Have you ever cut a cubicle partition in half to see what the interior looks like? OK, it would be a shame to waste a perfectly good cubicle on that experiment. Fortunately, the folks at Haworth have an image of a cutaway panel on page 12 of their UniGroup brochure. This allows customers see its internal anatomy including a description of the construction and materials used. Here’s an overview of the various features of these high-quality cubicles:
- A heavy duty steel frame and perforated side panels serves as the framework and support structure of these monocoque constructed partitions.
- A honeycomb core dissipates audible vibrations based on the Helmholtz principle of sound management. The intricate interior is engineered to provide reactive/reflective noise reduction by dissipating sound.
- Fiber batting is covered with the surface fabric of the customer’s choice. The fabric can be changed out easily at any time without deconstructing the cubicles or returning them to the manufacturer.
In this economy, everybody is looking for ways to save money. Are you interested in purchasing discount office furniture? San Diego has no shortage of vendors who may be looking to cut a deal. Learning how to make product selections and negotiate pricing to save money can make a big difference in staying under budget. Here are several ways you may be able to qualify for a discounted price from 
No matter your industry, it’s likely you use advanced technology in your office. Computer furniture that is designed to accommodate a monitor, hard drive, keyboard, and other accessories is essential for efficient space usage. Many companies that are attempting to go paperless are expressing less interest in desks with lots of storage space for files. They want ergonomic workstations for employees who work in a virtual environment. Here are some of the features that set computer-ready 
Monitor Mounting Capability - Having a flat screen monitor mounted on a 
Mobility - the entire station may be set on casters so it is mobile and can be used as needed in any conference room or office. Computer furniture may also be designed for collaboration or with modular components that can be grouped together or separated.
Anyone who specializes in buying office furniture can tell you that there’s a big difference between an affordable cubicle and a cheap cubicle. Buying cheap can end up costing a company in a lot of different ways. The furniture will tend to succumb to wear and tear quickly. Poorly made furniture will also look and feel shabby - something that employees can definitely pick up on. Whether you are buying new or 
If you’re like me, you love gawking at the weird and wonderful world of unique 
Are you in the market for custom office furniture? San Diego businesses that want to brand their workplace with company colors don’t have to spend an arm and a leg for the “right look”. The fact is, most high-quality used cubicles can be stripped and refinished so that they look as good as new. Since this is a typical part of the refurbishing process anyway, customers can take advantage of this opportunity to pick out the perfect fabric, laminate, and paint.
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If you are a small business owner, your administrative or executive assistant is probably one of the most important people in your life. Making this individual happy is critical for keeping your company running smoothly. Rather than waiting for Christmas, consider buying something now to show your appreciation for your secretary. Office furniture is a gift that sends several messages:
What will the workplaces of the future look like? Office furniture is certainly very different now from what was available half a century ago. The trends we have seen over the last half century or so give some clues to the changes we may continue to see in modern office furniture. San Diego employers have gone from using mainly solid wood and metal furniture to advanced composite materials. Recently, there has been a resurgence of interest in solid wood components - but with an emphasis on sustainable forestry. The use of composites is definitely here to stay, but we can expect to see more reliance on recycled materials and less on raw petroleum byproducts.
The trend toward miniaturization hasn’t just impacted the computer chip industry over the last 20 years. Modern cubicles have also shrunk as employers seek to make the most out of their office real estate. According to a report from 
Canada’s National Research Council has done quite a bit of experimentation on this topic. Here are some of their findings for ways to increase employee satisfaction in a cubicle-based work environment:
