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From saddle stool for active sitting at the workbench to mobile computer cart for the nursing station: Poly Temp Scientific supplies the complete range of ergonomic seating, work chairs, phlebotomy chairs and mobile workspace solutions from Score, Ergotron and Athena for laboratories, hospitals and medical institutions throughout the Netherlands.
Laboratory staff, nurses, analysts and medical specialists spend a large part of their working day seated or standing, often in a forward-leaning posture at a workbench, microscope or patient bedside. Prolonged sitting in a poor posture is one of the most common causes of back, neck and shoulder complaints in the workplace, yet this is almost entirely preventable with the right seating and workspace setup.
Poly Temp Scientific supplies ergonomic seating from Score for active sitting at workbenches and desks, Ergotron for mobile workspace solutions and monitor arms, and Athena for medical input devices meeting IP68 hygiene standards. All products are available in configurations suited for standard laboratories, cleanrooms and ESD-safe environments.
For information about occupational health regulations for ergonomic workplace setup, contact our advisers for a no-obligation consultation or an on-site trial placement.
A saddle stool is not an ordinary stool. The saddle shape tilts the pelvis 15 to 20 degrees forward, allowing the spine to maintain its natural S-curve: lumbar lordosis in the lower back, thoracic kyphosis in the mid back, cervical lordosis in the neck. This is precisely the posture that places the least demand on the back muscles. On a standard chair with a 90-degree angle between trunk and legs, this posture cannot be sustained: the pelvis tilts backwards, the lumbar spine collapses and pressure on the intervertebral discs increases unevenly.
Score offers saddle stools in two seat widths: the Amazone (narrow seat, legs slightly closer together) and the Jumper (wider seat, legs slightly further apart). Both are available in four configurations and in a seamlessly upholstered version for cleanrooms and medical environments.
The Amazone has a narrower seat, keeping the legs closer together: the preference of many women and smaller users who experience more stability on a narrow seat. The Jumper has a wider seat, with the legs slightly further apart: preferred by users who find a broader base more balanced. Both seat shapes provide the same open hip angle and the same ergonomic benefit. The difference is purely the width and the resulting leg position. An on-site trial placement with your Score adviser is the most reliable way to determine which variant fits best.
Saddle stool with narrow anatomical seat, height-adjustable via gas lift. Aluminium base with soft castors for maximum freedom of movement. Standard version with fixed seat angle. Also available seamlessly upholstered in PUxx for hygienic environments.
Amazone saddle stool with the unique Balance mechanism: the seat moves subtly in the direction of the body's centre of gravity. This keeps the small trunk and back stabiliser muscles continuously active (micro-movement), improves circulation and makes sitting dynamic rather than static. Also available with lumbar support and seamlessly upholstered.
Saddle stool with wide anatomical seat, legs slightly further apart for greater stability. Height-adjustable via gas lift, aluminium base with castors. Identical open hip angle and ergonomic benefits to the Amazone, but for users who prefer a wider seat. Also available seamlessly upholstered in PUxx.
Jumper saddle stool with Balance mechanism for a dynamically responsive seat. Wide seat with active sitting comfort for prolonged use. Available in ESD-safe and cleanroom configurations with seamlessly upholstered PUxx covering. Optional adjustable lumbar support for additional back support.
The Score Ergo range is designed for office and desk work where comfort, adjustability and lumbar support are paramount. Each ascending model number adds further adjustment options: from the Ergo 2300 as a solid base chair to the Ergo 2308 with the most comprehensive settings for users with specific ergonomic requirements.
Solid ergonomic office chair with adjustable seat height, backrest angle and lumbar height. The base configuration of the Ergo range: reliable, robust and suited for daily desk and office work in laboratories and administrative functions.
Ergo 2300 supplemented with adjustable armrests for forearm support during prolonged typing and writing. Reduces shoulder and neck load during screen-based work. Suited for workstations with heavy computer use.
Ergo 2301 supplemented with an adjustable lumbar support that actively supports the lumbar lordosis. Ideal for users with existing back complaints or for shared workstations where individual adjustment is essential.
Top model of the Ergo range with the most comprehensive adjustment options: seat height, seat depth, backrest angle, back height, lumbar support and armrests are all individually adjustable. The preferred choice for intensive users and workplaces with high ergonomic requirements.
The Score Spirit range is designed for laboratory and workbench environments where a chair is needed that supports both seated and active working postures. Unlike office chairs, work chairs are more compact, can be adjusted to higher working heights and are built to withstand the daily conditions of a laboratory environment. The Spirit Amazone combines the saddle stool concept with a work chair: a unique hybrid for users who prefer the Amazone seat but also want the back support and stability of a chair.
Robust work chair without armrests for use at workbenches and laboratory tables. Compact base, wide height adjustment range for workbench heights. Durable upholstery resistant to everyday laboratory conditions.
Spirit 1500 supplemented with adjustable armrests. For laboratories where screen and computer work also takes place at the workbench, where arm support during these tasks is relevant.
Spirit 1500 supplemented with an adjustable lumbar support for users who require lower back support during prolonged workbench work. Compatible with backrest extension for taller users.
Unique hybrid: the Amazone saddle seat combined with a backrest and the Spirit work chair frame. Delivers the ergonomic benefits of the saddle stool (open hip angle, active sitting) combined with the back support and stability of a work chair. For users who prefer a saddle seat but also want lumbar support.
The Score Vena range is purpose-designed for blood collection, infusion and other medical procedures in outpatient settings, diagnostic laboratories and hospitals. Vena chairs combine patient comfort with optimal accessibility and working posture for the healthcare provider. The hydraulic and electric adjustment options ensure the chair can be positioned at the correct working height and patient position without placing a load on the staff member's back.
Hydraulically height-adjustable phlebotomy chair with foot pump. Adjustable armrest for optimal arm positioning during venipuncture. Robust frame, easily cleanable upholstery. The base configuration for blood collection stations and diagnostic laboratories.
Electrically height-adjustable phlebotomy chair. Push-button control for effortless, load-free height adjustment even with heavier patients. Adjustable armrest for optimal venipuncture position. For high-volume stations where staff adjust multiple chairs per shift.
Vena Vario supplemented with an electrically adjustable leg rest. Suited for patients who benefit from a reclined or semi-reclined position during infusion or for patients with limited mobility. Reduces the risk of vasovagal reactions (fainting) in sensitive patients.
Vena Vario Levant with a trumpet-shaped column instead of a standard post. The trumpet column provides a broader stability footprint, ideal for bariatric patients and intensive outpatient clinics. Maximum stability for electric height and leg rest adjustment.
In hospitals, diagnostic laboratories and medical institutions, the workspace is rarely static. Data is entered next to the instrument, beside the patient or at the bedside. Ergotron offers mobile computer carts, height-adjustable laptop trolleys and monitor arms that bring the computer and display to the right ergonomic height wherever you work. Athena supplies medical input devices: IP68 waterproof keyboards and panel PCs that can be disinfected, purpose-designed for hospitals and medical laboratories.
Ergotron mobile workstations
Lightweight, agile laptop trolley with 38 cm height adjustment for seated and standing use. Worksurface 45.7 x 31.8 cm, locking castors, storage compartment for power adapter. Tested to UL/EN/IEC for enhanced patient safety.
Robust medical workstation cart with pivoting LCD arm and large worksurface for monitor, keyboard and accessories. For workstations with a fixed monitor where more worksurface space and a swivelling screen are required.
Fully medical-grade computer cart with LCD arm, keyboard tray and worksurface, designed for hospital and clinical use. All surfaces easily cleanable. Medical environment certification. Load capacity and height adjustment tailored to intensive clinical use.
Monitor arm for two stacked monitors on a single desk clamp or grommet mount. Each screen adjustable independently for height, depth and tilt. For dual-monitor workstations where desk space is at a premium and both screens must be at the correct ergonomic height.
Monitor arm with extended pole for a large height adjustment range, suited for use with sit-stand desks. The tall pole ensures the display remains at the correct ergonomic height even in the standing working posture (eyes level with the top of the screen) without needing to readjust the arm.
Athena medical input devices
IP68 waterproof medical keyboard with integrated touchpad. Fully cleanable with disinfectants including alcohol and bleach. Silicone surface without seams or openings where bacteria can harbour. Suited for operating theatres, diagnostic laboratories and isolation wards.
IP68 waterproof medical keyboard and matching mouse as a set. Both fully disinfectable. The mouse has a seamless surface without grooves. Ideal replacement for standard input devices on medical workstations and in diagnostic laboratories where regular hygiene cleaning is required.
Integrated medical panel PC with 24-inch display, Intel processor and medically certified design. Combines computer and screen in a single unit for minimal cabling and maximum hygienic use. Suited for wall mounting or on an Ergotron arm. Compliant with IEC 60601 for medical electrical equipment.
An overview of the Score seating categories on the parameters that matter most for laboratory and medical environments.
| Parameter | Amazone Basic | Amazone / Jumper Balance | Ergo office chair | Spirit work chair | Vena phlebotomy chair |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sitting concept | Active sitting · saddle | Dynamic sitting · saddle | Classic ergonomic | Workbench | Patient chair |
| Open hip angle | |||||
| Balance mechanism | |||||
| Backrest | Optional | Optional | |||
| Seamlessly upholstered | Model dependent | ||||
| ESD configuration | Optional | ||||
| Cleanroom suitable | Seamless + HEPA | Seamless + HEPA | |||
| Height range | Standard and high | Standard and high | Desk height | Workbench height | Electric / hydraulic |
Back complaints are the most commonly reported occupational condition in laboratory and healthcare environments. They rarely arise suddenly, but build up over months and years of poor posture, unfavourable working heights and insufficient variation between standing, sitting and moving. Investment in the right ergonomic setup pays for itself through reduced absenteeism, higher productivity and longer sustainable employability.
Poly Temp Scientific always advises based on the specific tasks, the working height and the environment. An on-site trial placement is the most reliable way to determine which seating solution fits best.
On a standard chair with a 90-degree knee angle, the pelvis tilts backwards and the lumbar lordosis flattens: the intervertebral discs are compressed at the back. On a saddle stool, the pelvis tilts 15 to 20 degrees forward: the spine retains its S-curve, the intervertebral discs are loaded evenly and the back muscles relax into an active but not fatiguing posture. This is the physiological principle behind the saddle stool.
Static sitting, even in an ergonomically sound posture, leads to muscle fatigue and pressure build-up in the intervertebral discs over time. The Score Balance mechanism allows the seat to move subtly in all directions with the body's centre of gravity. This generates constant small corrective movements (micro-movement) that keep the small spinal stabilisers active, improve circulation and delay the onset of fatigue.
In laboratories, cleanrooms and medical environments, chair upholstery is a critical hygiene point. Standard fabric upholstery has seams and texture structures that trap bacteria, aerosols and fluids. Score seamlessly upholstered saddle stools use PUxx material without seams, stitching lines or openings. This surface can be cleaned with 70% alcohol, chlorine and hydrogen peroxide, meets EN 1021 fire resistance requirements and has no openings where microbiological contamination can harbour.
A common mistake in ergonomic setup is adjusting the chair to the table rather than the other way around. The correct sequence is: set the chair to the right seated height for your body height (shoulders relaxed, upper arms vertical, elbows at working height), then adjust the table height to match. For a saddle stool, set the height so you are sitting as high as possible with both feet flat on the floor, with the hips slightly above the knees. The open hip angle will then be present naturally.
Score, Ergotron and Athena products are used across a wide range of environments. Recognise your situation?
Analysts and laboratory staff spend a large part of the day seated at workbenches, microscopes and centrifuges. Saddle stools improve working posture for forward-leaning tasks; Spirit work chairs are calibrated to the higher benches in analytical laboratories.
Nurses, specialists and healthcare assistants need mobile workstations for data entry at the patient's side, phlebotomy chairs for efficient blood collection and hygienic input devices that can be routinely disinfected.
Cleanrooms place strict demands on seating and input devices: no particle shedding, no seams where contaminants can lodge, and resistance to disinfectants. Score saddle stools seamlessly upholstered in PUxx meet these requirements; some models are also available with HEPA filter.
QC laboratories and production environments require both hygiene and ESD safety. Score supplies saddle stools and work chairs in ESD configurations for electronically sensitive production environments. Ergotron monitor arms bring displays to the right height at standing workstations.
Dentists and dental hygienists work almost exclusively seated in a forward-leaning posture: one of the most demanding working postures for the back, neck and shoulders. The Score Amazone and Jumper are the most widely used saddle stools in Dutch dentistry, with seamless PUxx upholstery that can be cleaned with disinfectants after each patient.
Researchers and analysts alternate throughout the day between workbench tasks, screen-based work and meetings. Score Ergo office chairs for desk work, Spirit work chairs for bench tasks and Ergotron monitor arms for flexible workstations shared by multiple users.
Answer these six questions and you will immediately know which type of seating and workspace solution best fits your specific laboratory or healthcare environment.
Forward-leaning work at a workbench, microscope or patient side: saddle stool (open hip angle, active working posture). Prolonged desk work at a screen: ergonomic office chair with armrests and lumbar support. Alternating between workbench and desk: Spirit work chair or hybrid Spirit Amazone. Blood collection and medical procedures: Vena phlebotomy chair.
Staff who sit for long uninterrupted periods and want to prevent or already have back complaints: choose a Score saddle stool with Balance mechanism. The subtle micro-movement keeps the stabilisers active and reduces muscle fatigue. For non-critical seating tasks, a basic Amazone or Jumper is sufficient.
Cleanroom, GMP laboratory, operating theatre or medical setting: choose seamlessly upholstered Score saddle stools in PUxx. For input devices: Athena IP68 keyboards and panel PCs resistant to alcohol and chlorine. In standard laboratories, regular Stamskin upholstery with moisture resistance is sufficient.
Electronically sensitive production, ESD zones and semiconductor laboratories: choose Score ESD saddle stools or ESD work chairs with conductive upholstery and conductive base. Ask your adviser about the available ESD variants and the corresponding inspection reports.
Data entry at the bedside, at the patient's side or across multiple workstations: choose an Ergotron computer or laptop cart. Fixed workstation with multiple screens: Ergotron monitor arms free up desk space and position screens at the exact ergonomic height. Sit-stand desk: choose Ergotron LX tall pole for the widest height range.
The best way to choose is a trial placement. As a general guide: the Amazone suits women and smaller users who prefer legs closer together; the Jumper suits users who prefer a wider base. Both deliver exactly the same open hip angle and ergonomic benefits. Request a trial placement with your Poly Temp adviser.
Ergonomic workplace setup is governed in the Netherlands by the Working Conditions Act (Arbowet) and the associated RI&E obligation (risk inventory and evaluation). Employers are required to identify and manage risks arising from unfavourable ergonomic conditions. International standards define the technical specifications for seating and input devices.
The Dutch Working Conditions Act requires employers to organise working conditions so that physical strain from unfavourable posture, force exertion or repetitive movements is prevented or limited. Ergonomic seating and workspace setup falls directly under this obligation. A demonstrable policy on ergonomic workplace setup can limit liability exposure in the event of sick leave arising from back complaints.
NEN-EN 1335 specifies the dimensions, adjustability requirements and safety requirements for office chairs. Score Ergo office chairs comply with NEN-EN 1335. The standard prescribes minimum adjustment ranges for seat height, backrest and seat depth to ensure the chair is suited to the full range of users in the workforce.
Ergotron's medical computer carts and the Athena panel PC are designed and certified in accordance with IEC 60601-1, the international safety standard for medical electrical equipment. This certification is required for use in direct patient environments and clinical settings. Athena keyboards meet IP68 waterproofing (fully submersible).
Score seamlessly upholstered saddle stools with PUxx covering comply with EN 1021-1 (cigarette) and EN 1021-2 (match) fire resistance requirements for furniture. This is a requirement for seating in hospitals, care institutions and laboratories that fall under fire safety regulations for public buildings.
Poly Temp Scientific advises laboratory managers, facility managers and occupational health advisers on the right ergonomic setup for laboratory and medical workstations, with an on-site trial placement.
Ergonomic workspace setup is not an online shopping decision. The right chair and workspace configuration depends on the specific tasks involved, the type of workbench or desk, the body height of the user and the environmental requirements of your laboratory. Poly Temp Scientific therefore offers on-site trial placements: we visit your location with the range, your staff try the chairs at their own workstation and we provide a well-founded recommendation based on that experience.
Your staff test saddle stools and work chairs at their own workstation for a well-informed and confident choice
A well-founded recommendation based on tasks, body height, environmental requirements (cleanroom, ESD) and budget
Delivery and assembly of chairs, monitor arms and computer carts, including adjustment for individual users
Coordination of ergonomic re-fitting for multiple workstations simultaneously, for laboratories and medical departments
Gas lift replacement, castors, armrests and upholstery renewal for Score chairs and Score components
Support with risk inventory and evaluation for ergonomic risks and advice on Working Conditions Act compliance for your sector
Poly Temp Scientific is the official dealer for Score seating, Ergotron mobile workstations and Athena medical input devices in the Netherlands.
Belgian brand and market leader in ergonomic saddle stools, office chairs and medical seating solutions. Score supplies hospitals, dental practices, laboratories and industrial environments across Europe. Available in standard, ESD, cleanroom and medical configurations.
American brand and world leader in ergonomic monitor and workspace solutions. Ergotron products are deployed in hospitals, clinics and laboratories worldwide. All medical carts are IEC 60601 certified; monitor arms are VESA-compatible and suited to virtually all display sizes.
Specialist in medical input devices and panel PCs for healthcare environments. Athena products are IP68 waterproof, resistant to disinfectants and compliant with IEC 60601 for use in direct patient environments. Suited for operating theatres, ICUs, diagnostic laboratories and cleanrooms.
Answers to the most common questions about saddle stools, ergonomic chairs and workspace solutions for laboratories and medical environments.
On a saddle stool, the pelvis tilts 15 to 20 degrees forward, allowing the spine to maintain its natural S-curve. On a standard chair with a 90-degree knee angle, the pelvis tilts backwards, the lumbar lordosis flattens and pressure on the intervertebral discs increases unevenly. This is the most common cause of lower back complaints from prolonged sitting. A saddle stool is not a cure for existing back problems, but is scientifically supported as a preventive measure against back complaints during sedentary work.
The only difference is the width of the seat. The Amazone has a narrower seat, keeping the legs closer together; the Jumper has a wider seat, with the legs slightly further apart. Both deliver exactly the same open hip angle, the same lumbar support and the same ergonomic benefit. The choice is purely a matter of personal preference and body type. A trial placement is the most reliable way to make the right choice.
The Balance mechanism is an additional mechanism under the seat that allows the saddle seat to move subtly in all directions with the body's centre of gravity. When you lean slightly to the left, the seat moves gently with you. This generates constant small corrective movements in the trunk and back muscles (micro-movement), keeping them active, improving circulation and delaying fatigue compared to static sitting. The Balance mechanism's resistance is adjustable so it can be tailored to the individual user.
Seamlessly upholstered Score saddle stools use PUxx material without seams, stitching lines or textured surfaces. This covering can be cleaned with 70% alcohol, chlorine solutions and hydrogen peroxide without damage or discolouration. Seamlessly upholstered versions are required in cleanrooms (no particle shedding from seams), surgical and medical environments (disinfection after each patient), diagnostic laboratories with BSL classification and any environment where standard fabric upholstery is hygienically unacceptable.
Yes. Score supplies saddle stools in specific cleanroom configurations with seamless PUxx upholstery and optional HEPA filter in the base to minimise particle shedding. For ESD-safe environments, Score supplies models with conductive upholstery and a conductive base that comply with ESD standards. Contact our adviser for the available ESD and cleanroom variants and the corresponding technical specifications.
Set the saddle stool to its lowest position. Sit with both feet flat on the floor. Raise the seat until you feel pressure on the inside of the thighs. Lower the seat slightly until that pressure disappears: this is the correct height. Your hips will now be slightly higher than your knees, your legs will be in an open angle and your feet will be flat on the floor. Then adjust the table or workbench height to match your elbow height in a relaxed position. The working height of your table is variable; the saddle stool has a fixed optimum height for each person.
The Spirit 1500 is the base work chair without armrests: compact and suited for workbench heights. The Spirit 1501 adds adjustable armrests for support during screen work and combined workbench-desk tasks. The Spirit 1502 adds an adjustable lumbar support to the Spirit 1500 for users who require lower back support during prolonged workbench work. The Spirit Amazone combines the Spirit work chair frame with the Amazone saddle seat for users who want the saddle experience with a backrest.
Ergotron computer carts enable healthcare workers and laboratory staff to take their computer and display to wherever they are working, rather than returning to a fixed workstation. In diagnostic laboratories, carts are used for data entry beside an analyser, barcode registration at the sample rack and reporting at the workbench. In hospitals they are most commonly used at nursing stations for medication recording, patient history at the bedside and administrative tasks. All medical Ergotron carts are IEC 60601 certified for use in direct patient environments.
IP68 is the highest dust and water resistance rating: the device is completely dust-tight and resistant to immersion in water at depth greater than 1 metre for more than 30 minutes. In laboratories this means the keyboard can be cleaned immediately after spillage of liquids, media or buffers with running water or a disinfectant wipe. The seamless silicone surface of Athena keyboards has no openings or seams where liquids can penetrate, preventing bacteriological contamination of the device.
Yes. Poly Temp Scientific offers on-site trial placements of Score saddle stools and work chairs for laboratories, hospitals and other healthcare institutions in the Netherlands. A trial placement gives staff the opportunity to try the Score Amazone, Jumper and Balance variants at their own workstation before making an informed collective choice. Contact our advisers to schedule a trial placement for your department.
From saddle stool for active sitting at the workbench to mobile computer cart for data entry at the patient's side: our advisers will help you make the right choice for your laboratory or medical institution, including an on-site trial placement.
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