by AF 0624 a3 NeoCon — June 26, 2009—Herman Miller, a global leader and pioneer in ergonomics, has developed a product technology that enhances the human relationship between seated postures and computer-based technology. Born out of research brought to the company in 2002 by the late Bill Stumpf and design partner Jeff Weber, Envelop is an intelligent, freestanding desk that provides ergonomic support throughout a range of seated postures, says the company. It was demonstrated in the company’s showroom during the NeoCon World’s Trade Fair.
Herman Miller’s award-winning Embody work chair, introduced in late 2008, was the first product to result from this research, with the Envelop desk completing the designers’ vision.
Envelop, when used with high performance work chairs such as Herman Miller’s Embody, Aeron and Mirra chairs, provides continuous forearm support and accommodates a reclined position, without extending visual distance to the display technology.
The desk was designed according to Herman Miller’s Design for the Environment protocol, which emphasizes safe materials, recycled content and ease of disassembly. It contains 32 percent recycled content and is up to 53 percent recyclable.
For more information, see the Herman Miller Web site.
