The History of the StableRise
From custom solution for one to custom solution for all
From Concept to Reality
The StableRise was developed by a leading manufacturer of innovative workplace ergonomic solutions at the request of Dartmouth Hitchcock, a top medical facility in New Hampshire. The medical facility wanted electronic medical records (EMR) workstations for their new Medical Office Building.
The Medical Office Building consisted of 192 exam rooms which were to use a wall-track EMR system that had been a very popular, standard product at the time.
However, 26 of the exam rooms required an EMR workstation that would fit underneath a window and required a custom solution.
The company was able to develop a product that met with such overwhelming approval by the hospital’s stakeholders that they decided to incorporate the product into all 192 exam rooms.
2015 Customer Testimonials on the Original StableRise Design
StableRise Goes "On the Road"
The new product was taken “on the road” to show additional local clients and dealers. Sales were good but suggestions for improvement were also provided and we responded with improvements for our clients.
2013 – Rather than mounting the unit on the floor, could we build a shorter column that would mount off the floor so you could clean under it.
2014 – Antimicrobial tops introduced.
2014 – Using the shortened column design, the LifeDesk® Leg Accessory was introduced to transform any fixed height desk into a sit-stand workstation simply by replacing the existing legs or supports. The LifeDesk® product provided the widest height range available exceeding ANSI BIFMA standards and correctly fitting (ergonomically) 99.8% of the working population – individuals 4’10” sitting and 6’7” standing.
2015 – The feedback was that the StableRise® unit would be even better if a surface could be provided that swiveled out when in use and could easily swivel back when not in use or in an emergency. This presented a very large challenge, as there needed to be enough support to withstand the pressure of someone pressing down on the surface and the monitor arm attached to it as it swiveled. The pull and swivel mechanisms were finally introduced after multiple failed attempts in design.
2016 – Monitor Arm bracket redesigned and reinforced to support up to 2 monitor arms and take arms off the worksurface
2017 – Additional monitor arm and wire management were added to the unit to deliver a better look and feel. At no additional charge.
2018 – A square shroud is introduced for wire management, also at no additional charge.
2019 – Heavy mobile base designed to create a cart version of StableRise
2019 – Rounded shroud designed to replace the square shroud with something more aesthetically pleasing per the interior designers
2021 – Kydex tops deemed too limiting for production and color options. Top finish options moved to include powder coat over MDF, laminate, and 3D thermofoil
2023 – Customer request for larger-scale custom top sizes and shapes. Added a new mounting bracket to support these larger surfaces.
2024 – Initial experimentation with mobile showroom to do in-person demos across the country.
2024 – Rechargeable battery pack option demonstrated for mobile cart.
2025 – Customer request for a larger hinged shroud to store IT and ease access versus the existing rounded shroud, multiple design attempts /prototypes.
2025 – Customer request for an accessory shelf to support a local printer. Multiple system peripherals can now be supported with the shelf.
2026 – Shroud design finalized and put into production. A mesh grate to be used as a new shroud floor was developed per customer request.
New! Hinged Shroud Option:
Larger storage area and lockable
In late 2024, a customer request for a larger storage area with easier access to the IT led to our most recent option: a hinged shroud. With 20% more volume, its large enough to hide outlets, support a surge protector, and store a thin client. A mesh floor for airflow, dual cordage ports with a cover plate, and locking capability, the new shroud helps create a more functional and cleaner-looking exam room workstation.
StableRise Models
Pull and Swivel
Our flagship model has a proprietary pull-and-swivel design. The patented arm swings out to allow patient-facing interaction. Then tucks away when not in use.
Shark Fin Top
(Fixed Surface)
Perfect for tight spaces and tight budgets. The Shark Fin was specifically designed to create more room for wheelchair access when space is at a premium.
Rectangle Top
(Fixed Surface)
True sit-stand capabilities for tight spaces and areas with challenging mounting options. Great for locations where the staff needs a charting desk but won’t have any patient interaction.
Custom Shape Top
(Non-rotating)
Make your unique spaces where expensive custom casework would typically be utilized into functional sit stand workstations. Perfect for nursing alcoves and touch down stations.
Mobile Cart
Ideal for larger exam rooms. Wheels out next to the procedure table for convenient access to instruments and supplies. Rolls out of your way when not in use.
