ErgoCanada.com offers
a wide range of ergonomic products including keyboards (adjustable,
contoured, separated, vertical, zero-force, small footprint,
one-handed, DVORAK, etc.), mice (contoured, left-handed,
vertical, hands-free, etc.), touchpads, trackballs, footswitches,
numeric keypads, cables, adapters, software, radiant heating
products, articulating arms, monitor risers, document holders,
arm rests, foot rests, laptop risers mounts / docking stations
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 September 8th, 2006
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- PROMOTIONS
this month include the Power Cat 'Power Them Outta Here' Blowout,
Large Key Keyboard Half-Price Sale, KeyHub / TurboRing / SoleRest
Special Bulk Purchase Blowout, 'Add an ErgoClick' Sale, the
RollerMouse Bundle Promotion, and the 'Too Good to Pass Up'
Promotion on the No-Grip Ring Pen
- NEW PRODUCT RELEASES this month include:
- Hoverstop Alternative Ergonomic Mousing Solution
- GoogolBoard and GoogolPad from DSI
- New Model of the Kinesis Maxim Keyboard - now native
USB!
- Mouse Bridges designed for Optical Mice from Source
One
- Dokumount Large Document / Book Holder from IOP
- Traxsys (formerly Penny and Giles) products now available
including Roller TrackBall II and PRO, Roller Joystick II
and PRO
- New Section 508 keyboard from Matias
- Unique Economical Desktop Solutions from AIData
- Innovative Office Products's complete line of LCD Arms,
CRT Arms and Laptop Arms
- LaptopDesk 2.0
- Good Use Company MicroDesk Writing Surface and Document
Holder
- Looking for Gift Ideas? We have a special page for
you - click here to
see our special gift categories page!
- Print Catalogs are available... for more information,
click here.
- For upcoming trade shows and other information about where
we have had our web site, company or products featured in print
or other media, check out our news
and events page
- Interested in joining the ErgoCanada team? We're hiring
- check out our Careers Page.
- Looking for previous What's New Features? Check out our
archive page.
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The Hoverstop Mouse, a new ergonomic approach to an old
problem
ErgoCanada.com
is pleased to be acting as the Canadian distributor of the
Hoverstop Mouse. This mouse challenges conventional ergonomic
thinking, by providing feedback to the user to ensure that
they take their hand off the mouse during periods of inactivity.
As the mouse itself is a traditional conventional design,
there is almost no learning curve, and users need little
training to adapt to using this product.
The Hoverstop mouse detects if your hand is on the mouse.
It then monitors if you are actually using it (clicking,
scrolling). If you are not using it for more than 10 seconds,
it will vibrate softly to remind you to take your hand away
and relax. This will give you many (micro) breaks per hour.
Meanwhile you continue to work normally (thinking, reading),
without being disturbed. If you need the mouse again, just
pick it up to resume work.
When you leave your hand on the mouse (mouse passive) and
try to relax, your hand cannot relax as the muscle tension
remains elevated. Only when you release the mouse and rest
your hand on the table or your lap will your muscles relax.
For more information on the new Hoverstop Mouse, see the
Mice-Alternative category in our
→ Online Catalog
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The
GoogolBoard and GoogolPad, a New Modern Styling for Large
Key Keyboard Input Devices
ErgoCanada.com
is pleased to be carrying the GoogolBoard and GoogolPad,
large key keyboards and numeric keypads which feature sculpted
rounded keycaps (like one finds on most 'conventional' keyboards)
and a more familiar layout. In addition, these keyboards
offer access to windows keys and are native USB.
The Googolboard/GoogolPad uses large, easy-to-read brightly
colored keys with white legends to create a fun, creative,
educational environment for any child. The brightly colored
1 keys distinguish between numbers, letters, and symbols
for easy typing and learning.
The GoogolBoard EZ/GoogolPad EZ uses large easy to read
black legends on white 1" keycaps, and will unobtrusively
blend into any modern office.
The mechanical keyswitches respond easily to gentle finger
pressure, making typing easy and more comfortable, while
still providing positive tactile feedback. The oversized
keys make either version of this product ideal for individuals
with visual impairments or difficulty in targeting keys
on regular keyboards. This keyboard is a native USB device
and includes a PS/2 adapter, and functions on both PC and
Mac (OS 10.3 or higher). The GoogolPad is a native USB device
and functions on both PC and Mac (OS 10.3 or higher).
For more information on the new GoogolBoard and GoogolPad
by DSI, see the Keyboards - Large / Small Key category in
our
→ Online Catalog
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Alternate version of the Kinesis Maxim is now available
at a lower price
ErgoCanada.com
is pleased to be the authorized distributor of the new Kinesis
Maxim USB keyboard, the KB210USB. This keyboard is identical
to the original Maxim except that it is now available as
a native USB keyboard with a PS/2 adapter. The only other
change is that there is no longer an embedded numeric keypad
in the keyboard, and that this keyboard is $5.00 less than
the native PS/2 model.
All the features that have made the Maxim a staple in the
repetoire of many ergonomists and occupational therapists
are still present in the new model, including:
- Low force (52 gram) high durability stabilized membrane
keyswitches
- Adjustable split or splay from 0 to 30 degrees
- Adjustable tent at 0, 8 or 14 degrees
- Removable palm rests
- Padded closed cell foam palm rests covered in lycra
which provide an incredibly soft, gel-like feel (included
with every keyboard - a $20 value)
- Detailed product manual and ergonomic guide
- 2 Year Warranty from one of the most well-known and
established manufacturers in the industry, the Kinesis
Corporation
For more information on the new option for the Maxim Adjustable
Keyboard by Kinesis, see the Keyboards - Adjustable category
in our
→ Online Catalog
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Mouse Bridges for Optical Mice from Source One
ErgoCanada.com
is now offering mouse bridges for optical mice from Source
One. The conventional mouse bridges are clear and come with
a mouse pad to allow either traditional mice or optical
mice to work on them. These new optical models are black
and textured, allowing an optical mouse to track precisely
without the need of a mouse pad.
They come in all 4 models, Standard, Flat, Side and Rear.
For more information on the new Mouse Bridges for Optical
Mice, see the Desktop Solutions category in our
→ Online Catalog
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IOPs
DokuMount - truly the Ultimate Large Document and Book Holder,
now in Canada!
ErgoCanada.com is pleased
to be carrying the DokuMount - an incredibly adjustable
and durable document holder which can accomodate documents
up to 24" wide and 18" tall, and is equally well
suited to accomodating books up to 20 pounds in weight.
Liberate your workspace from large awkward or oversize
documents, engineering drawings and blueprints - hang them
vertically with the DokuMount. Now you can work comfortably,
placing your documents where you need them, and move them
out of the way when not in use.
The
floating radial arm suspends the documents (up to 15 pages)
above your work surface. Quickly adjust height, position
and angle with just one hand. The easel can be adjusted
24" horizontally and 15" vertically and folds
away when not in use to take up only 3".
The DokuMount is ideal for architects, engineers, anyone
who needs to access and refer to paper copies while working
at the computer. No more bending over a table cluttered
with needed reference materials!
Its innovative Universal FlexMount provides mounting configurations
which include through the desk, on the desk edge and wall
mount.
For more information on the new DokuMount by IOP, see the
Document Holder category in our
→ Online Catalog
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Penny
and Giles (now TraxSys / Esterline) Joysticks and Trackballs
now in stock!
ErgoCanada.com is excited
to be distributing the full line of Penny and Giles specialty
input devices (now TraxSys / Esterline), including the Roller
II Trackball and Joystick and Roller Plus Trackball and
Joystick mousing devices.
All their products come with a removable key guard for
the buttons, one of the only mousing products on the market
with this feature. A built-in drag lock feature is accessed
with the middle button. On the Plus models, the additional
buttons are used to control the speed of the cursor movement,
a double click button, and a button which allows you to
filter the cursor movement to only the horizontal (X axis)
or vertical (Y axis). Helpful LEDs light up to indicate
when any of the advanced features are being used.
The
Joystick models come with 3 different joystick heads, a
standard slim joystick, a T-Bar Handle and a Large Soft
Knob Ball, to ensure that there is the right interface for
everyone.
In addition, all these products are switch adapted, allowing
you to hook up 3.5 mm switches for any of the standard mouse
switches if needed - ensuring that these are truly the most
adaptable and versatile assistive mousing trackballs and
joysticks on the market!
Finally,
there is a new joystick mouse for the general market now
available from Traxsys - the EasiTrax - half trackball,
half joystick, it is like a cursorpoint device, but far
more functional and powerful. This brings the quality and
reliability of this company's assistive products to the
mainstream - and fills the need for all users who have been
seeking a joystick instead of a mouse.
For more information on the full line of TraxSys products,
see the Mouse - Assistive category in our
→ Online Catalog.
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New
Section 508 Keyboard from Matias now in stock!
ErgoCanada.com is excited
to be carrying the new Section 508 keyboard, which gives
you the best of both worlds - both one-hand and two-hand
typing on the same device! It's a full-size, standard keyboard
that allows you to touch-type with your left hand, your
right hand, or both hands. Whatever's more convenient. You
decide.
The 508 Keyboard uses high-quality rubber dome (membrane)
keyswitches that provide a quiet tactile feel, yet offer
enough resistance to hold the weight of your hands and reduce
long-term fatigue.
The keyboard is a native PS/2 but comes with a USB adapter.
What is Section 508?
Section 508 of the U.S. Rehabilitation Act requires that
Federal agencies' electronic and information technology
be accessible to people with disabilities. The 508 Keyboard
is specifically designed to satisfy all compliance requirements
for keyboards, under Section 508.
For more information on the Section 508 keyboard, see the
Keyboards - One / Left Handed category in our
→ Online Catalog.
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Unique Economical Desktop Solutions from AI Data are in
stock and ready to ship!
ErgoCanada.com is now
distributing the complete line of desktop accessories from
AI Data. Products include Document Holders, Book Holders,
Phone Arm Support, Mouse Trays and much more. The majority
of these products are of good solid design and made with
durable heavy-duty plastic.
Here is a representative sample of the range of products
which we have available:
Ergo-Flex
Phone Arm
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Curved
Document Holder with Base
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Under
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For more information on the complete line of AIData products,
see the approriate category in our catalog or to see all
AIData product, follow this link
→ Online Catalog.
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IOP's full line of LCD Arms are now available in Canada!
ErgoCanada.com is proud
to announce that we are now distributing the complete line
of LCD Arms, CRT Arms and Laptop Arms by Innovative Office
Products. Types of arms available include Single LCD Monitor
Radial and Articulating Arms, and Single LCD Wall and Ceiling
Mounts. Multi-LCD Monitor Mounts include the ArcView and
LCD Pole System providing varying degrees of independent
adjustability. Data Entry, Laptop and Point of Sale Arms
offer support for various input devices in addition to the
LCD monitor. A large number of CRT arms are also available.
Most of the LCD Arms include the innovative Universal FlexMount
option, which bundle all the most common mounting options
with each arm (wall mount, desk edge mount, through desk
mount, reverse wall mount, side bolt, grommet hole clamp
mount) which eliminates the worry of deciding which mount
you need for your application. In addition, all the LCD
arms include both 75 mm and 100 mm VESA adapters which work
with most LCD monitors.
Here is a sample of the products:
7-Flex
LCD Arm
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Side-by-Side
Flat Panel Mount
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EVO
LCD 'Modern' Arm
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- 16"
of vertical adjustability
- 24"
of horizontal adjustability
- 360
degrees of rotation at 3 joints
- accommodates
LCDs from 10-22 lbs
- Gas
cylinder 'floats' monitor above desk
- Universal
FlexMount
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- 12"
pole
- 200
degrees of rotation at 2 pivot points
- Friction
control system provides smooth adjustment while
adjusting position of the arm
- accommodates
LCDs up to 22 lbs
- Universal
FlexMount
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- 10.5"
of vertical adjustability
- 16"
of horizontal adjustability
- accommodates
LCDs from 13-21 lbs
- Fingertip
adjustment of height and position
- Desk
Clamp or Through-Grommet Mount
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For more information on the complete line of IOP products,
see the new LCD / CRT Monitor Arms category in our
→ Online Catalog.
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Lapworks Laptop Desk 2.0 - a Foldable, Portable, Laptop
Accessory
ErgoCanada.com
now has the Laptop Desk 2.0 in stock, the only lap desk
product on the market that easily converts from a laptop
tray to a desktop stand for your notebook!
In
the desktop application, you can choose from one of five
typing angles. Positioning the keyboard in an incline can
assist in reducing shoulder and back strain (it helps to
lean back in your chair). At full extension, the support
arm raises the screen level by 3 1/4" closer to eye
level reducing neck strain. Of course it is always recommended
to use an external keyboard and mouse when using your laptop
to ensure ideal ergonomic posture.
With normal use of your notebook on your desktop, you will
often hear the cooling fan turn on to cool the computer.
With the Laptop Desk 2.0, you will hear the fans turn on
much less often. Ventilation channels in the product cool
your notebook through convection and contact with the no-slip
rubber surfaces cool your notebook by conduction by at least
15-20%.
The versatile Laptop Desk is lightweight and folds for
easy storage (Folded Size: 11.13" x
10.69" x 0.63") in your laptop bag (Weight:
1 lb 6 oz). When you're away from a desk or fixed
work surface, simply unfold the Laptop Desk for a wide,
stable and comfortable platform of super-strong polycarbonate
material right on your lap (Unfolded Size:
20.56" x 11.13" x 0.31").
For more information on the new Laptop Desk 2.0 by Lapworks,
see the Laptop Accessories category in our
→ Online Catalog
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MicroDesk by Good Use Company is now available in Canada!
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ErgoCanada.com
is proud to announce that we are the exclusive
distributor in Canada of the Good Use Company
line of Writing Surface products.
The Standard Microdesk (at right) is
a clear, plastic sloping writing surface with
adjustable non-slip feet that fits over the
top of your keyboard. It is made of heavy-duty
plastic which provides a solid stable writing
surface, and includes a line guide so it can
be used as a document holder. In addition, it
is heavy-duty enough to handle even the heaviest
book. It is intended for single-height worksurfaces
and features a sloped design.
The Step Microdesk (at left) is designed for
dual level desks or desks with a pull-out keyboard
drawer or articulating keyboard arm / tray.
It has a 'step' or cutout to allow it to fit
over the edge of the higher worksurface, and
is the same height at the front as at the back.
The writing surface on both products is 22"
x 12" deep, and the front height is adjustable
between 3" and 5". The rear of the
unit on the Standard Microdesk is adjustable
between 5.5" and 7.5", and on the
Step Microdesk between 3" and 5" (as
the surfaces are different heights, the unit
doesn't need to provide the slope). Both units
include a non-slip line guide to hold papers
in place and help with viewing documents.
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Benefits of the MicroDesk include:
- Stops your body twisting, when writing to the
side of the keyboard, as your papers are placed
directly in front of you.
- Stops you reaching over papers to get to your
keyboard.
- Has a clear surface which allows you to see the
keys.
- Utilizes space between keyboard and monitor screen.
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Before - without the Microdesk, your body twists
when you use a keyboard and work with papers at the
same time. |
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After - with the Microdesk shown with ruler
in use, your body stays in perfect alignment for both
keyboard and writing tasks. |
For more information on the new Microdesk line of products,
see the Writing Solutions category in our
→ Online Catalog.
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Promotions and Sales - September 2006
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Power Cat "Power Them Outta Here" Blowout
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ErgoCanada.com
is blowing out its remaining stock of the Power Cat Touchpad.
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
Blowout half-price Sale $45.00, 50% off
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These units are brand new and come with a 30 day warranty
(since they are discontinued, we can't provide a warranty beyond
30 days). However, they are a great price and have been a solid
product for the last several years that we have carried them.
For more information, please see the Mice-Touchpads category
in our
→ Online Catalog.
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Large Key Keyboard Half-Price Sale
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ErgoCanada.com
is blowing out its remaining stock of the Large Key Keyboard.
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 high quality mechanical keyswitches.
Large
Key Keyboard: Original Price $150.00
Blowout half-price Sale $75.00, 50% off
!!!
These units are brand new and come with a 30 day warranty
(since they are discontinued, we can't provide a warranty beyond
30 days). However, they are a great price and have been a solid
product for the last several years that we have carried them.
For more information, please see the Keyboard - Large - Small
category in our
→ Online Catalog.
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Kensington KeyHub, TurboRing and SoleRest Special Bulk Purchase
BLOWOUT!
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ErgoCanada.com
is pleased to announce that due to a special buying opportunity,
we have been able to significantly reduce the price on the Kensington
KeyHub, TurboRing Trackball and SoleRest.
KeyHub Numeric
Keypad: Original Price $70.00
Blowout super sale price of $35.00, 50%
off !!!
These units are brand new and come with Kensington's 5
year warranty. They 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!
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TurboRing
Trackball: Original Price $75.00
Blowout super sale price of $45.00, 40%
off !!!
These
units are brand new and come with Kensington's 5 year warranty.
They feature a sculpted design ideal for larger hands and work
for both left and right handed people. The vertical scroll uses
Kensington's innovative Scroll Ring technology, using a ring around
the trackball. Don't miss this opportunity to get a great product
at a great price!
SoleRest Foot
Rest: Original Price $60.00
Blowout super sale price of $40.00, 33%
off !!!
The SoleRest is an adjustable fixed foot rest platform, allowing
you to easily adjust height from 4.5" to 6.5" and tilt
from 10 to 25 degrees (6 different positions).
For more information, see the Mouse - Trackballs category in
our Online
Catalog, and the Furniture - Footrests category
in our Online
Catalog.
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Add an ErgoClick Sale
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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.
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RollerMouse Bundle Promotion
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The RollerMouse 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.
Available in two versions the Pro and Classic. The Pro's rollerbar
is 67% longer than the Classic's and has 5 buttons instead of
three. The Classic is ideal for individuals with smaller shoulder
widths and who want to connect a PS/2 mouse directly to the unit.
The Pro is only available in black while the Classic is available
in both black and white. Both versions are USB and PS/2 compatible.
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 (KB800A-USB-BLK)
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
in white.
The normal price of the KB800A-USB-BLK is $35.00, and the price
of the RollerMouse PRO is $240.00. Until further notice, we
will offer the bundle of both products for $255.00, a savings
of $20.00 off the regular price!
The normal price of the Zeomi ZTab Keyboard is $55.00, and the
price of the RollerMouse Classic is $230.00. Until further
notice, we will offer the bundle of both products for $250.00,
a savings of $35.00 off the regular price!
For more information, see the Mouse-Alternative category in our
Online
Catalog.
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No-Grip Ring-Pen "Too Good to Pass Up" Promotion
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Until further notice the following "Too Good to Pass Up"
promotion will be in effect for all orders from individuals:
Total of your invoice...
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Add a Ring-Pen for only...
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$100
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$20.00
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$250
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$15.00
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$500
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$10.00
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$1000 or more
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$5.00
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Just mention when placing your order that the No-Grip Ring-Pen
was just "Too Good to Pass Up" to receive your discount.
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Need an Assessment?
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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. |
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new products and services regularly.
Micwil Computer Consulting
Ergonomics Portal: ErgoCanada.com
P.O. Box 9022 Saskatoon, SK, Canada S7K 7E7
Phone: (306) 222-3203 Fax: (306) 382-4995
Toll-Free: (866) 335-3746 (ERGO)
Email: sales@ergocanada.com
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- Specialty gaming products for extreme gamers
ErgoLaptop.com - Ergonomic products
for laptop users.
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