Ergonomic Input Devices and Accessories for Canadians

ErgoCanada.com offers a wide range of ergonomic products including keyboards (adjustable, contoured, separated, vertical, low-force, compact, small footprint, one-handed, DVORAK, large key, children's, etc.), mice (contoured, left-handed, vertical, hands-free, etc.), touchpads, trackballs, footswitches, numeric keypads, cables, adapters, software, radiant heating products, articulating arms, LCD monitor arms, document holders, arm rests, foot rests, laptop stands / docking stations / mounts and more - click on the Products link to browse our online catalog with detailed product descriptions.

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What's New - Last updated April 11th, 2008

PROMOTIONS this month include the Typematrix Promotion, 'Terrific Perific' Deal, 7-Flex 'Flex Your Savings' Event, Power Cat and Friends Blowout, 'Add an ErgoClick' Sale, the RollerMouse Bundle Promotion, and the 'Too Good to Pass Up' Promotion on the No-Grip Ring Pen
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NEW PRODUCT RELEASES this month include:
- Trackbar Emotion Central Pointing Device by Eurooffice now available in Canada!
- Professional Keyboard Platform by Allsop now in stock!
- Mousetrapper Central Pointing Device by Mousetrapper now available in Canada!
- Matias Folding Keyboard now in stock!
- Sandio 3-D Game O2 Mouse for Graphics and Gaming Applications now in stock!
- Wide Range of 3M Office Products now in stock here at ErgoCanada.com!
- New Colors for the Standard Atlas Book Holder now in stock!
- SwingSeat Pro Ergonomic Back Support Office Chair now in Canada!
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Trackbar Emotion Central Pointing Device by Eurooffice now available in Canada!

ErgoCanada.com is excited to be launching a new central pointing device option here in Canada, the Trackbar Emotion by Eurooffice. This is the most affordable central pointing device on the market today, and features 2 x 1000 DPI optical sensors (one exclusively tracking horizontal movement, the other exclusively tracking vertical movement).

The Trackbar Emotion central pointing device eliminates the 'reach' for the mouse by locating your mousing device immediately below your keyboard, right where your hands are while typing. As winner of the NECE 2008 Award for Best New Product, the Trackbar Emotion is the latest version of a mousing device that uses a rollerbar to navigate your cursor.

The Trackbar Emotion comes with six tactile membrane buttons to perform frequent actions like right click, left click, double click, etc. It also has two plastic palm supports on either side of the unit to provide support while resting. There is a clickable scroll wheel just below the rollerbar, and the entire unit is small enough to be easily transported when changing locations.

The Trackbar Emotion can also be used in reverse position by turning the unit 180° and pressing the white button on the underside.

For more information on the new Trackbar Emotion Central Pointing Device, see the Mouse - Alternative Category in our → Online Catalog

Professional Keyboard Platform by Allsop now in stock!

ErgoCanada.com is pleased to offer the Professional Keyboard Platform by Allsop, which provides a worksurface without requiring drilling or permanent attachment to any office furnishings.

Many workstations have limited space and need a keyboard tray that is storable and quick and easy to set up. Not only does the Professional Keyboard Platform fit this description, it also does not require any drilling or screws to install. The pole the keyboard platform attaches to is positioned between the bottom of the desk top and the floor and can be set up in less than a minute.

It also has ergonomic features, like a swiveling platform (360°) with both tilting (22°) and telescoping (22") mechanisms to give virtually unlimited adjustment for ultimate comfort. When not in use, the platform can be stored out of sight, and includes a mousing platform with pad.

For more information on the Professional Keyboard Platform, see the Trays Category in our → Online Catalog

Mousetrapper Central Pointing Device by Mousetrapper now available in Canada!

ErgoCanada.com is excited to be launching a new central pointing device option here in Canada, the Mousetrapper Advance by Mousetrapper. This is an innovative, more tactile alternative to other central pointing devices which rely upon a cylindrical bar.

An alternative mouse, the Mousetrapper Advance eliminates the need to reach for your pointing device by placing a steering pad (not a touchpad) immediately below your keyboard next to your hands. This steering pad is like a hybrid between a touchpad, a treadmill and a cylindrical bar pointing device.

Because it is designed to work with your keyboard, the Mousetrapper functions like an extension of your keyboard without overextending your arms. It has an easy-to-maneuver steering pad along with five non-tactile buttons to perform frequent actions like right click, left click, double click, etc.

You can even scroll up and down a page using the right-hand side of the steering pad (like on a Cirque touchpad!). It also has palm supports to cushion your palms while keying and using the steering pad, and comes in black housing with an attached flexible gray mat to place your keyboard on.

For more information on the new Mousetrapper Pointing Device, see the Mouse - Alternative Category in our → Online Catalog

Matias Folding Keyboard now in stock!

ErgoCanada.com is now offering the ultimate travel companion for the laptop user - a usable, high quality, foldable keyboard which when folded forms its own reliable carrying case.

If you are looking for a full-size keyboard with numeric keypad that is still portable as a laptop accessory, then the Folding Keyboard from Matias is the keyboard you want. When opened it measures 18" wide, 5" deep, and 0.87" thick, and when closed only 10.08" wide, 5" deep, and 1.18" thick.

The keyswitches are high-quality dome switches (low travel); the Matias Fn key also allows quick and easy access to keys that normally require a long reach – Arrow keys, Page Up, Page Down, Delete, and others can now be typed right from home row, without moving your hand.

The keyboard also has the standard volume controls: Volume Up, Volume Down, and Mute – as well as function keys, page navigation keys, and cursor keys.

For more information on the new Matias Folding Keyboard, see the Laptop Accessories Category in our → Online Catalog

Sandio 3D Game O2 Mouse from Sandiotech now in stock!

ErgoCanada.com is pleased to offer the ideal mouse for all 3D applications, regardless of whether they are for work (graphics design) or play (3D games) - the Sandio 3D Game O2 Mouse.

While designed originally for 3-D gamers, this mouse has proven itself to be suprisingly effective for any 3-D Application including Google Earth and Microsoft Virtual Earth. It has 6 degrees of freedom (DOF) with 16 programmable keys, and the DPI settings can be adjusted on the fly from 400 DPI to 2000 DPI. It also comes with a removable ergonomic wrist support.

Because using 2-D input devices for 3-D software is cumbersome and inefficient, Sandio’s 3D Game O2 was designed to enhance the user experience and increase productivity by providing a more powerful and intuitive interface than the ordinary 2-D mouse.

The operation of the 3D Game O2 is easy to use. Objects and camera views change in the same direction as simple finger gestures. The object or camera view moves forward when the user pushes, backward when they pull, and turns when they twist their fingers.

For more information on the new 3D Game O2 Mouse, see the Contoured Category in our → Online Catalog

Wide Range of 3M Office Products now in stock here at ErgoCanada.com!

ErgoCanada.com has added a number of products from 3M Canada to our product range - here are just a few samples...and if you are looking for a 3M product that isn't on our web site, just email us your request and we can always special order it in or even add it to our list of stocked products.

Desktop Keyboard Drawer

Non-Locking Adjustable Metal Foot Rest

Flat Panel Monitor Document Holder

Picture of Desktop Keyboard Drawer by 3M

Picture of Non-Locking Adjustable Metal Foot Rest by 3M

Picture of Flat Panel Monitor Document Holder by 3M

Specs:
Size: 27.9"W x 16.8"D x 4"H
Tray width: 25"
Clearance: Accommodates keyboards up to 1.5" high
Color: Black/Charcoal Grey

This keyboard drawer sits under your monitor, raising it 4", and requires no special installation. The 25" wide keyboard tray pulls out in front and lowers to a maximum of 3.75" below your desk surface, with adjustable tilt. A full-width gel palm rest with anti-microbial protection is included, which has a leatherette surface that's easy to clean. The unit's self-contained configuration makes it great for laboratories or other settings where workstations are frequently moved around. The heavy-duty steel reinforced construction makes it very durable and stable. For more information, please see the Trays Category in our → Online Catalog.

Specs:
22" W x 13.75" D x 4-4.75" H
Angle range: Continuous, non-locking up to 30° from horizontal
Composition: Thin sheet metal, top coated with anti-slip material

This foot rest has an extra-wide 22" wide non-skid platform, providing ample space for both feet. It allows easy foot-controlled platform tilt adjustment, and both height and tilt are adjustable.

The 3M Safety Walk slip-resistant surface keeps feet from sliding. The entire unit (base and platform) is made of thin sheet steel. For more information, please see the Foot Rests Category in our → Online Catalog.

Specs:
Size: 9" W x 9.5" H x 2.75" D
Easel: 5.2"-6.4" W x 9.5" H
Capacity: Approximately 35 sheets
Color: Black/Clear
Mount: LCD monitor, left or right side

This sleek, lightweight document holder will position your documents at eye level to the right or left of your monitor. Its grooved ledge and height adjustable clip secure sheets for portrait or landscape oriented viewing, and it swings out of the way when not in use. The document holder securely attaches to your monitor with the included 3M Command Adhesive strips for easy and clean removal, without leaving a sticky residue. For more information, please see the Document Holders Category in our → Online Catalog.

New Colors for the the Standard Atlas Book Holder now in stock!

ErgoCanada.com is excited to be offering the new redesigned Standard Atlas Book Holder, now available in more color options than before.

The new Standard Atlas offers all the features that the original became a staple in every office for including durability which made it the toughest and most versatile book and copy holder on the market. The innovative spring-loaded clip, line guide and various sizes of page stoppers ensure that whether you are dealing with a single sheet of paper or the largest reference text or binder, the Atlas will keep the required information close at hand and visible.

Here are the new specifications and color options for the Standard Atlas Book Holder:

SPECS
Weight Capacity: 25 lbs
Shelf Height Adjustment: 11.25"
Angle Adjustability: 13° to 62°, 11 increments
Footprint: 11" x 11"
Shelf: 14.5" x 3"
Easel: 11.5" x 14"
Weight: 5.9 lbs

New Color Options

For more information on the Standard Atlas Book Holder, see the Book Holders Category in our → Online Catalog

Introducing the SwingSeat Pro Ergonomic Back Support Office Chair

SwingSeat Pro's patented mechanism and contoured cushions perfectly counterbalance your body as you move from one task to another. From the moment you sit down, the SwingSeat Pro senses the position of your body and independently adjusts the seat and backrest to perfectly align to you because their movement is synchronized to your body. The back and seat move independent of one another, providing for a completely intuitive system of adjustment that requires no action on the part of the user.

Reach forward to answer the phone, lean back to relax, sit up to work a your keyboard, SwingSeat's seat and backrest automatically provide superb comfort and support. You can concentrate 100% of your effort on your work while enjoying the wonderful benefits of natural motion because your SwingSeat Pro allows you to continuously vary your posture without having to make any adjustments to the chair. The SwingSeat Pro is the only chair in the world that allows your body to move naturally, in the same way that you walk, swim and dance. Because the SwingSeat Pro dynamically adjusts to you, you'll never have to fuss with levers and complicated controls.

The SwingSeat Pro Task Chair provides great support to the low and mid-back and unrestricted freedom for the arms and shoulders to move. The SwingSeat Managers Chair adds upper back for the user who prefers a more reclined posture.

For more information on the new SwingSeat Pro Ergonomic Back Support Office Chair, see our → Online Catalog.

Current Promotions and Sales

TypeMatrix Promotion

The TypeMatrix keyboard is an innovative redesign of the traditional keyboard layout. Typematrix keyboards deliver all the functions of a standard keyboard in one small, sleek and logical package that is ultra-portable. The orthogonal matrix design makes the embedded 10 key numeric keypad identical to a regular numeric keypad, making this keyboard a favourite for number crunchers as well as hunt and peck typists. All TypeMatrix keyboards are hardware QWERTY-DVORAK switchable, and are available in four different models:

Model	LEGENDS	PS/2 to USB Adapter	REGULAR PRICE	SALE PRICE
2020Q	QWERTY	+ $10.00	$120.00	$100.00
2020DQ	QWERTY/DVORAK	+ $10.00	$130.00	$110.00
2030Q	QWERTY	Included	$140.00	$125.00
2030D	DVORAK	Included	$140.00	$125.00

SPECS: PS/2 interface (optional USB adapter available on 2020 for additional charge, on 2030 included at no charge)
2020: 14.00"W x 7.0"D x 0.5"H
2030: 12.75"W x 5.5"D x 0.5"H
Scissor-Switch Membrane Keyswitches

Here is your chance to pick up the Typematrix at a great price. For more information, see the Keyboards-Compact category in our Online Catalog.

Terrific Perific Deal

The Perific Dual Wireless Mouse by Perific has been garnering attention ever since its launch several years ago.

Now the second generation of this product is available with an 500 DPI optical trackball and increased range (25 feet), improving the quality and productivity of this innovative ergonomic device. You can use the Perific in a variety of ways as a pointing device including:

As a standard desktop mouse, with or without the shell.
Held in both hands, resting in your lap, leaning back in your chair
As a trackball on your desk
Held in one hand, free of the desktop, in any way that feels comfortable
Worn on the hand, for rapid but strain-free switching between mouse and keyboard.

Regular Price: $140.00
Sale Price (While Quantities Last): $125.00

So take advantage of the Terrific Perific deal today and pick up an Perific Dual Wireless Mouse. For more information, see the Mouse-Contoured category in our Online Catalog.

7-Flex 'Flex Your Savings' Event

The 7-Flex LCD Arm is an economical and sturdy product. Its innovative Universal Mount provides mounting configurations which include through the desk, on the desk edge and wall mount. It provides 16" of vertical adjustability and 24" of horizontal adjustability and is rated for monitors from 4.5-14 pounds. The arm has clips for wires from your monitor, assisting with cable management. The arm is VESA-monitor compatible - 75 mm & 100 mm VESA adapters included.

SPECIFICATIONS
Vertical Adjustment: 16"
Horizontal Adjustment: 24"
LCD Weight: 4.5-14 lbs
Cable Management: External Clips
Mount: Universal FLEXMount
VESA Compliant

Regular Price: $175.00
Sale Price: $150.00

Flex your savings before this promotion ends (while supplies last). For more information, see the LCD Arms category in our Online Catalog.

Power Cat and Friends Blowout

ErgoCanada.com is blowing out its remaining stock of several end-of- run products. These sale prices will only last as long as our stock lasts, so don't put off buying today what may be unavailable tomorrow! Note: All sales of these blowout items are as-is; the product has been tested prior to it leaving our warehouse, however, as this product has been discontinued we do not offer a customer satisfaction guarantee on the product, and there is no warranty available from the manufacturer.

Manufacturer: Cirque
Product Name: Power Cat
Part #: EGDB450

This touchpad is a native serial device with a PS/2 adapter and comes with a stylus. It has two mechanical buttons for left and right click, and is the largest of all the touchpads we handle. The unit is plug and play, and there are drivers available for Windows 95 and 98 (on 2000 and XP the unit is plug and play).

Power Cat: Original Price $90.00

Extreme Discount Price: $36.00, 60% off !!!

Manufacturer: DSI
Product Name: Large Key Keyboard
Part #: DLK-CKBH, DLK-CKWH, DLK-WKBH

This keyboard is available with black housing and either white keycaps with black legends, or colored keycaps with white legends. The keys on this keyboard are a full 1" x 1" in size, and use mechanical keyswitches.

Large Key Keyboard: Original Price $150.00

Extreme Discount Price: $75.00, 50% off !!!

Manufacturer: Kensington
Product Name: KeyHub Pocket Keypad
Part #: 11107

These units feature a small efficient layout and a 2 port USB hub. The keys are a reduced size, and the entire unit is only 3" wide by 4" high. Don't miss this opportunity to get a great product at a great price! Note: This product is covered by Kensington's 5 year manufacturer-direct warranty.

KeyHub Numeric Keypad: Original Price $70.00
Blowout Discount Price: 42.00, 40% off !!!

Manufacturer: Kensington
Product Name: TurboRing Trackball
Part #: 64660

These units feature a sculpted design ideal for larger hands. The vertical scroll uses Kensington's innovative Scroll Ring technology, using a ring around the trackball (similar to the one now used on the Expert Mouse Optical). Don't miss this opportunity to get a great product at a great price! Note: This product is covered by Kensington's 5 year manufacturer-direct warranty.

TurboRing Trackball: Original Price $75.00
Blowout Discount Price: $45.00, 40% off !!!

Manufacturer: Cirque
Product Name: Cruise Cat
Part #: GDB500

This touchpad is a native serial device with a PS/2 adapter. It has two mechanical buttons for left and right click, and four tap surface areas which can be programmed. Simple one-touch commands made the Cruise Cat a must-have for the Internet Enthusiasts - including a built-in back and forward tap area along the top of the touchpad. The unit is 5.0" x 5.0" x 0.5". The basic features of the unit are plug and play, and after installing drivers advanced features are available. Don't miss this opportunity to purchase the precursor to the Smart Cat PRO at a great price.

Cirque Cruise Cat: Original Price $100.00

Blowout Discount Price: $60.00, 40% off !!!

Add an ErgoClick Sale

Buy ANY mousing device on our web site and get $15 off when you 'Add an ErgoClick' to your order!

Add an ErgoClick to any mouse purchase you are considering, and save $15 off on the bundle!

The ErgoClick is the ideal mousing accessory for anyone looking for a way to offload mouse clicks from their fingers. This makes it ideal for arthritics, people who have tendonitis, or people with trigger finger.

For more information, see the Mouse - Alternative category in our Online Catalog.

RollerMouse Bundle Promotion

Picture of RollerMouse PRO with A Style Keyboard

The RollerMouse Pro is a unique and highly effective ergonomic pointing device that helps prevent strain and tension of upper extremity muscles including shoulders and elbows. It is a remarkable way to control the cursor without the need to grip or reach for a mouse, and requires minimal space.

Keyboards with a conventional rectangular design tend to work best with the RollerMouse product, and we have two options which offer unique features. The "A" Style keyboard (KBS720UB or KBS720B) offers an ultra thin design that's the correct height for integration with the RollerMouse PRO. Another benefit is the unique 'A' shape of the keys which promotes improved ergonomic positioning.

The Zeomi ZTab Keyboard in white features a triple-width TAB key under the cursor arrows, making one handed numerical data input a breeze. It partners nicely with the Classic RollerMouse (the first generation model) in white.

The normal price of the KBS720B is $20.00, and the price of the RollerMouse PRO is $210.00. Until further notice, we will offer the bundle of both products for $220.00, a savings of $10.00 off the regular price!

The normal price of the KBS720UB is $25.00, and the price of the RollerMouse PRO is $210.00. Until further notice, we will offer the bundle of both products for $225.00, a savings of $10.00 off the regular price!

The normal price of the Zeomi ZTab Keyboard is $55.00, and the price of the RollerMouse Classic is $205.00. Until further notice, we will offer the bundle of both products for $225.00, a savings of $35.00 off the regular price!

For more information, see the Mouse-Alternative category in our Online Catalog.

No-Grip Ring-Pen "Too Good to Pass Up" Promotion

Until further notice the following "Too Good to Pass Up" promotion will be in effect for all orders from individuals:

Total of your invoice...	Add a Ring-Pen for only...
$100	$20.00
$250	$15.00
$500	$10.00
$1000	$5.00

Just mention when placing your order that the No-Grip Ring-Pen was just "Too Good to Pass Up" to receive your discount.

Need an Assessment?

If you are using your computer for more than an hour a day, you may want to consider getting an assessment to ensure your workstation is as ergonomically designed as possible. If you are looking for an ergonomic professional to perform an assessment, try out our free Ergonomic Professional Locator Service by clicking the Services link to find geographically relevant contact information.

Please bookmark this site and check back often, as we are adding new products and services regularly.

Ergonomics Portal: ErgoCanada.com
P.O. Box 9022 Saskatoon, SK, Canada S7K 7E7
Phone: (306) 382-5995 Fax: (306) 382-4995
Toll-Free: (866) 335-3746 (ERGO)
Email: sales@ergocanada.com

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ExtremeGamingDevices.com - Specialty gaming products for extreme gamers
ErgoLaptop.com - Ergonomic products for laptop users.
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