It's a noble gesture, John ... and yes, a database of available ventilators would be useful.
It will be interesting to see what response you get ... as I doubt that too many have been squirreled away; and any that are could well be obsolete (or unserviceable), anyway.
But, say that your can round up a dozen or so ... who is going to re-commission and (or) service them? And will consumables, servicing kits and what-have-you still be available?
Another consideration that comes to mind is that of staff training (on "unfamiliar" ventilators) - especially as they will be very busy, anyway.
Are you thinking about modern ICU-type vents ... or would Manleys
et al* also be of interest?
Maybe we need to re-call some of the Greybeard Biomeds out of retirement (or out from their Care Homes)!
*
I used to know where a Cape-Waine was still being used, but I imagine (hope) that one has gone by now.
