OverviewCavalev is a patient lift designed to facilitate access to horses for riders with reduced mobility. It enables safe, controlled transfers from a wheelchair to a horse and is intended for equestrian leisure, hippotherapy and therapeutic riding programs.
FunctionCavalev performs transfers without physical effort from the caregiver. It is compatible with multiple installation points (van, wall, stall, truck), making it suitable for outdoor use and in equestrian facilities.
Key features- Vertical mast: stainless steel with epoxy paint.
- Swivel arm: bent aluminum with powder epoxy finish.
- Electric actuator with safety nut: 10,000 N (24 V battery) — medical-grade — 5-year warranty on actuator.
- Drive: ultra-quiet operation suitable for animals.
- Battery: unit with two backup descent systems (electrical and mechanical) and emergency stop.
- Power supply: battery charger included.
- Control: remote control for rise/lower and rotation (option).
- Capacity: maximum admissible weight 150 kg.
- Transfer harness: sizes S, M, L, XL (XXL referenced in FAQ).
Advantages- Enables independent and assisted transfers
- Flexible installation options
- Low-noise operation for animal comfort
- Optional accessories and controls
DocumentationTechnical documentation available (PDF).
Compliance and standardsCavalev is declared as a Class I medical device, manufactured in France and compliant with EU MDR 2017/745. Relevant standards: ISO 14971, IEC 62366-1, ISO 15223, ISO 10535, IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-6.
Technical specifications- Actuator force: 10,000 N
- Actuator power: 24 V battery
- Maximum capacity: 150 kg
- Materials: stainless-steel mast (epoxy paint), bent aluminum arm (powder epoxy)
- Drive: ultra-quiet motor
- Battery: dual backup descent (electrical and mechanical) and emergency stop
- Control: remote control (rise/lower; rotation optional)
- Harness sizes: S, M, L, XL (XXL noted in FAQ)
- Warranty: 5 years (actuator)
- Compliance: EU MDR 2017/745; listed ISO/IEC standards