BUNACO originated in Aomori, Japan in 1956. Bunaco use the beech trees of Aomori Prefecture, which boasts the greatest number of beech trees in Japan. The production of Bunaco is innovative and unprecedented in the world.
How Bunaco is made:
Making Thin Boards of Beech Tree. Domestically-grown beech tree sections are cut into thin boards, approximately 2meters long by 1mm thick.
Making Strips out of the Boards. The thin boards are processed into tape-like strips, approx.1cm wide.
Rolled-up. The strips are rolled up into a coil, which requires the skill of a proficient craftsperson.
Forming. The flat coiled board, now similar to a Baumukuchen Torte, is shaped into a container.
Finishing.Using exclusive methods, the gluing and coating are done.
As illustrated above, Bunaco uses paper thin sheets of virgin beech wood, cut into strips and tightly coiled around a base. Bowls are then pushed and pulled by hand to make a solid body. This simple technique permits stunning shapes that are impossible to achieve in other woods. And the environmentally-friendly technique produces no wood waste.
Herman Miller's 3D Intelligent back material is a seating technology designed for the SAYL™ Chair. The 3-dimensional mesh-like suspension material is stretched from the Y-Tower at the back of the chair just as cables are stretched from the towers of a suspension bridge. The tension is greater in the transition areas, from the thoracic to the lumbar regions and between the lumbar area and sacrum. "Hinge points" allow these areas to flex and support the healthy, forward rotation of the pelvis. At the same time, less tension in other parts of the back encourages a full range of seated movement.
Y-Tower
Y-Tower is the primary support structure of Herman Miller's SAYL™ Chair. The Y-Tower retains tension, replacing the traditional frame of task chairs. It works like the towers from which a bridge is suspended and combines with a 3D Intelligent suspension material to provide frameless back support that hugs the user's back from resting through reclining, forward leaning and twisting motions.
Eco Friendly
Eco Friendly items utilize energy efficient technology or sustainable manufacturing processes to provide a product that saves operating costs while being a more responsible environmental choice.
Eco Friendly products include Compact Fluorescent light bulbs, LED light bulbs, and items that utilize sustainable materials such as bamboo or use post consumer recycled content.
Threshold Delivery
Threshold Delivery service includes inside delivery, unpacking and removing cartons and crates. Product assembly (if required) is not offered with this service.
Curbside Delivery
Standard Delivery is curbside. White glove delivery is available at a premium and must be requested at the time of order placement. Please contact our Sales Department for rates.
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