Sked now has the Sked/Cobra side release buckles that are dependable and strong enough to meet the needs of securing a patient into a Sked® stretcher without the danger of breakage. These buckles are rated at 3,000 pounds. When they are under tension they are very hard to release thus accidental release under tension is not an issue. With these buckles you will no longer have to weave the webbing through the buckles when packaging a patient. Patient packaging is often done in about half of the time as when using the original steel buckles.
They dramatically speed up the patient packaging because of the ease of using them. The challenge of finding a quick connect/quick release buckle for the Sked has finally been met | These buckles are rated at 3 thousand pounds | They are durable and easy to use | When they are under tension they are very hard to release thus accidental release under tension is not an issue | With these buckles you will no longer have to weave the webbing through the buckles when packaging a patient | Patient packaging is often done in about half of the time as when using the original steel buckles.
The Sked-Evac® Aluminum Side Release Buckle Conversion Kit (Model SK-208C) is a premium upgrade for Sked® stretchers, designed to enhance speed, strength, and ease of use during patient packaging and rescue operations. This kit replaces the standard plastic buckles with robust aluminum side-release buckles, significantly improving durability and performance in high-stress and demanding rescue environments.
The side-release design allows for faster securing and releasing of the patient, even with gloved hands or in adverse conditions. Made from high-grade anodized aluminum, the buckles resist corrosion, wear, and deformation—making them ideal for frequent use in fire/rescue, tactical, or industrial settings.
Key Features:
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Aluminum Side-Release Buckles: Stronger and more durable than standard plastic; ideal for heavy-duty use.
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Improved Efficiency: Allows quicker patient packaging and release in time-critical situations.
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Rugged Construction: Buckles are made of anodized aluminum for corrosion resistance and long-lasting performance.
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Full Conversion Kit: Includes all necessary straps and hardware to upgrade an existing Sked® stretcher.
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Compatible with Sked® Stretchers: Designed specifically for use with standard Sked-Evac® systems.
Applications:
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Rescue teams requiring enhanced durability and faster operation
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Confined space, mountain, marine, and helicopter rescue
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Fire departments, military medics, and industrial safety professionals
Upgrade your stretcher’s performance with the Sked-Evac® Aluminum Side Release Buckle Conversion Kit SK-208C, giving your team the reliability and speed needed when every second counts.
