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Freedom Headrest

Freedom Headrest

Freedom Headrest

Product catalog summary
Overview
The Freedom chair, designed by Niels Diffrient and manufactured by Humanscale, is an ergonomic office chair that combines functionality with aesthetic appeal. It features an automatic adjustment mechanism that eliminates the need for manual controls, adapting to the user's body weight and movements.

Features
The chair is available in two versions: the Freedom Task and the Freedom Headrest. Key features include:
  • Weight-sensitive, self-locking recline mechanism for optimal support.
  • Pivoting backrest for lumbar comfort.
  • Synchronous arms for easy adjustment.
  • Contoured cushions for comfort and pressure reduction.
  • Modular design for easy maintenance and aesthetic updates.
  • High-performance textiles for enhanced comfort and function.
  • The Headrest version includes a dynamic headrest for additional support.

Specifications
Freedom Task:
  • Dimensions: W: 26.75” x D: 17.40“- 19.85” x H: 36.7”- 41.5”.
  • Weight: 30 lbs without arms, 34 lbs with arms.
  • Designed for users 5’0” - 6’4” in height and 100 lbs to 300 lbs in weight.
  • 15-year warranty.
Freedom Headrest:
  • Includes all features of the Task version plus a dynamic headrest.
  • Dimensions: W: 26.75” x D: 17.40“- 19.85” x H: 48.2”- 53”.
  • Weight: 34 lbs without arms, 38 lbs with arms.

Design Philosophy
Niels Diffrient aimed to simplify task seating by removing complex mechanisms and focusing on user adaptability. The chair's design allows for natural movement and reduces pressure on the body.

Environmental Impact
The Freedom chair is designed with sustainability in mind, featuring a lightweight and modular design that facilitates recycling and maintenance. It is GREENGUARD certified for indoor air quality.

Available Options
The chair offers various customization options, including:
  • Textiles: Stretch fabrics, leathers, antimicrobial textiles.
  • Stitch finishing: Matching or contrasting stitching.
  • Cushions: Technogel for weight distribution.
  • Arms: Synchronous or advanced in various materials.
  • Finishes: Graphite, Titanium, Polished Aluminum.
  • Cylinder and caster options for different needs.
  • Additional features like a coat hanger attachment and clean room compliance.
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Catalog excerpts

Freedom Headrest-1

Designed by Niels Diffrient.

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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 weight-sensitive,...

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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 mechanism,...

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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 (lock...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.