Heat Up or Cool Down
Offices must have proper temperature so it can emanate a comfortable environment for its workers. If not, communication and performance may get constricted and eventually affect the whole corporation. The temperature must neither be too hot or too cold in order for it to exude a cozy and relaxed atmosphere.
It would be obvious that temperature cannot be controlled by merely adjusting the air conditioning system. Some parts of the office may be exposed to sunlight making it more warm that other spots. In line with this, adjusting the aircon may cause an issue between employees who having preferences for warmth. Today, an office furniture company is releasing a device which would take care of this dilemma.
Herman Miller Inc. is launching a $300 desktop heating and cooling device which they hope would be a permanent accessory in office desks. The “C2” weighs just about 1.1 kg and stands 10 inches high. It looks just like a humidifier but works way differently. It was tested in companies with a surrounding air temperature of 72 degrees. The C2 was able to raise the temperature by 40 degrees and was able to cool it by 8 degrees according to Miller spokesman Wayne Baxter.
The C2 will be unveiled this a few days from now in the office furniture industry trade show NeoCon in Chicago, Illinois.
Robyn Hofmeyer of Miller’s accessory collection said that this device could open windows of opportunity with retailers that would otherwise purchase stocks of the C2. At least 10,000 would be produced and Herman Miller expects full profit upon its first year release.
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