TORRANCE, Calif., June 12, 2002 (PRIMEZONE) -- Virco Mfg. Corporation (AMEX:VIR) -- Virco's diverse, innovative I.Q.(r) Series has been honored with a Best of NeoCon(r) 2002 Gold Award in the category of Classroom Solution Education Products. Designed by Richard Holbrook, the I.Q. collection combines important ergonomic benefits, durable construction, environmental responsibility and lasting value.
All I.Q. chairs and chair desks feature a gentle lumbar curve to more effectively support the lower back. In addition, the concave shape of the I.Q. seat more fully conforms to the human body's natural contours. With a waterfall front that's easier on the legs, and an extra-wide design that accommodates a wider range of movement in the chair -- a particularly important point when it comes to irrepressibly active younger students, I.Q. delivers sustained seating comfort.
I.Q. student desks unite the ergonomic advantages of a 24" to 30" top height adjustment range with a strong tubular steel frame, a durable high-pressure laminate work surface over a plywood core and uncommonly attractive styling. A classic open-front book box is available, as is an open-view bookrack enabling increased visibility for those who prefer this configuration. What's more, a third I.Q. desk model features a book box that functions as a convenient, high-capacity sliding drawer for enhanced privacy.
When it comes to environmental sustainability, I.Q.'s polypropylene chair shells, tubular steel frames and plywood work surfaces are characterized by their high recyclable content. Components constructed of these sturdy, long-lasting materials can readily be reprocessed when a given I.Q. item is ultimately withdrawn from service.
With 22 versatile models, the I.Q.(r) Series offers a complete selection of ergonomically supportive furniture solutions for any level of education. Thanks to a number of recent introductions, the I.Q. line now includes three 4-legged chairs with 13", 15-1/2" and 17-1/2" seat heights; two sled base combo units with a 17-1/2" or 15-1/2" seat height; a selection of eight right-handed, and one left-handed, tablet arm chairs; two mobile chair models with pneumatic seat height adjustment; four sled base chairs with 13" and 15-1/2" and 17-1/2" seat heights; and three newly released student desks.
Taken together, this expanded array of versatile furniture models enables the I.Q. line to excel in any learning venue: from colleges and universities to K-12 environments and day care settings. And thanks to Holbrook's design expertise, I.Q. allows one to easily outfit a campus, or a district, with furniture that combines the Virco standard of durability with distinctive design integrity and important ergonomic elements.
For more information on the award-winning I.Q. Series, contact Virco at 800-813-4150, or visit us at www.virco.com.
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