Sanipull Anti-Ligature Hygienic Pull Cord
Summary
Sanipull cleanable, replacement pull cords are the product of choice for NHS hospitals, schools and local authority washrooms and toilets, offering a cost-effective, hygienic alternative to traditional string pull cords. Wherever lighting, nurse call, or disabled assistance alarms require traditional string pulls, Sanipull provides a solution that addresses both hygiene and safety concerns in high-risk environments.
Traditional string pull cords harbour bacteria deep within their woven fibres, making them extremely difficult to sanitize effectively. When installed in washrooms and toilet facilities, these conventional pull cords often become contaminated with faecal matter and urine due to poor hand hygiene practices, creating a serious cross-contamination and infection control risk. This is particularly critical in healthcare settings, educational institutions, and public facilities where maintaining rigorous hygiene standards is paramount.
Sanipull eliminates this hygiene problem through innovative design and materials. Manufactured from tough, durable vinyl, Sanipull pull cords can be easily sanitized by simply spraying with appropriate cleaning solutions and wiping, effectively preventing bacterial build-up between routine cleaning cycles. The product installs in under 40 seconds using a convenient clamshell design that fits either traditional string pulls or ceiling fittings. Additionally, Sanipull incorporates anti-ligature safety features with 8mm perforations spaced every 15cm along the ribbon length, designed to break apart at designated weak points when subjected to a force of 13kg ± 1kg, providing protection in environments where there is a risk of entanglement or strangulation.
Features
- Product of choice for NHS hospitals, schools and local authority facilities
- Hygienic alternative to traditional string pull cords
- Suitable for lighting, nurse call, and disabled assistance alarms
- Manufactured from tough, durable vinyl material
- Easily sanitized by spraying and wiping with cleaning solutions
- Prevents bacterial build-up within the material
- Eliminates contamination risk from faecal matter and urine
- Anti-ligature safety design for high-risk environments
- 8mm perforations spaced every 15cm along ribbon length
- Breaks apart at designated weak points under 13kg ± 1kg force
- Protects against entanglement and strangulation risks
- Installs in under 40 seconds
- Clamshell design for rapid installation
- Fits traditional string pulls or ceiling fittings
- Available in complete pull cord assemblies
- Available in 300-metre reels for bulk purchase
- Cut to required length for custom installations
- Compatible with various bangle and clamshell options
- Cost-effective solution for large facilities
- Complies with nurse call legislation requirements
- Suitable for washrooms and toilet facilities
- Reduces infection control risks
- Improves overall facility hygiene standards
- Available in red/orange colours)
- UKCA and CE marked
FAQs
Why is Sanipull better than traditional string pull cords?
Traditional string pull cords harbour bacteria deep within their woven fibres, making them very difficult to sanitize. In washrooms, they often become contaminated with faecal matter and urine due to poor hand hygiene, creating serious hygiene risks. Sanipull is manufactured from tough, durable vinyl that can be easily sanitized by spraying and wiping, effectively preventing bacterial build-up.
How quickly can Sanipull be installed?
Sanipull installs in under 40 seconds using its convenient clamshell design. The system fits either traditional string pulls or ceiling fittings, making installation quick and straightforward without requiring specialized tools or extensive modification.
What are the anti-ligature safety features?
Sanipull is designed for environments where there is a risk of entanglement or strangulation. The ribbon features 8mm perforations spaced every 15cm along its length, designed to break apart at designated weak points when subjected to a force of 13kg ± 1kg, providing protection against ligature risks.
What are the requirements for nurse call pull compliance?
For nurse call pulls to comply with legislation, you must have 1 bangle positioned 100mm from the floor and another bangle positioned 800mm – 1000mm from the floor. This ensures the pull cord is accessible to users in various positions while maintaining safety standards.
Where is Sanipull typically used?
Sanipull is the product of choice for NHS hospitals, schools, local authority washrooms and toilets, and any environment requiring lighting pulls, nurse call systems, or disabled assistance alarms. It is particularly suitable for high-hygiene areas and environments where anti-ligature safety is required.
Is Sanipull available for bulk purchase?
Yes, for large facilities, Sanipull ribbons are available in 300-metre reels, allowing you to cut to the required length. You can then add your choice of bangles and clamshells to complete the setup, making it cost-effective for large-scale installations.
How do you clean and maintain Sanipull?
Sanipull is easily sanitized by spraying with appropriate cleaning solutions and wiping. The vinyl material does not harbour bacteria within fibres like traditional string, making routine cleaning quick and effective as part of regular facility hygiene protocols.
What components are needed for a complete Sanipull installation?
A complete Sanipull installation requires the vinyl ribbon (available in pre-cut lengths or 300m reels), bangles (pull handles) positioned according to compliance requirements, and clamshells for attachment to existing pulls or ceiling fittings. All components are available separately or as complete assemblies.
Can Sanipull replace existing string pull cords?
Yes, Sanipull’s clamshell design is specifically engineered to fit traditional string pulls or ceiling fittings, making it an ideal replacement for existing installations without requiring modification to the existing infrastructure.
What colors is Sanipull available in?
Based on the product images, Sanipull is available in multiple colors including orange, red, and white. Different colors may be used to indicate different functions (lighting, nurse call, assistance) or to coordinate with facility color-coding systems.
Specifications
- Product Name: Sanipull Cleanable Replacement Anti-Ligature Pull Cord
- Material: Tough, durable vinyl
- Primary Application: Lighting, nurse call, and disabled assistance alarm pulls
- Target Markets: NHS hospitals, schools, local authority facilities
- Typical Installation Locations: Washrooms, toilets, high-hygiene areas
- Anti-Ligature Safety Feature: 8mm perforations
- Perforation Spacing: Every 15cm along ribbon length
- Break Force: 13kg ± 1kg at designated weak points
- Safety Design Purpose: Protection against entanglement and strangulation risks
- Installation Time: Under 40 seconds
- Installation Design: Clamshell attachment system
- Fitting Compatibility: Traditional string pulls or ceiling fittings
- Cleaning Method: Spray and wipe with cleaning solutions
- Hygiene Benefit: Prevents bacterial build-up
- Bulk Purchase Option: 300-metre reels
- Bulk Reel Flexibility: Cut to required length
- Nurse Call Compliance – Lower Bangle: 100mm from floor
- Nurse Call Compliance – Upper Bangle: 800mm – 1000mm from floor
- Available Components: Ribbons, bangles (pull handles), clamshells
- Available Configurations: Complete assemblies or individual components
- Available Colors: Orange, red, white (and others)
- Standards Compliance: UKCA and CE marked
- Manufacturer: Hoyles Electronic Developments Ltd
- Manufacturer Location: Sandwash Close, Rainford, St Helens, WA11 8LY, UK
Downloads
- Datasheet (Adobe PDF)