Archive for July, 2008

The Cubicle Celebrates It’s 40th Birthday!

July 31st, 2008 at 05:55am Under Furniture News

The cubicle celebrated it’s 40th birthday this year! The cubicle was invented by Robert Propst a Herman Miller executive in 1968 and was originally called an Action Office!

It was the first open office system in the world and it has transformed the entire work place for most business’. Hallmark Cards was one of the first to integrate cubicles into their business in Kansas City, but others quickly followed.

The original design offered employees desks that were at two levels, one that they could sit to use and one to stand to use! This idea was probably one of the first introductions of ergonomics!

What started out as a great idea has become a dread for many office workers. The idea of providing two desks for each employee wasn’t cost efficient for most business owners. And, with the increase in the demands for more space, often the cubicle feels more like a box!

So, while you’re sitting there in your little cubicle, just remember, people have been where you are for 40 years! Happy Birthday Cubicle!

By MCC

Use Junction Tables to Quickly Clear a Room!

July 30th, 2008 at 08:39pm Under The Office

Anything in the business or classroom that can serve multi-functions is definitely an asset, especially when it’s something as large as an entire room! And, Junction Tables allow you to do just that!

With Junction Tables you can have an entire room full of desks for employees or students. But, you can also quickly empty that same room to use it for whatever you require.

The desktops simply flip down from the horizontal position to a vertical one and the desks slide together. In no time at all you can have a whole room full of desks conveniently lined up against one wall or move them out of the room entirely.

The easily rolling wheels require little effort to move the desks where ever you want them. And, when you need them again you can quickly flip the tops back down and roll them back into place.

Versatility and function is key to today’s past paced world and Junction Tables provide both!

By MCC

Invest In Your Business’ Future With Ergonomics

July 29th, 2008 at 09:17pm Under The Office

Your job may be slowly damaging your health beyond repair. Just using the computer for one hour each day is increasing your risk of musculoskeletal problems and using it for four or more hours a day is increasing that risk by nine times!

The major cause for more work related injuries than anything else is repetitive motion injuries. These types of injuries are responsible for at least half of all the work days lost. Those lost work days eat right into your production rates.

The sad truth is that with the investment in ergonomic furnishings for your employees, those hours can be sufficiently decreased. Providing your employees with a comfortable environment is more than just the right thing to do for them, it’s the right thing to do for your business!

By MCC

Tips For Office Desk Placement

July 28th, 2008 at 05:59am Under The Office

The main thing that you need to consider when choosing your desk placement, is that your monitor screen shouldn’t be facing any windows. Light coming through the windows will create glare and glare leads to eyestrain and fatigue.

Another factor to consider when deciding where you want to place your office desk, is what kind of view you want while your sitting there working. Do you want to see out a nearby window, or would a window be a distraction and decrease your work production?

By MCC

LAN Racks: Versatile, Mobile Tools For Your Business

July 26th, 2008 at 05:22am Under Computer Carts

Diagnostic techniques can require the use of several computers at one time for various types of tests. Having all the equipment that you need in one convenient place, can mean the difference between adequate results and correct results.

LAN racks can meet the needs of any medical office that uses multiple computers in one area. They have adjustable platforms that can be raised or lowered to allow your equipment to fit no matter how big or small it is.

They can hold your CPU, your keyboard, a printer or any other item that you need close at hand. All of these benefits with a minimum amount of   space requirements make LAN racks a versatile tool for your office.

And, to add to the versatility, LAN racks have wheels for easy mobility. If you’ve not tried using LAN racks in your business, try one, you’ll wonder how you ever got by without them!

By MCC

Wall Mount Computer Stations

July 25th, 2008 at 06:10am Under Computer Stations

Wall mount computer stations are almost a necessity in the medical business.  Not only do they save on space, they keep your computer close at hand at all times.

Often examining rooms and testing areas just don’t have the extra space for a desk. A wall mount system, uses very little space and folds up out of the way when not in use.

Wall mounts are very versatile, the monitor and keyboard can both be adjusted to make them comfortable for all of your employees.

And, not having to strain or stretch to work with equipment can give your staff and edge in performing better.

By MCC

Custom Furniture Meets Unique Business Needs

July 24th, 2008 at 10:00pm Under Furniture News

If you’re business has special needs in office furniture, it’s very hard and even impossible to find exactly what you need.  After all, most desks have basically the same design.

With custom furniture, you can control the design and make it work with you instead of against you. If you need a piece of office furniture to hole a specific piece of equipment, custom furniture can do that!

Having custom furniture made doesn’t have to be a headache. It can be as easy as calling and talking to an experienced designer and telling them your unique needs.

Having the right furniture for your business isn’t only convenient, it can increase the productivity of your business.

By MCC

Add Ergonomics To A Plain Old Desk

July 23rd, 2008 at 09:40pm Under Furniture Accessories

You don’t have to spend a lot of money to add ergonomics to a regular old computer desk. There are many different types of accessories that you can add to make it ergonomically efficient.

Adding a keyboard tray will allow you to have quick access to your keyboard only when you need it. And, slide it out of the way when you don’t.  But, it will also allow you to adjust keyboard to the most comfortable position for you.

Monitor mounts also allow easy adjustments to the correct height and angle for your safety. Not only can correct adjustment help prevent all the strain on your muscles, it can help prevent strain on  your eyes from glare.

By MCC

Drafting Stools For Medical Offices?

July 21st, 2008 at 03:23am Under Medical Furniture

If your office uses fusion carts, you should consider purchasing a drafting stool. Ordinary chairs aren’t tall enough to accommadate fusion carts, but drafting stools can allow your employees to sit while they work.

Much of the work done with fusion carts requires the user to stand. But, there are times that an employee could take a much needed break while performing their jobs.

Drafting stools are completely height adjustable to sit at the right height for each individual user. And, tilt controls allows you to adjust the back to the most comfortable position.

Ergonomic cushions provide superior comfort and if you prefer a stool with arms, they’re can be easily added. And, drafting stools have easy gliding wheels to be completely mobile.

By MCC

Ergonomics Is Important For the Best Patient Care

July 20th, 2008 at 08:54pm Under Medical Furniture

By now we all know how important ergonomics is to you and your employees. But, you may not realize that it’s important for the best possible patient care.

When you use ergonomically correct furnishings in your hospital or clinic, you’re helping to prevent the stress and strain that inadvertently cause mistakes in patient care.

A doctor or nurse that is experiencing aches and pains  can’t devote their full attention to their patients. In providing your staff ergonomic furniture and accessories, you’re giving your patients better care!

By MCC

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