Neonatal transport incubator RedVac

battery-powered

Product overview
The RedVac Newborn Transport System is a neonatal transport device designed for safe, temperature-controlled transfer of pre-term and newborn infants up to approximately 6 months. Engineered for ambulance and hospital use, it supports continuous thermal management and spinal neutrality from point of birth to hospital handover.

Key functional features

• Integrated heating element with setpoint 42°C for controlled thermal support
• Built-in temperature sensor for continuous monitoring
• Internal rechargeable battery providing up to 2 hours of operation
• External power options: power bank or USB‑C ambulance power connection for extended use
• Two independent vacuum chambers: rigid backboard for neutral spinal alignment and a wrapping chamber for gentle immobilisation
• Wipe-clean safety straps to support infection control protocols
• Quick attachment interface compatible with standard ambulance stretchers
• Compact carry bag for storage and rapid deployment

Key features (listed on page)

• No minimum weight limit stated — suitable for very low birth weight infants
• Completely wipe-clean materials for decontamination
• Maintains neutral alignment of the neonate
• Easy access to the baby’s airways for clinical interventions
• Available with or without the integrated heating system
• Reusable device — not single-use
• Compatible with all stretcher models

Technical specifications

• Intended patients: pre-term and newborn infants up to approx. 6 months
• Minimum weight: no minimum limit specified
• Heating element setpoint: 42°C (when integrated)
• Temperature monitoring: built-in temperature sensor
• Internal battery life: up to 2 hours (fully charged)
• External power: external power bank or USB‑C ambulance power
• Support system: two independent vacuum chambers (rigid backboard + wrapping chamber)
• Safety: wipe-clean safety straps
• Accessories: optional blanket
• Compatibility: attaches to and fits standard ambulance stretchers
• Storage: compact carry bag for rapid deployment
• Use environment: ambulance and hospital transport

Manufacturer and distributor
Manufactured by Kohlbrat & Bunz (Austria). Meditech is the exclusive distributor for the RedVac Newborn Transport System. Some product features are adapted for the UK ambulance market.

Clinical use and handling

• Designed for use from point of birth to hospital handover
• Supports controlled thermal management and spinal alignment during transfers
• Compatible with routine neonatal monitoring and interventions
• Reusable design requires standard cleaning and decontamination procedures