FR3064167A1 - METHOD FOR EQUIPPING A BUILDING INTERIOR VOLUME WITH OFFICE FURNITURE - Google Patents

Abstract

Office furniture module for equipping a horizontally square building interior volume successively comprising, on one side of the square forming a reference to the opposite side to the reference a work surface (106), a space (102) for the user opening on a third side, then a seat system (101) facing the work surface, characterized in that the seat system comprises a seat mounted opposite a frame of the module in translation rectilinear to allow adjustment of the sitting position of a user at work, the seat system further comprising an associated backrest and connected to said seat by a hinge, said backrest being mounted at its upper end in rectilinear translation vis-à-vis -vis of said frame, to follow the translation of the seat, the equipment being completed by modules for rectangular steering positions and more compact call center modules q ue the square modules.

Description

© Publication number: 3,064,167 (to be used only for reproduction orders)

©) National registration number: 17 52518 ® FRENCH REPUBLIC

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY

COURBEVOIE © Int Cl ⁸ : A 47 B 83/02 (2017.01), A 47 B 21/013, 17/00

A1 PATENT APPLICATION

©) Date of filing: 27.03.17. ©) Priority: ©) Applicant (s): AXES Limited liability company - FR. @ Inventor (s): GOLINSKI STEFAN. ©) Date of public availability of the request: 28.09.18 Bulletin 18/39. ©) List of documents cited in the preliminary search report: See the end of this booklet (© References to other related national documents: ©) Holder (s): AXES Limited liability company. ©) Extension request (s): ® Agent (s): CABINET WEINSTEIN.

($ 4) METHOD OF EQUIPPING AN INTERIOR VOLUME OF BUILDING WITH OFFICE FURNITURE.

FR 3 064 167 - A1 _ Office furniture module for equipping an interior volume of a horizontally square building comprising successively, on one side of the square constituting a reference towards the side opposite the reference, a work surface (106), a space (102) for the user opening on a third side, then a seat system (101) facing the work surface, characterized in that the seat system comprises a seat mounted opposite '' a chassis of the module in rectilinear translation to allow the adjustment of the sitting position of a user at work, the seat system further comprising an associated backrest and connected to said seat by a hinge, said backrest being mounted at its end higher in rectilinear translation with respect to said chassis, to follow the translation of the seat, the equipment being supplemented by modules for rectangular management stations and call center modules more compact than the square modules.

“METHOD FOR EQUIPPING AN INTERIOR VOLUME OF BUILDING WITH OFFICE FURNITURE” The invention is part of the field of office furniture, in particular for office spaces that are weakly partitioned on shelves, commonly called open spaces, or open collective spaces.

These workspaces are often furnished with office units consisting of a rectangle work plan bringing together space for four working people facing the two long sides of the rectangle, opposite two by two. Mobile office chairs are present on both sides of the rectangle and require a rear space of one meter for the accessibility of the employee, his recoil and his movements. Typically a unit of this type has dimensions of 360 cm by 320 cm, and thus occupies 11.52 m2.

Besides the space occupied by these units is important, various drawbacks are associated with these furnishings. These disadvantages include the absence of noise reduction (due to the absence of partitions between offices), the lack of privacy (unprotected back, seat in traffic, feeling of being in a visible field of monitoring, control of the screens in the back, impossible relaxation - poorly adapted seat), the risk consequently, by the audible and visual distraction and the lack of protection to impact the productivity of the people to decrease, or also to increase their stress, short or long term, thus impacting their job satisfaction.

These units do not make it possible to promote cooperative work for two at a work station, the noise not being attenuated and the exchanges cannot be carried out in a confidential manner.

To solve these problems, a method of equipping an interior building volume with office furniture is proposed, comprising a step of placing horizontally square modules each comprising successively, on one side of the square constituting a reference to the side opposite the reference a work surface, a space for the user opening on a third side, then a seat system facing the work surface, characterized in that the seat system comprises a seat mounted opposite a chassis of the module in rectilinear translation to allow adjustment of the sitting position of a user at work, the seat system further comprising an associated backrest and connected to said seat by a hinge, said backrest being mounted at its upper end in rectilinear translation with respect to said chassis, to follow the translation of the seat, the equipment being completed by modules for rectangular steering positions call center modules and areas are more compact than square modules.

Thanks to these principles, the invention invites concentration in each office, and stimulates cooperation in each office.

Thanks to these characteristics, the object of the invention constitutes a workspace with the following strong points: an optimally dimensioned entrance space, a convivial workspace for up to three people, viewing angles on screen and geometries for the use of accessories (tablet, seat, bench, headrest, storage chest) defined to satisfy users.

The workspace includes areas for visitors, who can sit on the seat system on the left and right. The height of the seat can be adjusted according to the target population, and the size of the target person. The height of the backrest too.

[0009] In the end, the product offers the advantages of increased productivity, with less distraction at the work station, promotion of cooperation between two or three at the work station, less stress with more protection and lack of promiscuity, and a substantial gain in space.

In terms of assembly, this is rapid, making it easier to equip the surfaces of building platforms. The materials are bio-sourced, and there is no emission of volatile organic compounds.

Optional and advantageous characteristics are the following:

The height is adjusted according to the building to be fitted;

The seat is supported on the ground by a leg comprising a wheel in contact with the ground;

The seat system includes sliding armrests parallel to the seat 5;

The width of the work surface is similar to the width of the seat system, and the width of the space for the user is less than the width of the work surface and that of the seat system;

The seat system includes armrests attached to the seat or the backrest;

The seat system is three or four places;

The module includes a tablet hinged to the work surface and deploying in the space for the user, foldable to form a desk pad on the work surface;

The module includes a footrest or a legrest;

The module includes storage boxes under the seat system;

The module includes cushions with fabric hinge covering the seat and the backrest;

The module includes metal panels, methacrylate, wood fibers or glass.

The file includes a horizontal hinge connecting a lower part and headrest of the file, to allow the file to follow the seat;

The backrest is in a single rigid part without hinge between a lower part and a headrest of the backrest and the module comprises a horizontal hinge connecting the top of the backrest to the chassis, to allow the backrest to follow the seat;

The square modules, respectively for management position, and respectively for call center have horizontal dimensions of 160 x 160 cm, 160 x 270 cm and 810 x 60 cm.

It is also proposed, in the context of the invention, an office furniture module for equipping an interior volume of a horizontally square building comprising successively, on one side of the square constituting a reference to the side opposite to the reference a work surface, a space for the user opening on a third side, then a seat system facing the work surface, characterized in that the seat system comprises a seat mounted opposite a chassis of the module in rectilinear translation to allow the adjustment of the sitting position of a user at work, the seat system further comprising an associated backrest and connected to said seat by a hinge, said backrest being mounted at its upper end in rectilinear translation with respect to said chassis, to follow the translation of the seat, the equipment being supplemented by modules for rectangular management stations and more compact call center modules than the square modules.

The invention will be better understood, and other objects, characteristics, details and advantages thereof will appear more clearly in the explanatory description which follows, made with reference to the accompanying drawings given solely by way of example illustrating a embodiment of the invention and in which:

- Figure 1 is a view of a first embodiment of the invention;

- Figure 2 is a view of a second embodiment of the invention;

- Figure 3 is a view of a use of an embodiment of the invention;

- Figures 4 and 5 are views of a detail of an embodiment of the invention;

- Figures 6 and 7 are views of two different variants of an aspect of the invention;

- Figure 8 is a representation of one aspect of the invention;

- Figures 9 and 10 are representations of the use of the two variants of Figures 6 and 7;

- Figures 11 and 12 are two examples of implementation of the invention;

- Figures 13 and 14 are two other examples of implementation;

- Figures 15 and 16 show complementary and alternative furniture.

In Figure 1 there is shown a first embodiment of the invention. A module 10 is composed of a seat system 101 facing an office furniture 103. This is surmounted by a vertical partition 104 on which is installed for example a screen and electronic communication devices, and a support surface 106 for placing a laptop or documents, books, binders and notebooks (including a system for passing electrical cables). A partition 105 closes at one of its ends the space 102 present between the seat system 101 and the office furniture 103. At its other end this space is left free to allow the entry or exit of a person from the module 10. The seat system 101 is of the 3-seat bench type, with three seats individualized by separate cushions, and in particular the central place provided with a tilting system for the comfort of the user. The base is flared at the base to facilitate the passage of people.

In Figure 2, there is shown a variant, seen from another angle. We find, this time on the right in the figure, the seat system 101, and on the left, the office furniture 103. The latter has a support surface 106, which is fixed, horizontal and of large size, but also a tablet 107 capable of sliding in translation with respect to the support surface 106 and being brought into a so-called unfolded position above the knees of a person seated in the center of the seat system 101. The tablet 107, in a so-called folded position, is instead brought back into the envelope of the office furniture 103, either by translation and sliding under the desk surface, or by rotation and folding on the desk surface, in which case it serves as desk pads. It can be mounted on a pneumatic support. The dimension of the tablet is adapted to the work of one person in the center of the module, and to the presence of two other people on the sides.

In the figure, there is a low storage cabinet, for example with a drawer, which is placed under the bearing surface 106, for example on casters, four in number. There may also be spaces for storage on the partition 104 around and above the screen.

The seat system 101 is similar to that mentioned in connection with Figure 1. It includes three individual seats and the central place is fixed on a wheel 109, optionally provided with a housing. A 17 cm wheel is preferred. It is used to avoid overhang and allow the support of large weights including with a seat on the ledge.

The seat and the back of the central place are articulated so that the seated person can choose his position according to his wish, his size, his level of fatigue and the activity practiced (reading a screen or use a keyboard). It is thus a sliding system, based on polymer rails behind the headrest and under the seat, following the movements of the body from 90 ° to the relaxed position. The central place is shown in the figure in a configuration in which the seat is advanced by almost two thirds of the space 102, and the backrest, which follows the seat by being connected to it, inclined towards the rear. The optimal angle of inclination is 105.5 °, with a seat of 46 cm, or at least between 42 and 51 cm and optional lumbar reinforcements in the backrest. The tablet 107 defines a sliding plane in interactivity with the movement of the seat. The office plan is at a height of 72 to 80 cm.

In Figure 3, the invention is shown, used by a male person and common build. Space 102 constitutes an entry in module 10 for the person. Office furniture 103 is topped with desk lamps and a computer screen.

In Figures 4 and 5, there is shown a detail of the seat system according to a variant of the invention. It includes an armrest 110 which slides along the seat and its backrest, being fixed to one or the other, thanks to a round linear guide. It can be placed in different places along the seat system, to receive people of different body sizes. It can be fitted on its underside with a mechanical or electrical control button. To slide the armrest, lift it slightly. Depending on their position, it is possible to convert the seat system into a sofa shape, with the armrests distant from each other.

In Figure 6, there is shown a first embodiment of the seat system. It consists of three armchairs next to each other, each comprising a textile seat and cushion-type padding, and a backrest also in textile and cushion-type padding (for example ecological foam based on vegetable oils similar to polyurethane ). The file includes a headrest (with different sizes, a large size especially for the American market). The top of the headrest is articulated in slide (translation) with the chassis of the module, the seat is articulated in slide (translation) with the chassis, and the bottom of the backrest and the bottom of the seat are articulated in rotation. one over the other.

In the variant of Figure 6, the bottom of the headrest is articulated in rotation with the top of the backrest (excluding headrest), and in translation with the chassis. As a result, the top of the backrest (excluding the chassis) is articulated in translation with the chassis.

In the variant of Figure 7, corresponding to a second embodiment, the bottom of the headrest is fixed relative to the top of the backrest (excluding headrest). The top of the headrest is articulated in rotation with the chassis.

The currently preferred embodiment is that of Figure 6, but the mode of Figure 7 is possible and is within the scope of protection as defined by the claims.

In Figure 8, there is shown the dressings of the seat system, seen from the side. Fabric hinges connect the seat, backrest and headrest.

In FIGS. 9 and 10 (figures which show the general concept), the seat systems of FIGS. 6 and 7 are presented in situation of use by a small person, of female gender. In Figure 9, we see that the seat is articulated in three parts, the seat height is fixed, at 51 cm, the space in the bench version (without side panels, but with sliding armrests) can be reduced to 35 cm or less, and the legs can have different shapes. The same comments apply to FIG. 10, which relates to the system in a form which is currently not the preferred embodiment, this being represented in FIG. 9, for the aspects relating to the articulation.

In Figure 11 and 12, two examples of implementation of the module 10 are presented.

In Figure 11.4 modules are associated, arranged in a square. They thus constitute a large square of 3.20 m side. In the embodiment, the modules are rotated relative to each other by 90 °, so that the outlet spaces of each module are directed to one of the sides of the large square. The entire large square has an area of 10.24 m2, which offers a saving, compared to an equivalent workspace according to the prior art, of 1.28 m2. Thus, if the invention is developed over a large space, for example of 22 groups of 4 workstations (88 people), a saving of 28.16 m2 is obtained, which is considerable. This is linked to the fixing of the product to the ground, which avoids having to plan a recoil as for a chair on casters. The space saving is 12 to 15% or more.

In Figure 12, 6 modules are associated, arranged in a 2x3 rectangle. They thus constitute a rectangle of 3.20 m side by 4.80 m. In the embodiment, the modules are all oriented in the same way, so that the outlet spaces of each module are directed towards one of the long sides of the rectangle. The entire rectangle has an area of 15.36 m2, which offers a saving, compared to an equivalent workspace according to the prior art, of 1.92 m2. Thus, if the invention is developed over a large space, for example of 9 groups of 6 workstations (54 people), we obtain a saving of 17.26 m2, which again is considerable.

It is specified that the module can be closed on its four sides, for more privacy. A wicket then allows access to space 102. It can be replaced by a sliding door.

The chassis is metallic with panels of wood and materials (glass, metal or methacrylate, or wood fibers) white, gray, opaque or translucent, possibly with fabric covering. Clip fixing is used. The panels can have heights of 72, 100, 125 or 135 cm. Additional equipment includes lighting systems, trolleys on casters for central computer units, or storage nets hung on the panels. It is also possible to offer a side secretary, in the form of a swivel tablet placed next to the bench seat, on a partition panel.

In Figures 13 and 14, we present an example of large implementation. Each module can accommodate 2 people at the workstation, which saves space. There is indeed less need to develop collaborative areas (such as relaxation areas, meeting areas, and tele-presence) because each module is collaborative. The surface can nevertheless be punctually adorned with round tables, and also be equipped with common storage units.

Figures 15 and 16 show complements: in Figure 15 call center modules (call center) more compact than the square modules presented above (only one place on the seat), and in Figure 16 modules larger rectangular management positions.

In summary, the invention avoids the use of office chairs. The person’s environment is stable and their back is protected. The system allows for cooperation between people, and offers a side welcome source of well-being and free ergonomics.

Claims (17)

1. Method for equipping an interior volume of a building with office furniture, comprising a step of placing horizontally square modules each comprising successively, on one side of the square constituting a reference towards the side opposite to the reference a work surface (106), a space for the user opening on a third side (102), then a seat system (101) facing the work surface, characterized in that the seat system comprises a seat mounted opposite a chassis of the module in rectilinear translation to allow the adjustment of the sitting position of a user at work, the seat system further comprising an associated backrest and connected to said seat by a hinge , said backrest being mounted at its upper end in rectilinear translation with respect to said chassis, to follow the translation of the seat, the equipment being supplemented by modules for rectangular management positions and call cent modules er more compact than square modules, to solve the problems of the large space occupied by the office units and the lack of protection of people in said units. 2. Equipment method according to claim 1, characterized in that the height is adjusted according to the building to be equipped. 3. Equipment method according to claim 1 or claim 2, characterized in that the seat is supported on the ground by a leg having a wheel (109) in contact with the ground. 4. Equipment method according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the seat system comprises armrests (110) sliding parallel to the seat. 5. Equipment method according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the width of the working surface is similar to the width of the seat system, and the width of the space for the user is less the width of the work surface and that of the seat system. 6. Equipment method according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the seat system comprises armrests fixed to the seat or the backrest. 7. Equipment method according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the seat system is three or four places. 8. Equipment method according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the module comprises a tablet hinged to the work surface and deploying in space for the user, foldable to form a desk pad on the work surface. 9. Equipment method according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the module comprises a footrest or a leg rest. 10. Equipment method according to one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that the module comprises storage boxes under the seat system. 11. Equipment method according to one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that the module comprises cushions with fabric hinge covering the seat and the backrest. 12. Equipment method according to one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that the module comprises metal panels, methacrylate, wood fibers or glass. 13. Equipment method according to one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that the backrest comprises a horizontal hinge connecting a lower part and headrest of the backrest, to allow the backrest to follow the seat. 14. Equipment method according to one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that the backrest is in a single rigid part without hinge between a lower part and a headrest of the backrest and the module comprises a horizontal hinge connecting the top of the backrest to the chassis, to allow the backrest to follow the seat. 15. Equipment method according to one of claims 1 to 14, characterized in that 5 that the square modules, respectively for management position, and respectively for call center have horizontal dimensions of 160 x 160 cm, 160 x 270 cm and 810x60 cm. 16. Office furniture module for equipping an interior building volume 10 horizontally square successively comprising, on one side of the square constituting a reference to the side opposite the reference, a work surface, a space for the user opening on a third side, then a seat system turned towards the surface work, characterized in that the seat system comprises a seat mounted opposite a chassis of the module in rectilinear translation for 15 allow the adjustment of the sitting position of a user at work, the seat system further comprising an associated backrest and connected to said seat by a hinge, said backrest being mounted at its upper end in rectilinear translation with respect to screw of said chassis, to follow the translation of the seat, the equipment being completed by modules for rectangular steering positions and 20 call center modules more compact than square modules. 1/8 102 2/8 103 101 4/8 5/8 μ 7/8 ¹ ; = 8/8 1 ] - -. - L 1 ZZZZL ·.