Tollos
Lifting the Burden of Patient Care

With no-lift policies reshaping patient care, healthcare facilities are under growing pressure to protect both patients and caregivers. The need is especially critical in acute care, where complex, large-scale lifting demands are the norm. Long-term care environments, on the other hand, tilt more toward ongoing safety, comfort, and rehabilitation. Modern lifting solutions address both settings, minimizing the risks of manual transfers while building caregiver confidence.

At the forefront of this shift, Tollos delivers smart lifting solutions that help hospitals and caregivers adapt and thrive. While the company serves acute and long-term care, its primary focus is on acute care facilities. Its portfolio spans mobile and ceiling lift systems, slings, and accessories designed to integrate seamlessly into clinical practice.

“Durability drives our design, but client needs guide our innovation,” says Jason Treslove, COO. “This duality enables us to build solutions that truly make care safer, smoother, and more human-centered.”

The company has built a wide range of solutions for safe patient handling—from basic mobility aids to ergonomically designed equipment—expanding into sit-to-stand and assisted mobility devices that support patients with partial independence. Its portfolio now includes widely adopted ceiling lifts alongside mobile options, all complemented by custom-fit slings that ensure safe, effortless transfers tailored to each patient’s size and comfort.

Recognizing that every healthcare environment has distinct needs, Tollos designs user-friendly equipment with smart technology. Its mobile and ceiling lifts feature simple hand controls, intuitive sling attachments, and advanced circuitry with redundant safety systems. These include current limiters to prevent overload, service reminders, and built-in scales for weighing patients during transfers, streamlining tasks for nursing staff and personal support workers.

Each installation begins with a detailed walkthrough of the facility to account for layout, patient volumes, and care requirements. Whether it’s linear lift systems or advanced XY configurations that provide complete room coverage with smooth transitions into adjoining spaces, Tollos ensures every specification is implemented with precision. For bariatric care in particular, its ceiling lifts accommodate weights from 450 to 1,000 pounds, giving facilities confidence in their ability to serve diverse patient populations.

To maximize impact, Tollos supports its solutions with comprehensive training. Initial sessions with practical trainers empower healthcare professionals to use devices effectively, while annual retraining and on-demand workshops reinforce best practices. Video resources and live demonstrations further supplement the program, ensuring training stays aligned with technology. When every caregiver understands safe handling and repositioning protocols, turnover decreases and overall safety improves.

A recent long-term care installation in the southern U.S. illustrates these capabilities well. The facility had previously operated without lifting devices, but after adopting Tollos systems across every room, it reported fewer workplace injury claims, greater patient comfort, and improved mobility outcomes. To date, the company continues to support the site through ongoing maintenance as a partner invested in long-term success.

Behind this success is the Tollos team, whose decades-long dedication to design and service excellence drives meaningful improvements. Their enduring expertise enables the company to maintain high standards while exploring new opportunities. Recently, Tollos partnered with a European manufacturer to introduce a lightweight, cost-effective lift tailored for long-term care and home settings.

This innovation expands access for facilities often constrained by limited funding, ensuring that safety is no longer a privilege but a standard. Building on a legacy of durable engineering and guided by a client-focused, innovative design philosophy, Tollos is shaping the future of patient safety and caregiver well-being, where reliable solutions meet the realities of modern care.