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Keyboard Systems

A key component of an ergonomic workstation and a must for any keyboard user, a well-designed articulating keyboard support offers serious protection from carpel tunnel syndrome, neck and back pain, and other musculoskeletal issues. Since 1999, Humanscale has been the leading manufacturer of articulating keyboard systems, and today sells more than all other manufacturers combined. “A decade of ergonomics research shows that using a negatively sloped adjustable keyboard tray maximizes the time spent working in neutral hand, wrist and upper body postures. These postural benefits can’t be...

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The Neutral Reach Zone “The area that can be conveniently reached with a sweep of the forearm while the upper arm hangs in a natural position at the side.” (Sanders & McCormick, 1993) Humanscale keyboard systems ensure nearly all users can work consistently within their Neutral Reach Zone to maintain a low-risk posture. • User hunches forward • Wrists extended • No chair support • Risk of carpel tunnel syndrome and neck, shoulder and back pain • Relaxed upper body • Straight wrists • User’s back engaged with chair • Neutral, low-risk, sustainable posture Without a keyboard support With a...

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Mouse Platforms From our original Swivel Mouse to our best-in-class Clip Mouse — which features height, depth and lateral adjustability, and can easily be moved to support left- or right-handed mousing— Humanscale’s mouse options will keep you mousing in comfort. Keyboard Platforms Made of 14” phenolic resin, which combines strength, durability and a slim profile, Humanscale’s wide range of keyboard platform options will accommodate any need. Available with Technogel or foam palm supports. Mechanisms Humanscale offers nine award-winning, negative-tilt mechanism options, from our original...

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