Workspace Solutions

One Chance to Make a Good Impression

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:50:08 +0000

Although Logiflex makes a lot of different types of office furniture, we really like their reception products. We’ve already used them in several installations, and hope to have photos of those up here soon. Meantime, watch the short video slide show. Keep in mind that Logiflex is, is by design, very flexible and modular in design, so we can create just about anything you need that fits your space and reception needs. Oh, and the price point is nice, so you can create a really great first impression within your budget.

Cutting the Cord

admin — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 18:53:51 +0000

After decades of pretty much the same surface technology for our desks and tables, new things are happening fast. We’ve already talked about microbial surfaces that inhibit germs. Now, we’re about to see desk and conference table surfaces that recharge your laptop, mobile phone, and other devices. If you’re using one of our new conference tables from National (arriving this fall,) you won’t need to plug your laptop into a power source, so with Wi-Fi, there won’t be a need to plug in at all.

Here’s a video from the technology developer that shows how it works.

If you really want to know more, here’s a link:
http://www.ecoupled.com/this video goes into detail.

And here’s a video:

Keep coming back to our blog for scenes of National Furniture’s first ecoupling offerings.

Used Furniture Page

admin — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 18:49:26 +0000

With our huge showroom-warehouse on Coliseum Blvd in Fort Wayne, we have thousands of square feet jammed with used office furniture in great condition. We’ve just added a used page to our website, and soon, we’ll be posting some of the latest arrivals on this site. We’ll never be able to add everything, so, if you’re looking for used, the best thing to do isgo is our Coliseum Blvd. store.

To see more, watch the video:

Recyling hits its “Stride”

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:31:03 +0000

The Stride line of office furniture from Allsteel is designed to be adapted and adjusted to any work environment and to individual needs and preferences. On the sustainability front, all of the energy used in production of the furniture was offset by the purchase of renewable energy certificates. Nearly all of the materials used contain recycled content, the entire panel selection is Cradle to Cradle Silver certified, the panels offer an alternative to particleboard and are made of agricultural fibers. The company also has reuse and recycle programs in place to repurpose furniture that has reached the end of its useful life.

allsteeloffice.com

New Side Chairs from Gunlocke

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:27:49 +0000

We now have a couple of really stylish new chairs from Gunlocke.
The Mara

The Camille

Reducing Germs in the Office

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:24:33 +0000

Antimicrobial Silver Ion Protection Now Available!

You deserve the ultimate performance from the products you choose. That’s why National introduces Antimicrobial Silver Ion Protection standard on all wood finishes and at no upcharge.

Why Antimicrobial Silver Ion Technology?
At National Office Furniture, we believe in providing solutions that create healthier environments. You’ll find that our products are manufactured responsibly and earn environmental certifications such as level™ and SCS Indoor Advantage™ as well as meeting the air quality standards of CARB (California Air Resource Board). Furthering our commitment to enhancing product performance, our wood finish now features antimicrobial silver ion technology to inhibit the growth of mold, mildew, fungus and bacteria that can cause odors and stains. In addition to commercial office spaces, high traffic, public areas found throughout healthcare and education facilities benefit from this extra level of product protection to prevent the spread of bacteria.

Silver ion technology not only adds to the performance of our wood products, it provides confidence in knowing that your wood surfaces are better protected. National Office Furniture chemical engineers and partners developed an enhanced wood finish featuring silver ion technology with no effect on the durability or clarity of our finished wood products.

What is Antimicrobial Silver Ion Technology?
Silver is a highly effective, natural antimicrobial agent. Silver ion technology is already present in everyday products (cell phones, touch screens, textiles, clothing, etc.) and has been proven safe to humans, animals and plants. Silver ion technology resists and inhibits the growth of microorganisms by forming a protective antimicrobial surface against microbes, pathogens and bacteria, such as E. coli and Staph. It also suppresses the growth of harmful mold, mildew and fungus. In helping prevent the growth of stain and odor causing microorganisms, this protection provides stain and odor control. Additionally, tests have shown that on unprotected surfaces, bacteria can double in number every 20 minutes. Mitigating the effects of this rapid escalation, silver ion technology inhibits bacterial growth by 99.94%, keeping surfaces cleaner, longer.

How does Antimicrobial Silver Ion Technology Work?
Silver ions permeate throughout our wood finish and form an antimicrobial surface, effectively inhibiting the growth of harmful microorganisms. Embedding the silver ion technology in the wood finish, versus applying an additional topcoat, ensures that silver’s inherent microorganism fighting action will continue to work throughout the product’s life. A silver ion exchange occurs when moisture is introduced (humidity, perspiration, a sneeze, etc.). This moisture contains ions (i.e. sodium, potassium, etc.) that exchange positions with the silver ions. The silver ions disrupt vital cell functions of the harmful microorganisms, therefore inhibiting their growth.

Strange Names, Great Products

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:21:06 +0000

Here are two new products we now carry that can answer very specific workspace solutions.
The first is called Wing It. And there are thousands of different ways you can “Wing It.”

Next is Zii. Here is a worktable that folds up, chairs and all, for easy storage.

Value from Gunlocke

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:01:57 +0000

Gunlocke is one of our highest end product lines. It’s really nice furniture. Now, Gunlocke has value engineered a new line that makes owning the best more affordable. Here’s the way they describe it:

Trio delivers an endless array of cohesive design options for every office from transitional to contemporary. It features a wide range of veneers, paint, glass and plastic laminate combinations for an expansive aesthetic flexibility. Trio can meet the needs of an organization at every level and does so without sacrificing the quality of craftsmanship that is synonymous to Gunlocke.
Highlights:

* Three edge profiles
* Three hardware styles
* Three wood species and eleven color finishes
* Three paint colors
* Eight plastic laminate choices
* Durable ClearTech on worksurfaces

Value from OSP in desks and chairs

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:52:43 +0000

OSP has added several more affordable desk and executive seating options.

The Mendocino is a traditional high end wood veneer line.
We have this now in our downtown office. A design for the connoisseur, Mendocino blends executive style, scale and characteristics with the beauty of wood craftsmanship. Select hardwood veneers book-matched in traditional fashion or Handcrafted veneer inlay in contrasting dark finish

Check out more in this pdf: http://www.officestar.net/OSPF/pdfs/Mendocino11-13.pdf

The ION series brings contemporary sophistication to executive offices, blending rich mahogany finish wood veneers with modern design elements. Organic shapes. Floating work surfaces. Metal,
glass and wood materials. We also have this in the downtown Fort Wayne showroom, and it’s really worth the trip to see this in person. Check out more in this pdf: http://www.officestar.net/OSPF/pdfs/Ion9-10.pdf

The new OSP Model 7270 Executive Chair line offers the look of chrome and leather for under $500. We have this chair in our showroom right now.

Value from National in their new Renegade series

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:26:15 +0000

National Office Furniture introduces its newest casegood series, Renegade™. This exceptional value, all laminate offering is designed to perform in a multitude of spaces from private offices and open areas to teaming and mobile workforces. Featuring the latest in styling and durability, Renegade’s flexibility starts with both fully assembled units and shell based components for creative solutions tailored to the way an organization works.
Renegade’s versatility continues with mix and match surface and chassis options, layered surfaces and tiered storage solutions along with a full line of credenzas, wall mount cabinets, freestanding lateral files and wardrobes, bookcases and more custom-like storage selections.