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3 <br /> The majority of existing office work areas can be retrofitted to a sit to stand environment by installing a <br /> telescoping surface previously illustrated, a desk surface riser, or a more elaborate adjustable height <br /> base (electric, pneumatic or crank). Manufacturers offer basic import products as well as high end <br /> wood case goods incorporating sit to stand bases. About 90 percent of what is sold locally is a <br /> standard electric base that sells in the range of$450 to $700. <br /> There are several design factors involved in sit to stand products. <br /> - Motor Style The preferred and better base styles incorporate dual motors that are <br /> concealed in the each leg. This setup offers higher weight capacities, smoother <br /> operation, quieter adjustment, and overall better aesthetics. The less expensive option is a <br /> single exposed motor. This option provides an external motor and shaft, a noisy and less <br /> fluid operation. <br /> - Keypad The electronic keypad is becoming the standard. This type of control offers <br /> electronic height readouts and multiple memory presets. This function allows the user to set <br /> comfort and level heights with a single push button control. The cheaper alternative is a <br /> basic up and down keypad. Most users get frustrated with this type of control due to the fact <br /> that it is more challenging to find the heights wanted quickly. <br /> - Fixed Width Base vs. Adjustable Width Base There are 2 options that allow for more <br /> flexibility from a facility management standpoint. The fixed width base allows for a stiffer feel <br /> but locks you into the use of a certain width top with little flexibility in changing the size. The <br /> benefit is a base that is engineered for that use only, creating a stiffer feel and additional <br /> aesthetic control. The adjustable width base is still a great feel — but allows you to use top <br /> ranges from 24" x 42"W to 30"D x 72"W with the same base. This is very popular due to the <br /> flexibility of moving the unit from office to office without depending on a certain work surface <br /> size. <br /> - Production The major shift to sit to stand environments has caused all manufacturers to <br /> offer this option and therefore prices are constantly falling as every manufacturer brings out <br /> a more competitive option. <br /> - Height Range usually between 22 to 50"H <br /> - Electric (Most Common), Pneumatic Paddle Control, and Crank <br />