Haworth - Zody_System 89 office chair
11.03.2010 00:05:15
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Zody_System 89

Zody System 89...form follows science

Design starts with a vision, science with a question. Haworth's vision was a mid-priced task chair ergonomically superior to anything on the market. The critical question - especially when it comes to chair design - was: "How do users define comfort?" and "Is there anything about seating that we do not know yet? " The Human Performance Institute of Western Michigan University (WMU) was entrusted with the research. The German ITO Design and the Haworth development and engineering team have realised the scientific findings and have created Zody_System 89.

Instructional Video

Link: Instructional Video

The model of your dreams.

Zody_System 89 contents itself with only a few model versions since we prefer to offer the user an equipment which is complete from an ergonomic point of view. You may certainly do without the armrests if this is called for by your activity, as well as without the seat depth adjustment if the user is not higher than average. You may basically choose between a mesh back and an upholstered version.

Zody_System 89 - Asymmetric lumbar support sets new ergonomic standards.

The central findings of the scientific research conducted by the Human Performance Institute of Western Michigan University (WMU) were the conclusion that there is an asymmetry in the lumbar region of each human being due to work habits and the development processes of the human body and that an asymmetric support will have a beneficial effect on the user of the chair. As a result, our designers and engineers have developed the PAL^TMBack System (lumbar & pelvic support). By a simple rotation forward, the lumbar region will get individual support of the lower back which can be adjusted asymmetrically if requested by the user. Furthermore, the passive pelvic support raises the pelvis, thus optimising the user's body posture.

1. Lumbar adjustment. Flexible concentric rings adapt to each form of the back and support the lumbar region.
2. Asymmetric lumbar support. By turning the levers, the counterpressure can be adjusted independently for right or left-hand side of user's body.
3. Pelvic support. Supports and helps rotate the pelvis forward to maintain the natural spine shape of an ideal S-curve.
4. Ergonomic seat - optimally shaped seat surface, available with seat depth adjustment upon request. The Technogel® Soft Lite Gel upholstery (optional) ensures a point elastic relief of the pressure.
5. 4D armrests can be adjusted in height, the arm caps from front-to-back, from side-to-side as well as the pivoting angle.

Zody_System 89 is sustainable starting from production up to reuse.

Haworth pursues an integrated strategy also with regard to environmental behaviour. We take on responsibility in the meaning of a "Product Stewardship" for the complete life cycle of Zody_System 89. Recycled material is used already when producing the chair. Zody_System 89 has also been constructed for a quick disassembly and meets the most stringent criteria with regard to emissions. Our factories are certified according to DIN EN ISO 14001 and our employees are - professionally and privately - committed to environmental protection.

Zody_System 89

1. 4D armrests
2. Seat depth adjustment (optional)
3. PAL^TM Back System
4. Seat height adjustment
5. Tension control and Back Stop adjustment
6. Forward tilt