It was the right time at Orgatec 2022 (the leading international trade fair for the office sector), for the formalised global partnership to be signed between Sedus Stoll AG and the US office furniture manufacturer Watson Furniture Group For both companies, the global partnership is a logical next step. Shared values and similar market strategies and expertise in the areas of technology and manufacturing are an excellent stepping stone to strategic cooperation. Where do employees sit during their working day? The choice of a desk largely depends on the needs of an individual. Does your work require a large work area, do you need a bench to share with your colleagues, do you prefer an individual desk, do you need a large meeting table or are you looking for a desk for your home office that will integrate harmoniously into your home furnishings? Various workstation requirements Lounge & bistro table: Certain areas, such as relaxation corners or bistros, do not require work tables such as those described above; our lounge & bistro tables, however, are the perfect choice here. They create a pleasant atmosphere and offer optimal use due to their flexibility. Optional Sedo-lift mechanism III: complete cushioning of body weight, even in lowest seating position, no compression of the spine The changeable upholstery, which gives the chair the impression of being fully upholstered, can be fitted or exchanged at any time without the need for tools

Ergonomically and anatomically shaped 5-zone seat ensures even pressure distribution and long-lasting sitting comfort for any body The on spot cosy model is not just comfortable: The club chair can also be completely customised to meet the user's individual needs. There are almost endless possibilities for it to be configured. In addition to the outer and inner shell, the seat upholstery can also be selected as desired; the solid wood and metal feet are also available in various designs. Sedus turns its attention especially to current trends and changes in the office world. New forms of working and organisational structures demand flexible, aesthetic furnishing and customised solutions facilitating movement and communication, with a special focus on employee health.

Stoll AG, headquartered in Waldshut, is one of the leading full-range suppliers of office furniture and work place concepts. Sedus develops, produces and distributes high quality furniture “Made in Germany”. The established brand of Sedus is represented by eight subsidiaries in Europe and in more than 50 countries worldwide. The more often we work from home, the higher the demands are on our own home office. After all, it really shouldn't just serve a functional purpose; the working environment in our own home should also be a place of well-being. This means sufficient space, harmonious design and ergonomic furniture that promotes concentration and productivity. In addition to the targeted development of state-of-the-art product solutions for New Work, the company has also invested in digitalisation and smart solutions for hybrid working. Furthermore, Sedus has continuously promoted and advanced sustainable production methods. Innovative strength and clear rollout phases set the course Founded in 1871, Sedus Stoll AG is now one of the leading European manufacturers of office furniture. The workspace plays a major role in choosing the right desk. Where exactly do you work? In a single office, at a team workstation, at home or in a co-working space? Sedus offers an individual solution for every requirement – because not all desks are the same.

Despite the pandemic and other difficult conditions, the Sedus Stoll Group has continued to invest anti-cyclically in solutions for New Work and modern, flexible workplaces," explains Daniel Kittner, Board Member for Sales and Technology at Sedus Stoll AG. "In addition to developing timely product solutions, we consistently invested in the digitalisation of smart, cloud-based solutions for hybrid working. In addition to this, the goal of consistently sustainable production processes was continuously pursued and implemented. All these strategic decisions clearly paid off in the 2022 financial year. While the office furniture industry posted 8% growth compared to the previous year, the Sedus Stoll Group achieved an historic record turnover." When we choose a desk or an office chair for our home, the piece of furniture not only has to meet the highest ergonomic standards, but also needs to fit in with our interior design style," explains Michael Kläsener, Ergonomics Expert at Sedus. " It is important to our customers that their office furniture fits stylishly into their own homes and creates a harmonious ensemble with their own furniture." Working and living in harmony Optional Kinetic-Swing mechanism: Innovative kinematic motion concept without mechanical linkage for non-territorial areas of application. Ergonomically intuitive seat comfort without complicated adjustments by the user. Sedus is synonymous with innovation, technology and aesthetics and keeps contributing to the “office environment” with new product ideas and contemporary concepts. As part of our product launch in May, we are adding three more colours to the monochrome colour concept of se:air," explains Thomas. "With midnight blue, ruby red and sage green, we have opted for three muted trend colours that are not distracting for the user. These nature inspired touches beautifully complement tone-on-tone concepts for offices, but also for your own home. They are subtle while making a clear statement." se:air - sustainable, durable, modernSitting position between an active and a relaxed posture for use in combination with meeting tables With sales of EUR 238.1 million, the Sedus Stoll Group was able to record sales gains of 21.5 % in the 2022 financial year. Abroad, the group of companies achieved revenues of around EUR 109.4 million and consolidated its position as an international player with an increase of 23.5 %. Optionally available 4D adjustable armrests with Softtouch pads (3414), height- and width-adjustable, movable pad, armrest support High-quality office furniture and chairs from Sedus Stoll are characterised by ergonomic design, great aesthetics and excellent built quality. positions and movements are optimally supported due to the changing degrees of hardness in the membrane. Heat accumulation at pressure points, pressure sores and slipping around on the seat are thus easily prevented.

Being an office furniture expert and engineering pioneer, Sedus has raised the bar again and again in its 145-year company history – particularly in the fields of ergonomics, design and sustainability. The company developed standards that gained importance on a global scale. The trend towards flexible workspace concepts and creative communicative work calls for furniture that adapts automatically to the user and is easy to handle no matter where work is being done. In open spaces, in individual offices and in the home office light and delicate design is more in demand than ever. Gaslift with mechanical depth-springing: reinforced cushioning of the body‘s weight even in the lowest seat position, height adjustment 400 - 520 mm In its 150-year company history, Sedus has been continuously setting new standards, in terms of ergonomics, manufacturing processes and sustainability. The brand is synonymous with innovation and technology, quality and aesthetics and it constantly enriches the office world with contemporary concepts and high-quality office furniture. Sedus Stoll AG has a firm position and is, therefore, very well prepared for the future," explains Daniel Kittner, Director of Technology and Development as well as Marketing and Sales at Sedus Stoll AG. "Over the last few years, we have consistently invested in solutions for New Work and modern workplace concepts in a counter-cyclical manner, despite the pandemic and difficult general conditions. These strategic decisions are paying off today: Winning major projects in cooperation with specialist dealers both in Germany and abroad is a clear demonstration of this."

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The space in Eschborn was a team decision," explains Kittner. "We deliberately decided against a property in Frankfurt city centre. It is important to us that our customers and partners can arrive at our premises relaxed without the stress of looking for a parking space and the hustle and bustle of the city centre. The new, urban showroom concept presents the hybrid work of today and tomorrow in a green environment, which invites you to come down, feel comfortable and relax. And we are proud of that." Commissioning of "Futura 2": opening of new production facility planned for summer 2023 se:air is an office swivel chair that not only takes into account the preferences of design aficionados, but also features an automatic adjustment system. The name itself suggests what kind of sitting experience the user can expect: A great deal of freedom of movement, ergonomic sitting and full, breathable comfort. The new office chair from Sedus combines a timeless design language with the most significant, ergonomic aspects. The patented "Kinetic Swing" mechanism automatically detects the user's weight the need to adjust anything themselves. The seat height and the multifunctional armrests can be manually adjusted for this purpose. The se:air principle is simple: Just sit down and get started. Space saver for every occasion The product range includes seating & furniture, such as swivel and visitor chairs, as well as conference and office furniture – all “Made in Germany”. Constantly braked castors for safe mounting with full mobility of the chair, always with soft covering for improved grip even on The armrests are an integral part of the frame and are connected to form a round arch to carry the seat shell with the suspended seat area