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examples
Haller Kitos Display
Residential 2
USM Haller shelving
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USM Haller TV / Hi-Fi
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USM Haller dining
Work 8
USM Haller home office
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USM Haller double workstation
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USM Kitos executive office
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USM Haller conference
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USM Haller executive office
Creating furniture with modular elements, adjusting to expanding and changing needs, keeping pace with a person’s growing requirements. Book, CD and DVD collections grow, Materials
a larger workspace becomes necessary. Office environments change, moving requires
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Colors / Table surfaces
new solutions. And with this, the furniture investment should retain its validity and style,
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Measurements
by simply growing along with you. That is the requirement.
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USM and Sustainability
The solution is USM Modular Furniture. A modular system with a standard function; abstract yet plausible, imaginable in the application. USM’s Haller, Haller Table, Kitos Table and Display product lines can be customized to meet individual customer requirements. From just a few basic elements, you can create individual furniture for the living area, home office, as well as the corporate office environment. This system enables custom solutions that can be expanded and rebuilt at any time. Not typical catalogue furniture, but unique pieces that allow room for flexibility and creativity. This “examples” brochure gives insight into the world of USM Modular Furniture. Further information regarding USM Modular Furniture can be found in our product brochure or website. For detailed questions and planning assistance a USM sales partner is at your disposal. The USM showroom locations and sales partner addresses near you are available on our website at www.usm.com.
Residential 2
USM Haller shelving
4
USM Haller TV / Hi-Fi
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USM Haller dining
Work 8
USM Haller home office
10
USM Haller double workstation
12
USM Kitos executive office
14
USM Haller conference
16
USM Haller executive office
Creating furniture with modular elements, adjusting to expanding and changing needs, keeping pace with a person’s growing requirements. Book, CD and DVD collections grow, Materials
a larger workspace becomes necessary. Office environments change, moving requires
18
Colors / Table surfaces
new solutions. And with this, the furniture investment should retain its validity and style,
20
Measurements
by simply growing along with you. That is the requirement.
22
USM and Sustainability
The solution is USM Modular Furniture. A modular system with a standard function; abstract yet plausible, imaginable in the application. USM’s Haller, Haller Table, Kitos Table and Display product lines can be customized to meet individual customer requirements. From just a few basic elements, you can create individual furniture for the living area, home office, as well as the corporate office environment. This system enables custom solutions that can be expanded and rebuilt at any time. Not typical catalogue furniture, but unique pieces that allow room for flexibility and creativity. This “examples” brochure gives insight into the world of USM Modular Furniture. Further information regarding USM Modular Furniture can be found in our product brochure or website. For detailed questions and planning assistance a USM sales partner is at your disposal. The USM showroom locations and sales partner addresses near you are available on our website at www.usm.com.
USM Haller shelving 1 Side table W/D/H: 500/350/390 mm 2 Haller square occasional table L/D/H: 1000/1000/370 mm Lacquered glass in 14 colors Options: Pearl gray laminate Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural beech veneer Natural, black oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer French granite Black granite Transparent glass 3 TV/Hi-Fi stand W/D/H: 2250/500/390 mm with three extension doors 4 TV/Hi-Fi stand W/D/H: 2250/500/390 mm with one extension door 5 Shelving W/D/H: 2250/350/2140 mm with one drop down door 6 Shelving W/D/H: 1500/350/1790 mm
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options. Sizes refer to the axel dimension.
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USM Haller shelving 1 Side table W/D/H: 500/350/390 mm 2 Haller square occasional table L/D/H: 1000/1000/370 mm Lacquered glass in 14 colors Options: Pearl gray laminate Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural beech veneer Natural, black oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer French granite Black granite Transparent glass 3 TV/Hi-Fi stand W/D/H: 2250/500/390 mm with three extension doors 4 TV/Hi-Fi stand W/D/H: 2250/500/390 mm with one extension door 5 Shelving W/D/H: 2250/350/2140 mm with one drop down door 6 Shelving W/D/H: 1500/350/1790 mm
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options. Sizes refer to the axel dimension.
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USM Haller TV / Hi-Fi 1 Glass showcase W/D/H: 1000/350/1790 mm 2 Glass showcase W/D/H: 500/350/1790 mm 3 Side table W/D/H: 500/500/290 mm with one glass divider shelf Options: without glass divider shelf 4 TV/Hi-Fi stand W/D/H: 1500/500/740 mm with two divider shelves and two extension doors 5 TV/Hi-Fi stand W/D/H: 1500/500/430 mm with two extension doors and castors Options: with counterweight
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options. Sizes refer to the axel dimension.
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USM Haller TV / Hi-Fi 1 Glass showcase W/D/H: 1000/350/1790 mm 2 Glass showcase W/D/H: 500/350/1790 mm 3 Side table W/D/H: 500/500/290 mm with one glass divider shelf Options: without glass divider shelf 4 TV/Hi-Fi stand W/D/H: 1500/500/740 mm with two divider shelves and two extension doors 5 TV/Hi-Fi stand W/D/H: 1500/500/430 mm with two extension doors and castors Options: with counterweight
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options. Sizes refer to the axel dimension.
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USM Haller dining 1 Sideboard W/D/H: 2000/500/1090 mm with four drop down doors and two glass doors 2 Sideboard W/D/H: 2000/500/740 mm with two drop down doors on top, two extension doors at the bottom and two glass doors 3 Serving cart W/D/H: 750/500/580 mm Transparent glass Options: Metal panels in 14 colors 4 Haller rectangular table L/D/H: 2000/1000/740 mm Transparent glass Options: Pearl gray laminate Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural beech veneer Natural, black oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer French granite Black granite Lacquered glass in 14 colors
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options. Sizes refer to the axel dimension.
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USM Haller dining 1 Sideboard W/D/H: 2000/500/1090 mm with four drop down doors and two glass doors 2 Sideboard W/D/H: 2000/500/740 mm with two drop down doors on top, two extension doors at the bottom and two glass doors 3 Serving cart W/D/H: 750/500/580 mm Transparent glass Options: Metal panels in 14 colors 4 Haller rectangular table L/D/H: 2000/1000/740 mm Transparent glass Options: Pearl gray laminate Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural beech veneer Natural, black oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer French granite Black granite Lacquered glass in 14 colors
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options. Sizes refer to the axel dimension.
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USM Haller home office 1 Storage unit W/D/H: 1500/350/740 mm with two drop down doors 2 Storage unit W/D/H: 1500/350/1090 mm with six drop down doors 3 Mobile pedestal W/D/H: 395/500/605 mm with three A6 drawers 4 Haller rectangular table L/D/H: 1500/750/740 mm Pearl gray laminate Options: Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural beech veneer Natural, black oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer French granite Black granite Transparent glass Lacquered glass in 14 colors 5 Shelving W/D/H: 500/350/1790 mm 6 Shelving W/D/H: 500/350/1440 mm with one extension door
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options. Sizes refer to the axel dimension.
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USM Haller home office 1 Storage unit W/D/H: 1500/350/740 mm with two drop down doors 2 Storage unit W/D/H: 1500/350/1090 mm with six drop down doors 3 Mobile pedestal W/D/H: 395/500/605 mm with three A6 drawers 4 Haller rectangular table L/D/H: 1500/750/740 mm Pearl gray laminate Options: Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural beech veneer Natural, black oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer French granite Black granite Transparent glass Lacquered glass in 14 colors 5 Shelving W/D/H: 500/350/1790 mm 6 Shelving W/D/H: 500/350/1440 mm with one extension door
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options. Sizes refer to the axel dimension.
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USM Haller double workstation 1 Haller rectangular table L/D/H: 1750/750/740 mm Natural beech veneer Options: Pearl gray laminate Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural, black oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer French granite Black granite Transparent glass Lacquered glass in 14 colors 2 Return W/D/H: 1500/500/740 mm with four A6 drawers, one extension door, two extension shelves and two filing frames for suspended files, fitted on both sides 3 Shelving W/D/H: 1500/350/1090 mm 4 Sideboard W/D/H: 1750/350/740 mm with two drop down doors Complete double workstation Two Haller rectangular tables (1) with one double return (2)
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options. Sizes refer to the axel dimension.
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USM Haller double workstation 1 Haller rectangular table L/D/H: 1750/750/740 mm Natural beech veneer Options: Pearl gray laminate Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural, black oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer French granite Black granite Transparent glass Lacquered glass in 14 colors 2 Return W/D/H: 1500/500/740 mm with four A6 drawers, one extension door, two extension shelves and two filing frames for suspended files, fitted on both sides 3 Shelving W/D/H: 1500/350/1090 mm 4 Sideboard W/D/H: 1750/350/740 mm with two drop down doors Complete double workstation Two Haller rectangular tables (1) with one double return (2)
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options. Sizes refer to the axel dimension.
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USM Kitos executive office 4 Kitos round table Ă˜ 1100, H 740 mm Transparent glass
1 Mobile pedestal W/D/H: 395/500/605 mm with three A6 drawers 2 Mobile pedestal W/D/H: 395/500/605 mm with one A6 drawer and one A4 drawer 3 Kitos rectangular table L/D/H: 1800/900/700 – 1200 mm Black oak veneer electrical height adjustable Options: Pearl gray laminate Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural beech veneer Natural oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer
Options: Pearl gray laminate Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural beech veneer Natural, black oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer French granite Black granite Lacquered glass in 14 colors 5 Sideboard W/D/H: 3750/500/740 mm with five drop down doors 6 Sideboard W/D/H: 2250/500/740 mm with one drop down door
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options. Sizes refer to the axel dimension.
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USM Kitos executive office 4 Kitos round table Ă˜ 1100, H 740 mm Transparent glass
1 Mobile pedestal W/D/H: 395/500/605 mm with three A6 drawers 2 Mobile pedestal W/D/H: 395/500/605 mm with one A6 drawer and one A4 drawer 3 Kitos rectangular table L/D/H: 1800/900/700 – 1200 mm Black oak veneer electrical height adjustable Options: Pearl gray laminate Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural beech veneer Natural oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer
Options: Pearl gray laminate Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural beech veneer Natural, black oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer French granite Black granite Lacquered glass in 14 colors 5 Sideboard W/D/H: 3750/500/740 mm with five drop down doors 6 Sideboard W/D/H: 2250/500/740 mm with one drop down door
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options. Sizes refer to the axel dimension.
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USM Haller conference 7 Haller rectangular table L/D/H: 2000/1000 /740 mm Natural beech veneer
1 Display W/H: 950/1920 mm with one shelf, white board, flip chart rail set and castors
Options: Pearl gray laminate Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural, black oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer French granite Transparent glass Black granite Lacquered glass in 14 colors
2 Display W/H: 950/1920 mm with three angled shelves and castors 3 Display W/H: 1856/1885 mm with two angled shelves 4 Media cart W/D/H: 395/500/780 mm with three cable cut-outs and castors 5 Storage unit W/D/H: 1500/350/740 mm with four drop down doors
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options.
6 Storage unit W/D/H: 2250/350/1090 mm with nine drop down doors
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USM Haller conference 7 Haller rectangular table L/D/H: 2000/1000 /740 mm Natural beech veneer
1 Display W/H: 950/1920 mm with one shelf, white board, flip chart rail set and castors
Options: Pearl gray laminate Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural, black oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer French granite Transparent glass Black granite Lacquered glass in 14 colors
2 Display W/H: 950/1920 mm with three angled shelves and castors 3 Display W/H: 1856/1885 mm with two angled shelves 4 Media cart W/D/H: 395/500/780 mm with three cable cut-outs and castors 5 Storage unit W/D/H: 1500/350/740 mm with four drop down doors
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options.
6 Storage unit W/D/H: 2250/350/1090 mm with nine drop down doors
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USM Haller executive office 1 Return W/D/H: 750/500/680 mm with two drawers (1 x with lock), one extension shelf, one extension door and castors 2 Haller rectangular table L/D/H: 2000/1000/740 mm Lacquered glass in 14 colors with flat screen swing arm and CPU holder Options (include accessories): Pearl gray laminate Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural beech veneer Natural, black oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer French granite Black granite Transparent glass 3 Sideboard W/D/H: 2250/350/1090 mm with three drop down doors two Inos box set 4 Shelving W/D/H: 1500/350/1790 mm with two angled shelves and two extension doors
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options. Sizes refer to the axel dimension.
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USM Haller executive office 1 Return W/D/H: 750/500/680 mm with two drawers (1 x with lock), one extension shelf, one extension door and castors 2 Haller rectangular table L/D/H: 2000/1000/740 mm Lacquered glass in 14 colors with flat screen swing arm and CPU holder Options (include accessories): Pearl gray laminate Dark gray laminate Beige, red, black table linoleum Natural beech veneer Natural, black oak veneer Natural birch veneer Natural pear veneer Natural cherry veneer Natural walnut veneer French granite Black granite Transparent glass 3 Sideboard W/D/H: 2250/350/1090 mm with three drop down doors two Inos box set 4 Shelving W/D/H: 1500/350/1790 mm with two angled shelves and two extension doors
See pages 18 to 21 for the standard finish and measurement options. Sizes refer to the axel dimension.
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USM Haller Metal colors
USM Haller Table / USM Kitos Table Surfaces
Pure white RAL 9010
Light gray RAL 7035*
USM matte silver
Mid gray RAL 7005
Pearl gray laminate
Dark gray laminate
Beige table linoleum
Red table linoleum
Anthracite RAL 7016
Graphite black RAL 9011*
Steel blue RAL 5011
Gentian blue RAL 5010
Black table linoleum
Natural beech veneer
Natural oak veneer
Black oak veneer
USM green
Golden yellow RAL 1004
Pure orange RAL 2004
USM ruby red
Black oak veneer
Natural pear veneer
Natural cherry veneer
Natural walnut veneer
USM brown
USM beige
French granite
Black granite
Transparent glass
Lacquered glass Available in 14 standard colors
* USM Inos accessories are available in Graphite black and Light gray.
USM Display Metal colors
Pure white RAL 9010
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Light gray RAL 7035
Anthracite RAL 7016
Graphite black RAL 9011
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USM Haller Metal colors
USM Haller Table / USM Kitos Table Surfaces
Pure white RAL 9010
Light gray RAL 7035*
USM matte silver
Mid gray RAL 7005
Pearl gray laminate
Dark gray laminate
Beige table linoleum
Red table linoleum
Anthracite RAL 7016
Graphite black RAL 9011*
Steel blue RAL 5011
Gentian blue RAL 5010
Black table linoleum
Natural beech veneer
Natural oak veneer
Black oak veneer
USM green
Golden yellow RAL 1004
Pure orange RAL 2004
USM ruby red
Black oak veneer
Natural pear veneer
Natural cherry veneer
Natural walnut veneer
USM brown
USM beige
French granite
Black granite
Transparent glass
Lacquered glass Available in 14 standard colors
* USM Inos accessories are available in Graphite black and Light gray.
USM Display Metal colors
Pure white RAL 9010
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Light gray RAL 7035
Anthracite RAL 7016
Graphite black RAL 9011
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USM Haller Measurements
USM Haller Table / USM Kitos Table Measurements
The standard tube widths, depths and heights are shown. The standard panels are shaded and doors marked. All weight details can be found under the heading “Products” at www.usm.com.
More table sizes and detailed information regarding shapes and height-adjustability can be found at www.usm.com under the “Products” menu. * Height-adjustability available for these tables.
L: 1250 / D: 750 / H: 370
L: 1250 / D: 750 / H: 740*
Ø 900 / H: 450
L: 1500 / D: 750 / H: 740*
H: 100 H: 125
L: 1750 / D: 750 / H: 740*
H: 150
Ø 1100 / H: 740
L: 750 / D: 750 / H: 370
H: 175 H: 200
H: 250
H: 275
L: 1750 / D: 1000 / H: 740*
L: 750 / D: 750 / H: 740
L: 1500 / D: 750 / H: 740*
L: 750 / D: 750 / H: 450*
L: 2000 / D: 1000 / H: 740*
L: 1000 / D: 1000 / H: 370
L: 1750 / D: 750 / H: 740*
L: 900 / D: 750 / H: 740*
L: 3000 / D: 1000 / H: 740
L: 1000 / D: 1000 / H: 740
L: 1800 / D: 900 / H: 740*
L: 900 / D: 900 / H: 740
H: 350
H: 395
H: 500
D: 250 D: 350
H: 750
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W: 100
W: 150
W: 125
W: 175
W: 200
W: 250
W: 275
W: 350
W: 395
W: 500
W: 750
D: 500
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USM Haller Measurements
USM Haller Table / USM Kitos Table Measurements
The standard tube widths, depths and heights are shown. The standard panels are shaded and doors marked. All weight details can be found under the heading “Products” at www.usm.com.
More table sizes and detailed information regarding shapes and height-adjustability can be found at www.usm.com under the “Products” menu. * Height-adjustability available for these tables.
L: 1250 / D: 750 / H: 370
L: 1250 / D: 750 / H: 740*
Ø 900 / H: 450
L: 1500 / D: 750 / H: 740*
H: 100 H: 125
L: 1750 / D: 750 / H: 740*
H: 150
Ø 1100 / H: 740
L: 750 / D: 750 / H: 370
H: 175 H: 200
H: 250
H: 275
L: 1750 / D: 1000 / H: 740*
L: 750 / D: 750 / H: 740
L: 1500 / D: 750 / H: 740*
L: 750 / D: 750 / H: 450*
L: 2000 / D: 1000 / H: 740*
L: 1000 / D: 1000 / H: 370
L: 1750 / D: 750 / H: 740*
L: 900 / D: 750 / H: 740*
L: 3000 / D: 1000 / H: 740
L: 1000 / D: 1000 / H: 740
L: 1800 / D: 900 / H: 740*
L: 900 / D: 900 / H: 740
H: 350
H: 395
H: 500
D: 250 D: 350
H: 750
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W: 100
W: 150
W: 125
W: 175
W: 200
W: 250
W: 275
W: 350
W: 395
W: 500
W: 750
D: 500
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Switzerland: USM U. Schärer Söhne AG Thunstrasse 55 CH-3110 Münsingen Phone +41 31720 72 72 Fax +41 31720 73 40 info@ch.usm.com Germany: USM U. Schärer Söhne GmbH Postfach 1653 D-77806 Bühl Phone +49 72 23 80 94 0 Fax +49 72 23 80 94199 info@de.usm.com
USM and Sustainability The search for ecological solutions prior to economic necessity strongly affects the way we function at USM. During the development stages of USM Modular Furniture, questions surrounding the responsible handling of energy, emissions, raw materials, and production methods play a central role from the very beginning.
France: USM U. Schärer Fils SA Bureaux et showroom Paris 23, rue de Bourgogne F-75007 Paris Phone +33 1 53 59 30 30 Fax +33 1 53 59 30 39 info@fr.usm.com
The useful life expectancy of a product is by far the most important aspect when considering the environment, because it is unavoidable that the energy and resources used for production are closely related to ecological cycles with regard to certain life expectancy. The decisive environmental factor in this is the relationship between the required output during production, disposal and the life expectancy of the product. Therefore, the longer a product remains useful, the less is its negative impact on the environment. The long and useful life of USM Modular Furniture is determined by:
USA: USM U. Schaerer Sons Inc. New York Showroom 28 – 30 Greene Street New York, NY 10013 Phone +1 212 3711230 Fax +1 212 3711251 info@us.usm.com
The quality of the materials A functionally correct selection of the USM materials: Precision steel tubing and shelving; robust, light-fast, solvent-free powdered coatings; exposed structural parts in nearly indestructible high-polished chrome; table surfaces in wood, synthetic resin, glass, and granite which guarantee to minimize wear and tear. The versatility of the system USM Modular Furniture is based on the principal of the open system with a modular assembly. Able to be modified in almost any way desired, it provides a great deal of adaptability to individual needs for organization and design for both the office and home environments. If requirements change due to an altered spatial situation or desires for use, the furniture can be converted or expanded at any time. The components can be re-used in several cycles of use. Each subsequent use increases the utilization of the materials employed.
Japan: USM U. Schaerer Sons K.K. Tokyo Showroom Marunouchi MY PLAZA 1· 2F 2-1-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku Tokyo 100-0005 Phone +81 3 5220 2221 Fax +81 3 5220 2277 info@jp.usm.com
The timelessness of its design “Form follows function” is the concept behind the USM product design. The furniture can be ultimately reduced to a simple, clear solution with a transparent design that reveals the function. By doing away with any form of fashionable trend, a lasting, classic and aesthetic design emerges. Reverse compatibility in product development Changing needs require continual adjustments to the product range. USM structural components are continuously developed to correspond to the latest state of the art. At the same time, both image as well as all of the basic principles are perpetuated consistently. This ensures that each new system piece can be integrated into existing structures. The advantage: Even USM Modular Furniture built at the beginning of the 60’s is being used today, because it is timeless and can easily be adapted to the user’s changing needs time and time again.
All other countries contact USM Switzerland.
The “USM and Sustainability” project was finalized in cooperation with ETHagsZürich. A sustainability document can be downloaded at www.usm.com or ordered directly at info@usm.com.
www.usm.com
Imprint Concept: USM U. Schärer Söhne AG, CH-Münsingen USM U. Schärer Söhne GmbH, D-Bühl P’INC. AG, CH-Langenthal Design / Typesetting: P’INC. AG, CH-Langenthal Photography: Roth und Schmid, CH-Zurich Styling: Katja Rey, CH-Zurich Text: P’INC. AG, CH-Langenthal USM U. Schärer Söhne AG, CH-Münsingen
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Switzerland: USM U. Schärer Söhne AG Thunstrasse 55 CH-3110 Münsingen Phone +41 31720 72 72 Fax +41 31720 73 40 info@ch.usm.com Germany: USM U. Schärer Söhne GmbH Postfach 1653 D-77806 Bühl Phone +49 72 23 80 94 0 Fax +49 72 23 80 94199 info@de.usm.com
USM and Sustainability The search for ecological solutions prior to economic necessity strongly affects the way we function at USM. During the development stages of USM Modular Furniture, questions surrounding the responsible handling of energy, emissions, raw materials, and production methods play a central role from the very beginning.
France: USM U. Schärer Fils SA Bureaux et showroom Paris 23, rue de Bourgogne F-75007 Paris Phone +33 1 53 59 30 30 Fax +33 1 53 59 30 39 info@fr.usm.com
The useful life expectancy of a product is by far the most important aspect when considering the environment, because it is unavoidable that the energy and resources used for production are closely related to ecological cycles with regard to certain life expectancy. The decisive environmental factor in this is the relationship between the required output during production, disposal and the life expectancy of the product. Therefore, the longer a product remains useful, the less is its negative impact on the environment. The long and useful life of USM Modular Furniture is determined by:
USA: USM U. Schaerer Sons Inc. New York Showroom 28 – 30 Greene Street New York, NY 10013 Phone +1 212 3711230 Fax +1 212 3711251 info@us.usm.com
The quality of the materials A functionally correct selection of the USM materials: Precision steel tubing and shelving; robust, light-fast, solvent-free powdered coatings; exposed structural parts in nearly indestructible high-polished chrome; table surfaces in wood, synthetic resin, glass, and granite which guarantee to minimize wear and tear. The versatility of the system USM Modular Furniture is based on the principal of the open system with a modular assembly. Able to be modified in almost any way desired, it provides a great deal of adaptability to individual needs for organization and design for both the office and home environments. If requirements change due to an altered spatial situation or desires for use, the furniture can be converted or expanded at any time. The components can be re-used in several cycles of use. Each subsequent use increases the utilization of the materials employed.
Japan: USM U. Schaerer Sons K.K. Tokyo Showroom Marunouchi MY PLAZA 1· 2F 2-1-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku Tokyo 100-0005 Phone +81 3 5220 2221 Fax +81 3 5220 2277 info@jp.usm.com
The timelessness of its design “Form follows function” is the concept behind the USM product design. The furniture can be ultimately reduced to a simple, clear solution with a transparent design that reveals the function. By doing away with any form of fashionable trend, a lasting, classic and aesthetic design emerges. Reverse compatibility in product development Changing needs require continual adjustments to the product range. USM structural components are continuously developed to correspond to the latest state of the art. At the same time, both image as well as all of the basic principles are perpetuated consistently. This ensures that each new system piece can be integrated into existing structures. The advantage: Even USM Modular Furniture built at the beginning of the 60’s is being used today, because it is timeless and can easily be adapted to the user’s changing needs time and time again.
All other countries contact USM Switzerland.
The “USM and Sustainability” project was finalized in cooperation with ETHagsZürich. A sustainability document can be downloaded at www.usm.com or ordered directly at info@usm.com.
www.usm.com
Imprint Concept: USM U. Schärer Söhne AG, CH-Münsingen USM U. Schärer Söhne GmbH, D-Bühl P’INC. AG, CH-Langenthal Design / Typesetting: P’INC. AG, CH-Langenthal Photography: Roth und Schmid, CH-Zurich Styling: Katja Rey, CH-Zurich Text: P’INC. AG, CH-Langenthal USM U. Schärer Söhne AG, CH-Münsingen
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examples / 1.11 / exp / neutral
examples / 1.11 / exp / neutral
examples
Haller Kitos Display