Single-motor electric sit-stand desk with cable scoop & controls
The Formetiq Alto 1 Single-Motor Electric Height Adjustable Desk makes ergonomic workplace wellness an accessible, reliable reality. Powered by a whisper-quiet electric motor housed within precision 2-stage columns, Alto 1 delivers smooth, effortless height adjustments from 710mm to 1210mm at the press of a button.
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Engineered down to the millimeter for quiet power, rock-solid stability, and effortless ergonomics.
Designed for effortless workplace wellness, Alto 1 features a whisper-quiet motor and smooth 2-stage telescopic columns, allowing seamless transitions between sitting and standing at the touch of a button.
Quiet single motor providing smooth, continuous height adjustment
70 kg maximum dynamic lifting capacity
710–1210 mm height range (500 mm adjustment stroke)
Simple, intuitive 2-button handset mounted flush under desktop
Alto’s integrated sensitive anti-collision system detects obstacles beneath or above the desktop during transit. If contact or resistance is sensed, the motor instantly stops and auto-reverses to prevent damage.
Featuring an uncluttered, responsive push-button interface mounted flush beneath the desktop edge, Alto 1 makes height transitions second nature without complicated menus or distractions.
A precision-cut scalloped rear edge allows flush-to-wall monitor arm clamping and wire routing. Built with heavy-duty cold-rolled steel columns and backed by a 5-year commercial warranty.
Precision-engineered commercial hardware built for ergonomic endurance and long-term reliability.
| Available Dimensions | 120×80 cm / 140×80 cm / 160×80 cm / 180×80 cm |
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| Tabletop Depth | 80 cm commercial standard work depth |
| Board Thickness | 25 mm commercial-grade MFC slab |
| Cable Access | Built-in rear cable scallop cut-out for monitor arms and wire drop |
| Edge Banding | 2 mm impact-resistant ABS protective edge |
| Finish Options | 8 contemporary MFC finishes (White, Oak, Walnut, Concrete, etc.) |
| Environmental | FSC-certified sustainable wood composite core & CARB-P2 compliant |
| Motor Technology | Quiet single electronic motor with synchronized hex drive shaft |
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| Lifting Stroke | 2-stage telescopic steel columns (710 mm – 1210 mm) |
| Max Load Capacity | 70 kg dynamic lifting capacity |
| Lifting Velocity | 25 mm per second smooth elevation |
| Sound Level | < 42 dB whisper-quiet library-safe operation |
| Anti-Collision | Sensitive obstacle detection with automatic reverse |
| Control Handset | Simple intuitive 2-button flush-mount up/down handset |
| Frame Finishes | Heavy-duty powder-coated steel in Black, Grey, and White |
| Safety Standard | CE / UKCA / RoHS Compliant |
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| Commercial Certification | Tested for commercial workplace strength and endurance |
| Warranty | 5-year manufacturer warranty covering frame, motor, and electrical components |
| Weight Rating | 70 kg dynamic working load |
| Estimated Setup Time | 20–30 Minutes |
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| Assembly Difficulty | Easy (Modular 4-step setup) |
| Tools Included | Complete Hex key kit & bolt pack |
| Tools Required | Standard Phillips-head screwdriver |
| Frame Setup | Pre-assembled steel telescopic beam |
| Tabletop Attachment | Pre-drilled threaded metal inserts (no drill needed) |
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