Not all sit to stand desks are the same. Understanding why and how they are better for us as well as what you should look for when researching sit to stand desks will help you choose the right desk for you.
Why sit to stand desks work:
1. Humans are not designed to sit all day and it is not good for us – movement is key. The ideal is to vary your position between sitting and standing on a regular basis.
2. Human proportions/measurements vary tremendously. The fixed desk height norm of 720mm does not suit everyone. In fact, from a survey undertaken by Ergostyle this standard height suits very few – 90% of the surveyed people have a sitting elbow height of between 590 and 710mm.
Considerations:
1. Height: Ideally the height range of a desk will match the people using it. Calculate your ideal height range as follows: 1. the desk height when sitting should be one finger width (approximately 2cm) below your elbow when sitting correctly in a height adjustable chair (feet flat on the floor and a 90 degree angle between the lower and upper leg); and 2. The desk height when standing should again be one finger below your elbow when you are standing. The 2cm space below your elbow (when shoulders are relaxed) allows your arms to swing easily over a keyboard without raising your shoulders.
2. Lift capacity: This affects directly the amount of weight the desk has been designed to take; and, indirectly, the ease with which the desk copes with the weight and thus the life of the lifting mechanism.
3. How stable is the desk at its greatest height?
4. Is the height displayed (best practice under AS/NZS4442:1997)?
5. Is the control programmable or does it integrate with a computer?
6. Is cable management provided (somewhere to tidy away cables under the desk)?
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The Alpine desk system offers fixed height, user adjustable and electric desk options as either single desks, connected bench systems, or back to back pods. Being designed and manufactured in NZ assures shorter lead times and flexibility with design. Completely customisable to fit client specific needs and integrated clever management enables Alpine to provide easy upgrade's and additions.
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The Anti Fatigue Mat Energise is designed for stand up desks or anywhere a great looking mat is required such as offices, hotel lobbies or reception areas - reduces back and leg strain, promoting a healthy workplace. Hard wearing grey fabric surface over closed cell cushioning with bevelled edges, anti static and slip resistant, suitable for carpet or hard floors.
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The Enhance anti fatigue mat is designed for stand up desks or anywhere a great looking mat is required such as offices, hotel lobbies or reception areas. It reduces back and leg strain, promoting a healthy workplace. Easy to clean black PVC surface over high density foam with bevelled edges, suitable for carpet or hard floors.
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Use in any dry area where a solid surface, easy-to-clean, anti-fatigue matting is required.
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The Diamond Step is a robust Anti-Fatigue mat, designed to alleviate foot, leg, and back pain. You can use the Diamond Step mat in food service areas, industrial-type workshops, and even retail POS-type areas.
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The Enhance Stand-Up Mat has been designed for use at stand-up desks or anywhere a great-looking anti-fatigue mat is required.
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The ergotron workfit TL is perfect for retrofitting your existing seated desk and easily convert it to standing.
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Control your desk VIA the smartphone app. Simply pair your phone and you are away. You can also pre-program your seated and standing heights. -
Quickstand was voted the best office accessory of the decade (Best in 10) at Interior Design magazine's 2015 Best of Year Awards, the QuickStand height-adjustable workstation raises the bar for ease of use and stability among sit/stand products.
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The Jojo Electric Height-Adjustable + Folding is the latest table system from Thinking Works. Available from November 2022.
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Designed with movement in mind, Ovation draws inspiration from iconic transport systems of the world. From focused to collaborative, Ovation can adapt to suit any environment, with the ethos of moving people quickly and efficiently in their working environments.
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Use in Work Stations, Kitchens, Work Shops, Hospitality and more. For kitchen use or if grease or oil is present, the terracotta grease-resistant option is recommended.
