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Palmieri’s Fusion collection is striking in its contrasts: hardwood and steel, sheens and shadows, solids and translucents. The result is a range of innovative yet elegant pieces that complement both conservative and contemporary learning environments.
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atmosphere. A clear intersecting line design adds decorative interest. Shelves are laminate or veneer plywood with its front edge banded with 1⁄4” solid hardwood. Hidden keyhole fasteners mount shelves to panels.
THE FUSION PRODUCT LINE The Fusion line of furnishings is available in a variety of standard finishes.
WORK SURFACES L aminated with a .050” thick high-pressure plastic G laminate and bordered with a 7⁄8” x 11⁄4” solid hardwood edge, Fusion work surfaces are stylishly designed for durability. Edges are radiused 1⁄2” at the top and are eased at the bottom. A subtle 1⁄32” v-groove detail highlights the juncture of laminate and solid. PA N E L S A N D TA B L E R A C K S F ull panel study carrels are grade “A” select G veneered 1” particleboard, bordered with a 1⁄4” solid hardwood band. Front edges are machined to receive a 16-gauge tubular steel leg. Index tables and study carrel tables feature a floating rack assembly; their shelves are notched at each end to embrace two to three sectional end panels. As an added feature, study carrel panels may receive a 20” x 20” frosted glass panel insert. Edged with solid hardwood, the panels maintain privacy while creating a lightfilled workspace with an open
For complete product line details, please consult the Palmieri Furniture Ltd. Product Specification Manual or contact your local Palmieri Furniture dealer.
FRAMES AND LEGS T he tabletops of Fusion reading tables (square and G rectangular), PAC tables, index tables, study carrel tables and display tables float 2” atop a sleek 16-gauge steel frame. Comprised of 2” x 2” hollow legs and horizontal stretchers, the frame secures to the underside of tabletops via a steel pintel and plate assembly. All welds and grinds are smoothed, and each frame is painted using an electro-statically applied epoxy powder for lasting resiliency. Carrel legs are 16-gauge tubular steel, finished in a powder epoxy and topped with a steel cap. Each is fitted with keyhole screws to allow assembly in one-, two-, three-, and four-way configurations.
I Atlas Stand I Dictionary Stand I Display Table I End Panel (Single- or Double-Faced) I Index Table (Four- or Six-Place) I Modular Reference Carrel (Single- or Double-Faced; Add-On available) I Modular Panel Carrel (Single- or DoubleFaced; Add-On available) I PAC Table (One-, Two-, or Three-Place) I PAC Terminal (Three- or Six-Place) I Reading Table (Rectangular, Round or Square) I Study Carrel Table (Single, Double or FourPlace)
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For complete Fusion product line details, please visit www.palmierifurniture.com or contact your local Palmieri Furniture dealer.
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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