Details Worktools making work easier.

History:

One of the things I never truly understood until now is how ineffective desk drawers are. Think about it, need a pen open a drawer. Need a paper clip open a drawer, need a binder turn around and open the overhead bin. Now, how much time do you think you could save by having it always in arms reach? If your supervisor or company are anything like some I've seen, they have strict clean desk policies; this just adds to the problem.

Yesterday I wrote about the Walkstation by Details and I mentioned that there were some other products I also tried out. One of the major add on components for the Walkstation are the Worktools by Details. The Worktools are a stand alone product, not just limited to use on the Walkstation. The Worktools were created to help make your desk organization functional while freeing up that useful highly coveted horizontal work space.

The Worktools utilize either a raised rail or slat panels to lift items off your desk and make use of that vertical space between the desktop and the ceiling. They have easily 30 different items to help organize your space from phone caddies, to pen cups; file holders, to cable management; they have the right tools to help make you space more user friendly.

My Thoughts:

This is a product line that has been out for close to 10 years, but not many people know about it. I tried out a set of tools connected to the Sit-to-Walkstation, and was amazed at the flexibility it offered. You can choose between three mounting options, on the wall, in a cubicle panel, or desk mounted. Once the mounting system is chosen the slatwall attaches and you're ready to experiment with different pieces. There are not any grab and go kit for this product, the slatwall is sold in 6" increments starting at 24". The organizational tools are sold separately so you can keep expanding them as your office or needs grow. I definitely recommend the personal shelf it is great to use as a charging station for your iPod or cell phone. The double square dishes are nice too for paper clips and rubber bands. Details also has monitor arms that connect to the slats for opening even more space.

Pros to owning this:

• more open desk space
• office and desk organization
• expandable
• multiple finishes
• recyclable
• Easy to use accessories

Cons to owning this:

• Installation of slatwall can get a little tricky for wall mounting
• Initial cost of investment

Overall Assessment:

This is a good product a must buy for people tight on office space. Easy utilization of vertical space without having to make tons of holes and hoping they won't pull off the wall. The Organizational Worktools are versatile allowing for reconfiguration as your needs change.

Looks: B

Quality: A

Manufacturer: A

Value: A