WARMHUG Patient Warming Solutions
Maintaining optimal patient temperature for enhanced surgical outcomes
Experience WARMHUG excellence. Enhance patient comfort and surgical outcomes with our proven warming solutions designed for South African healthcare environments.
Product Overview
WARMHUG revolutionizes patient temperature management across South African healthcare facilities. Our advanced and sleek warming machines will enhance any operating theater. With functional aesthetics, our Warming Machine is quieter, lighter and comes with a dedicated trolley. WARMHUG provides reliable, effective patient warming that reduces complications and improves outcomes.
Hypothermia affects up to 70% of surgical patients, leading to increased infection rates, prolonged recovery times, and higher healthcare costs. WARMHUG addresses this critical challenge with innovative warming technology specifically adapted for South African clinical environments, including considerations for load-shedding and varying infrastructure conditions.
Key Features & Benefits
⚡ Technically Superior
- Space-Grade look & feel with OLED display
- Simple and User-Friendly, Light-weight, Very Quiet
- Brand new machines for Hospitals
- Dedicated Trolley, ensuring longevity and safety
🌡️ Clinical Excellence
- Rapid temperature rise with Dual-Protection Design
- Maintains normothermia throughout surgical procedures
- Faster recovery times and reduced hospital stays
- Improved patient comfort and satisfaction scores
⚡ Operational Advantages
- Energy-efficient design suitable for load-shedding environments
- Quick setup and easy operation for busy OR staff
- Portable design allows use across multiple departments
- Minimal maintenance requirements reduce operational costs
🔧 Designed for SA Conditions
- Reliable performance despite power fluctuations
- Robust construction suitable for high-use environments
- Compatible with standard OR electrical systems
- Low power consumption, suitable for Backup power options
💰 Economic Benefits
- Reduced complication rates lower overall treatment costs
- Decreased length of stay improves bed turnover
- Lower infection rates reduce antibiotic usage
- Energy efficiency reduces operational expenses
Product Range
WARMHUG’s superior quality is felt immediately across our over-body and under-body blankets. Each style is universally compatible with warming machines across South Africa.
WARMHUG Full-Body Blankets
Ideal for general surgical procedures and recovery units. Compact design perfect for smaller operating theaters.
WARMHUG Upper- and Lower-body Blankets
Advanced model with enhanced features for complex procedures. Includes battery backup and extended temperature monitoring.
WARMHUG Pediatric
Specialized warming solutions designed specifically for infant and pediatric patients, with gentler heating profiles.
WARMHUG Specialized
High-capacity model for major surgical centers and trauma units requiring maximum warming capability.
Clinical Applications
From tertiary hospitals to specialised clinics, WARMHUG solutions are trusted across major surgical disciplines throughout South Africa.
Operating Theaters
Pre, intra, and post-operative warming for all surgical specialties including orthopedic, cardiac, general surgery, and neurosurgery.
Recovery Units
Post-anesthetic care unit (PACU) warming to prevent post-operative hypothermia and shivering.
Emergency Departments
Trauma patient warming and hypothermia prevention in emergency situations.
Intensive Care Units
Continuous temperature management for critically ill patients.
Labor & Delivery
Maternal warming during cesarean sections and high-risk deliveries.
Technical Specifications
- Temperature Range: 32°C to 45°C with precise digital control
- Power Requirements: 220V/50Hz (standard SA power supply)
- Safety Features: Over-temperature protection, audible alarms
- Warming Methods: Forced-air warming with gentle, even heat distribution
- Blanket Options: Disposable and reusable warming blankets available
- Mobility: Lightweight, mobile design with easy-lock wheels
Evidence-Based Outcomes
Clinical studies using WARMHUG have demonstrated proven improvements in patient safety and operational efficiency:
- 64% reduction in surgical site infections
- 40% decrease in blood loss during surgery
- 55% reduction in post-operative shivering
- 25% decrease in length of hospital stay
- 89% improvement in patient comfort scores
Training & Support
- On-site training for OR and recovery staff
- Clinical protocol development
- Equipment maintenance training
- Ongoing technical support and servicing
Ordering & Service
- Same-day delivery in major centers
- Urban service centers for maintenance
- 24/7 technical support hotline
- Comprehensive warranty coverage
- Training programs scheduled monthly
Quality & Compliance
- SAHPRA approved medical device
- IEC 60601-1 electrical safety standards
- ISO 13485 certified quality management
- CE marking for international standards
- Regular service and maintenance programs available
Customer Success Stories
"WARMHUG has transformed our surgical outcomes. We've seen a dramatic reduction in post-operative complications, and our patients are much more comfortable during recovery. The energy efficiency is particularly important given our power challenges."
— Dr. Sarah Ndlovu, Chief of Surgery, Regional Hospital
"The reliability of WARMHUG during load-shedding has been a game-changer. We can maintain patient temperature even when the power fluctuates, which gives us confidence during critical procedures."
— Professor Mike van der Merwe, Head of Anesthesiology
Financing Options
Flexible acquisition models ensure every healthcare facility can access WARMHUG technology without compromising budgets.
- WARMHUG machines can be FREE for your hospital, let's discuss options today
- Lease-to-own programs
- Rental options for short-term needs
- Provincial health department procurement programs
Ready to improve your surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction? Contact Joseph & Jacob today to schedule a WARMHUG demonstration and see the difference optimal patient warming can make.
Contact UsNext Steps
- Request a product demonstration
- Speak with our clinical specialists
- Schedule staff training
- Discuss implementation planning
Contact Information
- Phone: [Contact Number]
- Email: warmhug@josephandjacob.co.za
- Website: www.josephandjacob.co.za/warmhug
- Technical Support: 24/7 hotline available
WARMHUG’s superior quality is felt immediately, on both Over-Body and Underbody Blankets. We readily supply all styles and sizes of warming blankets, universally compatible with warming machines across South Africa.