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Freedom Headrest
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A true design icon, the Freedom chair proves that ergonomics can be beautiful. Created by Niels Diffrient, Freedom automatically adjusts to every user. Designed to eliminate the need for manual controls, it features a sophisticated weight-sensitive, self-locking recline mechanism. And its unique form has a timeless aesthetic that complements any workspace. Features Available in two versions, the everyday Freedom Task and the executive Freedom Headrest, each chair includes the following features: istinctive design sets it apart from other task chairs and D enhances any space nnovative...

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Niels Diffrient and the Freedom Chair As the pioneer of ergonomics, Niels Diffrient aimed to redefine the concept of the traditional task chair and instead design seating solutions that efficiently adapt to users, allowing them to move freely from posture to posture. Diffrient’s unique approach removed complexities found in other chairs, such as cumbersome recline levers and back tension dials. He realized that movement during recline took pressure off the user’s body, and transferred it to the back of the chair. As a result, he developed the weight-sensitive, self-locking recline...

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Available Options: extiles: Range of four-way stretch fabrics, box-stitched T leathers, antimicrobial textiles and non-stretch materials titch finishing: Choice of matching or contrasting box S stitching is available with all leathers ushions: Technogel cushions maximize weight distribution C rms: - Synchronous arms in duron, gel or matching textile A - Advanced arms in duron, gel or matching textile inishes: Graphite, Titanium and Polished Aluminum with F Graphite or Titanium ylinder: Low, Tall, High with footring and return to height C asters: Soft casters, glides or locking casters C...

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