Ergonomics Workstation Evaluation

How To Choose Quality Ergonomic Chairs

Executives are often daunted by the idea of investing in ergonomic chairs because there are so many different manufacturers and brands worldwide. While there are a number of legitimate ergonomic seating products, there are also a number of generic, sub-par chairs merely marketed as “ergonomic.” The best brands have researched, tested and designed their products with comfort in mind. In this article, you will learn about some of the most trusted brands in ergonomic chair design today.

Herman Miller is the most renowned manufacturer of ergonomic chair styles and office products. Each year, they sell more than $2.5 billion in well-designed, high-quality, environmentally-sound products. The company was founded in 1905 with the goal of producing a solution to everyday office problems. Their top-selling ergonomic chair is the Aeron Chair, which was added to the Museum of Modern Design’s permanent collection in 1995, won the International Plastics Consumer Product Design Award in 1998 and was awarded the ‘Designs of the Decade’ Gold Winner from the Industrial Designers Society of America in 1999. Users love all the precision adjustments, the option of choosing three different sizes, the 12-year warranty and the cool mesh backing. According to Slate Magazine, “The debut of the Herman Miller Aeron chair revolutionized office furniture. Where executive chairs had once flaunted their acres of sumptuous, buttery leather, the Aeron was a sleek skeleton of metal and mesh.” Other top sellers include the Embody Chair and the Herman Miller Mirra.

In addition to Herman Miller, there are many other recognizable and trusted manufacturers of ergonomic chairs. The SteelCase “Leap Chair” has a flexible back, plush seating, a gliding seat, easy adjustments and solid construction. HumanScale’s “Freedom Chair” emphasizes simplicity and intuitive design. The innovative product design of Neutral Posture chairs reduces pressure on the muscles and ensures proper posture. The Raynor Group’s “ErgoHuman Chair” has contributed to the company’s $1 billion + profits each year. Office Star’s “WorkSmart” product line is their only true ergonomic design that offers top-quality lumbar support and adjustments that reduce musculoskeletal pressure. ErgoGenesis LLC, manufacturer of the “BodyBilt” ergonomic chair, offers a good selection of customizable chairs carefully constructed by an “Ergo Assistant.”

Consumer Reports recommends taking your time when looking at ergonomic chairs. Experts agree you need more than a few minutes in the store to know if the chair is right for you, so it’s important that you choose a retailer with a good return policy. In your ergonomic evaluation, consider how you use your workstation. Do you often lean forward while working at your computer? If so, then you may need a task chair. Or do you lean back, talking on the phone, which requires the purchase of an executive chair? Adjustments range depending on whether you type on the keyboard all day or use the mouse more often. You’ll naturally want control over the height and depth of your armrests, backrest and lumbar supports too. Make sure your feet can be planted firmly on the floor and that your seat comes with a rounded front edge to ensure proper leg circulation. You can then choose between upholstered, mesh or vinyl, depending on your personal preference.

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