Allsteel comes to Australia
October 2011
At Allsteel, they say good design is functionality made beautiful, and UCI couldn’t agree more.
Elegant lines, beautiful finishes and a wide selection of options are details that are designed into every Allsteel product.
www.allsteeloffice.com
Supported by the capability of a company that is part of the second largest commercial furniture manufacturer in the world.
UCI is excited to have the opportunity to share the functional, beautiful, environmental and quality benefits of Allsteel’s products with Australian workspaces.
UCI Completes fit-out for University of Queensland
September 2011
UCI worked in collaboration with Design Nest to adapt our Liquid workstation system to suit this specialised project at the Colin Clark Library Building, University of QLD.
Translucent acrylic dividers and overhead hampers were incorporated into the main reference area, which was designed to allow students access to computers and literature with fluid seating arrangements.
The highlight of the fitout was UCI’s custom-made E-Zone workstation pod. Bringing to fruition the designer’s specific brief, UCI created the specialised 30-seat workstation pod with our Liquid workstation system.
UCI's TaskAir wins Product Innovations Merit Award at Neocon 2011
August 2011
Taskair was the only non-American Company to win one of the prestigious NeoCon Awards this year.
It was awarded for Innovation in the Workstation and Accessories category.
Taskair attracted a lot of attention at the exhibition and was the Feature story in MMQB, (the industry’s on line magazine) on opening day at NeoCon.
Introducing the CBD6 ZERO™ Control Box
June 2011
UCI is pleased to announce the release of the newest product from LINAK, the CBD6 control box for LINAK DESKLINE® systems.
UCI uses this control box on its sit to stand range (Paradigm & Infinity desk systems).
The advantage, besides offering ZERO™ stand-by consumption this control box also offers some all new unique features and functionalities. The main difference provided with the CBD6 is in its design.
The CBD6 is very compact and has a height of just 46mm. This is the same height as their motor housings on the DL and DB range of products, ensuring a compact and clean desk design, providing even more leg space underneath the desk as requested by the future EN527-1 legislation (Europe Standards).
Another hallmark of the CBD6 is the design of the actual box itself, which has 2 grooves in the bottom, providing a much sleeker cable management system.
The CBD6 has the following features
- 180W transformer
- 2 channels (for either single drive or 2 parallel drive)
- Available in either 230V or 120V
- ZERO™ as standard (0.1W stand-by consumption)
UCI launch the Luce chair, from Okamura
May 2011
Designed by the world-renowned industrial design house, Giugiaro Design, the Luce chair incorporates the Robot Leg technologies cultivated with the Leopard chair for adjusting the seat and back in line with changes in posture.
The raised seat gently greets the body, alleviating the absorbing impact as you sit.
Luce is on display at UCI showrooms, Australia wide.
UCI’s workstation screens now better for the environment
April 2011
The Laminex Group supplies UCI with the raw material for our workstation screen panels.
As a market leader, Laminex takes their environmental responsibility very seriously and has therefore made the choice to reduce the formaldehyde in their LPM (Low Pressure Melamine) MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard) products to demonstrate this commitment to leadership and the environment.
The physical properties and quality of the panels will remain the same; the only difference is the level of formaldehyde emissions.
UCI proudly supports this change as part of our responsibility to respect and protect the environment.
UCI's New Manufacturing Machines
March 2011
UCI WA's 1954 Chevrolet series 1100 delivery truck which has recently been completed. It runs a 350 Corvette engine & transmission and runs on LPG gas only. Interestingly although Chevrolet is from the USA this vehicle was manufactured in Australia, under license, by GM Holden.
Apart from the obvious image related benefits it is very practical. UCI WA often do CBD fitouts where the products are loaded into the building through the basement, limiting the vehicle height to around 2.1 metres. Modern trucks with a reasonably large tray are unable to meet the height restriction but this baby does!
UCI's New Manufacturing Machines
February 2011
UCI has commissioned 2 more new machines at their Machine Center. These have been sourced from Amada Japan and feature the latest in innovation and are the most environmental machines around. Amada's new AE-NT series machines give UCI the opportunity to affordably take advantage of the many newer processing capabilities available in punching — along with the additional benefits of a machine that is both environmentally-friendly and costs significantly less to operate and maintain than some older technologies.
QLD Floods Isolate UCI's Aluminium Supplier
January 2011
The Queensland Floods isolated our Aluminium supplier, Capral at their Bremer Park site in Toowoomba. The dual carriage way to the building's left is the Warragul freeway. The township of Ipswich is back below the bottom right hand corner of the photo. Fortunately the floods had only a temporary affect on supply, and the site is now up and running. If you wish to donate to the flood appeal, please click on this link.
UCI opens New Showroom in NT
December 2010
UCI recently expanded its National Profile by opening a new Office and Showroom in Darwin. Robyn Hunt and Allan Lodge join the team as NT representatives, both have extensive experience in the industry and bring with them important contacts in the fields of Design, Building, Government and Facility Management.
UCI’s new Paradigm workstation system - it’s all about you!
November 2010
With it’s unique Sit-to-Stand capabilities, the advantage of Paradigm begins by giving users control of how they work, organise, interact and maintain comfort.
The Paradigm workstation system has really taken off to a flying start due to its competitiveness in all dimensions, Price / Design / Quality / Environment / Innovation.
Orgatec here we come!
October 2010
UCI have sent a small crew across to Cologne in Germany for the 2010 Orgatec Fair.
The UCI team is keen to check out all the exciting new developments in the industry as well as catch up with our key international suppliers who are exhibiting this year.
UCI’s Sustainability Journey... Join Us
September 2010
UCI's commitment recognises that sustainability is more than a destination, it is a journey of continual improvement.
Our Sustainability Journey identifies environmental projects we’ve been involved with such as providing workstations for the 6 star fit out for the Melbourne Exhibitions and Convention Centre as well as our environmental milestones such as our 40% reduction in green gas emissions.
Prodigy – Naturally Exceptional Storage
August 2010
UCI recently released the new Prodigy Storage range.
The GECA certified and Australian-made range is a unique and adaptable storage solution that can be custom made to suit your specific requirements.
Available in a range of colours and designs including the option of a Planter Box top for its Lateral file range, Prodigy really is a Natural Choice.
Leopard Officially Launched in Exclusive Presentations by Okamura
July 2010
To promote the release of the award-winning Leopard Chair by Okamura, the UCI state offices hosted a series of state-by-state presentations throughout July. Design industry professionals were invited to exclusive previews in Perth, Hobart, Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney and Brisbane. The chair’s designer Ryo Igarashi shared with us during these presentations his inspiration for the Leopard Chair design. Together with Akiko Sudoh, also from Okamura, Ryo provided an insight into some new projects that the global award winning company is working on. Watch this space for further updates of the extensive range of Okamura products.
UCI Launches Award-Winning Leopard
June 2010
The human body was the model that inspired Leopard, fresh from NeoCon after winning Innovation Award – Best of NeoCon 2010. It’s eye catching profile certainly got people talking before its arrival. Using unique robot technology which reduces stress on the body. Be embraced, wrapped up, comforted and lifted by Leopard.
UCI Announces Okamura Exclusive to UCI
May 2010
Okamura’s extensive range, which encapsulates many international award-winning products, is now available exclusively through UCI Australia.
Whether you require task seating, boardroom or meeting furniture, innovative workstations or visitor seating, Okamura boasts a range sure to impress the most decerning of businesses.
Lynx II & III – A clever link
April 2010
Lynx, Casala’s conference chair range with patented innovative linking system, has expanded with two new shell models. The success of the first Lynx model lead to an expansion of the program. Lynx is now available with three different shells, instead of one.
Prominent, elegant or slightly arched, these are the Lynx shell options. Emanating from these models are a variety of options. With and without armrests, full upholstery, padded upholstery, synthetic or made of wood. Multiply this by the colour range of materials and fabrics, and a personalised chair appears.
All Lynx chairs are equipped with the patented linking system, cleverly incorporated in the chairs. By only lifting the chair slightly, moving it to the left and placing it in the frame of another chair, the chairs are solidly linked with no additional handling or tools needed. Chairs and armchairs are also linkable with each other.
Lynx along with the entire Casala range of seating and tables is available exclusively through UCI Nationally.
UCI Proudly Introduces Flow to our collection
March 2010
Designed and manufactured by B&T in Turkey, Flow provides comfort and class. Flow is a member of our Black Book range of designer products available exclusively from UCI throughout Australia.
Constructed using steel frames with polyurethane foam and available in large range of fabric colours and patterns, Flow is sure to stand the test of time. The organic shape and styling of Flow will be at home in any environment.
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UCI’s TaskAir Wins Innovation of the Year
February 2010
UCI’s innovative TaskAirtm system has been awarded the "Innovation of the year" in the UK Building Services Awards. This award further backs our environmental innovations. TaskAirtm is a world first, delivering controllable, conditioned air direct to the breathing zone of the workstation occupant, through the workstation screens.
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UCI Launches New Website
January 2010
UCI has started the year off on a high, launching it's brand new website in January 2010. The new site features a host of new product, designs and awards in a fresh, user-friendly layout. Keep your eye on the site too as we will be making some updates as the year progresses.
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Water Corporation - Major First for Transform
December 2009
UCI's newly developed system, transform, was recently installed into Water Corporation's major fit out in Leederville, Perth, WA. Specified through GHD Architects, UCI supplied and installed over 200 transform workstations, plus the new Divide22 screen that included a function rail and accessories. In addition, mobile caddies and various storage units completed this eye-catching fitout.
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Unique and Stylish - 'Coral' has Landed
November 2009
UCI's latest acquisition, 'Coral' from Dutch company, Harechair, has arrived in Australia. This single piece moulded 4 leg chair, available in 7 different colours, is made from reinforced nylon. Suitable for both indoors and outdoors, the stackable 'Coral' is a perfect choice for a variety of situations, whether as a café/restaurant chair, breakout chair, visitors or waiting chair. Designed by well-known Dutch designer, Ton Haas, 'Coral' is also UV resistant. 'Coral' chair is part of the newly released Black Book collection.
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Turkish Elegance from Istanbul
October 2009
As part of the newly launched Black Book, the stylish 'Round' swivel tub chair from B&T Design, Turkey, is a perfect choice for reception areas or even meeting and breakout spaces. With its inner steel frame, and cold cured polyurethane foam, 'Round' comes in a variety of fabric choices. As its name suggests, the circular chair offers versatility and point of difference for many environments.
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Worlds first 6 star Green Star Convention Centre
July 2009
The recently opened Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre is the world's first 6 star Green Star rated convention centre. UCI proudly supplied and installed Symetrix workstations meeting all relevant environmental criteria.
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Casala introduces the latest in seating innovation.
July 2009
A recent visit by Casala to Australia, saw the introduction of some clever new seating concepts. The Lynx chair in particular, with its simple and unique linking mechanism and individual style is available with and without arms. Lynx - the connected one.
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Transform™ your office when you need, as you need.
July 2009
UCI introduce the new transform™ flexible system, with a range of adjustable height legs, worktops and accessories. Australian designed and made, transform™ provides high ergonomic resolve with a balance between individual privacy and group dynamics. GECA certified, transform™ can facilitate frequent reconfigurations and encourage worker communication.
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Phase - New Task Chair from UCI
May 2009
UCI's Phase ergonomic task chair now comes with cold cure polyurethane CFC free foam to the inner back. Tested to Level 6 (Severe Commercial) by AFRDI (Furntech), Phase has recently been specified onto major contracts around Australia as well as being exported to USA. Locally designed and manufactured, UCI's Phase task chair is available in 3 different back heights, a synchronised mechanism, with seat slide if required, adjustable height or fixed arms and a polished aluminium base as options. Phase is currently in the process of being GECA certified.
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UCI Manufacturing
April 2009
With a focus on quality and the environment, our facilities are both quality and environmentally certified to the highest international standards including: GECA, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001. UCI Manufacturing services all 8 of UCI's strategically placed offices, offering an effective nation wide supply route with local support.
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In the Zone
April 2009
UCI's new 'Zone' Seating Program is a slick combination of desk, visitors and meeting chairs. With a tension controlled synchronised action on the desk chair, the option of adjustable height arms and polished aluminium base, 'task zone' is an economical and ergonomical solution with many upholstery options and maximum comfort. 'Visitor zone' chairs come with either a 4 leg or sled base, arms or no arms options, while the stylish 'meeting zone' stacking cantilever chair offers flexibility for use within many office areas.
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ZBar task light launched
April 2009
ZBar LED task light from Koncept is ideal for use on a workstation or desk. With either a clamp desk mount or free standing weighted disc, the flexible ZBar has 6 high powered LED's and comes with a built in 4 step dimmer as well as a unique, flexible arm. In 2007, Time magazine named the ZBar LED desk lamp one of “the Best Inventions of the Year' and was titled “a green light” based on the fact that the ZBar generates little heat and has a long lifespan compared to traditional lamps. Koncept ZBar is exclusive to UCI and comes in white, silver and black.
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Symetrix - New Workstation from UCI
March 2009
UCI proudly announces the introduction of our GECA certified 'Symetrix' workstation system. Having drawn inspiration from its predecessor, 'Metrix', with new enhancements, 'Symetrix' now has added features which include a dual extruded cable duct plus a newly developed 'flat foot' leg enabling a mobile drawer unit to neatly sit over the top of the leg to create more leg room and user space at the workplace. Other unique features such as a screen to desk stabiliser bracket have helped develop 'Symetrix' into a user friendly, affordable workstation system.