20/10/2025
Pafford further improves patient outcomes by awarding major powered stretcher and fastener contract to Ferno
Pafford Medical Services has awarded a contract for their entire fleet of more than 400 powered stretchers and fastening systems to Ferno, including their innovative Power X2 and Power F2 solutions.
Commencing immediately, Pafford returns to Ferno after 8 years and the two parties have agreed a long-term partnership.
Thanks to innovations which avoid the need for operators to push or lift patients at any time, Pafford expects to reduce the number of back and shoulder injuries for operators, while further improving patient care due to fast and simple operations.
Clay Hobbs, Pafford Chief Operating Officer, said of the award, ‘We ran a highly comprehensive RFP process, conducting thorough testing, visiting Ferno facilities to interrogate manufacturing and assembly, and reviewing in detail the future service network.’
‘Following our evaluation Ferno products achieved the highest score in every single category. Couple this with the real spirit of partnership and people that was so key for us, we have 100% confidence that Ferno is the ideal choice for Pafford for the years ahead. This initiative is going to improve measurable safety outcomes for crews and patients alike, while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
Pafford praised the speed with which the new products can transfer patients safely into a vehicle, while also protecting operators and patients when unloading.
Summarizing the new contract award and partner selection, Hobbs said ‘It’s a new day at Ferno - the business they are today, and their new products are a re-establishment of their mission and vision to support the entire EMS industry. Ferno has listened and responded to the pre-hospital needs of our industry.’
With more than 350,000 responses every year, Pafford is celebrating their 58th year of business, while Ferno themselves celebrate their 70th anniversary in 2025.
Renee LaPine, President and CEO of Ferno, commented, ‘We’re absolutely thrilled to be trusted by an industry leader like Pafford to protect their operators and patients with our powered stretchers and fastening systems.’
‘For 70 years our mission has been about making a difference to people’s lives, and we’re proud that Pafford has selected Ferno to support their mission and continued growth.'
‘Our new Power X2 stretcher is designed for measurable outcomes – 54% better ergonomics, up to 100% more battery power, significantly greater access for bariatric patients, 34% more manoeuvrable over grass, and 14% greater tip stability.’
LaPine concluded, ‘Thank you to all at Pafford for choosing Ferno, and thank you also to everyone at Ferno for their continued hard work and dedication to make a difference to the EMS industry.’
