Etac issues Field Safety Notice for Molift Mover and Sling Bar products

The British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA) would like to inform members, healthcare professionals, and users that Etac, a BHTA member, has issued a Field Safety Notice (CCR-2508-11) concerning specific models of its Molift Mover and sling bar products.

Overview

Etac has identified a potential issue affecting certain Molift Mover 205 and Molift Mover 300 mobile patient lifters, as well as Molift 2-point and 4-point sling bars. The issue was discovered following a customer report during assembly and load testing of a Molift Mover 300, the bolt for mounting the lifting bar broke. Upon further investigation, Etac discovered that the defect occurs as a result of deformation of the materials involved between the lifting bar and the arm of the Molift Mover. Such deformation can lead to limited mobility in the joint, which prevents proper functionality of the equipment.

Corrective action

Etac has initiated a proactive corrective action to address this issue. The manufacturer confirms that:

• Replacement units are being provided for all potentially affected products.
• Continued use of existing units is safe, provided that the lifting bar moves freely and remains vertical throughout the lifting cycle, with or without load.
• If the lifting bar does not move freely, or if there is any doubt about its function, the unit should be taken out of service immediately.
• Replacement of affected components will take place in stages and is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.

This action applies to specific batches of Molift Mover 205 and 300 units, and corresponding sling bars shipped between February and August 2025. Details of affected serial numbers are included in Etac’s official Field Safety Notice.

Member and user guidance

BHTA members and healthcare providers that have supplied or use these products should:

1. Review the Field Safety Notice in full.
2. Inspect affected units immediately for proper functionality.
3. Contact Etac or its authorised distributor for support, replacement scheduling, or further clarification.
4. Share this information with relevant colleagues, care facilities, and users.

Further information

The notice has been filed with the MHRA. BHTA members can read the full Field Safety Notice here.