The Carroll Seating Northern Illinois University Dorm Story

Some projects present unique challenges & our installation at Northern Illinois University certainly fit that category. With some creative solutions, though, the term ‘success’ may be an understatement. 

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Specialty Lockers for Police and Fire Personnel – A Quick Guide

Employee lockers are a wonderful way to make certain employees have a secure storage area, but in some professions, they’re more than just a good way to make sure your employees have a bit of personal space. For firefighters and police officers, lockers are a must-have. Before you choose just any set of lockers to outfit a new station or facility, though, there are several things you must keep in mind. 

1. Durability. Keep in mind what will be stored in these lockers. These aren’t junior high textbooks. In most cases, you’re going to see heavy, expensive gear in every single locker, so make sure you’re getting a product that will tackle that gear without a problem.


2. Materials. Along with durability, you want to make certain that the locker you choose is made from materials that will ensure a long life. Go with something that includes heavy-duty construction. Steel is usually a good choice. A powder coat finish may also help. The last thing you want to do is replace lockers like these on a regular basis.


3. Use. Lockers for firefighting gear are likely going to be very different than security lockers for weapons. Don’t think for a moment that there’s a one-size-fits-all solution for police and firefighters. You may even need to go as far as a custom solution depending on the type of locker you need.

First responders need real storage solutions that help them do their jobs effectively and the first off-the-shelf locker you find simply won’t handle that level of reality. Before you outfit a new station or facility, carefully consider your locker options to make certain these heroes get the storage space their jobs demand.

Source: http://www.carrollseating.com/2013/03/12/specialty-lockers-for-police-and-fire-personnel-a-quick-guide/

A Helping Hand in Casework from Carroll Seating

What is casework?
The casework services that Carroll Seating provides can either provide an initial design for the interior of any institution or remodel any institution, no matter how big or small, and no matter whether it’s a school or business. Our designers will consult with you and come to a design amenable to both parties for both aesthetic and economic concerns. Our professionals will then install your design verbatim as planned. 

The Carroll Seating Advantage 
Our employees will remodel either a single room in an institution or multitudes of rooms in an institution. Unlike many other organizations who barely involve the consumer in the planning process, you will be completely involved in planning your remodel or initial interior design. 

Unlike many companies who skimp on seemingly peripheral materials in designs, such as small pieces of wood and plastic, all of our material is manufactured with utmost craftsmanship. You will not need to worry about frivolous expenditures due to small components in our designs breaking intermittently; we completely stand behind all the materials we use, no matter how big or small.

How Else We Help
While we use premium materials in order to make our designs as flawless as possible, we also have friendly and well-informed personnel to assist you with making your design look exactly as you envision it.  

Our professionals will assist in every step, ensuring you are not lost at any point along the way to your design coming to life. They will determine the most ergonomically sound design of a combination of our premium furnishing in order to give you the best product for the best price.

For Many Situations
Our professionals can assist you in designs for an array of different physical environments. More specifically, we can assist you with casework in any of the following categories (and possibly more – please ask): laboratory, healthcare, and educational. Additionally, we offer high quality architectural wood working services. 

In short, our company can assist you in any size furnishing for almost any situation. Unlike your experience would be with most other companies, we offer you the best service and products in the industry. Don’t be left behind by another corporation; try our personal service and attain ultimate satisfaction, whether you need just one room redesigned, or an entire floor redesigned!

Source: http://www.carrollseating.com/2013/02/19/a-helping-hand-in-casework-from-carroll-seating/

Wood & Wood Products February 2013 Digital Edition

View a digital edition of Wood & Wood Products' February 2013 issue featuring Ro-Bois-Tic, North America's first lights-out woodworking factory, State of the Industry Reports on cabinets, residential furniture, office furniture, architectural woodwork, store fixtures, components and panels, plus a roundup of cutting tools.

Source: http://www.woodworkingnetwork.com/articles/Wood--Wood-Products-February-2013-Digital-Edition-190252831.html

Lockers: How to Optimize the Acquisition

So, you know that your company or school will need lockers, but have you considered many seemingly nitpicking variables such as exact locker dimensions, minimum level of locker security required by the surrounding environment, and minimum durability required for your purposes? Luckily, Carroll Seating has specialists waiting to assist you in making the best possible decision for your company in regards to all of these factors and many more!

The Process
First, our professionals will assist you in attaining an idea of exactly what dimensions each locker will have to be. Then, they will assist you in picking out colors that match the aesthetics of the lockers’ potential surroundings. Using casework skills, they will help ensure you get the most spacious and durable lockers for the best price possible, assisting you in keeping within the allotted budget. 

Customization
Perhaps one of the most unique features you may take advantage of when purchasing lockers from our company is the large latitude you are given for customization of the lockers for your budget, aesthetics, or both. For example, you will first have the choice of purchasing a group of new lockers, or a group of used lockers (which are still always pre-certified by us before selling). 

Once you have made that primary decision, you will be allowed to choose the type and weight of the metal used to initially construct the locker. Additionally, you will have a say in the color, lock type, and general dimensions. These will all be compared with the initial casework done in order to ensure that it will all fit both physically and with the surroundings.

Immense Catalog
While Carroll Seating offers friendly, fast, and accurate services and high quality, premium furnishing, it also offers a much larger catalog of lockers to choose from than most of its competitors. While most competitors only offer very limited sizes, colors, types, lock security, and additional small factors that may play an important role in your environment, Carroll Seating’s mission is to provide you with exactly what you would like to have in your locker arrangement.

Finally, if you need to install lockers, please contact us by phone or email before making any large decisions. The last thing you want to do is rush a decision without knowing many factors and then being disappointed in a mediocre result. With us, you are guaranteed to have each factor done the way you want it done!

Source: http://www.carrollseating.com/2013/02/05/lockers-how-to-optimize-the-acquisition/

Steady Course for Architectural Woodworking Business in 2013

Architectural woodworking sales should “mimic” those of 2012, “with a bit of optimism that prices will go up a bit,” said Matt Lundahl, immediate past president of the Architectural Woodwork Institute.

Source: http://www.woodworkingnetwork.com/articles/Steady-Course-for-Architectural-Woodworking-Business-in-2013-189846121.html

Why Carroll Seating Company is Widely Reputed

When Carroll Seating Company first began it was literally a basement operation: in 1952, Patrick Carroll, Sr., began to sell church pews from his basement. As the populous grew to admire his service, his business branched out to private schools. Subsequently, his furniture eventually diffused to public schools in the surrounding area.

However, eventually a basement was too small to accommodate the amount of work requests Mr. Carroll was fulfilling. Finally, he purchased an office in Chicago, Illinois on Hermitage Ave, and the business ran out of this office for a whopping fifty-one years. While the business was still growing strong, Patrick Carroll, Sr. passed away in 1975. Several years after his passing while under the leadership of another salesman his son, Patrick Carroll Jr., stepped up as President in 1997 and the headquarters were moved to Elk Grove, Illinois.

However, the business did and still does remain a multi-city operation, as the office in Elk Grove was retained and is still utilized. Michael Carroll brought the company’s legacy over to Kansas City, Missouri. With such a large presence on the symbolic landscape, the company rapidly gained more and more trust and reputation as more and more positive transactions went on through the years.

Now, there is no doubt about the reputation of Carroll Seating Company, seeing as it has served over 1500 organizations in five states: Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, and Iowa. Additionally, Carroll Seating Company is currently a conglomerate of many specialized, institutional furnishing lines for many purposes that serve the public good. The company successfully manages over $29 million in sales every year.

Due to such an illustrious history, Carroll Seating Company is indeed a trusted furnishing and installation company. The company has proven itself competent in multiple fields, as it has many successful lines such as Hussey Seating Company, Debourgh Manufacturering, Case Syemts James Town Metal Products, Performance Sports Systems, and many more contained within it.

As it has acquired more and more capital in the years, the company has invested wisely in more workers in widely varying fields to guarantee the best service possible such as in house estimators, project managers, administrative staff and a full facility service and repair team.

Family owned since it’s very founding, and it has gradually established permanent roots over the decades.

All of this goes to show the undying dedication the Carroll Seating Company has for consumer satisfaction. Whether it is a single chair, or a remodeling of an entire institution, Carroll Seating Company not only desires to help every customer to the fullest extent possible, but has also put out the capital to ensure that every consumer can be helped to the largest extent possible. Through such dedication very naturally comes trust from both returning and new clients.

Source: http://www.carrollseating.com/2013/01/30/why-carroll-seating-company-is-widely-reputed/

Avoid Healthcare Setting Inspection Violations with Proper Seating

Caregivers, and those who assist and support the caregivers in hospitals and healthcare institutions (facilities departments and engineering departments), are under constant pressure from regulators to create the optimum safe environment for both patient and staff.  A facility’s choice in seating is no different, and believe it or not, a healthcare facility might easily get cited for choosing the wrong seating.  This was the topic of an actual conversation a member of our sales team had with a long-time client who is a director of a major medical center in the Chicagoland area.

Healthcare inspectors are concerned with clutter in hospital hallways and other areas that must be kept accessible to fire alarms, medical gas alarms, emergency shut-off valves, and patient hook-ups in case of emergency and for the safety of caregivers and patients. 

Violations by the accrediting agency (like The Joint Commission, for instance) or the AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) [a state or local department of health]) can be issued for one small oversight, often because NFPA and the “Environment of Care” (in the case of TJC) can be interpreted differently. 

There has been a focus on reducing obstacles to these critical areas of care in healthcare institutions.  A major concern is chairs used by hospital staff. Our line of Clarin by Hussey fixed seating offers a great solution to this regulation. Anchored to the floor, our nurse’s station, will not interfere with those critical areas, or other staff performing their duties.

Is it comfortable?
ABSOLUTELY!  Clarin offers a variety of seats, backs, adjustable swivels to make it even more comfortable than any standard office chair you may purchase.  It comes in a variety of colors, and will accommodate almost any individual’s size. 

Is it durable?
You bet.  Clarin has one of the most extensive warranties in the industry with 12 years on structural components and 5 years on moving components. 

Is it versatile?
Of course!  You can design your chairs any way you like by picking the way it’s anchored, how much mobility you require, the colors and types of surfaces you prefer.  There are endless varieties of plastic, upholstery, and fabric options to integrate fully in to your space, while still maintaining a high morale among staff for its comfort and versatility.

Is it expensive?
The longevity and durability of this seating will outlast a typical desk chair.  They are built for 24/7 use, and once installed, you won’t have to worry about it again.  However, if there’s some change or adjustment you like, Carroll Seating Company will always be there to service you.  That’s part of the trick of being in business for 63 years.

Source: http://www.carrollseating.com/2013/01/22/avoid-healthcare-setting-inspection-violations-with-proper-seating/

Fill Up That Auditorium – with Seating!

A Full House Needs Seats  
Any auditorium owner will tell you that there is nothing as satisfying than seeing a room full of comfortable audience members enjoying a show.  They laugh or they gasp, all in the security of a well-cushioned seat.  If you plan on building an auditorium or you want to do some major renovations, auditorium seating is one of the most important factors that you should take into consideration.  The right seating can do everything from help set the style of the room to make people want to come back again and again.   

Stunning Seating   
Seating is available in all sorts of designs and with plenty of options and upscales.  It’s all about providing your visitors with ergonomic comfort and things that make them excited to be there.  The right company isn’t afraid to customize.  In fact, you should look into choosing a company that welcomes customization such as integrating row lighting, cup holders or custom end standards.  

Welcome to the Show  
Just imagine how your auditorium will look with finished seating.  From fifty to several hundred seats, there is no job too large or small for Carroll Seating Company.  Each one will demand attention to detail and the right kind of effort to get you exactly what you’re looking for.  Getting seating right the first time is important to making sure that your auditorium is exactly how you envisioned.  The next step is to fill it up and watch as everyone sinks down into their comfortable seats with absolute satisfaction.

Source: http://www.carrollseating.com/2013/01/15/fill-up-that-auditorium-with-seating/

Library Furniture Can Give Your Library New Life

No One Likes Old Furniture  
An older library may have furniture from the time when it was first built.  Over time, chairs become ratty, tables become rickety, and chairs grow uncomfortable.  It may also be that the library has grown and now these old pieces simply aren’t enough to accommodate for the current amount of traffic that comes and goes throughout the library during the day.  There are a lot of different things that might happen to your library over the years to merit new furniture.   

Perhaps your library is being renovated, or you just received a grant that allows you to update your library in every capacity.  Libraries are the perfect places for people to relax, read, study, and discuss things (quietly, of course).  Isn’t it time that the library was made better for everybody?  

Beautiful Choices  
Library furniture has a wide range which allows you to get almost anything you like.  Even better?  Though you may primarily be in need of chairs and tables, you may also want to stop and consider new shelving units as well as library desks for librarians to work at.  There are all sorts of fantastic pieces that can work wonders in your library not just in comfort but in style and functionality as well!   

The right additions to your library can really transform it as well.  Your library may go from being the place people simply check out books and leave to the place where students want to hang out and study after school.  Chic designs that allow them to collaborate can put their minds at ease and really invite them in.  Furniture can also entice people to stay longer and enjoy all that the library has to offer.  Improved bookcases might give you the additional space you need to add in more books, something that every library can use!  

Help With Your Furniture  
When you contact Carroll Seating Company, you aren’t just calling someone to get furniture.  We will help you through every step of the way, from choosing the right library furniture for your space to installing it in the best locations to helping you with financing.  We want your library to look just as fantastic as you hoped and will do everything to make that dream a reality.  There are plenty of options to choose from, so be sure to take your time when you peruse the catalog.  We’ve been there for libraries for the last six decades – we’d love to work with you on yours.

Source: http://www.carrollseating.com/2013/01/08/library-furniture-can-give-your-library-new-life/

Casework Can Provide the Finishing Touch

Improving Your Workspace  
Where you work can affect how you feel throughout the day.  You may love your job, yet your surroundings may not make you feel at your best.  Everything from old furnishings to no furnishings at all can make you wish something would change.  But what can be done?  

Things can change.  It doesn’t matter if you work at a laboratory or a school.  Casework and architectural woodworking can really transform a room into something fresh and new.  It can change your whole outlook on your workplace and make you excited to come into work each day.  

What Can Be Done  
Depending upon where you work there are a variety of things that can be done in order to improve it.  Work in a school?  Educational casework can be installed for classrooms, libraries, administrative offices, and staff rooms.  Storage areas give you the extra space you need for all sorts of items whether they’re for classroom use or staff use.  Or perhaps you need casework for a laboratory.  We know that they need to be sleek and functional for your use.  That’s not a problem at all.  In fact, you can choose from all sorts of different styles in order to find one that will suit your workplace and provide you with the best in efficiency.  Customization is never a problem either.   

Maybe your line of work is in a medical field.  Maybe you need workstations for your nurses.  Perhaps examination rooms need various shelving and cabinetry.  All of these can be provided when you work with our knowledgeable staff to discover affordable pricing and designs that you want.  

Even More Choices  
Not only can you choose the design, but you can also decide what type of materials you want your casework to be crafted from.  Architectural casework can be made from various materials that include wood, metal, plastic laminate composites, and more.  You can choose what you want and what you want these materials to create.  They can be everything from the cabinets to the work stations.  Let us know what you want and we will do everything in our power to create it.   

Our staff is ready to assist you in every way possible.  We have been working with many clients over the years to provide them with stunning casework, and we are serious about providing the best products as well as customer service.  Discover how we can make your workplace even better by contacting us today.

Source: http://www.carrollseating.com/2013/01/03/casework-can-provide-the-finishing-touch/

What a Quality Seating Company Can Do for You

High Quality Seating and More  
Seating can be very important, just as other components can make a huge difference in how you view your workplace.  Everything from casework in a medical setting to bleachers in a school can all transform those places from dull and everyday to strong and vibrant.  Renovating an area to include brand new seating means finding comfortable and stylish seats.  In any case, when you can customize what the seats, bleachers, and much more look like, then you are on the right track.   

A seating company should be able to do all these things for you and still provide you with even more.  Choosing the right seating company can make all the difference in the world when it comes to choosing, ordering, installing, and affording the things you need for your location.  Knowledgeable staff that can provide you with the information you need as well as give you additional ideas are a key component to getting things done right the first time.  Take some time to do your research on seating companies and find out what they are capable of, what they can offer you, and how long they have been in business.  The longer they have been doing what they do and the more distinguished their client list is, the more confident you can be about choosing them for the job.   

Additional Help  
A seating company shouldn’t just be about seats, and nor should it just be about providing you with them.  A high quality seating company brings in a staff that knows the business inside and out.  It will seek out relations and partnerships with other providers as well as financial institutions in order to help you get your projects off the ground should you need assistance.  There is a process involved when it comes to installing seating, bleachers, casework, and other large furnishings into any area.  Working with staff can help you decide which pieces would work best in a space, and if you have any customization ideas that shouldn’t be a problem either.   

All these connections with providers and institutions can give you an edge that you may not have had otherwise.  This sort of help can really make the difference on whether or not you are finally able to put in telescopic bleachers into your gymnasium or brand new tables in your library.  

The Best in Customer Service  
Carroll Seating Company wants to be your first choice.  That’s why we work so hard to please each and every client.  From start to finish we are there to help.  This includes having service and repair technicians for all of our products.  After doing all the work, why simply abandon any client?  We make sure to keep in touch with you long after the installation is finished to ensure that the product works smoothly, looks great, and fulfills your expectations.   

For decades we have serviced many locations, from schools to medical facilities, and fully understand the industry in order to bring in the best products and the best services.  Discover what makes us the right choice by contacting us today for a quote or for general information.

Source: www.carrollseating.com