An electric hospital bed constructed with durable materials is engineered for long term reliability and a low total cost of ownership in the demanding 24/7 healthcare environment. Durability is engineered into every component, starting with the frame, which is typically made from high tensile, cold rolled steel with reinforced welds at all critical stress points to resist flexing and deformation under load. The electric actuators and drive mechanisms are industrial grade, designed for thousands of cycles of smooth, quiet operation. The surface finish is a high quality, scratch resistant, and chemical resistant powder coating that can withstand aggressive and frequent cleaning with hospital grade disinfectants without degrading. All mechanical components, including the cranks (if present for manual override) and caster stems, are built to resist wear and tear. This robust construction ensures the bed can safely support patients and attached medical equipment for many years with minimal maintenance or risk of failure. Investing in a bed with truly durable materials translates to unwavering operational reliability that clinical staff can depend on, reduced downtime, and a longer service life, making it a financially sound and operationally critical asset for any hospital, nursing home, or long term care facility.