Brisbane, November 6–7, 2025 — The AAMHP Conference 2025, held at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) Southbank, concluded with a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and safety in healthcare. Among the event’s highlights was CHS Healthcare’s eConnectus, which earned recognition for Best New Product Innovation and was Runner-Up Overall in the AAMHP Innovation Awards.
The Conference That Shapes Tomorrow in Healthcare Innovation
The AAMHP (Australian Association for the Manual Handling of People) Conference brought together healthcare professionals, product innovators, and industry leaders from across Australia. Under the theme “Shaping Tomorrow – Advancing Safety and Care in People Handling,” the event celebrated new ideas and technologies that redefine how patient care and safety are delivered. The two-day conference fostered an environment of learning and collaboration, with presentations and exhibits highlighting how innovation continues to transform care delivery and workplace safety.
eConnectus Recognised in the AAMHP Innovation Awards
With 11 total entries competing for the AAMHP Innovation Award, eConnectus stood out for its groundbreaking design and real-world impact in innovative patient handling. Developed by CHS Healthcare, eConnectus is an exclusive portable ceiling hoist connection system that sets a new benchmark in safety and ease of use for hospitals, aged care, and community settings.
Designed to remove the high-risk overhead reach associated with traditional ceiling hoist connections, eConnectus enables precise, error-free operation using infrared remote-control technology. This allows caregivers to connect a portable ceiling hoist safely and effortlessly from below—reducing physical strain, preventing workplace injuries, and improving overall workflow.
By protecting caregivers and preserving patient dignity, eConnectus represents the next evolution in safe patient handling technology. While the overall Innovation Award was presented to a healthcare application, eConnectus was distinguished as one of the most impactful innovations in patient handling solutions showcased at the event.
A Successful Gathering of Innovation and Collaboration
Throughout the two-day AAMHP Brisbane event, attendees were invited to experience a selection of CHS Healthcare’s innovative patient handling solutions, including portable ceiling hoists, fixed ceiling hoists, and electric pivot frames. Each product embodies CHS Healthcare’s commitment to advancing safety, comfort, and independence across diverse care environments.
The conference was widely regarded as a success, with participants praising its engaging lineup of speakers, practical workshops, and interactive exhibits. Attendees enjoyed connecting with leading brands and solution providers, including CHS Healthcare, who proudly supported the event’s mission of shaping tomorrow’s healthcare.
Shaping Tomorrow, Together
As AAMHP Brisbane 2025 came to a close, one message resonated throughout the halls of BCEC Southbank: “The future of care is being shaped today.” Through innovations like eConnectus, CHS Healthcare is proud to stand alongside the healthcare community in advancing patient handling solutions and supporting safer, more inclusive environments for all.