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Evac+Chair 500H
Robust Evacuation Chair
The Evac+Chair 500H is our robust evacuation chair, engineered for flexibility to accommodate diverse personnel. It features a zipped hammock and high-strength framework to support payloads of up to 227kg. Its double-handed grip, descent control handle, and footrest enables assistance from a second operator for enhanced support and control. The unique friction belt system ensures a safer, smoother, and more comfortable evacuation experience for the operator and passenger.
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Key benefits
- Reinforced framework: supports higher passenger payloads for reliable operation.
- Zipped hammock: provides a larger surface area for enhanced support.
- Control handle/footrest: enables a second operator to assist and provide support.
- Dual grip extendable handle: enhances user operation.
- Unique friction belt system: controls smoothness and speed of descent.
- Anti-slip grip: improves stability during passenger transfer and kickstand deployment.
- Quality assured: ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 accredited.
Technical specifications
- Height: 1100mm folded or 1370mm unfolded
- Width: 520mm both folded or unfolded
- Depth: 250mm folded or 1140mm unfolded
- Weight: 14kg (unladen)
- Payload capacity: 227kg
- Suitable for stair angle: 28° – 40° stair angle
Approvals/Accreditations
- TUV NORD
- CE & UKCA Mark
- Registered Class 1 Medical Device
Includes
- Photoluminescent signage – position near your Evac+Chair, for optimal visibility in all lighting conditions.
- Wall mounted hooks – store your Evac+Chair in an easily accessible location for convenient access.
- Dust cover – protects and preserves your Evac+Chair.
- User guide – provides step-by-step user instructions and how to care and maintain your Evac+Chair.
Book A Complimentary Evacuation Assessment
Ensuring you have the correct Evac+Chair for your building and personnel is essential, especially with a wide range of options available. Whether your building has multiple staircases or unique features, we’re here to help you find the perfect fit.
With over 16 million disabled people in the UK – more than 4.8 million of whom are in employment – every workplace and public space must be equipped to support the safe evacuation of all individuals.
To support our customers, we offer complimentary evacuation assessments conducted by our nationwide team of specialists. These experts assess the specific needs of employees, existing PEEPs (Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans), review GEEPS (General Emergency Evacuation Plans), building requirements and stair configuration – all of which help determine the most suitable Evac+Chair model for your needs.
Booking your evacuation assessment is simple. Just contact us by clicking the button below, calling us on +44 (0) 121 706 7644 or email enquiries@evacchair.co.uk and one of our friendly team members will reach out to arrange a convenient time.
Alternatively, you can use our online Evac Xpert™ to easily identify the model that best suits your needs. Where multiple staircases exist within your organisation, we strongly recommend a complimentary Evacuation Assessment to guarantee the right Evac+Chair at every stairwell – ensuring maximum safety, swift evacuation and peace of mind for your entire organisation.
Features of the 500H
The 500H is feature-packed to accommodate a diverse range of passengers, providing a smooth evacuation.
Supports higher passenger payloads for reliable operation.
Provides a larger surface area for enhanced support.
Enables assistance from a second operator for enhanced support and control.
Enhances manoeuvrability over bumpy, uneven or rough terrain.
Controls smoothness and speed of descent for an effortless evacuation.
Enhances stability and ease of use.

















