Funeral Home Stretcher – The Essential Equipment for Every Funeral Home

19 Aug, 2025
Posted by: American Mortuary Coolers

A funeral home stretcher is one of the most vital pieces of equipment used by funeral directors, morticians, hospitals, and removal services. Whether for first calls, body transport, embalming preparation, or cadaver storage, high-quality funeral home stretchers ensure dignity, safety, and efficiency. Choosing the right stretcher can save time, reduce injuries, and provide long-lasting reliability.

At American Mortuary Coolers & Equipment, we supply durable, American-made funeral home stretchers and mortuary stretchers that are trusted nationwide by funeral homes, coroners, hospitals, pathology labs, and medical examiners.

Why a Funeral Home Stretcher Matters

Provides safe transfer of the deceased from homes, hospitals, or accident scenes.
Reduces strain and injury risk for staff with hydraulic, powered, or manual models.
Offers versatility with adjustable heights, side rails, and collapsible designs.
Designed to fit funeral coaches, vans, and removal vehicles seamlessly.

Investing in a funeral home stretcher means reliability, compliance, and efficiency for years to come.

Types of Funeral Home Stretchers

Manual Funeral Home Stretcher – Affordable, durable, easy to operate.
Hydraulic Funeral Home Stretcher – Height adjustable, reduces staff strain.
Powered Funeral Home Stretcher – Motorized lifting for one-person operation.
Oversized Funeral Home Stretcher – Built for bariatric cases and larger cadavers.
First Call Stretcher – Compact, foldable, designed for removals and tight spaces.

Technical Features to Look For

Heavy-duty aluminum frame – lightweight yet strong.
Locking wheels & swivel casters – for secure movement.
Adjustable height settings – ideal for embalming rooms.
Secure straps – to safely transport the deceased.
Compatible with mortuary vans and cots.

Funeral Home Stretcher Accessories

Cot covers for discreet transport.
Straps & belts for safe cadaver handling.
Mattresses & pads for comfort and protection.
Church trucks for chapel services.

🛡️ Warranty & Delivery

All funeral home stretchers come with:

1-Year Parts & Labor Warranty
15-Year Frame Warranty
Direct Nationwide Delivery using our own trucks.

FAQs about Funeral Home Stretchers

Q1: What is the difference between a funeral home stretcher and a mortuary cot?
A funeral home stretcher is primarily for transport, while a mortuary cot is often used for long-term placement and first calls. Many models function as both.

Q2: Can a funeral home stretcher fit inside a funeral coach or removal van?
Yes. Most standard stretchers are designed to fit inside professional removal vehicles.

Q3: Do funeral home stretchers come with covers?
Cot covers are usually an add-on option but highly recommended for discreet transport.

Q4: Are hydraulic funeral home stretchers worth the investment?
Yes. They significantly reduce staff strain, allowing for single-person operation and long-term durability.

Q5: Do you offer bariatric funeral home stretchers?
Yes. Oversized and bariatric models are available for larger body sizes, with reinforced frames and wider platforms.

Looking for the best funeral home stretcher or funeral home stretchers for your funeral home, hospital, or mortuary? Contact American Mortuary Coolers & Equipment today for factory-direct pricing, nationwide delivery, and industry-leading warranties.

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