5 Tips for Evaluating a Technical Furniture Warranty

Posted by Ken Carson on Jan 18, 2021 9:17:38 AM

 

 

 

When I think of warranties, I think of health insurance. I’m not going to read the coverage because I don’t know what half of it means and I think (hope) nothing will happen. As a result, I don’t really know what’s covered until something happens. (Hello, Achilles tendon.) And then I have no idea what it will cost me. (Please don’t tear, Achilles. I hear you’re worth $6K. No idea on the out-of-pocket.)

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Topics: Warranty, Features, Pricing, Pre-Planning

How to Save more than 30% on Your Control Center Consoles

Posted by Ken Carson on Nov 6, 2020 8:46:09 AM

 

 

“You get what you pay for” usually means that if something is inexpensive, it’s poor quality. We can debate this idiom all day long. Is Whole Foods really better than Trader Joe’s? Is Apple better than Samsung?

But I think we can all agree on one thing: When you pay for something, you should actually get something. And that is not the case when you are paying markups on technical furniture solutions.

This is why Xybix sells directly to our customers. As the manufacturer, we know our products best and we guarantee that you’ll get the highest quality products and services available.

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Topics: Warranty, Features, Pricing, Command Centers, Pre-Planning

Wood vs. Steel-construction: 5 Common Claims

Posted by Ken Carson on Jun 15, 2020 8:16:50 AM


If you’re shopping for new consoles for your 24/7 operations area, you’ve likely heard a lot of mixed messages about wood vs. steel-construction workstations. Why so much conflicting information? Because the best console manufacturers, including Xybix, invest heavily in their manufacturing infrastructures for the products they know are high quality.

So how do you sort through the myriad claims out there and, most important, choose the right materials and products for your operations center or control room? Read on as we address five common, often misleading, claims about wood components in control room consoles—and uncover the truth.

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Topics: Design, Warranty, Features, Detailed Overview, Xybix vs. Competitors, Customer Service & Troubleshooting

Shopping at RSNA 2019? Of Course You Are! Here Are The Top Questions You Should Ask An Imaging Desk Provider

Posted by Kristen Nielsen on Nov 15, 2019 3:23:08 PM

Shopping - RSNA 2019With everything to see and do at RSNA 2019, it’s nearly impossible to reach every vendor or remember to ask all the questions that you've thoughtfully prepared. If purchasing Imaging Desks is on your agenda this year, we've put together a handy cheat sheet of vendor locations, functionality aspects, and questions to ask.

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Topics: Warranty, Healthcare, Fun & Morale, Pre-Planning, Brief Overview, Xybix vs. Competitors

Xybix's Eagle Dispatch Consoles Are Here to Stay: Here's Why.

Posted by Halley Barba on Jul 12, 2019 9:53:01 AM

Xybix Eagle Dispatch Consoles
Xybix’s Eagle Line dispatch consoles have been taking over comm centers and PSAPs for over a year now, but why are these consoles here to stay? Let me help you experience the Eagle Difference.

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Topics: Employee Health, Warranty, Accessories, Features, Dispatch, Command Centers, Xybix vs. Competitors

Budgeting & Costs Associated with Console Furniture - Make Sure You Don't Get Fed To The Sharks!

Posted by Ken Carson on Feb 1, 2019 4:57:23 PM

hustling shark tank GIFIf you are in the beginning of shopping for new dispatch console furniture in your 911 center a great first question is, how much do they cost?  After all, you will need to plan a budget about a year in advance and get the most accurate pricing. If you don't budget enough, you may not be able to get all of the features and options you want. If you ask for too much you may not get the project approved.   

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Topics: Warranty, Features, Pricing, Dispatch

The Best Dispatch Console Furniture Resources of 2018 and Beyond

Posted by Kathleen Utley on Jan 15, 2019 11:36:47 AM

The Best Dispatch Console Furniture Resources of 2018 and BeyondThe Latest Trends & Buying Information

Preparing to buy dispatch console furniture can be an extremely daunting project. These resources can help  you with current industry trends and will help you with what you need to know before you buy.

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Topics: Warranty, Features, Pricing, Dispatch, Command Centers, Pre-Planning, Customer Service & Troubleshooting

Shocking News for Anthro Ergotron Carl's Table and Steve's Station Users!

Posted by Mike Graham on Jan 4, 2019 5:05:40 PM

Shocking - Anthro Ergotron discontinue imaging and radiology productsImportant news! Have you heard?

Anthro is discontinuing the manufacture
and sale of its imaging and radiology products.
 After December 31st Ergotron Anthro will no longer accept orders for Carl's Tables and Steve's Station.

Here is the letter that you may have received. To view it in it's entirety, click here

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Topics: Warranty, Healthcare, Dispatch

The Best Long-Term ROI for your Dispatch Furniture Consoles

Posted by Ken Carson on Jan 4, 2019 4:13:11 PM

Good Investment - Dispatch FurnitureIf you're getting ready to purchase Dispatch Console Furniture, you will want to know that you are getting the best value or return on your investment (ROI). This is critical information for your your team and your taxpayers. Here is a quick guide on what to look for to make sure you are getting the most ROI for your dispatch consoles. 

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Topics: Warranty, Features, Pricing, Pre-Planning, Brief Overview

4 Questions to ask a Dispatch Console Furniture Vendor at APCO

Posted by Ellie Bittourna on Jul 25, 2018 4:20:31 PM

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APCO 2018 is right around the corner and you may or may not have started thinking about what you want to get out of the long week spent in Las Vegas - besides hitting up the casinos, eating delicious food, and enjoying the nightlife! The conference offers a stacked agenda, which ranges from wellness programs, professional development sessions, networking events, comm center tours and an exhibit hall full of vendors that offer services catered to the Public Safety industry.

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Topics: Warranty, Pricing, Dispatch, Pre-Planning, Customer Service & Troubleshooting