Surgical and Exam Tables and Chairs: Maintenance and Repair by Auxo Medical
Reliable tables and chairs are essential for safe, efficient patient care. Auxo Medical delivers comprehensive maintenance and repair services for surgical tables, exam tables, and procedure chairs to reduce downtime, extend asset life, and support accreditation readiness.
What we service
- Surgical/OR tables: general surgery, orthopedic, imaging/radiolucent, bariatric, specialty positioning
- Exam and procedure tables: primary care, specialty clinics, outpatient surgery
- Procedure chairs: OB/GYN, ENT, ophthalmology, podiatry, dermatology, pain management, infusion, phlebotomy
- Popular brands we service (including but not limited to): Steris, Skytron, Maquet/Getinge, Stryker, Hillrom, Midmark, Ritter, Brewer, UMF, Oakworks, Clinton, Hausmann, Reliance/Haag-Streit
Preventive maintenance that prevents downtime
Our PMs follow manufacturer IFUs and industry best practices to find and fix small issues before they become failures.
Surgical/OR table PM checklist:
- Functional testing: height, back, leg, lateral tilt, Trendelenburg/reverse, kidney elevator
- Load and stability checks; brake/lock performance and floor traction
- Electrical safety test and ground continuity
- Inspection of power cords, connectors, hand pendants, footswitches, limit switches
- Hydraulic system: leaks, hoses, seals, oil condition/level (where applicable)
- Electric actuator health: travel, noise, current draw, end-stop calibration
- Mechanical inspection: bearings, gears, couplers, side rail integrity
- Table top/sections and radiolucent panels: cracks, alignment, cassette operation (if equipped)
- Fasteners, covers, column shrouds, base integrity
- Cleaning, lubrication, adjustments, and PM documentation
Exam/procedure table PM checklist:
- Motion tests: height, back, tilt; smooth start/stop and full range
- Stirrups, drawer slides, articulating head/leg sections
- Electrical safety, fuses, transformers, wiring, controls
- Gas springs, limit switches, actuators; foot/hand controls
- Casters/leveling feet, base covers, accessory mounts
- Upholstery condition and foam support
- Cleaning, lubrication, adjustments, and documentation
Procedure chair PM checklist:
- Lift/back/tilt/Trendelenburg operations; rotation and rotation lock/brake
- Armrests, headrest, leg/foot sections: alignment, lock, detents, quick-release
- Control systems: hand/foot pendant, memory presets, auto-return, lockouts
- Column and base: wobble/play, pedestal seals, floor traction
- Electrical safety; power supplies, transformers, batteries (where applicable)
- Actuators and gearboxes: noise, backlash, current draw; limit calibration
- Casters or floor mounts; chair leveling and glide feet
- Upholstery seams and foam integrity; infection-control surfaces
- Cleaning, lubrication, adjustments, and documentation
Fast, expert repairs
When issues arise, we diagnose quickly and repair with quality parts to restore performance and safety.
Common surgical table repairs:
- Hydraulic leaks, pump service, hose/seal replacement, fluid service
- Electric actuator replacement; controller/PCB troubleshooting
- Brake and caster assemblies; pedal/linkage repairs
- Hand pendant and footswitch replacement; cable/connector repairs
- Power supply issues, fuses, main cord/plug replacement
- Limit sensor replacement and calibration
- Accessory rail repair and side rail alignment
- Section hinge and pad/top replacements
Common exam table and procedure chair repairs:
- Lift/back actuators, transformers, control boards, switches, wiring
- Pendant, touchpad, or foot control failures and replacement
- Memory position faults; homing/end-stop calibration
- Gas spring replacement and alignment
- Rotation brake/lock service; column wobble/play correction
- Drawer slide and hardware replacement
- Upholstery tears, foam breakdown, reupholstery
- Battery diagnosis/replacement (if equipped)
Value-added services:
- Installation, relocation, and deinstallation
- Refurbishment and aesthetic refresh
- Battery replacements and charger checks (where applicable)
- Replacement pads/tops; accessory sourcing
Upholstery and pad services
- Medical-grade, antimicrobial vinyls in a wide color range
- Foam density options for comfort and pressure distribution
- Heat-sealed seams and infection-control friendly designs
- OR table pads, exam table tops, and chair-specific pads (armrests, headrests, leg sections)
- On-site or quick-turn reupholstery, depending on model and volume
Compliance-ready documentation
We help support your regulatory and accreditation needs:
- Maintenance aligned to OEM IFUs and intervals
- Electrical safety checks and leakage/ground verification
- Detailed service reports, asset tagging, and PM due labels
- Calibration documentation where applicable
- Support for medical equipment management plans (e.g., The Joint Commission, DNV, CMS)
Service options to fit your facility
- Full service agreements: scheduled PM plus break-fix coverage
- PM-only plans: compliance-focused maintenance with priority repair scheduling
- Time-and-materials: on-demand troubleshooting and repairs
- Multi-site and multi-asset programs: standardized care across departments
How our process works
- Assess: Inventory and baseline condition check
- Plan: Customized maintenance schedule and scope
- Service: On-time PMs and responsive repairs
- Report: Clear documentation and recommendations
- Optimize: Parts planning, upgrades, and lifecycle insights
Signs your table or chair needs service
- Drifting height/tilt, uneven movement, or motion stalls under load
- Unusual noises, grinding, or vibration during operation
- Hydraulic fluid present inside covers or on the floor
- Error codes, unresponsive hand/foot controls, or lost memory presets
- Worn/torn upholstery, exposed foam, hard “bottoming out”
- Rotation or base brakes not holding; wobble at the column
- Frayed power cords, intermittent power, or tripped breakers
- Loose armrests/headrest or slipping leg/foot sections
Schedule an inspection at the first sign of trouble to prevent escalation and downtime.
Why Auxo Medical
- Manufacturer-informed PM procedures and trained technicians
- Quality parts, careful workmanship, and attention to detail
- Clear communication, upfront estimates, and post-service reporting
- Flexible scheduling to minimize disruption to patient care
- One partner for both biomedical and sterile processing equipment
Frequently asked questions
Q: How often should surgical tables, exam tables, and procedure chairs receive PM?
A: Many devices benefit from at least annual PM; high-use OR tables and procedure chairs often warrant semiannual checks. We tailor intervals to OEM guidance, usage, and risk.
Q: Do you service ophthalmic, ENT, and OB/GYN procedure chairs?
A: Yes. We maintain and repair a wide range of specialty procedure chairs, including controls, memory presets, rotation locks, and upholstery.
Q: Can you reupholster chairs and match our facility colors?
A: Yes. We offer medical-grade vinyls in many colors, heat-sealed seams, and foam options. We can often match existing palettes.
Q: Will I receive documentation suitable for accreditation surveys?
A: Yes. You’ll receive detailed service reports, PM labels, calibration notes (where applicable), and asset records aligned with compliance needs.
Q: What if parts are discontinued?
A: We source OEM or equivalent high-quality parts when available and provide repair or replacement options when components are end-of-life.
Q: Can you help decide between repair and replacement?
A: Absolutely. We provide cost-of-repair vs. replacement guidance, lead times, and lifecycle considerations.
Ready to schedule service?
Keep your surgical and exam tables and procedure chairs safe, compliant, and ready for every case. Contact Auxo Medical to request a quote or schedule preventive maintenance and repairs.