Risers

Ensure you keep up with healthy workplace and computer habits with our range risers. Whether you need risers for laptops, monitors, or printers, Cromwell has something for you from a wide range of well-known brands such as Fellowes®, Q-Connect®, and QMP®.

What are risers?

Risers are an essential part of the desktop workspace, especially now that using computers is essential in the office space. Risers allow the computer monitor or laptop to be raised to a comfortable eye level and can reduce neck and eye strain while in use.

When are risers used?

Risers are used when the computer monitor, or laptop screen isn't at the correct height and therefore can cause strain to the neck from constantly looking down. Good computer and workplace habits indicate that the top of the screen should be at eye level to reduce neck strain and injuries, and risers will be able to raise the computer monitor or the laptop to the correct height.

Considerations when choosing a safety trainer

• Weight capacity - The rated weight capacity of the riser is an important consideration to ensure that the riser can support the weight of the computer monitor or laptop safely.
• Height adjustability - This determines how high the riser will be able to prop up the monitor or laptop. The higher the range, the more versatility available from the riser.
• Type - The type of riser is important to consider as there are some subtle differences between laptop and monitor risers. For example, monitor risers will be flat, but some laptop risers are angles to improve the typing experience.
• Additional Features - Risers come in all shapes and sizes with some of them having features to benefit the user. An example would be additional storage or drawers which can make desk organisation easier.

FAQs

Is a monitor stand worth it?

If you use a monitor or a laptop on a regular basis, a monitor or laptop riser should be highly considered to ensure the screen is at eye level to improve ergonomics and reduce neck and strain. The riser can also help provide more desk space as many have space below the base or even a drawer!

Do laptop stands actually help?

Laptop stands and risers improve the ergonomics of using the laptop my bringing the screen up to eye level. This has the benefits of reducing neck strains by keeping the neck in downward facing positions for long periods of time. It can also help reduce screen glare which can lead to eye strain and headaches from long exposure.