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L E A D I N G
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C O N C E P T
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D E S I G N
One of Palmieri’s most popular offerings, Beta and Beta II’s contemporary yet timeless design, all-hardwood construction, and enduring durability make the collection a complement to virtually any library environment.
PA L M I E R I
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The solid apron bases of Beta II tables include the added detail of a black painted reveal (illustrated here at the St. Marguerite D’Youville Secondary School Library in Oakville, ON)
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Shelves are constructed from 3/4” particle core, faced with grade “A” select veneer and banded with 1/4” solid hardwood along the front edge
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Shelves are mounted to panels by means of hidden keyhole fasteners
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Tabletops are constructed of 11/4”, three-ply particleboard core ■
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Palmieri created a series of custom Beta tables for Point Huron, MI-based St. Clair County Library, each featuring a bullnosed resin edge.
Top surfaces receive a durable .050” high-pressure plastic laminate sheet The bottom surface of BETA & BETA II designs receive a .020” backing sheet for balanced construction
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3/4”
33/8”
BETA tables feature solid x apron bases with a metal bracket assembly, recessed 11/2” from the table edge
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BETA table and carrel legs are 13/4” x 13/4” glued-up solid stock, their edges eased
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BETA II tables feature a solid 3/4” x 11/4” solid apron rail with the added detail of a 1/4” x 1/8” black painted reveal
THE BETA/BETA II PRODUCT LINE The Beta/Beta II line of furnishings is available in a variety of standard finishes. For complete product line details, please consult the Palmieri Furniture Ltd. Product Specification Manual or contact your local Palmieri Furniture dealer. ■ Atlas Stand ■ Children’s Table/Bench
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Solid internal hardwood band features an eased square profile
■ Combination Atlas/Dictionary Stand
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Work surfaces may be custom fitted for electrical/data options
■ Display Table
■ Dictionary Stand
■ Index Table ■ Library Desk ■ Magazine Rack
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End, back, and mid-panels are constructed from 11/4” veneer plywood PAC tables (panel base option), PAC terminals and library desks are 11/4”, three-ply particleboard core, faced with grade “A” select veneers ■
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External edges receive an eased 1/4” solid hardwood edgeband Panels may be custom fitted with electrical options and wire management accessories
Distinct angles and clean lines – like those of this modular study carrel – define the Beta collection.
Beta II tables feature a solid rail complete with a 1/4” x 1/8” black painted reveal tastefully fitted between the leg plate assemblies. ■
BETA II table and carrel legs are 23/8” x 23/8” gluedup solid stock, their edges eased
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BETA II apron bases attach to tabletops using a threaded machine bolt and embedded barrel nut assembly
PA L M I E R I
■ Modular/Panel Reference Carrel ■ Modular Study/Panel Carrel ■ New Book Display Table ■ Newspaper Table ■ PAC Station ■ PAC Table* ■ PAC Terminal ■ Reading Table* ■ Study Carrel Table* *Indicates items available in the Beta II collection
Palmieri Furniture Ltd. 1230 Reid Street, Richmond Hill Ontario, Canada L4B 1C4 Tel: (905) 731-9300 Fax: (905) 731-9878 Toll Free: 1-800-413-4440 Website: www.palmierifurniture.com
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