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1 MedaBuddy MedaBuddy High Meda Collection

2 Vitra has been manufacturing furniture in collaboration with outstanding designers since Building on this base the company has developed a wide range of furnishings for the office, for the home and for public spaces, in collaboration with progressive designers. Yet Vitra is more than just a design-oriented manufacturing company. The name also stands for the Vitra Design Museum, for a collection of modern furniture and its accompanying archive, for workshops and publications on topics of design and for an architectural concept that unites buildings by Frank Gehry, Nicholas Grimshaw, Zaha Hadid, Tadao Ando, Álvaro Siza, Herzog & de Meuron and SANAA at the Vitra Headquarters in Birsfelden (Switzerland) and on the Vitra Campus in Weil am Rhein (Germany). In the Weil am Rhein manufacturing facility, production volume is based exclusively on incoming orders, which increases the efficiency of energy and power usage. The production processes have been continually improved over the last 15 years and ecologically harmful techniques and materials have been replaced by alternative, sustainable processes and materials. In Vitra s own independent Test Centre, the inspections cover all the relevant international standards and norms for ergonomics and safety, but also go far beyond to test products against Vitra s own set of rigorous standards not only in the course of their development but also by means of spot checks throughout their entire life cycle. The products are also subjected to stringent quality controls before leaving the factory and provided with a label for complete traceability.

Yet Vitra is more than just a design-oriented manufacturing company.

3 Vitra s fourth and latest production site was opened in September 2006 in Zhuhai/China. Extending across 6000 square metres, the facility produces the MedaBuddy office swivel chair, which was designed exclusively for the Asian market. Having our own manufacturing unit in China avoids unnecessarily long supply distances and shortens delivery times aided considerably by its connection to three international ports. This makes it possible to react quickly and flexibly to market demand. The production systems in Zhuhai are the same as in Europe. In addition, regular product tests are conducted to ensure the customary standards of quality. Moreover, compliance with environmental regulations is one of the central priorities throughout all steps of the production process.

Having our own manufacturing unit in China avoids unnecessarily long supply distances and shortens delivery times aided considerably by its connection to three international ports.

4 MedaBuddy, the office chair in the Meda Collection, concentrates on the essential. It combines intelligent technology and an elegant appearance with a high degree of sitting comfort. It is simple and user-friendly in structure and can easily be adjusted to individual needs. In the development of MedaBuddy, the emphasis was decidedly on the selection of high-quality materials. This quality, combined with the timeless vocabulary of form, makes MedaBuddy a long-lasting chair for everyone. MedaBuddy fulfills all important standards. Alberto Meda, engineer and designer, was born in He lives and works in Milan. He started working with Vitra in Since then, he has designed a series of office and conference chairs. The Meda product family is continuously being developed and expanded with new products. Vitra has been exploring the topics of sitting and working for more than 40 years. Long years of experience are incorporated into the development of all products.

This quality, combined with the timeless vocabulary of form, makes MedaBuddy a long-lasting chair for everyone. MedaBuddy fulfills all important standards.

5 The MedaBuddy High comes with a higher backrest. The addition of integrated height-adjustable lumbar support provides targeted and effective support for the lower back.

6 The armrests are adjustable in height and width and relieve the strain on muscles in the shoulder area.

7 The lumbar support (MedaBuddy High) can be adapted to the height and contour of the lower back. The individually adjustable synchronized mechanism ensures a harmonious movement sequence and promotes dynamic sitting. The body is optimally supported in all sitting positions. MedaBuddy and MedaBuddy High are equipped with a two-part backrest construction. Two aluminium backrest supports connect the seat cushion and back. They ensure stability and offer optimal support for the back when sitting. The organically shaped backrest made of highgrade polyamide allows a high degree of flexibility and thus guarantees exceptional seating comfort. The comfortable cushioning of the backrest provides optimal support in the lumbar area through its ergonomic form, consequently relieving the strain on the spine and back muscles and preventing a rounded back. The new profile seat is attached to the shaped shell with push buttons. The pelvis is automatically propped up by the indentation in the seat and the slight rise towards the back of the cushion. In combination with the body-conforming shape of the backrest, the lumbar area is optimally supported. In order to avoid pressure points, the seat edge is sloped in the front. As a result, the sitter s posture is auto matically correct and comfortable.

MedaBuddy and MedaBuddy High are equipped with a two-part backrest construction. Two aluminium backrest supports connect the seat cushion and back.

9 For Vitra, environmental, economic and social conduct begin with the individual. In order to develop, manufacture and market dependably long-lasting and environmentally sound products, Vitra complements this key factor of individual initiative with regular audits of the company s standards by independent review entities. The concern about a healthy environment at Vitra goes far beyond the selection of materials and the manufacturing processes. It is a topic that exerts far-reaching influence on all the company s activities. Since 1997, Vitra has been certified according to the DIN EN ISO 9001 and DIN EN ISO standards for quality and environmental management. MedaBuddy / MedaBuddy High Long lifespan through innovative, high-level product quality and parts subject to wear and tear that are easy to replace (without the need for special tools) Simple disassembly within a few minutes Timeless design Use of high-quality materials Use of only a few main components that can be recycled (polyamide, steel, aluminium) Minimized packaging (the amount needed to ensure optimal protection of the products) Exclusive use of CFC-free foam for seat and back cushions Covers are not glued to the cushions guaranteeing a single-material sorting of the few materials used As a result, the MedaBuddy with armrests and aluminium base already consists of up to 42% recycled materials and is up to 89% recyclable at the end of its product life cycle 10.5% 3.9% 1.1% 1.1% MedaBuddy with armrests and aluminium base 16.5% 39.4% 39.4% Aluminium 27.5% Polyamide 16.5% Steel 10.5% Polyurethane 3.9% Polypropylene 1.1% Polyester 1.1% Others 27.5%

standards by independent review entities. The concern about a healthy environment at Vitra goes far beyond the selection of materials and the manufacturing processes.

10 MedaBuddy and MedaBuddy High are available in numerous colours. From inspiring colour accents to distinguished restraint, the many different possibilities for combining materials, colours and surface textures allow individual design ideas and preferences to take shape.

different possibilities for combining materials, colours and

11 Programme features MedaBuddy Office swivel chair according to EN Synchronized mechanism with large reclining angle, individually adjustable to the weight of the user and lockable in upright position. Seat height adjustable using safety pneumatic spring. Backrest insert, seat shell, and armrest support made of fibreglass-reinforced polyamide in basic dark. Ergonomically shaped back cushion and profiled seat made of CFC-free polyurethane foam upholstered in Plano fabric. Backrest support polished aluminium or powder coated basic dark. Optional armrests are height and width adjustable. Armrest pad made of polyurethane integral foam in basic dark. Frame made of polyamide in basic dark or polished aluminium. Five-star base with hard castors for carpets or soft castors for hard floors (60 mm diameter). MedaBuddy High Same features as MedaBuddy. Additionally: higher back and height-adjustable lumbar support / / / / / /2 All measurements in millimetres and inches, established pursuant to EN-1335, MedaBuddy / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / MedaBuddy High Plano 07 orange 72 poppy red 67 cognac 68 avocado 69 dark grey 66 nero 47 beige 50 light blue 57 dark blue 56 green 58 khaki 49 bordeaux 54 brown Deviations in colour are possible due to the printing process. Meda Collection Meda Chair Meda Conference Chair Meda 2 MedaPro MedaPal MedaSlim

Backrest insert, seat shell, and armrest support made of fibreglass-reinforced polyamide in basic dark.

12 Vitra International AG Klünenfeldstrasse Birsfelden, Switzerland Phone +41 (0) Vitra Furniture Trading (Shanghai) Co. Ltd. No.338 NanJing West Road Tian An Center, Room Shanghai , People s Republic of China Phone Vitra Furniture Pte. Ltd. 72 Tras Street Singapore Phone Vitra India Pvt Ltd. 416, The Great Eastern Galleria Plot No. 20, Sector 4, Nerul Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra India Phone Representative Offices: Beijing , People s Republic of China Phone GuangZhou, People s Republic of China Phone Hong Kong SAR, People s Republic of China Phone ShenZhen , People s Republic of China Phone TianJin , People s Republic of China Phone Bangalore , India Phone Hyderabad , India Phone New Delhi, India Phone Bangkok, Thailand Phone , Art.-Nr SEA All intellectual property rights, such as trademarks, patents and copyrights are reserved. Nothing shown on this printed matter may be reproduced without written permission.

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Model (scale 1:1) of Panton s idea for a chair, deep-drawn polystyrene, c. 1960. Design sketches by Panton, 1957-1960. Vitra Design Museum Archive

Model (scale 1:1) of Panton s idea for a chair, deep-drawn polystyrene, c. 1960. Design sketches by Panton, 1957-1960. Vitra Design Museum Archive Panton Collection Verner Panton was one of the most influential designers of the 1960s and 70s. Born in Denmark, Panton relocated to Switzerland in the early 1960s. He became known for his original and