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Contessa overview An elegant synthesis of European design and seating technology, Contessa represents a refinement of function, comfort and style. Contessa's smart operation concept enables adjustments to be easily made while the user is seated, encouraging accurate positioning Contessa's mesh serves both function and aesthetics, suspending the body in comfort and giving the chair a visual lightness. Contessa conceals nothing. The chair's structure is completely transparent, clearly expressing its purpose and use. Contessa makes use of minimal components, each designed to contrib- ute to...

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The ability to make continuous adjustments while feeling immediate changes encourages users to alter their working positions. The more we change the more we move. The more we move, the more our bodies are able to combat the effects of long-term sitting postures. An optional hanger is available. Contessa is designed to adjust naturally and precisely, considering not only the chair’s functions but addressing how the body is affected while sitting. The smart operation – an advanced mechanism that employs levers conveniently located in the armrests – allows the user to make adjustments from the...

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Contessa refines the qualities of a mesh chair with its sense of lightness and form-fitting suspension. Contessa's Tess Mesh retains its tensile strength with the ability to conform to • The open weave permits free air flow while providing superior comfort • Two different weaves are used for the seat and back to provide the appropriate support Tess Mesh/ Tess Cloth Colors • The seat and back are available in Tess Mesh, with coordinating Tess Cloth upholstery colors offered on the seat • The seat is also available in most Teknion standard and graded-in fabrics • A selection of frame/base...

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Contessa adjustments TILT TENSION ARMREST HEIGHT ARMREST PIVOT SEAT HEIGHT SEAT DEPTH Designed to promote a more dynamic seated posture and reduce lower back strain, the lumbar adjustments facilitate continuous movement, accurate Contessa’s smart operation concept enables users to effortlessly set the tilt control at upright, free-oat or locked position at any increment using a lever located in the left Correct tension keeps the user’s back in contact with the chair, giving the spine the critical support it needs to maintain normal alignment. The tilt tension dial has four Ratchet armrests...

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2. tilt control adjustment 3. lumbar height adjustment WIDTH BETWEEN ARMS 18.25" 4. lumbar depth adjustment 2 BACK LUMBAR HEIGHT 7.75”-9.75” 5 6. seat height adjustment 8. tess mesh fabric 1o 9. seat depth adjustment 10. tilt tension adjustment

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teknion corporation in canada: ii50 flint road toronto, ontario m3j 2j5 canada tel 866.teknion 866.835.6466 fax 4i6.66i.45 86 in the usa: 350 fellowship road mt l aurel, new jersey 08054 usa tel 877.teknion 877.835.6466 fax 856.552.5088 other offices located in: europe south and central america middle east asia russia for regional contact information go to www.teknion.com teknion embraces change and its innate possibilities. our culture is one of innovation. in that spirit, we have stepped forward to integrate sustainable principles and practices into the design, manufacturing and marketing...

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