NowyStyl_Raport CSR_2020-2021_EN

Several factors are key to how comfortable and ergonomic one’s workspace is. Therefore, when we talk about a well- suited workspace, we mean more than just a desk and a 2.3 A well and safely planned space People spend an average of 13 hours a day seated. Sitting, often in a wrong way, exposes our bodies to a variety of ailments. The strain on our spine and the associated pain do not disappear when we leave the office. That is why it is so important to change positions frequently. The ideal model assumes that during the working day we should be sitting for 50% of the time, standing for 25% of the time (standing work, meetings at a high table) and be on the move for 25% of the time (moving around the office, getting a coffee or water). With this, as well as the much wider ergonomics knowl- edge in mind, we strive to design furniture with a view to In the years reported, we have expanded our range of desks with electric height adjustment for standing work to include eUP electric desks as well as the eModel 2.0 and Xio 2.0 lines with advanced settings. Our offering also includes Play&Work and eRange system electric desks. In response to the needs of hybrid and home office work, we have introduced a single-column desk with electric height adjustment – the eModel 2.0 mini, with dimensions opti- mised for courier delivery. The desk is also available in an Ergonomics how it can benefit the health of its users. That is why we have developed an entire range of innovative ergonomic systems such as: > GLIDE-TEC – a patented solution to protect the user's back when changing positions, > Duo-back – recommended for spinal dysfunctions, > S-MOVE – designed for the 4ME chair line, > X-MOVE – a patented mobile link between the back- rest and the seat, > AirCare – a system of air chambers located inside the seat for dynamically responsive support. electrically independent version – where height adjustment is hand-operated with a crank. A wide selection of these products is due to the increasing need to design ergo- nomic workstations and employers' growing awareness of ergonomic principles. Just like in previous years, we regularly provide training to employees, distributors and end-users on how to properly adjust our furniture to best suit ergonomic work. chair. When arranging offices, we also take care of acoustic issues and design spaces to be as comfortable and safe as possible. 36 Table of contents