The Forever Metal – Anodised Aluminium
Tasman Medical Trolleys are built using New Zealand-sourced, natural anodised aluminium extrusions and our unique interlocking assembly system.
Often called the “forever metal”, aluminium retains its value and can be recycled repeatedly without losing its essential properties. Its natural anodised finish provides long-lasting protection against corrosion, wear and scratching, helping our trolleys withstand years of demanding use.
We use aluminium throughout our trolley posts, drawers and rails. These components are also easy to clean—simply wash with warm water and a mild detergent, then rinse thoroughly.
Our aluminium extrusions are sourced from two leading New Zealand manufacturers, INEX and McKechnie Aluminium Solutions. Both are committed to responsible manufacturing, efficient resource use, waste reduction and aluminium recycling. INEX recycles its aluminium scrap directly through the Tiwai Point smelter and McKechnie manufactures under independently certified environmental management and carbon-reduction programmes, while continuing to increase recycled content and reduce production emissions. By sourcing locally from these manufacturers, we support New Zealand industry while choosing aluminium produced with greater environmental accountability and care for people throughout the supply chain.
Cabinets & drawer base
Using our unique interlocking assembly system, we combine aluminium with cabinets made from double-sided low-pressure melamine available in a wide range of colours. Melamine panels are made to cope with life’s knocks and carry a 10-year warranty. Our New Zealand-sourced melamine carries Eco Choice Aotearoa accreditation. The tops of cabinets use our 13mm compact laminate.
Melamine is low-maintenance and easy to clean. Simply wipe down with a clean, damp cloth. Spills, slashes, stains and greasy fingerprints should be tackled early with warm water and detergent or a general-purpose spray and wipe cleaner.
Important: Always wipe with a damp cloth, then a dry cloth after cleaning to remove moisture. Never use abrasive cleaners or cleaning tools on Melamine, such as Jif, Vim, Brasso, steel wool or abrasive sponges. We also recommend caution in using bleach and alcohol-based cleaners. Do not use citrus-based cleaners, as these may cause damage and leave an icky residue on the surface.
Drawer base: The drawer base of a Tasman Medical Trolley is made of a moisture-resistant (MR) E0-MDF board with a melamine-impregnated P-grade paper laminate applied to the surface. This makes the surface wear & scratch resistant and an easy clean surface that is chemical resistant.
Compact Laminate
Many of Tasman Medical Trolleys feature Phenolic compact laminate tops and shelves. Made using exceptionally robust & stylish material, our compact laminate is an eco-friendly board that has achieved European CE Certification. Features include fire-resistant, impact-proof, mould & moisture proof, scratch & stain resistant and easy to clean.
Drawers with full extension
Tasman Trolleys drawers feature European-designed full extension steel runners with a total drawer weight rating of 45kgs (including the drawer). Guided by 2 ball cages for easy glide operation. The drawer can be easily detached from the central runner rail. These runners have a limited lifetime warranty. Tasman Trolleys drawers come in three standard height options. Small (83mm internal height), medium (128mm internal height) and large (178mm internal height). It is possible to increase the height of the drawer to accommodate specific sizes. Soft-close runners are also used on our wider trolleys and in particular podiatry Trolleys; however, they can be requested for other products if required.
Shelves
Shelves are made from a 3mm Phenolic compact laminate. These removable and reversible shelves can handle a weight of 60kg. These shelves are easy to clean and can handle detergent & disinfectant wipes.
PureGrip ®
PureGrip® is Tasman Medical’s latest development. This new handle is clean of any screws holes for easy cleaning. The PureGrip® handle is recessed into the drawer front, ensuring smooth, clean lines. Made of anodised aluminium, PureGrip® is a robust handle that is easy to use – perfect for clinical environments.
Castors
Tasman Trolleys use 100mm castors as the standard configuration. Depending on the model, this can be either glass fibre nylon with steel single ball bearings reinforced with a wheel tread of Thermoplastic Rubber TPR 65A elastic with a Shore A hardness of 65. It is a flexible, rubber-like material that combines the properties of plastic and rubber, making it suitable for various applications requiring elasticity and durability. Some models, Dressing and Utility trolleys feature steel castors. With some models and also on request, we can use large castors such as 125mm. Many of our bedside lockers feature 50mm castors. Stainless steel products will feature steel castors as standard.
Colours
Our standard medical trolley drawer & cabinet standard colours are
- Prime Grey (G)
- Prime White (W)
We offer the following premium colours or alternatively, can match to your specific requirements.
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