Description
Harloff Malignant Hyperthermia Cart – Deluxe Refrigerated MH Emergency Solution
In a life-saving event where seconds count, the Harloff Malignant Hyperthermia Cart prepares your team for whatever can happen. Ideal for quick access, temperature-controlled storage, and assured reliability, this M-series emergency cart is relied on by surgical facilities the world over.
Be ready for every MH crisis. The Hyperthermia Cart features the highest quality refrigeration and locking container in one cart, designed to keep everything organized and easy to move.
Malignant Hyperthermia Cart – Built-In Refrigerator & Secure Lock
The Harloff malignant hyperthermia cart is a specialized emergency cart for surgical centers, healthcare facilities, and anesthesia departments. It provides rapid access to drugs such as dantrolene, cold saline, and IV supplies to treat malignant hyperthermia quickly and efficiently.
Made of heavy-duty powder-coated steel and featuring a medical-grade refrigerator, this refrigerated MH cart keeps 2°C-8°C for temperature-sensitive medications. Each feature- from the lockable drawers to the modular accessories and 5″ casters- is built-to-last for peak performance in accordance with MHAUS and AANA guidelines.
- Instant availability of all MH emergency supplies in one mobile unit
- The * Dependable Cold Storage for life-saving, temperature-sensitive drugs
- 100% Compliant, treatable and easy to clean
Each cart arrives complete for MH crisis preparedness.
Included components:
- 1 x Undercounter medical refrigerator (Follett or AccuCold)
- 2 x Full-extension drawers with removable dividers
- 1 × Hospital-grade plastic worktop (easy-clean surface)
- 1 × Chart/document holder for emergency procedures
- 1 × Waste container bracket
- 1 × Drawer label kit with ID cards
- 4 × 5″ hospital casters (2 braked, one tracking)
- 1 × Key or Quick-release lock system
Technical Specifications About Malignant Hyperthermia Carts
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Construction | 20-gauge powder-coated steel body, hospital-grade plastic top |
| Refrigeration | Built-in Follett® or AccuCold® compressor refrigerator, maintains 2 °C–8 °C |
| Drawer Configuration | 2–3 drawers (full-extension, locking) |
| Lock Type | Key lock or breakaway seal |
| Casters | 5″ hospital-grade (2 braking, 1 tracking) |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 48.5″ × 37.5″ × 26″ |
| Weight | 188 lbs (shipping ≈ 227 lbs) |
Harloff Malignant Hyperthermia Cart Models
| Model | Refrigerator Size | Drawer Count | Lock Type | Dimensions (H×W×D) | Ideal Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MH5200B | 1.8 cu ft | 2 drawers | Breakaway | 48.5″ × 37.5″ × 26″ | High-capacity ORs |
| MH5216B | 1.0 cu ft | 2 drawers | Key lock | 43″ × 35″ × 25″ | Ambulatory / ASC |
| MDS2430K02-MH1 | 1.7 cu ft | 3 drawers | Key lock | 46″ × 36″ × 26″ | Hybrid theatres / ICUs |
Key Features - Emergency Cart for Malignant Hyperthermia
- Precise 2–8 °C temperature control by a medical-grade refrigerator
- Locking drawers keep dantrolene, saline, syringes, catheters and IV kits organised
- Durable 20-gauge powder-coated steel
- Key or breakaway locks for access control in emergencies
- 5″ Quiet-rolling casters for easy transport in OR corridors
- Space-saving design for room-challenged surgical facilities
- Antimicrobial plastic top to help prevent the spread of germs and resist odours or stains caused by bacteria or mildew.
- Complies with MHAUS/AANA MH crisis protocol
- Optional layouts and side accessory support platform
Optional upgrades:
- IV pole and oxygen bottle holder
- Defibrillator tray mount
- Sharps and glove box holders
- Add-on side bins for syringes and vials
(All attachments are available as factory-installed options or can be purchased separately.)
Compliance & Standards
- Designed to meet or exceed top clinical safety standards:
- MHAUS (Malignant Hyperthermia Association of the U.S.)** stock inventory
- AANA (American Association of Nurse Anesthesiologists) emergency preparedness suggestions
- Malignant hyperthermia cart joint commission and CMS ready storage and audit standards
- cold storage compliance for drugs and fluids**
- ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing made in the USA
Hyperthermia Cart Operational Readiness & Maintenance
MH readiness is essential to safeguard patients.
Recommended schedule:
- Daily – Check refrigerator temperature (2–8 °C) and power light
- 1x/week: Drug Drawers - Review for depleted items and expired vials or saline. Replace as needed
- Test caster mobility, lock function and seals Monthly
- On the quarter, for the hyperthermia cart Joint Commission, compare temperature logs and audit results
Clinical Use Cases for Malignant Hyperthermia Cart
Wherever triggering anesthetics are administered, an MH cart must be available. Common placement areas:
- Main Operating Rooms (OR)
- Anesthesia induction areas
- Ambulatory Surgery Centres (ASC)
- Dental and ophthalmic surgical suites
- PACU / ICU units
Important FAQs about Harloff Malignant Hyperthermia Cart
What is a malignant hyperthermia cart?
A malignant hyperthermia cart is a specialised movable container containing dantrolene, cold saline, and emergency items. The Harloff Malignant Hyperthermia cart has a medical-grade refrigerator and lockable drawers for prompt, easy access during an MH emergency.
Dantrolene: How much should be kept in an MH cart?
It is recommended (MHAUS) that sufficient dantrolene be available to treat at least a 70 kg patient, usually ≥36 vials (20 mg each), with additional doses for CNA readily accessible. The drawers fit full-protocol dantrolene stock in the Harloff MH cart.
At what temperature does the refrigerator in the MH cart need to hold?
We are talking about the temperature of a cold saline bag, ice packs, and insulin, which need to be kept at 2 °C–8 °C for refrigerated MH Carts. A medical-grade compressor in the Harloff cart provides reliable cooling with a visible temperature display.
Where would the MH cart be found in a hospital?
Position the MH cart in or near the anesthesia induction room or operating room (OR) with triggering agents so that it can be accessed within minutes.
How frequently should the MH hyperthermia cart be inspected?
Check the emergency cart for malignant hyperthermia
once per week to verify that drugs are not expired, that temperature logs are completed, and that the unit is in good mechanical condition. Monthly checks should also be made to ensure that authorized equipment is available.
Available accessories:
- Defibrillator platform or monitor shelf
- Adjacent bins for small instruments and syringes
- Suitable to accommodate the sharps container holder and the waste bin bracket
- Adjustable drawer dividers
- Glove dispenser and document pocket
- Brushed stainless steel or custom powder coat, OR zoning colour options
- Every cart can be finished, and accessories can be installed from the factory according to your requested specifications.
Data Sheets
Warranty: 12-month limited manufacturer warranty
Lead time: Generally available 2–4 weeks (pre-assembled; ready to be freighted)
Packaging: Crates for the best shipping protection
Made in the USA: Products sold by Safe Harbour Access Systems are made and tested in the United States.
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