ID Chair Concept Developed by Vitra in Switzerland Design: Antonio Citterio
ID Chair Concept - ence in developing office chairs to create the ID Chair range of office swivel chairs. The different models, which can be configured according to the modular concept, lend a subtle elegance and colourful variety to the office. They offer a wider range of different options, allowing the users to adapt the chairs functionality, comfort and aesthetics to suit their individual requirements. The ID Chair Concept consists of three basic types: ID Mesh, ID Soft, ID Trim and ID Air, each with different backrests. The pleasantly soft seat padding and the supportive backrests provide a high degree of comfort. The chair is now available with the new ProMatic chair mechanism as well as with the existing FlowMotion mechanism. ProMatic automatically adapts to the weight of the user. The user therefore only has to set the seat height. ProMatic is ideal for touchdown workstations and for conference and meeting areas of all kinds. The Flow- Motion mechanism and its many functions can be set to the exact requirements of the respective user. ID Trim ID Trim s backrest provides the comfort of an upholstered back whilst being almost as thin as a mesh backrest. It is therefore a good alternative to these two construction types. ID Trim L With its high backrest, ID Trim L provides additional support for the neck region and can also be used as an executive chair. ID Air ID Air s plastic backrest supports the back, is flexible and is perforated for air circulation. It is also a cost-effective solution.
ID Mesh The innovative spacer fabric fitted over ID Mesh s backrest is translucent and open like a net while also being as comfortable as a thin cushion. ID Soft The fully upholstered, height-adjustable backrest ensures a high level of comfort. Clear lines give ID Soft a formal, yet discreet appearance. ID Trim Cap ID Trim Cap gives a clear signal: Please do not disturb! Because its cap is sound-proof, ID Trim Cap is highly suitable for use in micro-concentration zones in open-plan offices.
ID Chair one concept; endless possibilities The ID Chair Concept offers configuration options for the seat, backrest, mechanism, base, armrests and accessories. This enables companies and their staff to define the chair that best suits them and their requirements. At the same time, all chair versions share a technical and visual basis. This has a positive effect on the overall aesthetic, as well as on maintenance and service.
Sustainability and costs In constructing the ID Chair, components were kept to a minimum and, wherever possible, lightweight, separable materials were used. The chairs are up to 95% recyclable and consist of up to 48% recycled materials. They have been awarded the environmental protection labels Blauer Engel für emissionsarme Polstermöbel (Blue Angel for low-emission upholstered furniture) and GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified. All ID Chairs share the same technical platform, thereby making maintenance and servicing much more straightforward. The wear parts of the chair can be easily replaced, the backrest and seat can be dismantled without the need for special tools, and the seat covers are easy to remove. GREEN USER AGREEMENT The long life of the ID Chair not only has a positive impact on the environment, but is also of economic benefit to the company. This is why Vitra goes beyond the legally mandated warranty to offer its project customers the Green User Agreement. Thanks to this sustainable service agreement for project customers, companies can determine not only the purchase cost of the chair, but also all the costs of use, i.e. the Total Cost of Ownership for the chair s entire useful life. Year 1 The customer undertakes to subject the product to proper use and maintenance. In return, Vitra agrees to rectify or replace any manufacturing or material faults in the ID Chair and to replace wear parts free of charge. Year 5 Five years after signing the Green User Agreement, a service check is performed on the ID Chairs on the customer s premises. This extends the agreement by five years. Year 10 The next service check takes place. The Green User Agreement is extended for a further five years. Year 15 The ID Chairs can now be returned to Vitra for professional recycling.
Health and biomechanics A study conducted by the Institute for Biomechanics of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETH) has shown that the scope for movement offered by ID Chair is extensively used. This promotes healthy, dynamic sitting. Special measurements show that use of the FlowMotion forward-tilt function activates abdominal and back muscles. Activating these muscles in turn stabilises the lumbar spine. Moreover, these measurements show that the forward-tilt action also activates the lower spine region. This increases the supply of nutrients to the intervertebral discs. The FlowMotion mechanism enables the user to change to a forward-tilting position by shifting his/her weight. The ID Chair provides support in every position. Movement activates the muscles and reduces the strain on intervertebral discs. The FlowMotion mechanism promotes dynamic sitting.
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