Plastic task chair KARMAN®

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Overview
Karman is a mesh office chair engineered to deliver ergonomic support, responsive movement and broad aesthetic options. It combines a proprietary Intermix performance textile, an ultra-light frame and a patented hybrid suspension seat with integrated cushioning for prolonged comfort.

Key Comfort & Performance Features

• LiveBack® technology balances body weight and supports the spine for adaptive back fit.
• Organic Movement — weight-activated mechanism that responds to body movement in all directions.
• PATENTED hybrid suspension seat with integrated cushioning for long-duration comfort.
• Comfort Edge — flexible, ultra-light frame reduces hard edges and pressure points on legs and body.
• Comfort Dial — four recline positions with adjustable recline resistance.
• 4D arm options — fully adjustable armrests for natural arm and shoulder positioning (optional).
• Optional lumbar support and high-back version with adjustable neck support pillow.

Materials & Aesthetics
Intermix is the exclusive performance textile for Karman, offering translucent, opaque and color-shifting weave options. Multiple Intermix colors and LUX finishes enable aesthetic configurations from monochrome to residential luxury.

Sustainability
Karman is designed with reduced components and materials to minimize weight and environmental impact (some variants ~13 kg / ~29 lb). Recent improvements include lower carbon footprint and increased recycled content. CarbonNeutral® product certification is available and Steelcase supports end-of-life reuse, repair and recycling programs.

Available Configurations

• Standard back chair
• High-back chair with adjustable neck support pillow
• Standard back stool and Intermix stool variants
• Arm options: 4D arms or armless
• Base options: casters (multiple types) or glides; polished aluminum base available
• Optional lumbar support

Certifications & Warranty

• Certifications: SCS Indoor Advantage™ Gold (selected variants)
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime (regional terms may vary)

Technical specifications (examples)

• Typical product weight: ~13 kg (≈29 lb) depending on variant
• Seat height, overall height and weight vary by model (examples: Standard Chair, High Back, Stools)
• Model family: Karman (Intermix variants and finish options)
• Base and finish options: Steelcase standard plastic/paint, LUX finishes, polished aluminum