3 Top Ergonomic Furniture Trends to Watch in 2013

Ergonomic office products are essential for any business. In today's work environment, a variety of key furniture solutions are trending in a major way for 2013. These top products are sure to help you stay efficient and effective while working. Enjoy this article on ergonomic furniture trends and improve your day to day work life.

Trend 1: Monitor Arms

Ergonomic monitor arms have been around for quite some time. This extremely versatile product helps users to regain usable desk space while offering limitless adjustment capabilities. While single screen and dual screen monitor arms are by far the most popular, select models will allow users to mount up to 8 screens. While not all of us spend time in tech savvy work environments that require 8 monitors, a solution is definitely available for any need.

Top ergonomic monitor arms are available from a variety of notable manufacturers and can be widely found online at reputable furniture and seating dealers. One key player, ESI Ergonomic Solutions is steadily improving the monitor arm on a year to year basis. Another popular monitor arm manufacturer is the Symmetry Office Products corporation. For those who love to save a buck, this well rounded company provides ample solutions that won't let you down.

Expect monitor mounts in a variety of styles to show up in more and more offices around your business. Once a high end ergo product, monitor arms are becoming as common as keyboard trays and computer speakers. If you're looking to purchase a monitor arm, models can be found for around $150 depending on the features your looking to incorporate. No matter the model you choose, this unique product is a valuable office investment.

Trend 2: Office Lighting

Something as simple as office lighting can make a huge difference in your work day. Simple desk lamps as well as under mount task light units can be configured in almost any work space and improve your productivity while cutting down on that pesky electric bill. Both Fluorescent and LED desk light solutions are trending heavily in the office products world.

Utilizing adjustable lamps is a great way to reduce strain on the eyes. Brands like ESI took this principle to heart and created the new Solstice desk lamp with built in USB port. What could be cooler than a lamp that can also charge your phone while working? Priced at $148.99, this product might be a bit much for the average office accessory budget. However, those looking to create office wow factor while improving their workplace functionality will find this product to be money well spent.

Look for super modern desk lighting to pop up around your place of business. These cool products are incredibly popular and also make excellent gifts. Affordable units that offer excellent adjustment capabilities can be found for as low as $50 with free shipping online. It's recommended by industry professionals to go with a reputable ergonomic furniture brand to ensure quality.

Trend 3: Height Adjustable Workstations

If one trend in the office furniture world has taken over, it's the utilization of height adjustable office desk solutions to gain comfort, functionality, and versatility at work. Brands like Ergonomic Concepts are revolutionizing the way we look at office desks for 2013. This reputable company builds some of the most high end ergonomic workstations on the planet. They pride themselves on making your work experience as stress free as possible.

In addition to Ergonomic Concepts, other lines like the VariTask table collection from Mayline provide fantastic corner office solutions as well as multi user workstations that adjust electronically. As with all Mayline Furniture solutions, the VariTask office table line is built extremely well. This line of fully functional adjustable office tables is available in a variety of finishes that can match Mayline reception desks as well as executive office desks for a cohesive and well thought out work environment.

Ergonomic Furniture Deals You Can't Afford To Miss

When it comes to ergonomics in the workplace, it's all about utilizing products that will make YOU more efficient. That being said a wide selection of new ergonomic furniture solutions are on sale this month at prices you can't afford to pass up. Enjoy!

Product 1: ESI Apollo Station



Wall mounted ergonomic stations have become incredibly popular over the past few years. Manufacturers like ESI have paved the way for this revolutionary style of product. Ergo workstations provide a space saving and cost effective solution to desking needs in the workplace. Units like the Apollo 6-PR PAC Station utilize an innovative shuttle lift system designed to provide instant "touchdown" adjustment and provide comfort to users. The system also incorporates integrated stops for safety. Priced at $964.99, this unit is ideal for high use work areas and healthcare environments.

Product 2: Mayline VariTask Table

When it comes to ergonomic desks, Mayline VariTask tables are definitely a worthy solution. This height adjustable office desk is on sale now for only $1387.99. The 650W model VariTask table is perfect for corner applications and is available in two attractive finishes. Perfect for both home and business use, the 650W features a durable electronic drive system, broad travel range, and adjustable keyboard surface for added user versatility. The thermally fused laminate work surface is manufactured to Mayline's high quality standards and ensure a lifetime of good looks.


Product 3: Ergonomic Concepts Table

A big part of office ergonomics is keeping things simple. This mentality is fully understood and put to work by brands like Ergonomic Concepts. This industry leading ergonomic furniture provider offers a wide range of products geared towards making life in the office go as smoothly and efficiently as possible. Products like this height adjustable office table are available in 6 sizes and a huge selection of surface finishes to meet the individual decor needs of any space. The 24-50 inch adjustable capability is one of the largest spans available on the market. The 350 lb. weight capacity and low profile electric columns add to the quality and simplistic appeal. Needless to say, industry professionals are always quick to recommend Ergonomic Concepts Furniture like the 3624-L2.

Product 4: OFM Split Level Stand

The OFM LCS-100 split level stand offers versatility and benefits to any space it accompanies. At a price of $99.99 this product should be a permanent fixture at every business. In the conference room this unit acts as a projector stand that adjusts easily to meet the needs of any presenter. In small offices it serves as a laptop desk with side mousing platform. Healthcare environments commonly rely on this awesome product as an overbed table. The list goes on and on! Available in 4 color combinations, the LCS-100 features locking casters and a limitless array of adjustment capabilities. This simple office product is a real winner in every sense of the word!

Product 5: Systematix Monitor Arm

Industry professionals are big fans of ergonomic monitor arms. That being said, not all models are created equal. The Systematix 7915 is the superior choice when it comes to flexibility. With this versatile monitor mount, sit and stand capabilities are just the beginning. When your screen is not in use, it's easily moves to the back of your workspace, completely out of the way. Both clamp mount and grommet mount systems are available to meet the needs of all modular workstations and are included at no additional charge. Priced at $165.99, this deal is hard to pass up.

The Benefits of an Ergonomic Monitor Arm

Whether you use a computer at home or work, one thing we can all agree on is that we would love to have a little more versatility when it comes to the screen. Another, is that we would love to have some additional desk space. No matter how much room you have, more is always better! That being said, in the post we will cover a few simple benefits of adding an ergonomic monitor arm to your desk or workspace.

First and foremost, an ergonomic monitor arm is a versatile work tool. People who don't have one, usually don't think to add one. However, for those (like myself) that have purchased one, can't live without it. At first I asked myself what were the benefits. Once I installed it, I quickly realized that my life had changed! The benefits of these arms go far beyond what's in the post, but I would like to share a few.

The first benefit is the versatility. Ergonomic Monitor arms can clamp mount or grommet mount anywhere on any worksurface. These units install in around 10 minutes and are really a breeze. Monitor arms like the one shown allow you to move your screen closer or further away from the front of your desk. This is a real plus for near or far-sighted people who hate moving there whole computer back and forth to work. Secondly, the screen and arm can be moved in virtually any direction. If you work in an office where you show customers or patients your computer screen this is a huge benefit. The arm allows your screen to be literally turned straight at your desk as well. This is a great feature for graphic designers or artists of any kind. Lastly the cost of a quality monitor arm from companies like ESI, systematix, or Symmetry is extremely low. A single monitor arm will cost around $150.00 and will last a life time. Two screen, three screen, and all the way up to 8 screen monitor arms are available. From gamers to businessmen, this ergonomic tool is worth its weight.

ESI Fixed Mount Sit-Stand Arm AA400

The AA400 sit-stand keyboard tray features 19" of Height adjustment with a paddle actuator for easy movement. The slim arms provide optimal knee cleareance. Overall width needed under worksurface is 28". Overall depth needed under worksurface is 11". Load capacity 150Lbs. This keyboard tray is ideal for healthcare environments and provides a wide range of ergonomic benefits.