Press Releases
Humanscale to Illuminate Clerkenwell Design Week 2013
During Clerkenwell Design Week 2013, Humanscale will be joining more than 60 showrooms with an exciting programme of exhibitions and talks.
Humanscale to Display Hospitality Innovations at HD Expo 2013
At this year’s Hospitality Design Expo and Conference (HD Expo), Humanscale will present a number of solutions that are ideal for the hospitality market, including the Diffrient World chair and the Horizon and Element Disc task lights.
Humanscale to Exhibit Designs that Create an Ergonomic Workstation at Bureaux Expo
Ergonomics leader Humanscale will exhibit products that reflect their vision of an ergonomic workstation at Bureaux Expo from April 16th to 18th in Paris.
Humanscale’s TouchPoint T7™ Has Earned the Prestigious Red Dot Award
Humanscale’s TouchPoint T7 mobile technology cart has earned a Red Dot award for product design.
Humanscale Products Featured in Jean Nouvel's "Project: Office for Living" Exhibit at 2013 Milan Furniture Fair
Ergonomics leader Humanscale’s latest designs will be featured in award-winning French architect Jean Nouvel’s “Project: Office for Living” which will debut at the Salone Internazionale del Mobile 2013 during the Milan Furniture Fair.
Humanscale to Showcase Latest Designs at Milan Furniture Fair 2013
Ergonomics leader Humanscale will exhibit its latest designs at SaloneUfficio, International Workspace Exhibition within Salone Internazionale del Mobile at the Milan Furniture Fair 2013, which is the largest trade fair of its kind.
Humanscale Features Healthcare Innovations at HIMSS13
Humanscale will display an array of ergonomic healthcare IT solutions, such as the T7 mobile technology cart, at HIMSS13, March 3 – 7, 2013.
Humanscale’s Diffrient Smart™ Has Earned an iF Gold Award
Designed by Niels Diffrient, Humanscale’s Diffrient Smart task chair—which uses Form-Sensing Mesh Technology to provide custom lumbar support—has earned an iF gold award.
Humanscale Exhibits at Arab Health 2013
Humanscale, the premier manufacturer of ergonomic innovations, will attend Arab Health, taking place 28 - 31 January, 2013 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Humanscale to Showcase Latest Innovations at Arab Health 2013
Worldwide ergonomics leader Humanscale will exhibit its latest innovations, such as the T7 mobile technology cart and the V6 technology wall station, at Arab Health, 28 – 31 January, 2013.
Humanscale Attends Facilitair 2013
Humanscale, a worldwide leader in developing ergonomic innovations, will attend Facilitair, taking place 16 – 18 January, 2013 in Den Bosch, Netherlands (Stand 1.073).
Humanscale to Show Ergonomic Innovations at Facilitair 2013
Worldwide ergonomics leader Humanscale will showcase some of its ergonomic offerings, such as the M/Flex monitor support, the Element Disc task light and the Diffrient World task chair at Facilitair 2013, 16 – 18 January.
Humanscale to Display Ergonomic Innovations at ErgoExpo 2012
Worldwide ergonomics leader Humanscale will showcase some of its latest ergonomic offerings, such as the Float height-adjustable table and the Element Disc task light, at ErgoExpo 2012, December 5 – 7, 2012.
Humanscale’s T7™ Mobile Technology Cart to Appear at Medica 2012
Humanscale will display its new T7 mobile technology cart at Medica 2012.
Humanscale to Attend Medica 2012
Humanscale, premier manufacturer and designer of ergonomic solutions, will be attending this year’s Medica, the world’s largest event for the medical sector.
Humanscale to Present V6™ Technology Wall Station at Medica 2012
Worldwide ergonomics leader Humanscale will showcase its V6 technology wall station at Medica 2012.
Humanscale to Feature Latest Hospitality Innovations at BDNY 2012
Humanscale will showcase a number of new innovations for the hospitality market—including the Mode chair and the ZŌN Personal air purifier—at Boutique Design New York (BDNY), November 11 – 12, 2012.
Humanscale’s ViewPoint V6™ Earns “Best of” Nightingale Awards
Humanscale’s V6 technology wall station has earned two important Nightingale Product Design Awards—including the most prestigious Best of Competition award and a Gold award in Technology Support—for its ability to facilitate patient-caregiver interactions and its notable design aesthetic.
Humanscale to Feature Latest Healthcare Innovations at Healthcare Design
Humanscale will exhibit its latest healthcare innovations at Healthcare Design, November 4 – 6, 2012.
Humanscale to Showcase Latest Ergonomic Innovations at NeoCon East 2012
Ergonomics leader Humanscale will be attending this year’s NeoCon East, presenting its latest ergonomic innovations in every category from seating to task lighting to height-adjustable tables. In particular, the Diffrient Smart task chair, Freedom 2.0 task chair and Element Disc task light—none of which have ever been shown before at NeoCon East—will be on display.
Humanscale to Feature Innovative Seating Line at Orgatec 2012
Worldwide ergonomics leader Humanscale will showcase its latest task seating offerings—including Diffrient Smart, Freedom 2.0 and Diffrient World—at Orgatec 2012.
Humanscale's Float™ to Appear at Orgatec 2012
Humanscale, a worldwide leader of ergonomic solutions, will show Float―a next-generation, height-adjustable, sit-stand table—at Orgatec 2012.
Humanscale to Showcase Latest LED Task Lighting Solutions at Orgatec 2012
Humanscale, a worldwide leader in ergonomic innovation, will present its latest LED task lighting solutions at Orgatec 2012. Among several lights on display will be Horizon, which has already received 20 prestigious design awards, and Element Disc, the newest addition to Humanscale’s Element series of task lights.
Humanscale to Present M/Flex™ Monitor Spport at Orgatec 2012
Worldwide ergonomics leader Humanscale will present its M/Flex monitor support at Orgatec 2012.
Humanscale Debuts at IFA Berlin
For the first time, Humanscale, premier manufacturer and designer of ergonomic solutions, will be attending IFA, the world‘s leading trade show for consumer electronics and home appliances, taking place from 31 August - 5 September in Berlin, Germany in Hall 8.1, Stand 108.
Humanscale's Horizon™ Recognized with Gold IDEA® Honor
Humanscale’s Horizon, designed by Peter Stathis and Michael McCoy, adds to its increasingly long list of accolades with the prestigious International Design Excellence Award (IDEA) at the highest (Gold) level from the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA).
Humanscale’s Horizon™ Accepted into MoMA, Smithsonian Cooper-Hewitt
Humanscale’s Horizon has been accepted into the permanent collection of two of the world’s most esteemed museums—The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and the Smithsonian Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum—making a total of five museums nationally which feature the task light in their collections.
Humanscale To Launch Element Disc™ LED Task Light at NeoCon® 2012
Humanscale will officially launch Element Disc at NeoCon, June 11 - 13, 2012 in Chicago, Ill.
Humanscale to Feature Float™ at NeoCon® 2012
Humanscale will show Float―a next-generation, height-adjustable, sit-stand table—at NeoCon, June 11 - 13, 2012 in Chicago, Ill.
Humanscale To Showcase T7™ Mobile Technology Cart at NeoCon® 2012
Humanscale will display its T7 mobile technology cart at NeoCon, June 11 - 13, 2012 in Chicago, Ill.
Humanscale’s V6™ Technology Wall Station to Appear at NeoCon® 2012
Humanscale will showcase its new V6 technology wall station at NeoCon, June 11 - 13, 2012 in Chicago, Ill.
Humanscale to Display ZŌN® Max Air Purifier at NeoCon® 2012
Humanscale will showcase its groundbreaking ZŌN Max air purifier at NeoCon, June 11 - 13, 2012 in Chicago, Ill.
Humanscale to Showcase M/Flex™ Monitor Support at NeoCon® 2012
Humanscale will showcase its M/Flex monitor support at NeoCon, June 11 – 13, 2012, in Chicago, Ill.
Humanscale to Introduce Diffrient Smart™ Chair at NeoCon® 2012
At this year’s NeoCon, Humanscale will debut its Diffrient Smart chair, which combines Humanscale’s signature weight-sensitive recline, Form-Sensing Mesh Technology and ultimate ease of use in a striking design.
Humanscale To Feature Mode™ Chair at NeoCon® 2012
At NeoCon, June 11 – 13, 2012, in Chicago, Ill., Humanscale will feature its Mode chair—an innovative new seating solution created by the Humanscale Design Studio for settings such as classrooms, seminar areas, conference centers and banquet halls.
Humanscale Design Studio Honored by HEALTHCARE DESIGN Magazine for T7™
The Humanscale Design Studio was recognized as one of HEALTHCARE DESIGN’s “Most Innovative Product Designers” for their work on the revolutionary T7 mobile technology cart. Selected by HEALTHCARE DESIGN’s editorial staff as one of five winners, the Humanscale Design Studio was honored for the exceptional attention given to caregivers’ long-term health, comfort and well-being, as embodied by the brilliantly simple, intuitive T7.
Humanscale’s Horizon™ LED Task Light to Shine at ICFF 2012
Humanscale will showcase Horizon, the first innovative task light to utilize Thin Film LED Technology, at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF), May 19 – 22, 2012, in New York, N.Y. Created by award-winning designers Peter Stathis and Michael McCoy, the sleek, high-performing Horizon LED task light pairs unprecedented LED performance with visually striking aesthetics to satisfy the focused lighting needs of any environment.
Humanscale Announces Symtra™ Series at ICFF 2012
Humanscale, in partnership with Peter Stathis, will reveal its new lighting innovation, Symtra, at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF), May 19 - 22, 2012 in New York, N.Y. As an inspired, contemporary interpretation of the archetypal lampshade form, Symtra redefines beauty in a luminaire with its sleek lines and minimalist frame.
Humanscale to Preview New Lighting Concept at ICFF 2012
Humanscale will show a new lighting concept that operates via wireless power at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF), May 19 - 22, 2012 in New York, N.Y. The intelligent and advanced lighting creations will be displayed as a decorative wall sconce that operates with a hidden transmitter and with no batteries or visible wires aiding in their function.
Humanscale's Horizon™ Honored with Next Generation Luminaires™ Award
Humanscale’s Horizon has been recognized by the prestigious Next Generation Luminaires (NGL) Solid-State Lighting (SSL) Design Competition for its cutting-edge design and exceptional functionality. More than one hundred products were entered into the competition for indoor products, with only a portion of entries earning “recognized” status, meaning they are deemed by the competition judges to be worthy of specification by lighting designers.
Humanscale's Horizon Honored with International Housewares Association Innovation Award
Humanscale’s Horizon LED task light has earned a 2012 International Housewares Association (IHA) Innovation Award for its iconic design and advanced performance.
Humanscale to Showcase ZŌN® Personal Air Purifier at IH + HS
Humanscale will exhibit its high-performance ZŌN personal air purifier at the International Home + Housewares Show (IH + HS), March 10-13, 2012 in Chicago, Ill.
Humanscale to Debut ZŌN® Max Air Purifier at IH + HS
Humanscale will debut its groundbreaking ZŌN Max air purifier at the International Home + Housewares Show (IH + HS), March 10-13, 2012 in Chicago, Ill.
Humanscale's Horizon™ LED Task Light to Appear at IH + HS
Humanscale will showcase Horizon, the first innovative task light to utilize groundbreaking Thin Film LED Technology, at the International Home + Housewares Show (IH + HS), March 10-13, 2012 in Chicago, Ill.
Humanscale Healthcare to Showcase Element Vision™ LED Task Light at HIMSS12
Humanscale Healthcare will showcase its innovative Element Vision LED task light at the 2012 Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Annual Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23 in Las Vegas, NV.
Humanscale Healthcare to Display V7™ Wall Station at HIMSS12
Humanscale Healthcare will display its V7 technology wall station computer solution at the 2012 Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23 in Las Vegas, NV
Humanscale Healthcare to Feature T5™ Technology Cart at HIMSS12
Humanscale Healthcare’s T5 mobile technology cart will be on display at the 2012 Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Annual Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23 in Las Vegas, NV.
Humanscale Healthcare's M/Flex™ Monitor Support to Appear at HIMSS12
Humanscale Healthcare will showcase the M/Flex complete monitor arm system at the 2012 Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Annual Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23 in Las Vegas, NV.
Humanscale Healthcare to Feature ZŌN® Personal Air Purifier at HIMSS12
Humanscale Healthcare will exhibit its high-performance ZŌN personal air purifier at the 2012 Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Annual Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23 in Las Vegas, NV.
Humanscale Healthcare's Diffrient World® Chair to Appear at HIMSS12
Humanscale Healthcare’s Diffrient World chair, designed by the legendary Niels Diffrient, will be featured at the 2012 Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Annual Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23 in Las Vegas, NV.
Humanscale Healthcare to Display Freedom® Pony Saddle™ Seat at HIMSS12
Humanscale Healthcare will display the Freedom Pony Saddle seat at the 2012 Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Annual Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23 in Las Vegas, NV.
Humanscale Healthcare to Showcase V6™ Technology Wall Station at HIMSS12
Humanscale Healthcare will showcase its new V6 technology wall station at the 2012 Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Annual Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23 in Las Vegas, NV.
Humanscale Healthcare to Debut T7™ Mobile Technology Cart at HIMSS12
Humanscale Healthcare will debut its T7 mobile technology cart at the 2012 Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Annual Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23 in Las Vegas, NV.
Humanscale’s Horizon, ZŌN and Trea Honored with GOOD DESIGN® Awards
Humanscale’s Horizon LED task light, ZŌN personal air purifier and Trea chair have each earned a 2011 GOOD DESIGN Award.
Humanscale's Horizon and ZŌN Earn Prestigious GIO Awards
Humanscale’s Horizon LED task light and ZŌN personal air purifier have each earned Goed Industrieel Ontwerp (GIO) Awards, also known as the Good Industrial Design Awards.
Humanscale Products Honored by Interiors & Sources Readers' Choice Awards
Two Humanscale products have been honored by the Interiors & Sources Readers’ Choice: Best Products of 2011 Awards.
Humanscale to Showcase Diffrient World® Chair at 2011 ErgoExpo
Humanscale’s Diffrient World chair, designed by the legendary Niels Diffrient, will be featured at 2011 ErgoExpo.
Humanscale's Horizon™ LED Task Light to be Featured at 2011 ErgoExpo
Humanscale will showcase Horizon, the first task light to utilize Thin Film LED Technology, at 2011 ErgoExpo.
Humanscale's Float to Appear at 2011 ErgoExpo
Humanscale will show Float―a next-generation, height-adjustable, sit-stand table—at 2011 ErgoExpo.
Humanscale's ZŌN Personal Air Purifier to be on Display at 2011 ErgoExpo
Humanscale takes on the indoor air crisis with one of its latest innovations: a high-performance air purifier that features the most effective air purifying technology in the world. The company’s ZŌN personal air purifier—to be on display at 2011 ErgoExpo—utilizes exciting new technology that is poised to set a new bar for air purification.
Humanscale's Element Vision™ LED Task Light to Shine at 2011 ErgoExpo
Humanscale will showcase its innovative Element Vision LED task light at 2011 ErgoExpo.
Humanscale Founder and CEO Robert King Earns Museum of Arts and Design's Visionaries! Design Award
On November 14th at its 2011 Visionaries! Gala, the Museum of Arts and Design (MAD) honored Humanscale Founder and CEO, Robert King, with its prestigious 2011 Visionaries! Design Award for his lifelong pursuit of making complicated things simple.
Humanscale to Showcase Trea™ at Boutique Design New York 2011
Humanscale will show its stunning new Trea chair at Boutique Design New York 2011.
Humanscale to Feature Element 790™ LED Task Light at Boutique Design New York 2011
Humanscale’s Element 790, an upgraded version of the groundbreaking Element Classic LED task light, will appear at Boutique Design New York 2011.
Element Vision™ LED Task Light to Appear at Boutique Design New York 2011
Humanscale will showcase its innovative Element Vision LED task light at Boutique Design New York 2011.
Humanscale to Display Diffrient World® Chair at Boutique Design New York 2011
Humanscale’s Diffrient World chair, designed by the legendary Niels Diffrient, will be featured this weekend at Boutique Design New York 2011.
Humanscale's Horizon™ LED Task Light to Shine at Boutique Design New York 2011
Humanscale will showcase Horizon, the first task light to utilize Thin Film LED Technology, at Boutique Design New York 2011..
Humanscale's 11th Annual Faces in the Wild is a Great Success
Humanscale’s 11th annual Faces in the Wild auction—an art event benefitting WWF that is aimed at raising awareness and funds for wildlife protection—was held in London for the first time in four years at Humanscale’s Clerkenwell showroom on November 3.
Humanscale Shows Element Vision™ LED Task Light at NeoCon East 2011
Humanscale will showcase its innovative Element Vision LED task light at NeoCon East 2011.
Humanscale Enters Height-Adjustable Desking Market with Float™ at NeoCon East 2011
Humanscale will debut Float―a next-generation, height-adjustable, sit-stand table—at NeoCon East 2011.
Humanscale's Element 790™ LED Task Light to Shine at NeoCon East 2011
Humanscale is presenting Element 790, an upgraded version of the groundbreaking Element Classic LED task light, at NeoCon East 2011.
Humanscale to Showcase Horizon™ LED Task Light at NeoCon East 2011
Humanscale will showcase Horizon, the first task light to utilize Thin Film LED Technology, at NeoCon East 2011.
ZŌN Air Purifier to Appear at NeoCon East 2011
Humanscale takes on the indoor air crisis with one of its latest innovations: a high-performance air purifier that features the most effective air purifying technology in the world.
Humanscale's Trea™ to be Featured at NeoCon East 2011
Humanscale will debut its stunning new Trea chair at NeoCon East 2011.
Humanscale's Diffrient World® Chair to Appear at NeoCon East 2011
Humanscale’s Diffrient World chair, designed by the legendary Niels Diffrient, will be on display this month at NeoCon East 2011.
Humanscale M/Flex™ Monitor Arm System on Display at NeoCon East 2011
Humanscale will debut the M/Flex complete monitor arm system at NeoCon East 2011, presenting the first-ever fully scalable monitor support system.
Humanscale’s ZŌN Named One of 100 Best New Home Products of 2011 by This Old House
The November/December issue of This Old House features Humanscale’s ZŌN personal air purifier in the Home Tech category of the “TOH Top 100,” a list of the 100 best new home products of the year.
Humanscale’s Horizon Task Light Earns Spark Award
Humanscale’s Horizon LED task light, designed by Peter Stathis and Michael McCoy, has earned a much-coveted Spark:Pro Award at the Spark level, which is the highest level attainable from the Spark Design & Architecture Awards.
Humanscale’s Tim Au-Yeung Awarded Barry Carroll Sales Professional of the Year Award
ARIDO announced Tim Au-Yeung of Humanscale as the winner of the coveted Barry Carroll Sales Professional of the Year Award at their annual Awards Gala on Wednesday, September 21,
Humanscale's 2011 TV and Film Line-Up
Humanscale products can be spotted on the sets of numerous television series and feature films in 2011, sharing the screen with such household names as Kevin Spacey, Colin Farrell, Jennifer Aniston, Justin Timberlake, Jeff Daniels and Adam Sandler. This year, Humanscale’s airtime covers not only a range of genres, networks and time slots, but also a variety of product categories, from seating to task lighting to monitor arms.
Humanscale to Showcase Horizon LED Task Light at IIDEX Neocon 2011
Humanscale will showcase Horizon, the first task light to utilize Thin Film LED Technology, at IIDEX NeoCon 2011.
Humanscale Presents Trea at IIDEX NeoCon 2011
Humanscale will present its stunning new Trea chair at IIDEX NeoCon 2011.
Element Vision LED Task Light to Shine at IIDEX NeoCon 2011
Humanscale will showcase its innovative Element Vision LED task light at IIDEX NeoCon 2011.
Humanscale Air Purifier Provides Clean Air Zone
Humanscale, a premier designer and manufacturer of ergonomic tools for a healthier, more comfortable workday will display the ZŌN personal air purifier, the first consumer air purifier to target and deliver clean air precisely to an individual’s breathing zone, at IIDEX NeoCon 2011.
Humanscale Features Diffrient World Chair at IIDEX NeoCon 2011
Humanscale’s Diffrient World chair, designed by the legendary Niels Diffrient, will be on display at IIDEX NeoCon 2011.
Humanscale Presents Float at IIDEX NeoCon 2011
Humanscale will debut Float―a next-generation, height-adjustable, sit-stand table—at IIDEX NeoCon 2011.
Two New HumanscaleTask Lights Now Available
Humanscale’s Element Vision LED task light and Horizon LED task light are now available for order.
Humanscale to Showcase Horizon LED Task Light at HFSE 2011
Humanscale will showcase Horizon, the first task light to utilize Thin Film LED Technology, at HFSE 2011.
Humanscale Features Diffrient World Chair at HFSE 2011
Humanscale’s Diffrient World chair, designed by the legendary Niels Diffrient, will be on display at HFSE 2011.
Element Vision LED Task Light to Shine at HFSE 2011
Humanscale will showcase its innovative Element Vision LED task light at HFSE 2011.
Humanscale Enters New Seating Category with Trea
Humanscale will debut its stunning new Trea chair at HFSE 2011.
Humanscale Displays ZŌN at HFSE 2011
Humanscale, a premier designer and manufacturer of ergonomic tools for a healthier, more comfortable workday will display the ZŌN personal air purifier, the first consumer air purifier to target and deliver clean air precisely to an individual’s breathing zone, at HFSE 2011.
Humanscale Air Purifier Provides Clean Air Zone for Individuals
Humanscale will display its ZŌN at IIDEX NeoCon 2011
Element Vision Named Winner in 2011 IGDA Competition
Humanscale’s Element Vision LED task light has been selected as the overall winner in the Interior Lighting category of New York House Magazine’s third annual Innovative Green Design Awards (IGDA) competition. The groundbreaking task light impressed the panel of independent judges with its technological innovation, design, energy savings and Passive Infrared (PIR) occupancy sensor.
Humanscale Products Earn Green GOOD DESIGN Awards
Humanscale’s personal zone air purifier and Horizon LED Task Light have each received a 2011 Green GOOD DESIGN Award. Among hundreds of submissions from more than 20 nations worldwide, the energy-efficient personal zone air purifier and revolutionary task light were selected as outstanding examples of green design.
NOTE: ZŌN was known as The Humanscale Personal Zone Air Purifier at the time of this release.
Humanscale Enters Height-Adjustable Desking Market with Float
Humanscale will debut Float―a next-generation, height-adjustable, sit-stand table—at NeoCon 2011. This revolutionary product is named for the way in which it very nearly “floats” into position when it is moved either up or down, providing simple adjustment with minimal and constant force. In developing Float, Humanscale has ventured into―and reset the standards for―an important product category.
Humanscale Enters New Seating Category With Trea
Humanscale will debut its stunning new Trea chair at NeoCon 2011. Complementing the elegant design and unsurpassed comfort of Humanscale’s Freedom, Liberty and Diffrient World task chairs, Trea’s clean aesthetics, unexpected comfort and wide-ranging applications will make Trea a perfect choice for hospitality, conference, guest, and even residential seating.
Humanscale to Showcase Horizon LED Task Light at NeoCon 2011
Humanscale will showcase Horizon, the first task light to utilize Thin Film LED Technology, at NeoCon 2011. Created by award-winning designers Peter Stathis and Michael McCoy, the sleek, high-performing Horizon LED task light pairs unprecedented LED technology with visually striking aesthetics to satisfy the focused lighting needs of any environment.
Element Vision LED Task Light to Shine at NeoCon 2011
Humanscale will showcase its innovative Element Vision LED task light at NeoCon 2011. Featuring cutting-edge advancements in MCX LED Technology, Element Vision sets a new standard for lighting performance never before seen from an LED task light.
M/Flex Monitor Arm System to Debut at NeoCon 2011
Humanscale will debut the M/Flex complete monitor arm system at NeoCon 2011, presenting the first-ever fully scalable monitor support system. M/Flex provides unprecedented flexibility for supporting up to six monitors from a single post (in any configuration) or up to 12 monitors from two posts connected via crossbars.
Humanscale Displays Diffrient World Chair at NeoCon 2011
Humanscale’s Diffrient World chair, designed by the legendary Niels Diffrient, will be on display this month at NeoCon 2011. Representing ultimate simplicity in a high-performance task chair, Diffrient World sets an exciting new bar in sustainable task seating design, due in great part to a significant new advance in dynamic recline technology.
Humanscale Expands Wall Mount Line-Up for Healthcare
Humanscale will debut its new V6 wall station at NeoCon 2011. Humanscale’s “V” line of wall mounts unites ergonomic comfort with space-saving design to provide easy computer access in healthcare environments. The compact, ergonomic design of the V6 offers comfortable caregiver computer use while sitting or standing, depending on the application. A superior solution for ergonomic computing in tight spaces, the V6 has a track width of less than five inches, and offers a customizable track length, allowing it to fit into existing spaces.
Humanscale's Element 790 LED Task Light on Display at NeoCon 2011
Humanscale is presenting Element 790, an upgraded version of the groundbreaking Element Classic LED task light, at NeoCon 2011. Featuring a higher-performance LED, dimmer control and an expanded color palette, Element 790 builds on the advancements of its revolutionary forerunner in terms of efficiency, color quality, and energy savings.
Humanscale Participates in Clerkenwell Design Week
At Clerkenwell Design Week, Humanscale showcased a number of products that were on display at the Milan Furniture Fair. In addition, Humanscale's schedule of events included an exhibition of visionary student work from the Sir John Cass Department of Art, Media and Design at London Metropolitan University.
Horizon LED Task Light Earns Prestigious Gold IDA Award
The Humanscale Horizon LED task light by Peter Stathis and Michael McCoy has earned First Prize in the International Design Awards, while the Humanscale personal zone air purifier by the Humanscale Design Studio has garnered a Second Place win. Both innovations feature groundbreaking new technology in their respective categories, along with sophisticated good looks.
Humanscale Previews Trea Guest Chair At Milan Furniture Fair 2011
Humanscale will feature an exciting new multi-purpose chair at the 2011 Milan Furniture Fair, Italy. Complementing the elegant design and unsurpassed comfort of Humanscale’s Freedom, Liberty and Diffrient World task seating, the Trea chair’s clean aesthetics, comfortable sit and multipurpose function will be a welcome addition to any professional setting.
Humanscale Features Diffrient World Chair at Milan Furniture Fair
Humanscale will feature its Diffrient World chair at the Milan Furniture Fair 2011, Italy.
Humanscale's Paramount to Be on Display at Milan Furniture Fair
Humanscale will feature its Paramount at the Milan Furniture Fair 2011, Italy.
NOTE: Para/Flex was known as Paramount at the time of this release.
Humanscale to Display Horizon LED Task Light at Milan Furniture Fair
Humanscale will feature its Horizon LED Task Light at the Milan Furniture Fair 2011, Italy.
Humanscale Displays High-Capacity Monitor Arm at Milan Furniture Fair
Humanscale will feature its M8 Monitor Arm at the Milan Furniture Fair 2011, Italy.
Zone Air Purifier to Appear at the Milan Furniture Fair
Humanscale will feature its Zone at the Milan Furniture Fair 2011, Italy.
NOTE: ZŌN was known as The Zone Air Purifier at the time of this release.
Humanscale's Element Vision to Appear at Milan Furniture Fair
Humanscale will feature its Element Vision at the Milan Furniture Fair 2011, Italy.
Humanscale's Element 790 LED Task Light on Display at Milan Furniture Fair
Humanscale will feature its Element 790 at the Milan Furniture Fair 2011, Italy.
Humanscale to Display New Innovations at Milan 2011
Humanscale will feature its latest innovations at the Milan Furniture Fair 2011, Italy. Highlights include the Diffrient World chair, LED lighting and the air purification phenomenon Zone.
NOTE: ZŌN was known as Zone when this article was published.
Horizon LED Task Light Earns Prestigious Red Dot Award
For the second consecutive year, Humanscale has been honored with the prestigious Red Dot Award for Product Design. The Horizon LED Task Light impressed the international panel of expert judges with its outstanding degree of innovation, function and striking visual aesthetic.
Humanscale’s ZŌN Air Purifier Puts Individuals in a Clean Air Zone
The groundbreaking ZŌN Air Purifier will be on display at the International Home and Housewares Show, March 6-8 in Chicago.
Element 790 LED Task Light to Appear at HIMSS 2011
The upgraded Element 790 LED task light will be on display at the 2011 HIMSS Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23 in Orlando, Fla.
Humanscale to Show Pony Saddle Seat at HIMSS 2011
Part of Humanscale's award-winning Freedom task seating line, the Pony Saddle Seat will be on display at the 2011 HIMSS Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23 in Orlando, Fla.
ZŌN Air Purifier to Appear at HIMSS 2011
Humanscale's exciting new ZŌN Air Purifier will be on display at the 2011 HIMSS Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23 in Orlando, Fla.
Humanscale Showcases V7 Wall Station at HIMSS 2011
Humanscale Healthcare will feature the V7 Wall Station computer support solution at the2011 HIMSS Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23 in Orlando, Fla.
Humanscale's T5 Technology Cart on Display at HIMSS 2011
Humanscale Healthcare's T5 Technology Cart will be on display at the 2011 HIMSS Conference and Exhibition, February 21-23 in Orlando, Fla.
Element 790 Now Available
Element 790, the upgraded version of Humanscale's revolutionary Element LED task light, is now shipping. Building on its forerunner's advancements, Element 790 sets a new bar for functionality and usability for LED task lights.
Tolomeo LED Named Best Lighting Product of 2010 by Interiors & Sources Readers
Tolomeo LED, the world's most recognized task light, wins Interiors & Sources' 2010 Reader's Choice Award for performance, aesthetics and sustainability.
Horizon Takes FX Award for Lighting Products
Humanscale’s Horizon has earned top honors in the Lighting Product category of the FX International Interior Design Awards.
Horizon Wins NeoCon East People's Choice Award
Horizon earned a 2010 NeoCon East People's Choice Award with its advanced technology and easy-to-use, intuitive features.
10th Annual Faces in the Wild Art Auction Raises $78,000
Humanscale's 10th annual Faces in the Wild art auction and fundraiser generated a total donation of more than $78,000 for Wold Wildlife Fund (WWF).
Humanscale's Faces in the Wild Online Auction Now Live
Humanscale’s 10th annual Faces in the Wild auction benefitting World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is now available online.
Humanscale's Paramount Earns 2010 Gold Spark Award
Paramount, Humanscale's ultra-advanced multiple-monitor display system, received a Gold Spark from the Spark 2010 Design & Architecture Awards.
NOTE: Para/Flex was known as Paramount at the time of this release.
Humanscale's Diffrient World Chair to Appear at NeoCon East 2010
Humanscale’s Diffrient World chair by legendary designer Niels Diffrient will be on display at the 2010 NeoCon East Trade Fair, October 28 – 29 in Baltimore.
Humanscale to Show T5 Technology Cart at NeoCon East 2010
Humanscale Healthcare's T5 Point-of-Care Technology Cart will be on display at the 2010 NeoCon East Trade Fair, October 28-29 in Baltimore.
Humanscale's Paramount to Be on Display at NeoCon East 2010
Paramount, Humanscale’s ultra-advanced multiple-monitor mounting system, will be on display at the 2010 NeoCon East Trade Fair, October 28-29 in Baltimore.
NOTE: Para/Flex was known as Paramount at the time of this release.
Humanscale to Display High-Capacity Monitor Arm at NeoCon East 2010
Humanscale's newest monitor arm solution will be on display at the 2010 NeoCon East Trade Fair: The M8 monitor arm.
Element 790 LED Task Light to Appear at NeoCon East 2010
Element 790, the upgraded version of Humanscale's groundbreaking Element LED task light, will be featured at the 2010 NeoCon East Trade Fair.
Humanscale to Show Horizon LED Task Light at NeoCon East 2010
Humanscale will display its newest lighting innovation at the 2010 NeoCon East Trade Fair: the Horizon LED task light by designers Peter Stathis and Michael McCoy.
Element Vision LED Task Light to Appear at NeoCon East 2010
Humanscale will have its all-new Element Vision LED task light on display at the 2010 NeoCon East Trade Fair, October 28-29 in Baltimore.
Humanscale's V7 Wall Mount to be on Display at NeoCon East 2010
Humanscale Healthcare will display its V7 articulating wall mount computer solution at the 2010 NeoCon East Trade Fair, October 28-29 in Baltimore.
Humanair Personal Zone Air Purifier to Appear at NeoCon East 2010
Humanscale takes on the indoor air crisis with one of its latest innovations: a high-performance air purifier that features the most effective air purifying technology in the world.
NOTE: ZŌN was known as Humanair at the time of this release.
Element LED Task Light Receives 2010 Green GOOD DESIGN Award
Humanscale's groundbreaking Element LED Task Light received a 2010 Green GOOD DESIGN Award. Among thousands of submissions from over 46 countries worldwide, Element was selected as an outstanding example of green design.
Humanscale's Element Vision Task Light at 2010 Orgatec
Humanscale will internationally debut its Element Vision LED task light at the 2010 Orgatec Furniture Fair, October 26-30, in Cologne, Germany.
Humanscale to Display Element 790 LED Task Light at 2010 Orgatec
Humanscale will feature the Element 790 LED task light, the upgraded version of its groundbreaking Element LED task light, at the 2010 Orgatec Furniture Fair in Cologne, Germany.
Humanscale to Feature High-Capacity Monitor Arm at 2010 Orgatec
Humanscale will display its newest monitor arm solution at the 2010 Orgatec Furniture Fair: the M8 monitor arm.
Humanscale to Display Horizon LED Task Light at 2010 Orgatec
Humanscale's Hoirzon LED task light will be on display at the 2010 Orgatec Furniture Fair, October 26-30, in Cologne, Germany.
Humanscale to Show T5 Technology Cart at 2010 Orgatec
Humanscale Healthcare's T5 Point-of-Care Technology Cart will be on display at the 2010 Orgatec Furniture Fair, October 26-29, in Cologne, Germany.
Humanscale's Diffrient World Chair at 2010 Orgatec
Humanscale’s Diffrient World chair by legendary designer Niels Diffrient will be on display at the 2010 Orgatec Furniture Fair, October 26-30, in Cologne, Germany.
Humanscale Healthcare Introduces V7 at 2010 Orgatec
Humanscale's V7 Wall Station computer support solution will be on display at the 2010 Orgatec Furniture Fair, October 26-29, in Cologne, Germany.
Humanair Personal Zone Air Purifier at 2010 Orgatec
Humanscale will display Humanair, the world's most efficient and effective air purifier, at the 2010 Orgatec Furniture Fair, October 26-30, in Cologne, Germany.
NOTE: ZŌN was known as Humanair at the time of this release.
Humanscale's Paramount to Be on Display at 2010 Orgatec
Paramount, Humanscale's ultra-advanced multiple-monitor mounting system, will be on display at the 2010 Orgatec Furniture Fair, October 26-30, in Cologne, Germany.
NOTE: Para/Flex was known as Paramount at the time of this release.
Humanscale to Launch New Innovations at Orgatec 2010
Humanscale will display its latest innovations at Orgatec 2010 in Cologne, Germany. Highlights will include the Diffrient World chair, LED lighting, Healthcare and Monitor Arm solutions.
NOTE: Para/Flex was known as Paramount at the time of this release.
Humanscale's 2010 Fall Line-Up
Covering a wide range of genres, networks and time slots, Humanscale seating and monitor arms will share airtime in the coming year with such television and film stars as Adam Sandler, Hugh Laurie, Bill Maher, David Spade, and Patricia Arquette.
Horizon LED Task Light Receives 2010 Best of Boutique Award
Horizon LED Task Light receives 2010 Best of Boutique Award. Diffrient World Chair receives an Honorable Mention.
M2 Monitor Arm Earns IDEA® Award
Humanscale’s M2 monitor arm has earned a prestigious 2010 International Design Excellence Award (IDEA®) from the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA).
Humanscale Toronto Awarded Gold LEED-CI Certification
The U.S. Green Building Council has awarded Humanscale’s new Toronto showroom LEED Gold Certification for Commercial Interiors.
Humanscale Announces Faces in the Wild Call for Entries
Humanscale is now accepting wildlife-inspired artwork to auction at the tenth-annual Faces in the Wild event.
Humanscale Nets Three Major Awards at NeoCon 2010
Humanscale has earned three major awards at the NeoCon World’s Trade Fair 2010—the largest exhibition of contract furnishings in North America—including two Best of NeoCon awards, and a Buildings Innovations Grand Prize.
Humanscale to Display Horizon LED Task Light at NeoCon 2010
Humanscale will display its newest lighting innovation at the 2010 NeoCon World’s Trade Fair: the Horizon LED task light by designers Peter Stathis and Michael McCoy.
Element Vision LED Task Light to Debut at NeoCon 2010
Humanscale will debut its all-new Element Vision LED task light at the 2010 NeoCon World’s Trade Fair, June 14 – 16 in Chicago.
Humanscale to Debut Element 790 LED Task Light at NeoCon 2010
Humanscale will unveil Element 790, the upgraded version of its groundbreaking Element LED task light, at the 2010 NeoCon World’s Trade Fair.
Humansale's V7 Wall Mount to be on Display at NeoCon 2010
Humanscale Healthcare will display its V7 articulating wall mount computer solution at the 2010 NeoCon World’s Trade Fair, June 14 – 16 in Chicago.
Humanair Personal Zone Air Purifier to Appear at NeoCon 2010
Humanscale takes on the indoor air crisis with one of its latest innovations: a high-performance air purifier that features the most effective air purifying technology in the world.
NOTE: ZŌN was known as Humanair at the time of this release.
Humanscale's Paramount to be on Display at NeoCon 2010
Paramount, Humanscale’s ultra-advanced multiple-monitor mounting system, will be on display at the 2010 NeoCon World’s Trade Fair, June 14 – 16 in Chicago.
NOTE: Para/Flex was known as Paramount at the time of this release.
Humanscale's Diffrient World Chair to Appear at NeoCon 2010
Humanscale’s Diffrient World chair by legendary designer Niels Diffrient will be on display at the 2010 NeoCon World’s Trade Fair, June 14 – 16 in Chicago.
Humanscale to Debut High-Capacity Monitor Arm at NeoCon 2010
Humanscale will debut its newest monitor arm solution at the 2010 NeoCon World’s Trade Fair: The M8 monitor arm.
Humanscale to Show T5 Technology Cart at NeoCon 2010
Humanscale Healthcare’s T5 Point-of-Care Technology Cart will be on display at the 2010 NeoCon World’s Trade Fair, June 14 – 16 in Chicago.
Element Light Receives Appliance Design Gold Award
Humanscale’s Element LED Task Light has been recognized with a Gold Award in Appliance Design magazine’s 2010 Excellence in Design (EID) competition.
Diffrient World Chair Receives Prestigious Red Dot Award
Humanscale’s Diffrient World chair has received the world-renowned Red Dot: Best of the Best award for Product Design from the 2010 Red Dot Awards.
Niels Diffrient to Appear at Smithsonian's Cooper-Hewitt
Niels Diffrient is set to speak at Design for Humans, a forum on user-centered design hosted by the Smithsonian’s Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum.
Humanscale Healthcare Introduces V7
Humanscale Healthcare introduces the V7 Wall Station computer support solution.
Chicago Athenaeum Honors Humanscale Seating & Ergo Tools
Humanscale’s Diffrient World Chair, Element LED task light, Diffrient Technology Light and M2 monitor arm have won prestigious GOOD DESIGN awards.
M2 Monitor Arm Receives Interior Design Best of Year Award
The M2 Monitor Arm picks up a "Best of Year" nod from Interior Design magazine.
Humanscale Enters Department Store Market
Humanscale is among a select number of high-end contract furniture manufacturers featured in Bloomingdale’s new Sam Flax S.O.H.O. at Bloomingdale’s furniture department.
Humanscale Receives Pair of Comfortseating Awards
Humanscale’s Liberty chair and Freedom chair earned 2009 ComfortSeating awards.
Diffrient World Chair Receives FX Award
The Diffrient World chair was honored with an FX International Interior Design Award in the Workspace Seating category.
Humanscale Seating, Lighting Earn Green Good Design Awards
Humanscale’s Cinto chair and Diffrient Work Light II have each received a 2009 Green GOOD DESIGN Award.
M2 Monitor Arm Receives iF Product Design Award
Humanscale's M2 Monitor arm has picked up a prestigious award from the International Forum Design's 56th-annual iF Design Awards.
Humanscale Announces Partnership with Artemide
Humanscale and Artemide will join forces to develop new products for the office featuring the latest LED technology.
Humanscale Introduces Free Lighting Audits
In partnership with First Energy Group, Humanscale has introduced a completely free lighting- and cost-analysis program.
Dual-Source Lighting Yields Multi-Fold Benefits
More research on the health and economic benefits of ergonomic lighting.
Tolomeo LED Task Light to be Available Through Humanscale
The new LED version of the iconic Tolomeo task light will now be distributed to the United States contract market through Humanscale.
Humanscale Offers Full Range of Consulting Services
Designed to improve worker comfort while lowering injury risks and associated costs, Humanscale Consulting provides a variety of research-based training and assessment programs.
Design Smart Seminars Continue Through November
The Design Smart Seminar series continues with “Directions for Change in the Design of the Workplace” and “Public Architecture and the Power of Pro Bono Design.”
Humanscale Delivers Sustainability Through Design
Although sustainability has become a buzzword in the contract furniture industry, a commitment to the environment is not always evident in every facet of a product’s development and lifecycle.
Humanscale Names New Managing Director of Latin America
Alberto Elizondo has joined Humanscale as Managing Director of Latin America.
M2 Monitor Arm Receives 'Focus Open' Silver Award
Humanscale’s M2 monitor arm received a “Focus in Silver” award from Focus Open 2009, the 10th installment of Design Center Stuttgart’s Baden-Württemberg International Design Awards.
Humanscale Seating to be Featured at National Design Museum
The Niels Diffrient-designed Freedom, Liberty and Diffrient World chairs will be featured as part of the upcoming Design USA: Contemporary Innovation exhibition at the Smithsonian’s Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum.
Humanscale: Creating a More Comfortable Place to Work
Both I.D. Magazine and The New York Times honor “the gold standard in office seating.”
Revolutionary Element LED Task Light Now Shipping
Humanscale’s first foray into LED task lighting—the Element LED task light—is now shipping.
Humanscale Sets New Bar With Ultra Simple Task Chair
Humanscale’s Diffrient World chair by legendary designer Niels Diffrient represents ultimate simplicity in a high-performance task chair.
Humanscale Products Featured on Screens Big and Small
Humanscale products will share the screen with decorated movie and TV stars such as Bruce Willis, Robin Williams, John Travolta, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Hugh Laurie and Kiefer Sutherland, among others.
Humanscale Wins Six Big Awards at IIDEX/NeoCon Canada 2009
Faces in the Wild Art Auction Raises $42k
The September 16, 2009 event raised a total of $21,000 in bids and donations, an amount that was matched by Humanscale to be presented to WWF.
Humanscale Healthcare Forms Partnership with Attainia
The majority of Humanscale and Humanscale Healthcare’s products will be available through Attainia.
Humanscale to Launch Faces in the Wild Auction on Web
Online bidding precedes the main event—a live and silent auctions and cocktail party in Humanscale’s New York City showroom.
Design Smart Seminars Continue Through September
Humanscale’s popular Design Smart Seminars series continues in September with two educational sessions.
Humanscale’s Faces in the Wild Slated for September 16, 2009
Humanscale’s ninth annual Faces in the Wild art auction and design competition will take place in the company’s New York City showroom.
Humanscale Announces Faces in the Wild Call For Entries
Humanscale Wins Five Big Awards at NeoCon 2009
Humanscale has netted five big awards at the NeoCon World’s Trade Fair 2009—the largest exhibition of contract furnishings in North America.
M2 Monitor Arm Named "Best Ergonomic Solution"
Humanscale’s M2 monitor arm has been named Best Ergonomic Solution by mix interiors magazine for Mixology09.
Humanscale Sets Record for Buildings Product Innovations Awards
Never before has one company earned so many citations in a given year.
Humanscale Sells One-Millionth Freedom Chair
Humanscale announces it has sold one million Freedom chairs by legendary designer Niels Diffrient.
Humanair Air Purifier to Debut at NeoCon
Humanscale takes on unhealthy air with its latest innovation.
NOTE: ZŌN was known as Humanair at the time of this release.
Humanscale Introduces Two New Seating Textiles
Humanscale announces the introduction of Ginkgo and Lotus, two new textiles by award-winning designer Elizabeth Whelan.
Humanscale Introduces Diffrient Technology Light
Integrating two power outlets and an optional data port into its base, Humanscale’s versitile Diffrient Technology Light is now shipping.
Humanscale Healthcare Reintroduces T5 Technology Cart
The upgraded T5 features improved cable management and sleek new aesthetics while maintaining mobility and comfort with a high-performance power system for both laptops and PCs.
Humanscale Healthcare Introduces V7
Humanscale Healthcare introduces the V7 Wall Station computer support solution.
Element Lights Up New LED Technology At NeoCon
Humanscale’s first LED task lighting solution is set to make its debut at NeoCon 2009, June 15 – 17.
Humanscale to Debut L6 Notebook Manager at NeoCon 2009
The newest in Humanscale’s family of ergonomically designed laptop solutions, the L6 provides features that simplify the ergonomic use of laptop computers.
Humanscale Moves Toward Paperless Literature
Humanscale has adopted an electronic marketing initiative that will reduce the number of brochures it prints by 90% and save more than 1,300 trees each year.
Humanscale Announces 6G Keyboard Mechanism
Set to debut at NeoCon 2009, the 6G features an advanced design that sets a new standard for keyboard mechanisms.
Popular Design Smart Seminars Continue Into May
“The Adaptable Workplace: Ergonomic Design and Productivity” and “Public Architecture and the Power of Pro Bono Design" are available in May.
Diffrient Speaks at University of Minnesota
One hundred-fifty University of Minnesota design students are benefiting from the insights of legendary industrial designer Niels Diffrient.
Humanscale Sets New Bar with Ultra Simple Task Chair
Humanscale’s Diffrient World chair by legendary designer Niels Diffrient will debut at NeoCon 2009, June 15 – 17.
M2 to Revolutionize Dynamic Monitor Arm Category
Humanscale introduces the M2, an ultra-simple monitor arm that offers a longer life and a more eco- and value-conscious choice than any current-generation monitor arm.
Diffrient Work Light II Brightens iF Awards
Heralded for its innovation, performance and green qualities, Humanscale’s Diffrient Work Light II has won a prestigious 2009 iF product design award in the Lighting category.
Humanscale Design Smart Seminars Continue Into Spring
Humanscale’s popular Design Smart Seminar series continues in April with four educational events.
Humanscale Honored by Green Dot Awards
Humanscale’s Liberty Side chair, Access Rail and CPU600 have been recognized by the 2008 Green Dot Awards for their exceptionally sustainable designs.
Humanscale Design Smart Seminars Continue Through March
Humanscale Philly Awarded Silver LEED-CI Certification
This reflects Humanscale’s longstanding commitment to the environment, from the design and manufacture of its products to its office and showroom interiors.
Humanscale Design Smart Seminars Continue Into Spring
Humanscale’s popular Design Smart Seminar series continues in February with eight educational events in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.
Element LED Task Light Now Available To Consumers
Humanscale Opens Expanded London Showroom
Chicago Athenaeum Honors Humanscale Work Light, Wall Station
The Diffrient Work Light II and V3 Wall Station have won GOOD DESIGN awards from the Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design.
Humanscale Expands Design Smart Seminar Series
Humanscale kicks off 2009 with a pair of seminars by Professor Alan Hedge.
Humanscale Introduces Squiggle
Humanscale Freedom and Liberty chairs can now be outfitted in Squiggle, a new textile by Lori Weitzner.
Humanscale Expands Global Production
Humanscale has announced that Liberty chairs sold to customers in the Asia Pacific region will now be assembled in China.
Humanscale Expands Global Distribution Capacity
Shiavello has strengthened its partnership with Humanscale by adding a production assembly line for Humanscale’s Liberty chair.
Humanscale’s New Paramount Debuts
Humanscale introduces the new Paramount, a multiple-monitor display system supporting one to eight flat panel monitors on a single parabolic mount.
NOTE: Para/Flex was known as Paramount at the time of this release.
Humanscale Sponsors WWF Conservation Efforts in Cambodia
Through a three-year, $750,000 sponsorship of a new World Wildlife Fund program, Humanscale will help prevent the destruction of one of the last pristine wilderness areas of southeast Asia.
Humanscale’s Diffrient Work Light II a Winner
Buildings Magazine gave the Diffrient Work Light II a Citation of Excellence in their annual Product Innovations Awards.
Humanscale Products Have Staying Power on Screen
Drew Barrymore, Robert De Niro, Robin Williams and John Travolta are just a few of the stars who will share the big screen with Humanscale in 2009.
Humanscale Opens Hong Kong Showroom
International sales comprised 23% of the company’s total sales in 2007, a figure expected to increase in 2008.
Humanscale's New Showroom Open for Designers' Saturday
The first Designer's Saturday showcase in twenty years will be at Humanscale's London showroom.
Switch Mouse Provides Unprecedented Ergonomic Comfort
Research shows that mouse fit and versatility are important factors for user health and safety on the job.
Humanscale’s Switch Mouse Now Shipping
Humanscale’s award-winning Switch Mouse is now available for purchase at a list price of $120.
Humanscale’s Award-Winning Cinto Now Shipping
Humanscale’s much anticipated, award-winning Cinto chair is now available for purchase.
Buildings Magazine Recognizes Humanscale’s NeatLinks
The award recognizes the new cable management system as one of the most innovative solutions to today’s facilities challenges.
Humanscale Expansion Includes Chicago Showroom
An updated and expanded Humanscale showroom comes to Chicago.
Hugely Successful Faces in the Wild Event Raises $150k
The May 13, 2008, event raised a record-setting $75,000 in bids and donations alone, more than five times the sum collected during the 2007 event.
Humanscale to Launch Faces in the Wild Auction on Web
Humanscale will kick off an online preview of the eighth annual Faces in the Wild fundraiser.
Humanscale Ergonomics Experts: Humanscale Consulting
Humanscale Consulting offers unparalleled, up-to-date expertise on the latest ergonomic and human factors research related to office work.
Humanscale Design, Human Factors Expert: Niels Diffrient
Widely considered the preeminent expert and a pioneer in the area of ergonomic design, Diffrient currently contributes groundbreaking designs exclusively to Humanscale.
Humanscale’s Faces in the Wild Slated for May 13, 2008
Humanscale’s eighth annual Faces in the Wild art auction and design competition will take place on May 13, 2008, from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m., in the company’s New York City showroom.
Humanscale Introduces Bridget Stripe and Squiggle
Humanscale Freedom and Liberty chairs can now be outfitted with two stylish and sustainable new textiles: Bridget Stripe and Squiggle.
Buildings Magazine Recognizes Diffrient Work Light II
Buildings magazine will feature Humanscale’s Diffrient Work Light II—an Editors’ Choice, Top Product Pick for 2008—in its June 2008 issue.
Humanscale Achieves 23.4% Growth in 2007
Humanscale announces that sales revenues in 2007 reached $184 million, a year-over-year increase of 23.4%.
treehugger.com Hails Humanscale Environmental Policy
TreeHugger.com has commended Humanscale for using a significant percentage of recycled materials in a majority of their product lines.
New Humanscale Air Purifier Lauded by Museum of Modern Art
The Museum of Modern Art is featuring the Humanair air purifier by Humanscale in its exhibition, Design and the Elastic Mind.
NOTE: ZŌN was known as Humanair at the time of this release.
Humanscale Healthcare Announces Expansion
A newly expanded Humanscale Healthcare will debut at the HIMSS08 Conference and Exhibition.
Humanscale Announces Design Smart Seminars
Seminars currently scheduled include topics on building green, design and human behavior research, and office ergonomics.
Humanscale Announces Faces in the Wild Call for Entries
Humanscale is now accepting animal-inspired artwork to auction at their eighth annual Faces in the Wild event.
Humanscale Introduces Platinum 5G Keyboard System
The Platinum 5G Keyboard System, the first all-silver keyboard solution in the office furniture market, is now available.
Chicago Athenaeum Honors Paramount, Switch Mouse
The oldest competition of its kind, GOOD DESIGN has evaluated entries based on innovation, form, materials and construction, concept, function, utility and aesthetic appeal since 1950.
NOTE: Para/Flex was known as Paramount at the time of this release.
Humanscale Fills Hotel Chelsea Lounge to Capacity
The Humanscale sales team and members of New York’s architecture and design community enjoyed the festive atmosphere and terrific company at the hot-ticket soiree.
Humanscale’s Switch Mouse Recognized Worldwide
The International Forum Design has honored Humanscale’s Switch Mouse with a 2008 iF Product Design Award.
Consumer Electronics Association Honors Switch Mouse
The Switch Mouse will be featured on the 2008 Innovations honoree website and in Consumer Electronics Vision magazine.
Flat Panel Monitor Arms Improve Comfort at Work
A Cornell University study reports that M7 Flat Panel Monitor Arms reduce Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) symptoms and musculoskeletal discomfort, and enhance workstation utilization and satisfaction.
Humanscale Supports InformeDesign® Improvements
Thanks in part to a Humanscale donation, the University of Minnesota is improving InformeDesign, a free online research and communications tool for design professionals.
Humanscale Healthcare’s T5 Wins Big in 2007
T5 Point-of-Care Technology Cart is Industrial and Life Science Design First Category Winner and earned first prize in the iDA Medical/Scientific Machinery category.
Another Win for Humanscale’s Switch Mouse
Also known as the G-Mark, this top nod draws consumer attention to products that improve lives and advance industrial activity.
Humanscale’s Cinto Chair Wins 4 Design Awards
Humanscale’s Cinto has picked up four prestigious awards.
Humanscale Products Earn Gold At IIDEX/NeoCon 2007
The Switch Mouse and CPU600 picked up Gold Innovation Awards at IIDEX/NeoCon Canada 2007.
Manuel Saez Among Fast Company’s Emerging Masters of Design
The “Masters of Design” feature in the October 2007 issue of Fast Company highlights the innovators and creators who are shaping design in business today.
Humanscale Design Director to Speak at International Design & Sustainability Conference
Humanscale Design Director Manuel Saez is among the distinguished industrial design industry leaders invited to speak at the Design and Sustainability Conference in Stockholm, Sweden.
Humanscale: Creating a More Comfortable Place to Work
Just one company in the contract furniture industry was named among the top ten companies worldwide “that help push design forward” by I.D. Magazine.
T5 Technology Cart Now Shipping
The T5 combines unmatched ergonomic comfort and mobility with a high-performance power system for both laptops and PCs in healthcare environments.
Liberty Side Chair Now in Production
Developed by legendary designer Niels Diffrient, the Liberty Side chair offers beautiful styling and uncompromising comfort for side chair applications.
Humanscale Monofilament Stripe Meets Environmental Standard
Humanscale’s Monofilament Stripe textile has achieved the independent bluesign® environmental standard.
Humanscale to be Featured in ‘The Dream Home’ Project
The project, officially titled The Dream Home; Evolution in Design and Technology, is designed to introduce the latest environmentally friendly and technologically advanced products to the Southwestern market in one enclosed setting.
Humanscale Switch Mouse Wins Big Domestically & Abroad
The Switch Mouse has picked up three noteworthy awards in recent weeks, including two top prizes at the recent NeoCon World’s Trade Fair 2007 in Chicago.
L2 Earns High Ratings from Buildings Magazine
Humanscale’s award-winning L2 Notebook Manager received high marks in the Editors’ Choice Product Review Spotlight in the May 2007 issue of Buildings magazine.
Buildings Magazine Selects Cinto as Top Product Pick
Humanscale’s award-winning Cinto chair will be featured in the June 2007 issue of Buildings magazine as an Editors’ Choice – Top Product Pick for 2007.
Humanscale Launches Hospitality Division
Humanscale announces the launch of its hospitality division.
Humanscale Switch Mouse Goes For Gold In EID Awards
The Humanscale Switch Mouse has earned a Gold EID award in appliance DESIGN magazine’s 20th Annual Excellence in Design Competition.
Humanscale Faces in the Wild Nets $26k for Wildlife
Niels Diffrient to Speak at Design Forum
Legendary designer Niels Diffrient will join New York Times art critic Michael Kimmelman for “Art Meets Design and Other Conundrums: Niels Diffrient and Michael Kimmelman in Conversation.”
Faces in the Wild Online Preview Auction Now Live
The Faces in the Wild online preview auction is now live and will supplement the upcoming live and silent auctions scheduled for April 12, 2007, in Humanscale’s London showroom.
Standing Room Only At Humanscale Ergoforum
The roundtable event, themed “Design to Implementation,” was hosted in Los Angeles and featured a panel of local experts.
Humanscale Helps USGBC Achieve Platinum LEED Status
With support from Humanscale, the U.S. Green Building Council has successfully achieved Platinum LEED status for its new headquarters.
Humanscale Seating Now Available in Ultraleathe™ Promessa
Humanscale’s award-winning Freedom and Liberty lines of seating are now available in Ultraleather™ Promessa, a luxurious simulated leather by Ultrafabrics.
Niels Diffrient Named Tastemaker by forbes.com
Forbes.com has tapped legendary designer Niels Diffrient as one of ten “Tastemakers” for 2007 in the area of industrial design.
Humanscale Introduces the Switch Mouse
Humanscale introduces the Switch Mouse, a revolutionary new mousing solution that brings unprecedented ergonomics to computer users.
Humanscale Design Studio Expands
The Humanscale Design Studio announces that it now provides complete industrial design services to third-party clients.
Liberty Side Chair Now in Production
Humanscale’s Liberty Side chair, companion to the multi-award winning Liberty Task and Conference chair line, is now in full production.
Annual Faces in the Wild Auction Slated for London
The event will benefit two charitable causes—World Wildlife Fund and the John Aspinall Foundation—and is scheduled for April 12, 2007, in Humanscale’s London showroom.
Diffrient Light Offers Shining Example of Bright Design
Humanscale Announces New Standard in CPU Holders
The CPU600 sets a new standard for CPU holder function and ease of use.
Humanscale Cinto to Ship in 2007
Humanscale’s much-anticipated award-winning Cinto chair will begin shipping in late 2007.
Ergo Info
Adjust armrests to an optimal position by resting your hands in your lap to find your natural elbow height. Use them for extra support during various tasks, and move them out of the way while typing.
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