Standing Mats
The latest addition to the office landscape has been the standing desk. In conjunction with these desks are one of its main accessories – the anti-fatigue or standing mat. They do feel great under your feet and I believe a good mat can help in the reduction of fatigue – however, there a few things […]
7 things to consider when choosing a Monitor Arm
VESA Mount holes: These are four holes in a square pattern on the back of your monitor that allow for a VESA bracket to be screwed on. They are spaced either 75 mm or 100 mm apart. Some newer model monitors do not have VESA holes. Without these the screens cannot be mounted to most […]
Why use a telephone headset?
Once viewed as a luxury item in the office, a headset is now a critical element of a good office setup. The speed and demands of work gets faster and heavier every day, and great communication is a critical part of business. The use of a good quality headset can greatly improve efficiency and comfort […]
Rollin On
Rollin’ on…. Most people think that a chair castor (wheel) is not important and they are all the same – not so. Did you know that the right castors can make or break the performance of your chair? It’s amazing to hear the number of people who are frustrated with broken, missing or generally misbehaving wheels […]
Monitor Arms
If you’re thinking about monitor arms to help improve your ergonomic set up, take the time to consider what it is you really need. Do you have one monitor or two? More? How big & how heavy are the screens? 21inch? 24 inch? & in which profile will you need the screens? Will you need […]
All you need to know about ergonomic mice
What is an ergonomic mouse? An ergonomic mouse is a computer mouse designed to put the arm and wrist to a more natural position, in order to assist in preventing, or rehabilitating injury. Why is there a problem with a “normal” mouse? The computer mouse was originally designed for function rather than ergonomic design. Indeed “fashionable” styles […]
Calculating Return on Investment Ergonomic Interventions
Calculating Return On Investment on Ergonomics By Johnathan Puleio, CPE & Jenny Zhao, AEP Snapshot… Despite overwhelming evidence that ergonomics interventions result in a return on investment ranging from 3:1 to 15:1, organisations continue to struggle to obtain appropriate funding for their programmes To many managers, Ergonomics is not part of their business strategy. There traditionally has been […]
Standing Desk Buyers Guide Part 1 – What Type of Desk Do You Need?
The popularity of standing desks has exploded in the last few years but the variety of options makes it hard for buyers to decide which desk is best for them. This buyers guide examines different types of sit stand desks to help you make an informed decision about which type of standing desk is right for your […]
Standing Desk Buyers Guide Part 2 – Comparing Electric Sit Stand Desks
Regularly alternating between the sitting and standing positions is considered to be one of the healthiest ways to work. The height of an electric sit stand desk can be changed with the press of a button making it quick and easy for you to adjust the height of your desk whenever you like. When choosing an […]
Standing Desk Buyers Guide Part 3 – Standing Desk Converters
Standing desk converters began pouring onto the market several years ago when the health benefits of alternating between sitting, and standing positions at work became known. Some cheap alternatives may look fine, but once you try adjusting them and you’ll soon change your mind – make sure you do your research to buy the right desk the […]
Ergonomic Office Chairs Buyers Guide – Part 1
The humble office chair is one of the most ergonomically essential pieces of furniture in all workplaces. An chair can only be ergonomic if it correctly matches the user’s body shape and the type of work they do. Choose the right ergonomic office chair and you’ll feel the difference in your whole body. This is a multi-part […]
Ergonomic Chairs Buyers Guide Part 3 – Mesh Chairs
If you are looking for a stylish but ergonomic chair that will suit a modern office or home environment, a mesh chair is perfect. Their worldwide popularity means the market is flooded with mesh chairs but their quality can vary greatly and not all of them can truthfully call themselves ergonomic. We’ve done the research for you and found […]
Ergonomic Chairs Buyers Guide Part 2 – Task Chairs
Task chairs might look like the traditional office chair that has been around for 30 plus years, but a little investigation will reveal how much they have improved ergonomically. The extra levers allow for adjusting multiple parts of the chair so it can be modified to suit most body shapes perfectly. This is a multi-part […]
What is Ergonomics and Why Does it Matter?
If you ask 100 people what they think ergonomics means, you will probably get a different answer from every one of them. Most of the answers would be right because ergonomics is simply about workers doing their job accurately, safely and in comfort. What is Ergonomics? Ergonomics comes from the Greek words ‘ergon’ meaning work […]
Vertical Mouse Buyers Guide
Vertical mice might look like they have been designed to fit in the most stylish of workplaces but the main appeal is their ergonomic design that increases comfort for the user. The old, standard style of mouse requires the hand and arm to be rotated so that your palm and forearm hover over the mouse and desk […]
5 Tips for Improving Your Workspace Ergonomics
Understanding workspace ergonomics can be daunting. That’s why we have prepared these five tips so you can learn how to adjust your furniture and equipment to get an ergonomic set up that suits you. With the right set-up, you will reduce muscle strain and fatigue, allowing you to gain maximum productivity and efficiency. Here are […]