7 Easy Ways to Improve Workplace Health and Wellbeing
Workplace wellbeing has been a focus for business and governments in recent years. Promoting a strong culture of health and wellbeing in the workplace has flow-on effects, for the workers, their families and the community. What is Workplace Wellbeing? Workplace health and wellbeing is a holistic approach to organisations looking after the physical and mental […]
4 Portable Office Essentials – Does Your Mobile Workforce Have Them?
Workers are on the move like never before. Today many of us split our time between the office, home, coworking spaces, and client sites. With the right equipment, you can take your perfect office setup with you and be productive anywhere. We think there are four essential items for people who work all over the […]
Is the Air and Lighting in Your Office Making Staff Less Productive?
Few people realise the impact office light and air quality has on ergonomics and productivity. Office ergonomics has expanded to include more than workstations. We now know that environmental factors including air and light quality impacts on the health, comfort and productivity of workers. Improving lighting and air quality at work can increase employee wellbeing, happiness and […]
Standing Vs Sitting At a Desk – Which is Better for You?
Health experts have debated the benefits of standing versus sitting for years. For a while, they thought standing could solve the health problems of all sedentary office workers. But we’ve since learned that throwing away the chair and standing all day isn’t the answer. Sitting and standing for long periods have their pros and cons […]
5 Simple Neck and Shoulder Stretches You Can Do at Your Desk
Working at a desk all day can wreak havoc on your neck and shoulders. Sitting or standing for long periods causes stiffness and tension particularly if you have poor posture. There are some stretches that are quick and easy to do at your desk that can relieve neck strain and shoulder pain. So, if you’re […]
Posture Balance – A New Revolution in Chair Technology
We take the opportunity to advise that Ergolink have proudly joined the Posture Balance™ distribution network. Designed and manufactured in Australia, we are delighted to introduce bExact as the only chair that truly knows you! So simple and quick to adjust, bExact responds to your size and shape with a perfect fit. If your chair […]
Supply Update – Therapod Chairs Nov 2019
Therapod Chairs – Supply Update! As it stands now, the Therapod range of chairs in Australia are temporarily unavailable. We do not see supply restarting until sometime next year and even then, we are unsure what models will be available or pricing. The situation Therapod is the company that owns the proprietary rights to the […]
End of the Evoluent Cordless Keyboard
Australia’s most popular ergonomic compact wireless keyboard, the Evoluent Compact Keyboard – wireless (cordless) version (SKU-11CECL) has stopped production and will be discontinued. Ergolink still has a limited number of these in stock but once they run out no more will be available. Please note that the Corded (wired) version (SKU 11CE) and the Reduced Reach (Left-handed) corded version (SKU […]
2019 Christmas and New Year Trading Hours
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! Thanks for a great 2019 Ergolink’s trading hours over the 2019 Christmas & New Year period. Online Orders Open – some delays to processing and shipment may be possible due to public holidays etc. Showroom & Office Closing – Wednesday 18th Dec @ 5.00 pm Closed – Thursday 19th December 2019 to Tuesday 7th Jan 2020 (Inclusive) Reopen – Wednesday […]
4 Warning Signs your Workstation Isn’t Ergonomic
Many people can’t tell the difference between a workstation that’s ergonomic and one that can cause you harm. We spend a large portion of our lives at work, so having a workstation that is comfortable and ergonomic is important for our health. Here are 4 warning signs to look out for to ensure your workstation […]
The Truth About Open Plan Offices – Do They Really Work?
Love them or hate them, you’ll find open-plan offices everywhere. The open-plan office style became popular two decades ago. In a pursuit to provide a more productive and collaborative work environment, the cubicle walls came down, and the managers moved out of their offices. But is the open-plan office layout really working? New research and […]
Does Your Workplace Need an Ergonomic Assessment?
Poor ergonomics in the workplace can cause musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Musculoskeletal disorders are injuries of the muscles, nerves, tendons, joints, cartilage, and spinal discs. These types of injuries and disorders can take years to heal, and they’re associated with high costs to businesses. If you’re unsure if your workspace is ergonomically designed, then it might […]
5 Ways to Convince Your Boss You Need an Ergonomic Chair
There’s no doubt an ergonomic chair can make all the difference to your workday. An office chair can only be ergonomic if it matches the body shape and type of work of the user. A good quality ergonomic chair doesn’t come cheap, so you will need to put forward a good case as to why […]
How Tall Should My Office Desk Be?
Finding the ideal desk height is an important, but often overlooked, part of office ergonomics. Many workers don’t give it any thought and concentrate on other parts of their workstation such as the chair and monitor. But finding the perfect work surface height can go a long way to improving your comfort, safety and productivity […]
The Best Indoor Office Plants to Reduce Stress and Purify the Air
Employees are greening their offices to take advantage of the health benefits indoor plants provide. Office ergonomics isn’t just about the equipment we use, it’s the whole environment. Indoor plants can make us feel less stressed, improve the quality of the air and visual appeal of an office. The Health Benefits of Indoor Plants Office […]
7 Lower Back Stretches You Can Do at Work
If you’ve ever suffered a bad back, you’ll know how important it is to look after it. A sore back can make it difficult to sit, walk, drive, cook, exercise; it impacts almost every aspect of your life. But you can take steps to build a strong back keeping yourself free of debilitating back injuries. Many exercises and […]