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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything in one place — how we work, ordering and pricing, products and specification, and answers for specific projects.
Working with Applied Ergonomics
What types of projects does Applied Ergonomics work on?
We work on projects of all sizes, from single-office setups to multi-floor corporate buildouts. Our services span workspace strategy, interior design, furniture specification, procurement, project management, and installation across healthcare, education, corporate, industrial, and hospitality environments.
How does the consultation process work?
We start with a conversation to understand your goals, challenges, and timeline. From there we develop a tailored approach that may include space planning, product recommendations, and a detailed proposal. There’s no obligation, and we’re happy to answer questions at any stage.
Do you work with architects and interior designers?
Absolutely. We regularly partner with architects and interior designers as a technical and execution resource, translating design intent into specific, high-performing solutions.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We serve clients nationally. While we’re headquartered in the Chicago area, our project management and installation capabilities extend across the United States.
Do you support ongoing facility needs after a project is complete?
Yes. We remain a consistent point of contact beyond project closeout—handling warranty coordination, reconfigurations, internal moves, modular system relocation and reuse, redesigns, and more. Our goal is continuity, not re-procurement.
Ordering, quotes & pricing
Are you a dealer — can you help with a whole project?
Yes. We’re independent workspace experts who specify, supply, and install commercial interiors. Buy direct from the shop, or have us plan and quote a full space.
How do quotes and project pricing work?
Use Request a Quote on any product, or contact us. For project quantities we’ll prepare pricing, lead times, and a delivery plan.
Do you ship nationwide?
Yes, across the U.S. Delivery method and any inside-delivery or assembly are confirmed based on your location.
What about financing or leasing?
For project-size orders we work with furniture leasing partners and offer a lease calculator and application. Contact us and we’ll point you to the right option.
What payment methods do you accept?
Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and PayPal, through a secure checkout. We also accept purchase orders for qualified organizations — financing is available.
Products, specification & service
What warranties are available?
Most commercial furniture carries 5–12 year warranties; some premium lines extend to 15. We help you understand coverage before purchase and coordinate any claims afterward.
Can we use our own (COM) fabric or specific finishes?
Yes — most lines accept Customer’s Own Material and a wide range of graded-in textiles, woods, and metal finishes. We confirm yardage, railroading, and that the fabric meets the abrasion and flame ratings the space requires.
Do you offer product trials?
For seating and key products we can often arrange trials so you can evaluate comfort and adjustability before committing to a large order.
What happens when our needs change — moves or reconfigurations?
We plan for change. Modular and spine-based systems are built to be added to, relocated, and reused, and we stay on as a point of contact for moves, reconfigurations, and redesigns rather than re-procurement.
Are desks and casegoods available height-adjustable?
Yes. Standalone sit-stand desks are contract-grade, and modern private-office casegoods now come in both fixed-height and height-adjustable versions, so a whole office can match and still sit-stand.
Specialized & market needs
Can you specify for healthcare and clinical environments?
Yes — cleanable, chemically-resistant surfaces that stand up to repeated disinfecting, infection-control and fluid-barrier upholstery, bariatric-rated frames, and casegoods that reconfigure without construction debris.
Do you handle secure or specialized storage?
Yes — weapon and evidence lockers, controlled-substance and narcotics cabinets, and high-security (often fire-rated) files for law enforcement, military, and healthcare, matched to the security standard you need to meet.
What makes Applied Ergonomics different?
Ergonomics is our lens. We’re an independent dealer who matches people and spaces to the right products — backed by deep, product-level expertise that manufacturers themselves seek out — not a single-line showroom.
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What happens next
We read every inquiry and follow up personally to help move your project forward.
Not sure exactly what you need? Tell us the space and the teams who’ll use it, and we’ll bring the options to you. Specifying is what we do.
Prefer to talk it through? Call 847-679-5148.
Phone: 847-679-5148 Email: info@appliedergonomics.com