FYI Monitor Arm for Details

Articulating innovation

With the transition in the computer peripheral industry from CRT screens to LCD displays, Details approached IDEO to design and engineer an LCD support with world-class adjustability and low manufacturing cost. The resulting FYI monitor arm supports solitary and group work with 180˚ rotation at the base, 360˚ rotation around the lower arm, 160˚ of pan adjustability, 20˚ of backward tilt, and 30˚ of forward tilt. Drawing inspiration from task lighting, the design features four-bar linkage, which is positioned behind the monitor to reduce visual clutter. A built-in counterbalance tool enables the user to make adjustments without having to rely on a facilities person, unlock mechanisms, or reach behind the monitor.

The news is good: It won Neocon Gold upon introduction in 2005, sales are up 80% over the prior year it was introduced, and that success has made it possible to create new offerings for dual monitors and color choices.

Project date: 2006