Business Equipment and Fixtures

Monitor stands and rack shelves live or die by their dimensions

Monitor stands are listed by the screen sizes they carry, for example 13 to 32 inches, and by weight per screen; check the footprint on your desk and whether cable management and storage are built in. Arms and mounts use a VESA hole pattern, usually 75 or 100 mm, which must match the back of the monitor. Rack shelves are sized in rack units: 1U is 1.75 inches tall for a 19 inch rack, and a four-post shelf lists the rack depth range it spans.

Seating and storage are judged on adjustment and load rating

Chairs list a weight rating, seat height range and whether the seat tilts, swivels or has lumbar support and a footrest. Covers in faux leather clean easily, while mesh breathes more. Cabinets and storage fixtures list the exterior and interior size, shelf load and lock type. For any item that assembles from parts, check the listed contents and the hardware needed for the wall or floor you have.

Questions about Business Equipment and Fixtures

What does VESA mean on a monitor mount?

VESA is the standard hole pattern on the back of a monitor, such as 75 by 75 mm or 100 by 100 mm. The arm or bracket must match that pattern and support your screen's weight. Monitors without VESA holes need a stand or an adapter plate.

What does 1U mean for a rack shelf?

One rack unit, written 1U, is 1.75 inches of vertical rack space. A 1U shelf fits a standard 19 inch rack, and the listing gives the depth range it can span. Measure your rack's depth before choosing.

Can one stand hold two or three monitors?

Yes, when the stand is listed for multiple screens and each screen is within the stated size and weight. Check the width against your desk and the base depth so the monitors sit at a comfortable distance without tipping.