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Freedom Chair by Humanscale promises to transform the way office seating is designed and utilized. Beyond traditional office seating, Freedom functions as a high performance work-tool - integrating technology, design and the science of HUMAN FACTORS.

Freedom Chair by Humanscale led the first generation of intuitive ergonomics for maximum benefits to the user with a minimum number of manual controls. Once the chair is fitted, no further adjustment is required. It automatically provides the right amount of support through the full range of recline motion.

Winner of 10 design awards to date—including the Design Distinction Award in the prestigious ID Design Review 2000 competition—the Freedom chair by Niels Diffrient has revolutionized the task chair industry. Its weight-sensitive recline and synchronously adjustable armrests set new standards for task chair performance and functionality to keep the sitter exceptionally comfortable while also lowering the risk of long-term injury.

Standard Features

Self-Adjusting Recline

Intelligent counter-balance recline mechanism automatically provides the right amount of support through the full range of recline motion, regardless of user size and weight
No tension springs to adjust
No recline locks to set/release
During recline, the angle between torso and legs opens up for better body function
User maintains near-constant eye level during recline

Pivoting Backrest

Extra motion of the backrest during recline automatically adjusts to the changing needs
of the spine
Provides up to 1” additional lumbar support when needed

Synchronous Armrests

Revolutionary armrests move in tandem to eliminate uneven arm positioning
Natural lift and release action for immediate repositioning without buttons or locks
6” range of vertical motion to accommodate all users and tasks
Can be positioned below thigh level for close table or desk work
Attached to backrest so arms stay in same relation to body during recline
Duron arm pad for durability and comfort

Standard Cylinder

Provides seat height range that accommodates 95% of the population

Contoured Cushions

Carefully sculpted to match body contours
Increased contact area reduces pressure points
Modular for easy replacement

Body Fit

Size adjustable to fit more than 95% of the population
Adjustments for fit-to-size:
- Headrest: 5” vertical adjustment range
- Seat Height: 5” adjustment range
- Seat Depth: 2.25” adjustment range
- Backrest/Lumbar Support Height: 3” adjustment range

Hard Casters

2.5” double-wheel casters for carpeted floors

Optional Features

Dynamic Headrest

Position-sensitive headrest moves into place when you recline and out of the way when you sit upright
5” vertical adjustment to fit all users
Moves in the natural arc of head/neck for perfect support through range of recline
Contoured to cradle the head and neck in comfort

Gel Seat Cushion

Non-degradable, non-compressible Technogel® layer on top of foam core
Provides maximum pressure distribution
Offers unmatched, long-term comfort

Arm Pad Option

Flexible Duron
Technogel® for optimal comfort

Advanced Armrests

Pivot at elbow for width adjustment
Lockable in 5° increments
Automatic unlock feature when positioned inward and user wishes to exit chair
1.25” longer than Standard Armrests for additional forearm support

Cylinder Options

Low cylinder for small users
Tall cylinder for very tall users
High cylinder with foot ring
Extra-high cylinder with foot ring (Saddle seat only)

Foot Ring

Chrome finish
Height-adjustable

Caster Options

2.5” soft double-wheel casters for hard floors
Non-rolling glides for fixed-location use
2.5” locking casters

Fireproofing

CAL 133-approved
- Fireproof barrier between textile and foam
- Fire-retardant plastics

Sustainability

The Freedom Chair is a great example of Humanscale’s environmental purpose.

Made predominantly of aluminum, followed by steel and plastic
Contains 62% recycled content (43% post-consumer, 19% pre-consumer)
90% recyclable
Weighs only 35 lbs.
Made of 132 parts (comparable chairs are made of up to 250 parts)
Modular cushions for easy replacement
Designed for easy disassembly
Ships in 85% recycled packaging or blanket-wrapped when feasible
Greenguard Certified

CODE	DESCRIPTION	MEASUREMENT
a	Seat Depth (from face of lumbar to front of seat)	16.25"– 18.5"
b	Seat Height (floor to compressed front center of seat cushion)	16"– 21" standard 15.25"– 19" low cylinder 17"– 22.25" tall cylinder 20.5"– 28.5" high cylinder chair
c	Seat Width	21"
d	Backrest Height Adjustment Range	18" 3" in 0.25" increments
e	Chair Width	27.25"
f	Armrest Height Adjustment Range	5" - 11" 6" in 0.33" increments
g	Armrest Length	13" standard 14.25" advanced
h	Distance between Armrests (front inside edge)	20" standard 11.5" - 21.5" advanced
i	Height (no headrest)	33.5" - 41.5" standard 32.75" - 39.5" low cylinder 34.5" - 42.75" tall cylinder 38" - 49" high cylinder
j	Height (with headrest)	43" - 53" standard 42.25" - 51" low cylinder 44" - 54.25" tall cylinder 47.5" - 60.5" high cylinder
k	Headrest Height Adjustment Range	5"
l	Base Diameter	25"
m	Foot Ring Diameter	18" or 21"
n	Foot Ring Height Adjustment (from floor)	6" - 11"
o	Backrest Width	21"

Scope of Users

Standard chair fits more than 95% of the office population
5’0” Woman to 6'4' Man
100 to 300 lbs.

Users outside the standard range can be accommodated by:

Low or Tall Cylinder
Advanced Armrests

Weight

39 lbs.

Backrest Recline

22° recline plus 7° backrest tilt

Reference Angle betwen Seat and Back

100° to 129°

Advanced Task Armrests

Horizontal angle change from elbow pivot point

35° each armrest
Lockable in 5° increments

Humanscale Ergonomic Task Chairs

The Freedom Task Chair by Humanscale is one of the most featured office chairs in television and cinema, appearing time and time again since its launch in 1999. Its innovative features, stylish design, and wide popularity make it an ideal choice for Hollywood directors looking to depict a modern, progressive office space.

Television:

On television, the ergonomic leader has been featured in hit shows including:

24
Bones
Boston Legal
CSI: Miami
House
Real Time with Bill Maher
Sex and the City
and others...

The Freedom Task Chair on Real Time with Bill Maher

Real Time with Bill Maher uses the Freedom Task Chair for seating its guests and panelists.

Freedom Task Chair on 24

A purple Freedom Task Chair featured in 24

Movies:

Movie producers have noticed the stylish design and professional appeal of the Freedom Task Chair also, and many have featured it in their box office hits, including:

X-Men II
I, Robot
Legally Blonde II
13 Going on 30
Fever Pitch
Mr. and Mrs. Smith
The Bourne Ultimatum
Old Dogs
and others...

Drew Barrymore Sitting in a Freedom Task Chair in Fever Pitch

While Humanscale's Freedom Task Chair has quite the on-screen resume, you will not see it surrounded by paparazzi any time soon. In fact, this high quality chair is an excellent value and sensible choice for your office or home.

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Written by Bob from NC
Feb 7, 2012

The Freedom chair was very easy to assemble, took about 2 minutes. It did take about a week to get the adjustment just right, but once I had it set, this chair is so comfortable and supportive.

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