An introduction to ergoCentric™

Prepared for

History• 25 years of experience

designing, manufacturing and selling modular, ergonomic seating solutions.

• 100% Canadian owned, based in Mississauga, ON.

• Since inception, focused on health and productivity.

ABOUT ERGOCENTRIC

What we value• Fitting 100% of the workforce.• Developing innovative

technologies and solutions.• Providing exceptional value for

money.• Appealing to a broad range

of buyers’ unique needs.

ABOUT ERGOCENTRIC

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• Vertebrae do not have pain sensitive nerves, so it’s possible to do damage without feeling discomfort until it istoo late.

• Reduce the stresses caused by the seated posture with easily adjustable seating to make employees comfortable and healthier over the long term.

Ensure long-term comfort:

Promote environmentally friendly building practices:•GREENGUARD® Certificationfor Indoor Air Quality•BIFMA e3 FurnitureSustainability Standard •Achieve LEED certification•ISO 14001 for environmental management systems.

Meet sustainability goals:

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Reduce musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) by choosing seating with effective support that enables movement and decreases employee fatigue associated with holding a fixed posture.

Comply with health and safety standards:

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• Get the lowest total cost of ownership for your investment with a 10-year warranty on our seating systems

• Labour, repair and maintenance costsincluded in chair price

• Fit employee requirements cost-effectively with modular seating

• Highest-quality materials and finishes, meeting the ISO 9001 quality assurance designation

Invest in long-lasting value:

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Ergonomics: the science of fitting jobs to people• Improves the “fit” between worker/workplace.• Uses a scientific yet a practical approach• Is an integral part of every efficient workplace

that:– Recognizes a person’s capabilities– Understands the job/task– Understands physical attributes– Refines work processes

ABOUT ERGONOMICS

Why do we need ergonomics?

ABOUT ERGONOMICS

1. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor

http://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/osh2.pdf

Why do we need ergonomics?

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2. Source: Druss et al., 2002

http://www.cdc.gov/workplacehealthpromotion/evaluation/topics/disorders.html

Why do we need ergonomics?

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3. Source: The Institute of Medicine, CDC

http://www.conferenceboard.ca/Libraries/NETWORK_PUBLIC/CCDPM_report2_jul2011.sflb

Modular approach• Build-to-order.• All components are

interchangeable.• Many back rest styles

and sizes, 6 seat sizes, multiple arm types, 6 base typesand 5 gas lift types.

• Fit 100% of the workforce.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

ERGOCENTRIC TECHNOLOGY

Patented technologiesAdjustable head rest•3 pivot points and 7" of vertical and horizontal adjustment.•Adjusts to fit every individual and can be moved out of the way.5" of infinite back height adjustment system•Allows an ergoCentric chair to fit more people than any other chair on the market.

Swivel lateral arms•Allows ergoCentric to fit individuals whose hips are wider than their shoulders with proper arm rests.

Geometrically shaped adjustment paddles•Assist with making adjustability understood and allows us to easily explain( in person, on the phone or online ) to individuals how to use the chair.Air flow technology ( exclusive to the airCentric™ series of chairs )•Allows us to fit individuals that need the benefits of an airflow seatand/or back but who do not fit traditional mesh seat and/or back chairs.

Exceptional value for moneyergoCentric seating solutions pay back in both the short-term and the long-term:•Help prevent musculoskeletal disorders•Reduce healthcare and workplace injury claims•Increase production efficiency and quality of work•Quality construction = 10 year warranty ( parts and labor )•Lowest repair and maintenance costs during and after the warranty period•Accommodate changes in employees or employee needs at a fraction of the cost of replacing an entire chair by swapping out modular components•Easily manage your facility with our serial number system

ROI OF ERGONOMICS

OFFICE CHAIRS

High-Back, Multi Tilt + Lumbar Pad + Air Lumbar+ Lateral Trigger Adjustable Swivel Arm+ Oval Upholstered Arm Pad ( t-MT-TLS-AL- TSWVLT )

Backrest Height High-Back

Lumbar Support Adjustable

Armrest Height / width / swivel adjustable T-arm

Seat Depth Adjustable

Seat and Back Locks Lockable or stoppable in multiple positions

Tilt Mechanism Independently

Upholstering Back breathable material / seat fabric

Ceiling Price $721.80

ROTARY OFFICE CHAIRS

The world’s only fully ergonomicmesh-back task chair.

High Back, Multi Tilt + Air Lumbar+ 4" Adjustable Swivel Arms ( AIR-HB-MT-AL-TSWVLT )

Backrest Height High-Back

Lumbar Support Adjustable

Armrest Height / width / swivel adjustable T-arm

Seat Depth Adjustable

Seat and Back Locks Lockable or stoppable in multiple positions

Tilt Mechanism Independently

Upholstering Dual breathable material

Ceiling Price $697.05

ROTARY OFFICE CHAIRS

Sophisticated aesthetic,full adjustability and airflow comfort.

SERIAL NUMBER

Serial number system• For fast and easy

reference, our database tracks all chair specifications and customer information by serial number.

• This system makes reordering chairs easy and allows us to make repairs or modificationsin one visit.

Appealing to a broad range of stakeholders

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

KEY STAKEHOLDERS WHY THEY ARE HAPPYEnd User • Comfortable while at workManager • Productive employeeFacilities Manager • Lowest total cost of ownership

• Easy asset management ( serial number look-up app )

• Accommodate changing employees needsHealth and Safety / Ergonomist • Reduced MSDs and associated costsFinance Manager • Lowest total cost of ownershipDesigners • Aesthetically pleasing design

• Green certified