Furniture for control rooms, CSSDs and laboratories: how to choose the ideal one for your operation.

Choosing the right furniture for a control roomA Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD) or a laboratory goes far beyond aesthetics or price. These environments require technical solutions that integrate ergonomics, durability, safety, and compliance with stringent standards.

In this guide, you will learn the essential criteria for making the right decision, and discover why Ellan is a national leader in this segment.

Speak to a specialist and discover the ideal solution for your operation.

Why can’t technical furniture be treated like regular furniture?

In a control room, operators spend hours monitoring screens, making critical decisions, and recording information. In a Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD), the traceability of surgical instruments is a matter of safety. In a laboratory, the stability of a workbench can directly affect the results of an analysis.

Standard furniture is not designed to meet these requirements. It may:

• It can cause eye strain and postural pain.
• To make organization and traceability difficult.
• Not suitable for sensitive or heavy equipment.
• Failure to comply with health and safety regulations in the workplace.

Ellan designs custom-made technical furniture for environments where mistakes are not an option.

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Essential criteria for choosing the ideal furniture.

1. Ergonomics for long workdays

Control room operators often work 8- to 12-hour shifts. A lack of proper ergonomics leads to fatigue, pain, operational errors, and absences.

Or that Ellan gives:

• Consoles with electric and manual height adjustment.
• Monitor stands with tilt and rotation adjustment.
• Forearm support and wrist rest.
• Ideal distance between the eyes and the screens (50–70 cm).

Read the real-life case study of Smart Sampa — ergonomic consoles with electric adjustment and support for multiple monitors in the monitoring center of the São Paulo City Hall.

2. Integration with equipment and technology

The furniture needs to “communicate” with the equipment that supports it. Loose cables, lack of electrical wiring, and unstable surfaces compromise operation.

Or that Ellan gives:

• Organized and secure internal cable routing.
• Structures prepared for video walls and multiple screens.
• Workbenches with stability for sensitive equipment (scales, microscopes).
• Chemical-resistant finishes (for laboratories).

3. Organization with traceability

In Central Sterile Supply Departments (CSSDs) and laboratories, each instrument, reagent, or sample needs to have its designated location. Lack of organization leads to errors, losses, and safety risks.

Or that Ellan gives:

• Modular systems that adapt to your needs..
• Drawers and trays with dividers.
• Countertops with surfaces that are easy to clean.
• Layout that respects workflow: dirty area, clean area, and sterile area.

4. Compliance with industry standards

Technical furniture needs to meet the specific requirements of each sector.

Applicable standards:

• NR-17: Ergonomics
• ISO 11064: Design of control centers

Ellan designs each solution in accordance with the standards applicable to its segment.

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Invest in what truly makes a difference to your operation.

Setting up an efficient control room, CSSD, or laboratory is not just about choosing furniture; it’s about creating a safe, functional, and productive environment that respects those who operate it and industry standards.

Ellan combines engineering, ergonomic design, and experience in complex projects to deliver complete, customized solutions.

Speak to an Ellan specialist and discover how we can transform your operation..