Guide to customising the right ward cart
In hospitals, healthcare centres, laboratories, and other healthcare environments, carts are needed daily for transporting and storing supplies and equipment. Requirements vary greatly depending on the working environment and intended use, which is why it is important for a ward cart to be flexible and easily adaptable to the user’s needs.
A well-designed ward cart supports ergonomic working practices, improves daily workflows, and keeps essential supplies easily accessible. In this guide, we go through different solutions and accessories that help optimise a ward cart for the right application.
Cannulation and wound care carts: Oiva and Saaga
For cannulation and wound care, the Oiva ward cart with 60 mm and 100 mm deep trays is a practical and versatile solution. In particular, the 100 mm high-edge tray keeps supplies securely in place even while the cart is being moved. In addition to Oiva, we also offer the Saaga ward cart with two 100 mm trays. Saaga is slightly smaller than Oiva and is especially suitable for confined spaces where sufficient storage capacity is still required.
Common accessories for cannulation and wound care carts include:
- holders for waste bins
- holders for sharps containers
- bottle holders for hand disinfectant and skin cleansing agents
- storage bins and dividers
- 3-POD stool with magnetic attachment
- additional shelf/work surface
To optimise space usage, two sharps containers can be placed side by side on the same holder. One of the containers can also be used for regular waste by removing the lid.
A wide range of accessory holders can be attached to the Oiva cart, making it highly adaptable for different healthcare procedures.
The Saaga ward cart is an excellent choice when space is especially limited and there is a need for two 100 mm trays.
Oiva offers flexibility in tray depths and accessory positioning.
Oiva with drawers – more storage space and better organisation
The Oiva ward cart is also available in a drawer-equipped version, providing additional storage space and helping to keep supplies organised.
Oiva with drawers is particularly well suited for:
- medication distribution
- sample collection rounds and storage of blood culture bottles
- various healthcare procedures
- examination rooms
- situations where protected storage space is required
The drawers are positioned underneath the trays and can be designed to open either from the front or the side, depending on the needs of the working environment. Dividers can also be installed inside the drawers to help keep supplies organised and easily accessible.
The drawer-equipped Oiva combines the practicality of an open ward cart with the benefits of protected storage space. At the same time, it retains the well-known advantages of the Oiva cart:
- compact size
- lightweight manoeuvrability
- ergonomic push handles
- versatile accessory options
Sample collection cart for ward rounds: Oiva
Special attention has been paid to the needs of mobile sample collection in the design of the Oiva cart, which is why it is a popular solution for laboratory ward rounds. Sample collection equipment requires a considerable amount of space, which is why a three-tray configuration is recommended. Trays with depths of 45 mm and 60 mm are particularly suitable for sample tubes and smaller supplies.
Popular accessories for sample collection carts include:
- holders for waste and sharps containers
- bottle holders
- holders for phones and tube mixers
- tape roll holder
- 3-POD stool
Ergonomics are especially important in mobile sample collection. The adjustable 3-POD stool supports a good working posture and helps reduce strain on the back during long working days.
For sample collection, the Oiva ward cart with three trays in 45 mm and 60 mm depths is a suitable solution.
Medication cart
A ward cart should be easy to manoeuvre, stable, and ergonomic to use even during longer distances. For this reason, the Oiva cart is a popular choice for medication distribution. In medication carts, 45 mm and 60 mm trays together with storage bins equipped with dividers work especially well. A silicone mat is recommended underneath the storage bins to reduce noise from plastic containers while the cart is being moved.
Popular accessories for medication carts include:
- waste bins
- holders for sharps containers
- holders for hand disinfectant bottles
- storage bins and dividers
The drawer-equipped Oiva is an especially good option for medication distribution when medicines and supplies need to be stored systematically and partially protected.
The Oiva ward cart with 45 mm and 60 mm trays is a good choice for use as a medication cart. A drawer-equipped version is also an excellent option when additional organised and protected storage space is needed for medicines and supplies.
Flexibility makes everyday work easier
Healthcare environments and requirements vary greatly. That is why flexibility is an important feature in a ward cart. Oiva and Saaga carts can be equipped with different trays, drawers, accessories, and holders according to the intended use.
A customisable cart:
- improves workflow efficiency
- reduces unnecessary movements
- keeps essential supplies easily accessible
- improves ergonomics
- simplifies cleaning and maintenance
Durable materials and easy cleaning
All our ward carts are manufactured from durable and long-lasting materials such as powder-coated steel and aluminium. The materials withstand the cleaning and disinfecting agents commonly used in healthcare environments very well.
Special attention has been paid in the design of the carts to easy cleaning, hygiene, durability and safe use.
We use as much recycled steel as possible in our production, and all metal waste generated during manufacturing is recycled.
Need help choosing the right ward cart?
We are happy to help you find the right solution for your working environment. All our carts can be customised according to the intended application and specific needs.
About Us
Innopart is a Finnish manufacturer of laboratory and hospital carts that combines ergonomics, functionality, and sustainable design for modern healthcare environments. We develop our products in close cooperation with healthcare professionals to make daily work smoother, more ergonomic, and more efficient.
Our history is built on strong practical expertise and long experience in the technology industry. Innopart Oy was founded in 2010 when Ilmo Mässeli, who had manufactured sample collection carts for laboratory needs, found a successor in Kimmo Niska. As a result of this collaboration, Innopart’s first product was created – the Keisi sample collection cart, which remains one of our most recognised and appreciated products today.
Over the years, we have continuously developed our products based on customer feedback. Our goal is to provide solutions that genuinely support everyday healthcare work: efficient workflows, good ergonomics, easy cleaning, and a long service life.
All our products are designed and manufactured in Finland using high-quality and durable materials. We use as much recycled steel as possible in our production, and all metal waste generated during manufacturing is recycled. Long product lifespan and responsible manufacturing are an essential part of Innopart’s operations.
Innopart is known for its customer-oriented and approachable way of working. For us, it is important to understand our customers’ working environments and find solutions that truly meet their needs. That is why our products are flexible, and our wide range of accessories allows the carts to be adapted for different applications.
Today, Innopart products are used in laboratories, hospitals, healthcare centres, and other care environments both in Finland and internationally. All our products share the same core values: high quality, durability, and user-friendly solutions that make everyday work smoother.
In the future, we will continue developing new innovative products that respond to the changing needs of healthcare – responsibly, in close dialogue with users, and proudly manufactured in Finland.