How the Office Chair Mechanisms Adjust

Back Angle – Back angle adjusts forward and rearward. Some chairs lock in an infinite number of positions

Back Height – Back height adjusts up and down and locks in various positions

Seat Angle – Seat angle adjusts independently of the backrest using a single lever

Seat Depth – ​The backrest can be moved in and out to allow additional seat depth

Seat Height – Seat height can be increased or decreased with either a pneumatic or manual adjustment

Forward Tilt – A 6 degree forward seat tilt is available if desired or it can be locked out

Multi-Tilt – Seat and back tilt simultaneously at the same ratio. Multi-tilt action can be locked out in an infinite number of positions

Knee-Tilt – Seat and back tilt simultaneously at the same ratio from a pivot point under the front of the seat. Knee-tilt action can be locked in an infinite number of positions

Synchro-Tilt – Seat and back tilt at a two to one ratio. Synchro-tilt action can be locked in an infinite number of positions

Tilt-Control – Seat and back tilt simultaneously at the same ratio. A tilt-lock control is available on some models

Tilt-Tension – Degree of tilt tension can be increased or decreased

Swivel – 360 degree swivel only. Chair does not tilt. Fixed height chairs do not tilt