Why is a monitor arm an important component of an ergonomic workplace?
An ergonomic workstation can enhance the comfort and productivity of employees who work with display screens. With just a few minor adjustments, you can easily create an ideal workstation. A monitor arm can free up more space for your workstation and improve your posture.
A monitor arm will become an indispensable part of your work.
Whether you have a fixed workstation or frequently switch workstations, a monitor arm is key to creating a workspace that allows you to work in a healthy posture, avoiding physical and mental discomfort. So, how does a monitor arm achieve this?
1. Determining the Correct Viewing Distance
An important reason for using a monitor arm is that it allows you to determine the correct viewing distance. A suitable monitor arm enables you to adjust the height, depth, and angle of your monitor, allowing you to work in the most comfortable position and minimize discomfort.
"Scientific research shows that using two or three screens can increase productivity by 10-15% and reduce errors by 33%."
The distance to the screen should be at least 60 cm (arm's length), but preferably more than 60 cm. The entire screen should be positioned approximately 10-20 degrees below your eye level. Placing the monitor in this position allows your eyes to adapt and focus better, reducing eye strain. Compared to an incorrect posture, an optimized office posture is much more comfortable and can increase productivity by 10%.
2.Monitor Arms Provide Flexibility in the Office
It makes it easier for your colleagues to view the screen with you. If light is reflecting off the screen, you can tilt it slightly. This can improve working comfort to some extent.
3.Monitor Arms Help Keep the Workstation Tidy
Since your monitor is "floating" rather than sitting on your desk, it saves more space. A tidy desk appears to have a positive impact on concentration and can reduce stress.
How to Adjust the Screen to the Correct Height?
We often see office workers using monitor arms incorrectly. What should you pay attention to when adjusting the height and viewing distance of a monitor arm?
1.The height of the screen should be such that the viewing angle is 10-20 degrees below your eye level.
2.The distance to the screen should be at least 60 cm (arm's length).
So, Which Monitor Arm Is Best for Me?
A monitor arm will be a useful addition to your ergonomic workstation. But you need to make a choice. Which arm is best for you? What should you consider when choosing a monitor arm?
1.Flexible & Robust. A good monitor arm is sturdy and flexible, allowing you to adjust it to any desired position.
2. Adjustability. Many of our monitor arms are infinitely adjustable. This means the arm contains a gas spring that allows it to be easily adjusted to any desired height.
3. 360° Rotation. If you want the arm to be able to rotate vertically, you can achieve this with the iDock series of arms.
4. Single or Multiple Screens. When choosing an arm, it is advisable to consider whether you need to support one, two, or multiple screens. You often have the choice between dual independent arms or a beam-style arm. The advantage of a beam-style arm is that both arms are connected to a single base, ensuring the screens are always at the same height, while dual independent arms require adjusting the height of each screen individually.
5. Weight Capacity. How much weight does your monitor arm need to support? The larger the screen, the heavier it is. Our specifications always indicate the maximum load capacity of the arm.
6. Installation Method. The simpler the installation, the more flexible the arm. All our arms can be attached to the desk with a clamp or screws.
7. Clean Desk. As mentioned earlier, a tidy desk helps improve concentration. Therefore, the monitor cables should also be neatly organized. Multi-monitor arms have built-in spaces in the arms for storing monitor cables.
8. Design. Of course, appearance also matters. With a modern, sleek, and compact design, we offer a variety of models to suit any office environment.
Conclusion
The placement of the monitor should ideally ensure that the worker can maintain a neutral trunk posture, with the optimal viewing distance for readability. The monitor base/arm makes it possible to adjust the position of the monitor.
iDock mission: In the next 20 years, we will spend 100% effort to focus on ergonomic products and provide comfortable and healthy office supplies for 100 million users.
