Blog - Page 28 of 29 - Carroll Seating Company

Published: 30 January 2013

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When Carroll Seating Company first began it was literally a basement operation: in 1952, Patrick Carroll, Sr., began to sell church pews from his basement. As the populous grew to admire his service, his business branched out to private schools. Subsequently, his furniture eventually diffused to public schools in the surrounding area.

However, eventually a basement was too small to accommodate the amount of work requests Mr. Carroll was fulfilling. Finally, he purchased an office in Chicago, Illinois on Hermitage Ave, and the business ran out of this office for a whopping fifty-one years. While the business was still growing strong, Patrick Carroll, Sr. passed away in 1975. Several years after his passing while under the leadership of another salesman his son, Patrick Carroll Jr., stepped up as President in 1997 and the headquarters were moved to Elk Grove, Illinois.

However, the business did and still does remain a multi-city operation, as the office in Elk Grove was retained and is still utilized. Michael Carroll brought the company’s legacy over to Kansas City, Missouri. With such a large presence on the symbolic landscape, the company rapidly gained more and more trust and reputation as more and more positive transactions went on through the years.

Now, there is no doubt about the reputation of Carroll Seating Company, seeing as it has served over 1500 organizations in five states: Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, and Iowa. Additionally, Carroll Seating Company is currently a conglomerate of many specialized, institutional furnishing lines for many purposes that serve the public good. The company successfully manages over $29 million in sales every year.

Due to such an illustrious history, Carroll Seating Company is indeed a trusted furnishing and installation company. The company has proven itself competent in multiple fields, as it has many successful lines such as Hussey Seating Company, Debourgh Manufacturering, Case Syemts James Town Metal Products, Performance Sports Systems, and many more contained within it.

As it has acquired more and more capital in the years, the company has invested wisely in more workers in widely varying fields to guarantee the best service possible such as in house estimators, project managers, administrative staff and a full facility service and repair team.

Family owned since it’s very founding, and it has gradually established permanent roots over the decades.

All of this goes to show the undying dedication the Carroll Seating Company has for consumer satisfaction. Whether it is a single chair, or a remodeling of an entire institution, Carroll Seating Company not only desires to help every customer to the fullest extent possible, but has also put out the capital to ensure that every consumer can be helped to the largest extent possible. Through such dedication very naturally comes trust from both returning and new clients.

Published: 22 January 2013

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Caregivers, and those who assist and support the caregivers in hospitals and healthcare institutions (facilities departments and engineering departments), are under constant pressure from regulators to create the optimum safe environment for both patient and staff. A facility’s choice in seating is no different, and believe it or not, a healthcare facility might easily get cited for choosing the wrong seating. This was the topic of an actual conversation a member of our sales team had with a long-time client who is a director of a major medical center in the Chicagoland area.

Healthcare inspectors are concerned with clutter in hospital hallways and other areas that must be kept accessible to fire alarms, medical gas alarms, emergency shut-off valves, and patient hook-ups in case of emergency and for the safety of caregivers and patients.

Violations by the accrediting agency (like The Joint Commission, for instance) or the AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) [a state or local department of health]) can be issued for one small oversight, often because NFPA and the “Environment of Care” (in the case of TJC) can be interpreted differently.

There has been a focus on reducing obstacles to these critical areas of care in healthcare institutions. A major concern is chairs used by hospital staff. Our line of Clarin by Hussey fixed seating offers a great solution to this regulation. Anchored to the floor, our nurse’s station, will not interfere with those critical areas, or other staff performing their duties.

Is it comfortable?
ABSOLUTELY! Clarin offers a variety of seats, backs, adjustable swivels to make it even more comfortable than any standard office chair you may purchase. It comes in a variety of colors, and will accommodate almost any individual’s size.

Is it durable?
You bet. Clarin has one of the most extensive warranties in the industry with 12 years on structural components and 5 years on moving components.

Is it versatile?
Of course! You can design your chairs any way you like by picking the way it’s anchored, how much mobility you require, the colors and types of surfaces you prefer. There are endless varieties of plastic, upholstery, and fabric options to integrate fully in to your space, while still maintaining a high morale among staff for its comfort and versatility.

Is it expensive?
The longevity and durability of this seating will outlast a typical desk chair. They are built for 24/7 use, and once installed, you won’t have to worry about it again. However, if there’s some change or adjustment you like, Carroll Seating Company will always be there to service you. That’s part of the trick of being in business for 63 years.

Published: 15 January 2013

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A Full House Needs Seats
Any auditorium owner will tell you that there is nothing as satisfying than seeing a room full of comfortable audience members enjoying a show. They laugh or they gasp, all in the security of a well-cushioned seat. If you plan on building an auditorium or you want to do some major renovations, auditorium seating is one of the most important factors that you should take into consideration. The right seating can do everything from help set the style of the room to make people want to come back again and again.

Stunning Seating
Seating is available in all sorts of designs and with plenty of options and upscales. It’s all about providing your visitors with ergonomic comfort and things that make them excited to be there. The right company isn’t afraid to customize. In fact, you should look into choosing a company that welcomes customization such as integrating row lighting, cup holders or custom end standards.

Welcome to the Show
Just imagine how your auditorium will look with finished seating. From fifty to several hundred seats, there is no job too large or small for Carroll Seating Company. Each one will demand attention to detail and the right kind of effort to get you exactly what you’re looking for. Getting seating right the first time is important to making sure that your auditorium is exactly how you envisioned. The next step is to fill it up and watch as everyone sinks down into their comfortable seats with absolute satisfaction.

Published: 8 January 2013

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No One Likes Old Furniture
An older library may have furniture from the time when it was first built. Over time, chairs become ratty, tables become rickety, and chairs grow uncomfortable. It may also be that the library has grown and now these old pieces simply aren’t enough to accommodate for the current amount of traffic that comes and goes throughout the library during the day. There are a lot of different things that might happen to your library over the years to merit new furniture.

Perhaps your library is being renovated, or you just received a grant that allows you to update your library in every capacity. Libraries are the perfect places for people to relax, read, study, and discuss things (quietly, of course). Isn’t it time that the library was made better for everybody?

Beautiful Choices
Library furniture has a wide range which allows you to get almost anything you like. Even better? Though you may primarily be in need of chairs and tables, you may also want to stop and consider new shelving units as well as library desks for librarians to work at. There are all sorts of fantastic pieces that can work wonders in your library not just in comfort but in style and functionality as well!

The right additions to your library can really transform it as well. Your library may go from being the place people simply check out books and leave to the place where students want to hang out and study after school. Chic designs that allow them to collaborate can put their minds at ease and really invite them in. Furniture can also entice people to stay longer and enjoy all that the library has to offer. Improved bookcases might give you the additional space you need to add in more books, something that every library can use!

Help With Your Furniture
When you contact Carroll Seating Company, you aren’t just calling someone to get furniture. We will help you through every step of the way, from choosing the right library furniture for your space to installing it in the best locations to helping you with financing. We want your library to look just as fantastic as you hoped and will do everything to make that dream a reality. There are plenty of options to choose from, so be sure to take your time when you peruse the catalog. We’ve been there for libraries for the last six decades – we’d love to work with you on yours.

Published: 3 January 2013

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Categories: Casework & Millwork

Improving Your Workspace
Where you work can affect how you feel throughout the day. You may love your job, yet your surroundings may not make you feel at your best. Everything from old furnishings to no furnishings at all can make you wish something would change. But what can be done?

Things can change. It doesn’t matter if you work at a laboratory or a school. Casework and architectural woodworking can really transform a room into something fresh and new. It can change your whole outlook on your workplace and make you excited to come into work each day.

What Can Be Done
Depending upon where you work there are a variety of things that can be done in order to improve it. Work in a school? Educational casework can be installed for classrooms, libraries, administrative offices, and staff rooms. Storage areas give you the extra space you need for all sorts of items whether they’re for classroom use or staff use. Or perhaps you need casework for a laboratory. We know that they need to be sleek and functional for your use. That’s not a problem at all. In fact, you can choose from all sorts of different styles in order to find one that will suit your workplace and provide you with the best in efficiency. Customization is never a problem either.

Maybe your line of work is in a medical field. Maybe you need workstations for your nurses. Perhaps examination rooms need various shelving and cabinetry. All of these can be provided when you work with our knowledgeable staff to discover affordable pricing and designs that you want.

Even More Choices
Not only can you choose the design, but you can also decide what type of materials you want your casework to be crafted from. Architectural casework can be made from various materials that include wood, metal, plastic laminate composites, and more. You can choose what you want and what you want these materials to create. They can be everything from the cabinets to the work stations. Let us know what you want and we will do everything in our power to create it.

Our staff is ready to assist you in every way possible. We have been working with many clients over the years to provide them with stunning casework, and we are serious about providing the best products as well as customer service. Discover how we can make your workplace even better by contacting us today.

Published: 1 January 2013

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High Quality Seating and More
Seating can be very important, just as other components can make a huge difference in how you view your workplace. Everything from casework in a medical setting to bleachers in a school can all transform those places from dull and everyday to strong and vibrant. Renovating an area to include brand new seating means finding comfortable and stylish seats. In any case, when you can customize what the seats, bleachers, and much more look like, then you are on the right track.

A seating company should be able to do all these things for you and still provide you with even more. Choosing the right seating company can make all the difference in the world when it comes to choosing, ordering, installing, and affording the things you need for your location. Knowledgeable staff that can provide you with the information you need as well as give you additional ideas are a key component to getting things done right the first time. Take some time to do your research on seating companies and find out what they are capable of, what they can offer you, and how long they have been in business. The longer they have been doing what they do and the more distinguished their client list is, the more confident you can be about choosing them for the job.

Additional Help
A seating company shouldn’t just be about seats, and nor should it just be about providing you with them. A high quality seating company brings in a staff that knows the business inside and out. It will seek out relations and partnerships with other providers as well as financial institutions in order to help you get your projects off the ground should you need assistance. There is a process involved when it comes to installing seating, bleachers, casework, and other large furnishings into any area. Working with staff can help you decide which pieces would work best in a space, and if you have any customization ideas that shouldn’t be a problem either.

All these connections with providers and institutions can give you an edge that you may not have had otherwise. This sort of help can really make the difference on whether or not you are finally able to put in telescopic bleachers into your gymnasium or brand new tables in your library.

The Best in Customer Service
Carroll Seating Company wants to be your first choice. That’s why we work so hard to please each and every client. From start to finish we are there to help. This includes having service and repair technicians for all of our products. After doing all the work, why simply abandon any client? We make sure to keep in touch with you long after the installation is finished to ensure that the product works smoothly, looks great, and fulfills your expectations.

For decades we have serviced many locations, from schools to medical facilities, and fully understand the industry in order to bring in the best products and the best services. Discover what makes us the right choice by contacting us today for a quote or for general information.

Published: 25 December 2012

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Categories: Casework & Millwork

Casework Everywhere
A lot of locations call for casework. Laboratories, health professions, education, and more. Casework can include a lot of different pieces that you may or may not need. You should evaluate the area that the casework is intended for and discover what will be needed. In most cases you may find that all pieces should be installed. This may because the space is brand new or that the previous pieces were too old or simply needed updating.

The right casework can add a finalized finish to the area. They are modern with plenty of excellent designs that you can choose from. They can also be made from a variety of materials, from wood to metal to plastic laminate composites. Choose from cabinets, desks, counter tops, and more.

What Is It For?

Casework meant for laboratories can include shelving units, workstations, and much more. Carroll Seating Company also recognizes that pieces for laboratories may need to be fashioned so they are in compliance with LEED and SEFA 8, so that won’t be a concern since we’ll have it all taken care of.

When you need casework for educational areas, you’ll find a lot of different options available to you. It doesn’t matter if it is for an elementary school or for a university. Pieces are built ready to be used over and over so you can expect excellent durability from them. Casework can be placed in administrative offices, libraries, and classrooms.

If it’s a major hospital or just a smaller administrative building nearby, the medical casework we can offer is always ready for a tough day at work. You can find it fashioned in 3 types of antimicrobial surfaces to help keep areas cleaner and the location more sterile. Equipment comes as stainless steel and you can also enjoy electronically adjustable work stations.

So Much More
This is only a small sampling of what Carroll Seating can offer you for your business. There are so many different potential pieces that can be included in casework, you may feel overwhelmed at first, but there is no need to worry. Our teams are ready to assist you in all areas so you can get exactly what you need for your space. You can even request architectural woodwork for a space and we can do additional customizing for you.

From labs to classrooms, libraries to medical rooms, we stand behind all of our casework and will make sure that you are completely satisfied with everything we do.

Published: 18 December 2012

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The Right Library Equipment
In order to have a proper library it needs to be furnished with the proper materials. Libraries need desks and chairs in order to give people young and old a place to study and read. They also need bookshelves in order to house all the wonderful titles that await readers. Equipment installed should look stylish but still match your school’s tone even as it helps to save space and provide the best in functionality.

When you have the right equipment for your library, it can feel more open, more inviting, and will be more likely to attract students and teachers alike for more than just the occasional study session.

What Do You Need?
Some schools, whether they are elementary or universities, require every single furnishing type. Others may only need one or two things. Give your library a thorough examination in order to determine what you need the most and what is affordable on your budget. Remember, with Carroll Seating we can help you get the financing you need in order to get all the products you hoped for.

Bookcases are a must for any library. If you discover that your shelves are bowing after years of holding the weight of books, then you may want to look into getting new ones. This goes double for shelves that are bigger than they need to be, or simply too old and outdated. There are a lot of innovative new styles that take up less space and are able to hold more, both in volume and in weight.

Library chairs give everybody a place to sit, whether they are students or teachers. In the past, library chairs may have been hard and not very comfortable, but today you can obtain many different chair types, all of which are ultra comfortable, tasteful, and wonderfully chic.

Desks for libraries are needed for multiple functions. These are the locations in which students will do their studying, professors will do research or conduct classes, or where computers will sit awaiting use. There are even levels of customization when it comes to desks so you can choose the right desks for your library. Function and form come together with all the options available so you can find desks that look perfect in your library and offer exactly what you need.

Watch Your Library Transform
It can be amazing to see your library looking like its old self one day and then looking like brand new the next. You can pick out what you believe will work best for your library in all three areas. If you need help during the process at any time, you can contact us. Carroll Seating Company has been working with schools for decades and keep up with the industry in order to provide you with the best in library furnishings. It’s about high quality, excellent service, and of course, amazing results that you will love. Talk to your school today about giving your library new life and let us know if there is anything we can do to help make that dream come true.

Published: 11 December 2012

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Categories: Bleacher seating, Locker Solutions

Atmosphere Can Make a Difference
If you have wandered into your school gymnasium lately and looked at your bleachers, it can be a little disheartening to see them looking worn down, broken, faded, or otherwise in poor shape. The same can be said when walking through the halls where lockers are scratched and bent, or simply older than though ought to be. Old installations in your school can make it feel tired and kids may not have the respect or pride they should for their place of learning.

However, a change in pace can really boost your school in all sorts of ways. People will feel proud to walk in and see the bleachers in excellent shape. Kids will be excited to have a brand new bright locker to store their books and belongings in.

New Life for Your School
That’s where Carroll Seating Company comes in. We’ve worked with hundreds of schools since the 1950s, providing them with everything they need. This includes strong lockers and sturdy bleachers. The possibilities don’t just stop at student lockers or indoor bleachers. We can also provide you with metal storage lockers for teacher break rooms and outside stadium seating for all of the school’s sports games.

Customization is the best part! We can provide lockers, bleachers, and more, and make sure that they fit within the proper architectural design, are the right color, or in the case of bleachers, showcase your school’s mascot or initials! Bleachers can also be retractable so you save space when necessary.

Supplies for All Your Needs
We also make sure to keep all the parts on hand if you ever face a problem. This way it will be solved quickly and efficiently. We provide you with service every step of the way. If you aren’t sure how to go about making a purchase for your school simply contact us and we can walk you through the process to make it smooth and simple. You will get quotes that you can take to your administration or other body in charge, and we also offer financing plans to help you get your projects on track.

Once the project is finished, don’t forget to take some time to look at the student’s faces when they walk into the updated areas for the first time. Their faces will light up at how cool their school looks and they’ll be proud to open their new locker or cheer on their teams on the new bleachers.

Published: 7 December 2012

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Just for a Short While…
There are times when installing seating isn’t necessary. You may have a location that requires temporary seating that can be held onto and put out at a moment’s notice. Perhaps you have a location that needs seating, but no place to install it. There are a lot of reasons why you may need temporary seating – the question now is where to get it.

There are plenty of folding chairs out there that you could buy, but most folding chairs are inexpensive for a reason. They don’t have a lot – if any – cushioning in them. They may bend or break easily. They simply aren’t the kind of chairs you want to present in your arena. From major events to big time sports games, you will need the right kind of chairs that can quickly be set up and taken down while being enjoyed by those sitting in them between those times.

It’s All About High Quality
To present the right image you need the right seats. Carroll Seating Company offers a wide variety of portable seats through Hussey Seating. Their folding chairs are the best of the best, and they are constantly working to improve upon their already amazing design. Their goal is to make folding chairs that last year after year. While they have already reached that goal with their current chairs, now they focus on extending that life even more so you always have comfortable, stylish chairs on standby.

These chairs can be customized any way you like. Do you need them to have cup holders? Wider seats? Do they need to include tablet arms? Are there any custom logos you need printed on the chairs? There are many other ways you can make these chairs uniquely yours, and Carroll Seating gets you the styles you want ready and shipped as soon as possible so you can start setting up any time you need to.

The Choices, Affordability, and More
There are so many great designs to choose from. Whether you need some exquisitely plush chairs or utilitarian steel styles, they’re waiting for you. There is something for everyone, so simply talk to us about the various Series available and discover what suits your location best.

Contact Carroll Seating to discover all you need about portable seating. We also offer financing assistance so you don’t have to worry about getting your chairs. We make it as easy as possible to get your seating to you.