Humanscale Liberty Task Ergonomic Chair
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Description
Humanscale Liberty Task chair is an intelligent mesh task chair engineered to provide automatic lumbar support for every user, as well offering simplicity and complete ease of use. Liberty was designed to offer a unique, minimal aesthetic and to provide custom comfort for every person who sits in it. Like Humanscale’s Diffrient Smart and Diffrient World chairs, Liberty uses Humanscale’s revolutionary Form-Sensing Mesh Technology and mechanism-free recline for perfect support and unprecedented comfort.
With a minimal aesthetic that complements any space, the Liberty chair is the ideal seating solution for the modern work environment. With advanced features, including automatic, weight-sensitive recline, arm rests that are attached to the back of the chair for constant support and an innovative tri-panel mesh backrest, Liberty combines performance, simplicity and beauty. With fewer parts than traditional task chairs, Liberty is a timeless and environmentally friendly design.
Liberty, with Form-Sensing Mesh Technology, is unlike any mesh chair you’ve seen or experienced. With its tri-panel construction, Liberty has the body-fitting contours that single-panel stretch mesh chairs simply can’t achieve. And it offers perfect recline and lumbar support for everyone, without external devices or manual adjustments. Ideal for the active workspace, Liberty promotes balanced movement throughout the day.
Liberty’s automatic fit and ease of use make it the perfect choice for conference room seating, where every occupant will feel comfortable and supported without having to worry about adjustments.
Office Seating - Liberty’s mesh back is formed by combining three panels of low-stretch mesh in the same way a tailor combines multiple pieces of material to form a shirt. So its contours are custom-made to both fit and support the human body in unprecedented comfort. Liberty has set a new bar for performance, simplicity, elegance and comfort.
Technical Drawing
Specifications
Chair Width | 26.5" Arms / 21" Armless |
Base Size | 25" |
Seat Height Range | 16.5" - 34.2" |
Recline Range | 18° recline + 8° backrest tilt |
Chair Weight | 34 lbs arms / 30 lbs armless |
Stackable | No |
Warranty | 15-year 24/7 |
Features & Innovations
1. Self-Adjusting Recline
Intelligent counter-balance recline mechanism automatically provides the right amount of support through the full range of recline motion, regardless of user size and weight
No tension springs to adjust
No recline locks to set/release
During recline, the angle between torso and legs opens up for better body function
User maintains near constant eye level during recline
2. Pivoting Backrest
Extra motion of the backrest during recline automatically adjusts to the changing needs of the spine
Provides additional lumbar support as needed
3. Form-Sensing Mesh Back
Tri-panel, non-stretch mesh construction creates body-fitting contours and self-adjusting lumbar support for a customised fit
No external lumbar devices to adjust, break or lose
Low-abrasion mesh protects clothing
Modular for easy replacement
4. Contoured Seat Cushion
Carefully sculpted to match body contours
Increased contact area reduces pressure points
Modular for easy replacement
5. Armrest Options
Adjustable or fixed armrests connect to the backrest instead of the seat so they stay with the body during recline
Armless model also available
6. Body Fit
Size-adjustable to fit more than 95% of the population
Automatic adjustments - Weight-sensitive recline. Form-sensing lumbar support. Manual adjustments. Optional height-adjustable armrests. Seat height. Seat depth.
7. Casters
75mm (3") dual-surface casters roll easily on carpeted floors and quietly on hard floors
Effortless Recline - Liberty’s intelligent mechanism-free recline uses the laws of physics and the sitter’s weight to automatically provide the perfect amount of support through the full range of recline. Without manual controls to adjust, the user can change postures effortlessly throughout the day.
Custom Fit - Liberty’s mesh back is formed by combining three panels of non-stretch mesh material in the same way a tailor combines multiple pieces of fabric to create a shirt. Its contours are made to custom fit and support each individual sitter throughout the day.
Encourages Movement - Liberty was engineered to automatically adjust to whoever sits in it, instantly accommodating each user regardless of size and weight. Because it has no manual adjustments and features Humanscale’s weight-sensitive recline, the user can move easily and without restrictions.
Designer
Niels Diffrient - Niels Diffrient's designs are grounded in the philosophy
that form follows function. His work has spanned generations, consistently
looking past trends to reinvent the tools we use for daily living.
With an academic foundation in design and architecture and a degree from
Cranbrook Academy, Diffrient channels his knowledge of engineering,
architecture, and human factors into the creation of highly functional and
aesthetically timeless designs.
From his early work with the studios of Eero Saarinen, Marco Zanuso, and Henry
Dreyfuss to his current work with Humanscale, Diffrient's visionary talent has
been widely recognized. Included among his many honors are the 2002 National
Design Award from the Smithsonian's Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum, and
the 1999 Chrysler Design Award. In recent years, Diffrient had focused his
energies on designs for the office environment, particularly seating - a
category in which he has pioneered numerous breakthroughs, from pneumatic
cylinders for seat height adjustment to weight-activated automatic recline.
Design Story
"I’ve always insisted that the back adjust to the person and we have this
unique Form Sensing Mesh that will accommodate any body shape and give you
appropriate back support. Whether you’re short, tall, wide, narrow, the back
will accommodate you." - Niels Diffrient, Designer.
Inspired to create a minimal but functional mesh task chair with curved lines
and a contemporary aesthetic, Niels Diffrient designed Liberty. As with the
Diffrient World chair, Liberty features an innovative tri-panel non-stretch mesh
backrest, which Diffrient said was based on the concept of a tailored men’s
shirt. He worked closely with textile designer Elizabeth Whelan to create a mesh
that was strong and supportive but still flexible."
Liberty and the Environment
Humanscale is committed to environmental sustainability and continually strives to design, engineer and manufacture products that, compared to others in the same class, consume less of the Earth’s limited resources. This is accomplished by creating products that:
Weigh less and require less raw material
Ship as efficiently as possible
Have timeless design and durable construction so they have to be replaced less frequently
Are engineered to be easily recyclable
Here are some of the environmental highlights for the Liberty chair:
Weighs as little as 18.3kg (40.3 lbs), minimizing carbon footprint in shipping
Contains recycled content
Designed for easy disassembly with clear recycling guidelines
Ships in recycled packaging, or blanket-wrapped, when feasible
Certified by GREENGUARD and BIFMA level
Can earn points toward LEED Certification in a number of areas
Product Options/Accessories
Model | Liberty Task |
Manufacturer | Humanscale |
Part Number | Liberty Task |
Chair Width | 26.5" Arms / 21" Armless |
Base Size | 25" |
Seat Height | Range 16.5" - 34.2" |
Recline Range | 18° recline + 8° backrest tilt |
Chair Weight | 34 lbs arms / 30 lbs armless |
Warranty | 15-year 24/7 |
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Limited Warranty
Humanscale offers the following warranties on its products, subject to any exclusions and limitations as set forth below:
Product | Warranty |
Customer’s Own Material (COM, COL) | No Warranty |
Switch Mouse | 1 Year, 24/7 Warranty |
Technology Products | 3 Years, Limited Warranty |
Element Series Lights | 10 Years, 24/7 Warranty |
Horizon Series Lights | 10 Years, 24/7 Warranty |
Diffrient Series Lights | 5 Years, 24/7 Warranty |
Float Table, (Mechanical) | 5 Years, 24/7 Warranty |
eFloat and Electric Float | 5 Years, 24/7 Warranty |
QuickStand Sit/Stand Workstation, QuickStand Lite, QuickStand Eco, QuickStand Underdesk | 5 Years, 24/7 Warranty |
Fabric/Cushions/Arm Pads | 5 Years, Single-Shift Warranty |
M2, M/Flex & Para/Flex Monitor Arms | 15 Years, 24/7 Warranty |
M4, M7 & M8 Monitor Arms with Gas Cylinder Components | 10 Years, 24/7 Warranty |
Ballo Stool | 3 Years, Single-Shift Warranty |
Vessel Lights | 10 Years, 24/7 Warranty, 3 Years 24/7 Warranty for the power supply driver |
M/Connect | 3 Years, 24/7 Warranty |
M/Power | 3 Years, 24/7 Warranty |
M/Connect 2 | 3 Years, 24/7 Warranty |
Monarch Mat | 3 Years, 24/7 Warranty |
Office IQ | 1 Year, 24/7 Warranty |
All other seating and products detailed in a current Humanscale Price Guide, unless otherwise specified | 15 Years, 24/7 Warranty |
All other products NOT detailed in a current Humanscale Price Guide | Varies; consult your Humanscale representative for details |
Modifying or tampering with any part of the base of the Float Table will
render the warranty void. The warranty on the Float Table applies to the base
and work surface if the table top is provided by Humanscale, and only to base if
the table top is provided by a third-party, provided that the third-party table
top meets the following requirements: (i) has a depth of 36" or less, (ii) has a
width of 72" or less, and (iii) the total weight load including work surface is
no more than 130 lbs for the standard base and no more than 160 lbs for the
heavy duty base.
Note: Ballo is not a task chair. It has not passed the BIFMA or European EN
standards for office seating. The Ballo in an exercise chair that is designed
for dynamic seating and frequent movement. All Ballo instructions should be
followed to ensure a comfortable experience.
Modifying or tampering with any part of the base of the eFloat or electric
Float will render the warranty void. The warranty on the eFloat and electric
Float applies to the base and work surface if the table top is provided by
Humanscale, and only to base if the table top is provided by a third-party,
provided that the third-party table top meets the following requirements: (i)
has a depth of 36" or less, (ii) has a width of 72" or less, and (iii) a total
weight load including work surface of no more than 200 lbs.
The warranties for the Vessel lights exclude labor and other costs associated
with the installation and/or removal of the lights from ceilings, walls,
fixtures, etc. Further, Humanscale has no warranty obligations if the product is
affected by internal or external environmental conditions (including but not
limited to water, moisture, outdoor use, or temperature damage), power
fluctuations, improper power supply, or if the product is not installed and used
in compliance will all applicable standards and electrical codes.
These warranties are available to the original end-user customer only and are
non-transferable. For these warranties to be valid, the Humanscale product must
have been purchased directly from Humanscale and/or an authorized dealership,
distributor, retailer and/or reseller of Humanscale products. If products are
procured through an authorized dealership, distributor, retailer and/or
reseller, the end-user customer must be registered with Humanscale for the
warranty to be in effect. Humanscale warrants that, at the time of customer’s
receipt, the product will be in good working order and will be free from defects
in materials and workmanship for the duration of the warranty term, as set forth
above. These warranties do not apply to normal wear and tear or damage caused by
accident, neglect, product abuse, misuse and/or failure to follow instructions
relating to the product’s installation or intended use. Humanscale will not be
responsible for damage due to service, maintenance, modifications or tampering
by anyone other than a Humanscale authorized representative. Humanscale will not
be responsible for injury or damage caused by or associated with the
installation and/or use of products in any manner other than in strict
conformance with the instructions set forth in its installation manuals and
instruction sheets and/or product literature. These warranties do not cover
damage caused by a carrier or transportation of the product from one location to
another, or alterations made by owner. Humanscale does not warrant damages or
defects to the products under the following conditions: an Act of God, damage
from electrical power problems, usage of parts or components not supplied by
Humanscale, failure to perform preventative maintenance, or damage caused by
peripherals not supplied by Humanscale.
In the event a product or product part is defective in material or workmanship
during the warranty period, and Humanscale receives written notice of the defect
within the warranty period, Humanscale will determine with customer if the
defect is covered under warranty. Humanscale, at its option, may repair or
replace the defective product or product part determined to be under warranty
with the same or comparable product or product part as determined by Humanscale,
at customer’s location or at a designated Humanscale location. The labor costs
associated with the repair of the product or product part may be the
responsibility of Humanscale if the product or product part is determined to be
under warranty. Humanscale must pre-approve the labor costs prior to the repair
or replacement of warranty products or product parts. Customer must contact
Humanscale to obtain a Return Authorization through the Humanscale Customer
Service Department. Performance of any repair or replacement does not renew or
extend the warranty period. If, after examining and testing a returned product
or product part, Humanscale determines that the product or product part is not
defective, Humanscale will notify customer and return the product or product
part to customer. Customer will be responsible for the freight charges
associated with the return of non-defective products or product parts. To return
a product or product part for repair that is not covered by warranty, Customer
must request a Return Authorization through the Humanscale Customer Service
Department. Customer will bear the costs of labor and freight charges associated
with non-warranty repair. Customer will be charged a standard repair fee,
specific to the product, for any product that is repaired outside of the
warranty period. Repairs on products out of warranty also carry a 90-day
warranty, effective the day that Customer receives the repaired product or
product part. For products that are not covered under warranty: Customer may
upgrade to a newer, functionally equivalent product at the list price; the
product or product part will be returned to Customer; or Customer can request in
writing that Humanscale dispose of the product or product part for Customer, in
which case a fee may apply as designated by local law.
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PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, NON-INTERFERENCE, AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES
ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE.
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be uninterrupted or error free. Any implied warranties that may be imposed by
law are limited in duration to the Limited Warranty period, to the greatest
extent allowed by law. Some states or countries do not allow a limitation on how
long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages for consumer products. In such states or countries, some
exclusions or limitations of this Limited Warranty may not apply. This Limited
Warranty is subject to change without notification.
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Purchaser’s remedies set forth herein are exclusive and the liability of
Humanscale with respect to the breach of this agreement or any contract entered
into between the parties pursuant hereto shall not exceed the price of the
product or part on which such liability is based. In no event will Humanscale be
liable to purchasers for any special, collateral, incidental or consequential
damages however caused, whether by Humanscale’s negligence or otherwise. The
remedies provided above are the purchaser’s sole remedies for any failure of
Humanscale to comply with its obligations regarding the workmanship of its
products. Correction of any nonconformity in the manner and for the period of
time provided shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities of
Humanscale, with respect to or arising out of the product furnished hereunder.