[Yr7-10it] Chairs in a Computer Centre

[Brendyn Hancock]

Phil

2 issues.

1. Do we buy Australian?
2. What do we buy?

Number 1 is an ethical issue. Open for discussion?

Number 2. We have the plastic seat gas lift swivel castor chairs (Woods
I think). Gas lift is a waste. Fun for the kids ergonomic but don't last
long.

I too am in this same situation and reckon we will go with the plastic
option again. Very tough and robust. Maybe try and find a supplier that
does an ergo seat as opposed to flat base and flat back.

Regards

Brendyn

Brendyn Hancock
IT Manager
hancobr at nagle.sale.catholic.edu.au
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Nagle College
5152 6122
Bairnsdale VIC 3875


>>> "Phil Callil" <P.Callil at xavier.vic.edu.au> 5/12/2007 11:15 am >>>
Dear all,

Here's a simple question that I'd be grateful for a response on:

We are currently redesigning one of our rooms in the Computer Centre. 
We are changing from an island rectangular bench to two octagonal tables
with desktops still on the perimeter as well.

We are looking at replacement chairs.  Currently we have the reliable
but uncomfortable plastic chairs with one size fits all.

We are looking at your more ergonomic swivel chair on castor wheels
that is height adjustable - no arm rests with fabric cushion.

Two quotes - one for an Australian made chair from a preferred supplier
- $123 per unit - ouch - but 5 year warranty

The other is from a chain furniture store for a Chinese made $59 chair
- we assemble - one year warranty.

Has anyone had experience with this situation?  My idea is go for the
$59 and buy 3-4 extra chairs.  Then again, do we support the local
producer and break our budget or just don't buy them.

I've bought a number of chairs from the second supplier and not had an
issue.  Which one - or should we keep the horrible plastic ones we
currently have?

What do ye wise ones think?  

With thanks




Phil Callil
Faculty Head IT 
Xavier College
9855-4163




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