Mining Control Room Furniture: Ergonomic Consoles Built for 24/7 Operations

Installation no. 27647

About the client, a mining and materials group

The client is a mining and materials group with a legacy spanning more than a few decades. This organization operates at a large industrial scale and manages multiple extraction, processing, and transformation facilities. With thousands of employees the company is recognized for its technical rigor, operational discipline, and long-term infrastructure mindset. To keep empowering their operators they decided to build a state-of-the-art mining operations center using our specialized furniture.

About the project, modernizing a legacy mining operations

The client set out to modernize one of their legacy mining operations center with new equipment both outside and inside the control room. For this rehaul they required specialized furniture that could handle their 24/7 operations.

The project was driven by a clear set of operational pain points common to high‑pressure control room environments: operator discomfort over long shifts, cluttered and vulnerable IT infrastructure, and cable chaos that made maintenance risky and time‑consuming.

The client needed furniture that could adapt to every user, not force users to adapt to it—hence fully height‑adjustable worksurfaces supporting everyone from the 5th percentile to the 95th, with seamless sit‑stand capability at the push of an electronic keypad. Comfort was non‑negotiable, leading to smooth, ergonomic edge profiles that eliminate forearm pressure, while performance demanded robust, accessible CPU storage integrated directly into the console.

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Equally critical was bringing order to complexity: a dedicated wall structure and multi‑layered raceway system separates power, data, and video from source to screen, protects cables even while in motion, and keeps everything organized, serviceable, and safe. Add to that tool‑less removable aesthetic panels, precision levellers, support for both standard and ultra‑wide monitors on articulated arms, ample worksurface space for peripherals, and thoughtfully placed grommets, power bars, and retractable outlets—and the result is furniture that doesn’t just hold technology, but removes friction from daily operations and lets operators focus on decisions that matter.

About the solution, Why the Client Chose the FOCUS Control Room Console System

To support a demanding, always‑on operations environment, the client selected our FOCUS EHAT control room console system—a platform purpose‑built for performance, adaptability, and long‑term reliability. FOCUS is designed around the operator, starting with electronically height‑adjustable worksurfaces that accommodate everyone from the 5th percentile to the 95th percentile and enable seamless sit‑stand operation throughout long shifts.

Comfort is engineered in, with smooth, pressure‑free edge detailing and generous work surface depth to support peripherals, accessories, and articulated monitor arms—whether mounting standard 24‑inch displays or ultra‑wide 49‑inch curved monitors that move in sync with the adjustable surface.

Beneath the surface, integrated CPU storage keeps critical IT equipment protected yet easily accessible, while power bars, grommets, retractable outlet monuments, and dedicated raceways ensure clean, logical cable routing. What truly sets FOCUS apart is its end‑to‑end cable management architecture: a structural wall system connects consoles directly to video sources, separating power, data, and video into protected pathways, maintaining signal integrity, simplifying maintenance, and keeping everything organized—even while components are in motion.

Finished with tool‑less removable panels, precision levellers, and robust cable protection, the FOCUS system delivers a console solution that looks calm on the surface while expertly managing complexity behind the scenes—exactly what a mission‑critical control room demands.

About the result: Integrated Design for a Next‑Generation Control Room

The FOCUS control room consoles were integrated into the space as a back‑to‑back configuration, with two smaller consoles positioned adjacent to a larger central console on each side, creating two parallel rows of three. All consoles are anchored to a shared structural wall system that acts as both an architectural backbone and a technical lifeline—routing every power, data, and video cable away from the workstations, down into a service pole, and up through the ceiling infrastructure. The result is a room that feels calm and intentional on the surface, while quietly managing high levels of technical complexity behind the scenes.

Positioned at the center of the room, the wall system also serves as a functional visual divider, reducing distractions between opposing operators without isolating teams. Operators maintain clear communication with colleagues seated beside them, while remaining shielded from unnecessary movement directly across from them—a critical balance in an environment that demands sustained focus over long shifts. Each console features height‑adjustable worksurfaces ranging from 26 to 51 inches, paired with a wall system rising to approximately 70 inches tall. While the consoles can align to form a continuous, seamless surface, real‑world use tells a more human story: operators personalize their stations, adjusting surface heights, monitor positions, and reach zones to match individual preferences and physical needs.

Humanscale Mflex M2.1 monitor arms.

This flexibility extends to the visual layer of the system. Monitors—mounted on heavy‑duty articulated arms by Humanscale—can be individually adjusted for height, tilt, and depth, moving in perfect synchronization with the height‑adjustable worksurfaces. Whether supporting standard displays or large curved monitors, each setup reflects the specific role that workstation plays in the broader mining operations workflow. Beneath and within the consoles, IT equipment is protected yet accessible, cable pathways remain organized and separated, and finishes can be removed without tools for rapid maintenance.

Together, these elements create more than a control room—they create an operator‑centric environment designed to protect both people and equipment. The FOCUS system enables long‑hour performance without fatigue, supports evolving technologies without disruption, and delivers a state‑of‑the‑art workspace where operators can stay comfortable, alert, and fully in control. In a space where decisions carry real consequences, the furniture doesn’t just support the operation—it empowers it.

Take the Next Step with the FOCUS Control Room System

Ready to see how FOCUS can transform your control room? Download the FOCUS System brochure to explore the full range of features, configurations, and technical details behind our operator‑centric control room consoles—designed for performance, comfort, and long‑term reliability in mission‑critical environments. If you’re planning a new control room or upgrading an existing one, our team is here to help. Contact us through our standard contact form to start a conversation about your project and discover how FOCUS can be tailored to your operational needs.