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		December 2008
Embody: A Revolutionary New Chair
Improving Oxygen Flow While Seated: How the Embody™ Chair’s design Promotes Tissue Perfusion In a world where sitting is more prevalent in the workplace than ever, discomfort can become all too commonplace. Much of this discomfort is tied directly to the pressure the body’s weight puts on the ischial tuberosities, or “sitting bones,” at the base of the pelvis and the surrounding soft tissue. The longer a person sits, the more the tissue will be exposed to static pressure loads. Relieving that pressure through innovative engineering is healthier for the sitter. >> read more >> Self-Study CEU Courses Available from SOF and Herman Miller Study on your own, take on online exam, and earn AIA, IIDA, ASID and IFMA credits. >> read more>> Continuing SOF's tradition of supporting good design by representing manufacturers who invest in the best designers and use quality materials, we are pleased to present the Embody Chair from Herman Miller. Aligned with Geiger, Bretford, Meridian, Brandrud, SitOnIt, First Office, and many other fine furniture manufacturers, SOF stays on the cutting edge of design and functional innovation as well as making sure we have access to time-saving technological tools to aid the order, delivery, and asset management processes — tools that ultimately aid you and your clients. Learn more about SOF by visiting our website. For more information about any products or services mentioned in this e-mail, contact one of SOF's Sales Team at 203.348.2657 or reply to this e-mail — gdurkin@sof328.com SOF respects your time. Via e-mail we are endeavoring to bring new products and designs to your attention. However, if you not wish to receive these informational updates, please click on the link below and we will remove your name from our list.	Embody from Herman Miller You point. You click. You fixate on your computer screen. And you sit still for hours. Mesmerized. Your body screams, "Move!"— unless you're seated in Embody. Pixelated Support™ distributes your weight evenly. Embody’s back conforms to your unique spinal curve. Adjustable seat depth fits every body. Translucent casters add elegance. Choose from two frame finishes— White or Graphite. Choose from three base finishes— Polished Aluminum, Titanium, or Graphite. Currently available in five textile colors. Call for more information or for a demonstration: 212 633 3000. Or respond to this e-mail. RESEARCH SUMMARIES Body Support in the Office: Sitting, Seating, and Low Back Pain click on image at left to download pdf file Everybody Deserves a Good Chair click on image at left to download pdf file Or choose among all of Herman Miller's research summaries: print this form, choose the research summaries you would like to receive, and fax the form to 203.348.0712. Be sure to include the appropriate contact information so that we can send these white papers to you.	LEED UPDATE Connecticut Check out the Fairchester Green Building Council, a new, non-profit serving the Fairfield and Westchester region. New York Salon: AIA Headquarters Renovation, Chasing the 2030 Challenge December 11, 2008 , 5-7pm >> read more >> >> register >>