Raised Perimeter through Mattress, Alt Press Pressurguard W/Cntl Unit80"X35, with Control Unit, each sold exactly as listed. The 11 configurations here use the manufacturer's own SKUs, and each ships in the packaging named in its listing. Before ordering, MedicalEx can check the configuration against the manufacturer's documentation for the setting it will serve.
Features and Benefits
Design and Performance
It runs head-to-foot air cylinders under a Geo-Matt segmented top surface, alternating loading in selectable cycles while the foam topper smooths pressure transitions. The manufacturer rates this support surface at 350 lbs and that rating frames how it is selected for a user.
- Gentle and efficient pressure changes
- PressureGuard design: stability, safety, anti-shearing
- Head-to-foot air cylinder orientation optimizes pressure redistribution
Fit and Configuration
The range runs from Mattress, Pressureguard Apm W/Raised Perimeter 80"X35", Raised Perimeter to Mattress, Alt Press Pressurguard W/Cntl Unit80"X35, with Control Unit, the manufacturer's own configurations for this family. Each is listed in full, and packaging follows the listing exactly.
- 11 configurations: Mattress, Pressureguard Apm W/Raised Perimeter 80"X35", Raised Perimeter, Mattress, Pressure Grd Cft W/Firegrd Cvr, CFT, 80 x 35 in, Fire Retardant, 75 x 35 in, CFT, Fire Retardant, 84 x 35 in, CFT, Fire Retardant, Mattress, Press Guard Air/Foam80"X42"
- Sold as listed, in the manufacturer's packaging
Product Specifications
Product Details
- Product Type, Powered Therapeutic Support Surface
- Brand, Span-America
- Manufacturer, Span-America Medical Systems, a Savaria Patient Care company
- Sizes, Mattress, Pressureguard Apm W/Raised Perimeter 80"X35", Raised Perimeter, Mattress, Pressure Grd Cft W/Firegrd Cvr, CFT, 80 x 35 in, Fire Retardant, 75 x 35 in, CFT, Fire Retardant, 84 x 35 in, CFT, Fire Retardant, Mattress, Press Guard Air/Foam80"X42", Mattress, W/Fire Guard W/O Pump 80"X48", Mattress Only, Mattress, Air Pressure Guard 35"X84"X7", Mattress, Pressure Guard Apm W/Dlx Cntrl 8X35", Deluxe, Mattress, Alt Press Pressurguard W/Cntl Unit84"X35, with Control Unit, Mattress, Alt Press Pressurguard W/Cntl Unit80"X35, with Control Unit
- Weight Capacity, 350 lbs
- Medicare Code, E0277 (Group II) UL listed Yes Get a
- SKUs, 35268, 8080-29, 5180-29, 8075-29, 8084-29, CF8042-29, CF8048-29, 5184-29, 6619029, P8435-29, P8035-29
- Sold As, EA/1
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Why Choose the PressureGuard APM?
This support surface is the manufacturer-backed option in its category, offered in the 11 configurations the manufacturer lists for the family, here Mattress, Pressureguard Apm W/Raised Perimeter 80"X35", Raised Perimeter. The manufacturer rates it at 350 lbs, and the 11 configurations here cover the range this family serves.
- Therapy plus stability – powered therapy with an edge that stays firm for transfers – residents get treatment without giving up safe bed exits (Mattress, Pressureguard Apm W/Raised Perimeter 80"X35", Raised Perimeter to Mattress, Alt Press Pressurguard W/Cntl Unit80"X35, with Control Unit)
- Cover built for real disinfection – the LifeSpan cover resists bleach breakdown – the surface survives facility cleaning protocols longer (11 configurations here)
- One surface across acuity – configurations cover alternating, rotation and reactive care – facilities standardize on one family across units (sold as EA/1, first SKU 35268, 11 configurations)
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this surface manage pressure?
This surface runs head-to-foot air cylinders under a Geo-Matt segmented top surface, alternating loading in selectable cycles while the foam topper smooths pressure transitions. The powered system cycles loading so no single area carries pressure continuously across its 11 configurations, and the top surface limits shear while the system runs.
What is included with the mattress?
The mattress is supplied as listed for the selected configuration, starting with Mattress, Pressureguard Apm W/Raised Perimeter 80"X35", Raised Perimeter. Configurations noted as mattress only are the surface without a control unit, and configurations noted with a control unit include the pump for powered therapy, across the 11 configurations offered here.
What sizes or configurations are available?
It is offered in 11 configurations: Mattress, Pressureguard Apm W/Raised Perimeter 80"X35", Raised Perimeter, Mattress, Pressure Grd Cft W/Firegrd Cvr, CFT, 80 x 35 in, Fire Retardant, 75 x 35 in, CFT, Fire Retardant, 84 x 35 in, CFT, Fire Retardant, Mattress, Press Guard Air/Foam80"X42", Mattress, W/Fire Guard W/O Pump 80"X48", Mattress Only, Mattress, Air Pressure Guard 35"X84"X7", Mattress, Pressure Guard Apm W/Dlx Cntrl 8X35", Deluxe, Mattress, Alt Press Pressurguard W/Cntl Unit84"X35, with Control Unit, Mattress, Alt Press Pressurguard W/Cntl Unit80"X35, with Control Unit. The price shown follows the configuration selected, and each is sold exactly as listed.
How is this product packaged?
The Mattress, Pressureguard Apm W/Raised Perimeter 80"X35", Raised Perimeter configuration (SKU 35268) is sold as EA/1, and every configuration here carries its own listed packaging. The price applies to the package as listed, and the packaging is not split or repacked.
What should I check before ordering?
Confirm the size, fit or configuration the care plan calls for, because this family is offered in 11 configurations starting with Mattress, Pressureguard Apm W/Raised Perimeter 80"X35", Raised Perimeter. MedicalEx can check the choice against the manufacturer's documentation first.
What is the weight capacity?
The manufacturer rates this support surface at 350 lbs, across the Mattress, Pressureguard Apm W/Raised Perimeter 80"X35", Raised Perimeter to Mattress, Alt Press Pressurguard W/Cntl Unit80"X35, with Control Unit configurations. Staying within the rated 350 lbs keeps the support and performance this support surface was designed to deliver.
Who should I contact with questions before ordering?
Contact MedicalEx with the configuration or SKU you are considering and the setting it will be used in. We can confirm the configuration details against the manufacturer's presentation before the order is placed.
