Olympus Standing Desk [Discontinued]

Live longer, feel better, & be more productive! OMEGA: The next evolution in standing desk and treadmill desk ergonomic design.

An infinitely-adjustable, ergonomic keyboard tray built right in

Most people are aware that adjustable keyboard trays (AKTs) are supposed to improve ergonomics when using a computer. They do this by tilting the keyboard's front edge up in order to eliminate "wrist extension," among other good things. When seated at a desk, these measures work well. However, standing desk and treadmill desk users soon find that conventional keyboard trays cannot adjust sufficiently to achieve the ideal geometries required when not sitting - they were never designed to. iMovR's pioneering research in this arena has led to to development of the Omega Desk line (patents pending), incorporating an infinitely-adjustable keyboard tray right into the desktop.

The Omega is the first and only adjustable-height desk on the market with optimal ergonomics for all three modalities: sitting, standing and even walking on a treadmill. 

Most AKTs cannot achieve more than -15 degrees of keyboard tilt. When standing, without the benefit of chair armrests to support the user's forearms, -15 degrees is not enough to achieve the most "neutral" and therefore ergonomic position. This can lead to a variety of muscle and joint strains, and can result in reduced typing speed, accuracy and endurance. In over two years of extensive user testing iMovR's engineers figured out that steeper keyboard inclines can correct these issues by allowing the user to type at a more neutral angle - putting the least strain on muscles and joints in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders and neck - while minimizing "computer hunch" and eliminating wrist flexion and extension entirely.

SteadyType™: exclusively from iMovR

Our proprietary SteadyType design allows the keyboard to be set at literally any angle up to -85 degrees (and without losing your keyboard). A tilt angle of -20 degrees or greater is what most users will find the most comfortable for typing while standing. For treadmill desk usage, angles of -25 to -40 degrees achieve the greatest improvements in ergonomics and comfort, as well as maximizing typing speed, accuracy and endurance. A crucial additional benefit for treadmill deskers is eliminating "anchoring stresses" which occur when users press down hard on their palms in order to maintain hand position over the keyboard as they sway with their walking motions and the treadmill belt pulls them backwards. Working at steeper angles allow the hands to relax and merely "hang on" loosely, without needing to apply pressure on the palms to maintain a consistent hand position over the keyboard.

The net result is higher typing speeds and accuracy at faster walking speeds than can be achieved with any other treadmill desk setup.

And we didn't forget about the mouse

High-end keyboard trays often have a separate mouse pad that allows you to raise the height of the mouse relative to the keyboard. This is done in order to keep your upper arm as vertical as possible... reaching out for a mouse or trackball can aggravate joints and muscles in the arm and shoulder. The Omega's keyboard tray has two height settings that position it lower than the desk surface, in order to achieve the same ergonomic goal and keep that upper arm from moving out. 

Great ergonomics, but also the best overall stability of any sit-stand desk

We always recommend using a keyboard tray, but the truth is that using a keyboard tray on any 2-leg, adjustable-height desk can lead to significant monitor shaking - especially if that monitor is mounted to a monitor arm like it should be. By incorporating the keyboard tray directly into the desktop the user's typing pressure is applied only inches from the center crossbar of the desk. The difference in desk and monitor stability is amazing. The Omega is by far the most rigid height-adjustable table ever devised, and dramatically more stable than any two-leg desk using a keyboard tray. Watch this demonstration video to see what we mean. 

Three models to choose from: EVEREST, OLYMPUS and DENALI

The OLYMPUS, featured here, is based on iMovR's value-leading ThermoDesk UpTown. If you're looking for a manual (crank) desk, please check out the Omega DENALI, which is based on the popular ThermoDesk ELLURE. If you're looking for an entirely made-in-the-USA desk check out the Omega EVEREST, which is based on our top-of-the-line ThermoDesk ELITE. 

You can also consider one of our other electric standing desk models.

The Omega OLYMPUS: Quiet, Muscular, Stable

The OLYMPUS is built on iMovR's UpStage-30 electric base, the quietest in the industry, registering under 41 decibels. With a brawny 265 lb. lifting capacity and a transit speed of 1.5 inches per second, the UpStage is one of the strongest bases on the market.

The OLYMPUS is one of the tallest-reaching desks in the industry - with a top-end height of 50" (including desk top) - while being able to descend down to 25" for sitting. Most height-adjustable tables top out at 47" (the ANSI/BIFMA standard most manufacturers shoot for) but the OLYMPUS's extra three inches of reach will be beneficial to anyone over 6'2", or 5'9" if using a treadmill.  Even average height users will appreciate the OLYMPUS's greater leg stability, because its telescoping leg segments have substantially more overlap at maximum extension than desks that top out at lower heights.  

State-of-the-Art Digital Controller

An LED readout showing the height of the desk in inches, and three programmable height presets (e.g. set to sitting, standing and walking heights) are the features of the digital controller that you can see. What you can't see are the controller's advanced acceleration and deceleration dampening - to ensure your coffee cup will never slosh while the desk changes height with silky smoothness - or its built-in anti-collision detector.

A Confident Warranty

Like all iMovR work surfaces, the OLYMPUS's Omega desktop is 100% Made-in-America (Michigan, to be precise). The UpStage base is made in the most technology-advanced linear actuator factory in China, renowned for the precision and reliability of its component manufacturing. Our confidence in the reliability and quality of the OLYMPUS is reflected in the robust warranty coverage we offer on it: Lifetime on the frame, and 5 years on the motors and moving parts, tabletop, and electronics.

Thousands of design combinations

The OLYMPUS can be customized with different base and tabletop colors, tabletop widths, "cockpit" positions, and numerous add-on options. With all these options you can match your available space and surrounding decor to a T. 

Table tops are all 30" deep, and come in five different table widths, as shown below. 

Note: the Olympus desk is now available in nine different corner standing desk configurations, too! 

Not Just Black, White and Gray...

Omega desks feature our exclusive 3D lamination for the ultimate in aesthetics, ergonomic comfort and durability. Choose from eleven standard finishes to fit your decor.

Standard finish options: clove mahogany, hayward cherry, almond cherry, shaker cherry, light maple and urban walnut in woodgrains, and black, white, beige, putty and a stunning shark gray in solids. 

Custom finish options: We have over 60 custom color choices to choose from, including most popular colors used by the major office desk manufacturers, as well as some bold and exciting finishes for companies that like a little flair in their furniture. (For larger quantity orders).

Custom logo engraving option: Another iMovR exclusive, enabled by our 3D-lamination production process. Call us to inquire about having your company's 3D logo engraved right into the tabletop!

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Why 3D lamination is superior to standard lamination

Your run-of-the-mill desktop is manufactured using a process called high-pressure lamination (HPL). 3D lamination is an entirely new process that requires a very large machine ($1 million+). It enables us to have our tops custom-made to order and shipped out within one week of ordering. Very few furniture manufacturers have such equipment, and iMovR is the only maker of height-adjustable tables that offers 3D lamination. Because the process is so highly automated we save enough in labor to price our 3D-laminated products where our competitors price their inferior HPL tabletops.

We start with the wood slab, and shape it on CNC routing machines to a precision of 1/5000ths of an inch. This includes putting an "ergo contour" on all four edges. Once formed, we thermofuse Omnova Surf(x) 3D Laminate to the tabletop under high temperature and pressure, making a perfect, hermetically-sealed bond all around. The contoured edges and even the grommet holes show the woodgrain pattern perfectly. The resulting product has the appearance of an extravagantly carved hardwood desk, yet costs the same as far less durable and less elegant HPL product most everyone else uses in our industry. We don't cover our grommet holes with cheap plastic caps because you'll want to show off the real wood appearance of your desk.

The Omnova Surf(x) 3D laminate we use in our products is more durable and resistant to chemicals, scratches and dings than typical HPL. In fact, you'd historically find these laminates working 24/7 in hospitals, where they constantly use harsh chemicals to clean and disinfect their desktop surfaces. That's right, you can spill bleach on your Omega desktop and never see any discoloration. 

Most wood tabletops are attached to their bases with wood screws, which can degrade the integrity of the wood after only a few disassemblies and re-assemblies. We install recessed nuts in our Omega tabletops, so they can be attached to their bases using machine screws. No more sawdust, and you'll never have to re-drill new holes no matter how many times you take the desk apart. 

Where most other table tops come with short warranties reflecting their minimal qualities, all our tops come with a FIVE YEAR warranty, but they're designed to last a lifetime. 

The keyboard "cockpit" cutout is centered on the 48" and 60" desktop. The 71" can be ordered with the cockpit on the left, right, or in the center. 

Make it Your Own

Choose your base color:

Choose from black or silver powder coat finish.

Choose your Power Management Options:

Unique to iMovR desks is the optional Grommet-Mounted Power Socket that brings dual AC outlets to the top of the table. This is ideal for shared workstations where users may want to power their laptops or charge their mobile devices, without having to bend down and search for a free plug along the floor. Silver or black powder-coated finish, with a 72" cord. The 48" table top can accommodate a single Power Socket; the 60" and 71" tops can accept one or two Power Sockets.
 

Choose your Monitor Arm:

For the best ergonomics, you’ll always want to keep your monitor(s) at the proper height, distance, and angles. Monitor arms make moving your monitors easy, so you can find the right monitor position whether you're sitting, standing, or ‘perching’ at your desk. They help keep neck and eye strain at bay, and ensure you work in optimal comfort at all times. Several varieties are available depending on the number of monitors you'll need supported, the weight of your monitor(s), and the height of the pole that holds the monitor(s) up.

Choose your Standing Mat (Up to $20 Off):

Take care of your feet and get the most out of your new standing desk converter! A good anti-fatigue mat means more hours standing in full comfort, by reducing strain on your back, legs, and feet. iMovR EcoLast Anti-Fatigue Mats are made from 100% polyurethane material and won’t lose their bounce or curl up at the edges like cheaper mats. Designed to last a lifetime, they help you save time, money, (and the environment!) by eliminating the need to replace your mat every year. 100% made-in-America, these mats come with a five-year full-performance warranty, and are completely recyclable.

Select an iMovR Standing Mat for your sit-stand workstation:

• EcoLast Economy Standing Mat: A budget standing mat, uncompromising on quality.
• EcoLast Portable Standing Mat: Bring it along wherever you go! (e.g., garage, gardening, sporting events, meetings, etc.)
• Ecolast Premium Standing Mat: Our classic, durable, made-in-America standing mat.
• EcoLast Dual Gripper Standing Mat: More traction and extra non-slip security for your workstation.
• EcoLast Granite Standing Mat: A bold and elegant style to complement your decor (colors include Emerald, Copper, and Steel).
• EcoLast Hybrid Sit-Stand Mat: No need to move the mat when your sit or stand! These larger size standing mats accommodate office chairs.

Manage Your Cables

Keep your cables safe and organized and your new desk tidy with iMovR’s Cable Management Kit. These kits are easy to install, and include a variety of versatile and reusable components to allow you to easily reconfigure your cable bundles time and time again. For minimal cable needs, choose the Basic Kit, reusable cable ties, adhesive mounting brackets, and magnetic cable guides. Most users will want to opt for the Advanced Kit, which includes a 7-outlet surge protector with a 12'-long cord and a 24" cable trough to hold it and any excess cable bundles. The surge protector and trough together make it so that you only need to make sure the surge protector’s cord has enough slack for your desk to reach its top height. With twelve feet to work with you’ll have plenty of flexibility to place your new desk as far or close to the wall outlet as possible.

Make It Mobile

Need more mobility in your desk? The 10mm caster wheel set replaces your new Omega Olympus’s leveling feet with four locking casters to help you shift your desk where you need it easily and safely. These casters are designed to screw into provided recessed threading on the feet of your Olympus, and installation is very simple. Just remove the desk’s leveling pads, use the included wrench to screw in the casters, flip it back on its wheels with a helper and you’re good to go! Lock the casters when you find a good spot, unlock them to glide to a different one.

Bundle in a Treadmill!

If you need a treadmill to complement your new adjustable-height Omega desk, we can take you through the options at the time you place your order, or call us anytime at 888-208-6770 (or 425-999-3550) to speak with one of our treadmill desk solutions specialists. 

Bulk Orders

Please contact our Corporate Solutions Department by calling (888) 208-6770 ext. 2 or sending an email to corporatesolutions@imovr.com to discuss custom color and logo engraving options, as well as installation details and large quantity discounts.

Just a small sample of customers that use the 
iMovR Omega Olympus Desk