Written: 11/22/99
Written By:
Calvin
"Vader" Tong
Las Vegas, NV - Computer users are about
to sit up and take notice of a new innovative workstation designed for the
ultimate in comfort. The
Microsphere is a new evolution in workstation systems specifically designed
for comfortable, ergonomically efficient and prolonged computer use.
Ergonomics is the science of fitting the
job to the worker. “Everybody has a different body,” explained designer Douglas
Brown, “We wanted to create a system that would work as a natural, integrated
extension of the body allowing a wide range of users to sit for extended
periods. We believe that the Microsphere will enable people to sit comfortably,
longer, decreasing the likelihood of repetitive stress injuries (RSI’s) or
cumulative trauma disorders (CTD’s).”
Mission Statement: To become
world leaders in the field of computer-human interaction.
Product: The Microsphere, an
innovative seating unit that creates a unique microenvironment for the user and
provides the most ergonomically-efficient and comfortable to the user.
Company: Microsphere, Inc. was
created in 1998 and incorporated in early 1999. It has a satellite office in
Seattle, Washington with its Research and design facilities headquartered in
Vancouver, British Columbia. The company has 20 employees and the key personnel
are as follows:
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President: Douglas Brown
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Vice President (Engineering):
Rob McLachlan
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Vice President (Design)/Secretary:
Paul Conder
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Co-Founder: Ben Moglin
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Co-Founder: Geoff Off
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Chief Medical Advisor: Dr.
Richard Abraham
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