4 Advantages of Unistrut for Medical Light Supports

4 Advantages of Unistrut for Medical Light Supports

September 20, 2023

In this article, we explore the advantages of utilizing Unistrut’s channel profiles and metal framing systems for medical light supports. We will also provide a helpful checklist to ensure you receive a precise quote on light support design assistance, enabling a tailored solution that meets your specific needs. Discover why Unistrut is the preferred choice for reliable and efficient medical light supports in healthcare environments.

Advantages of Unistrut Medical Light Supports

Let's explore the key advantages that Unistrut Medical Light Supports bring to the table:

  1. Adjustable and Adaptable Support System:
    Unistrut channel profiles serve as a versatile and adjustable support system for medical lights. Surgical lights often require a "medium duty" support system utilizing standard Unistrut Channels, Fittings, and Beam Clamps. On the other hand, exam lights typically necessitate "light duty" support using smaller Unistrut profiles but similar fittings and hardware. Unistrut's adaptability allows for customized solutions, ensuring the proper support and alignment of medical lights in any healthcare setting.
  2. Secure Bolted Connections and Metal Framing:
    Unistrut's metal framing systems provide secure bolted connections, ensuring stability and safety for medical light supports. The robust construction of Unistrut channel profiles and their compatibility with a wide range of fittings and hardware guarantees a secure foundation for surgical and exam lighting fixtures. The bolted connections offer enhanced reliability, minimizing the risk of accidents or disruptions during critical medical procedures.
  3. Enhanced Adjustability for Precision Lighting:
    Unistrut's adjustability plays a crucial role in achieving precise lighting in medical environments. By utilizing Unistrut channel profiles, healthcare professionals can easily position and align surgical and exam lights to optimize visibility and ensure accurate illumination during procedures. The ability to fine-tune the lighting setup enhances patient care, surgeon efficiency, and overall surgical outcomes.
  4. Turnkey Solutions from a Trusted Provider:
    Unistrut serves as a comprehensive solution provider for medical light supports, offering a turnkey approach to meet the unique needs of healthcare facilities. With its expertise in channel profiles, metal framing systems, and associated fittings, Unistrut delivers reliable solutions tailored to specific surgical and exam lighting requirements. From design to installation, Unistrut ensures a seamless and efficient process, providing peace of mind for healthcare professionals.


    Checklist for Receiving a Precise Quote for Light Support Design Assistance

    To receive a precise quote for light support design assistance, consider the following checklist:

    1. Make and model of the light/boom: We will use this to determine the design load and moment of the system. The model will also provide the connection requirements of the support plates to the support structure.
    2. Provide structural details:
      Indicate the support system's source, whether it will be supported by steelwork, and specify the spacing and orientation of the steel beams if applicable. This information helps in designing a support system that seamlessly integrates with the existing structure.
    3. Share elevation details:
      Provide information about the finished ceiling height and the finished floor-to-deck height. These measurements are crucial for designing a support system that aligns with the specific spatial constraints of the medical facility.
    4. Consider special project requirements:
      If your project has unique considerations that may influence the design, such as space constraints or specific regulations, communicate those requirements to ensure a customized solution

Unistrut Midwest Medical Light Support Quote Checklist


    As a turnkey solution provider, Unistrut offers comprehensive support throughout the entire process, from design to installation. Their expertise in channel profiles, metal framing systems, and associated fittings ensures customized solutions that meet the unique requirements of healthcare facilities. 

    Whether it's a "medium duty" Unistrut support system for surgical lights or a "light duty" support for exam lights, Unistrut delivers reliable and efficient support solutions.  Contact our team today!