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Index

Introduction 6

Concept Flextern 8

Dutch Design 10

Base 12

Desk 14

Furnishing 16

Elevating 18

How it’s made 20

Flextern F2 Static 22

Flextern F2 Static SilverLight 24

Flextern F2 Static Warm White 26

Flextern F2 Static Chromo 28

Flextern F6 30

Flextern F6 Soleil 32

Flextern F6 SilverLight 34

Flextern F6 Letter 36

Full option Flextern F6 38

Flextern for Rotterdam 40

Flextern for Electrabel 42

International Flextern sales 44

Pricelist Flextern 2011 46

Follow Flextern 48

Colours & fabrics 50

Colofon 52

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Introduction

Flextern: the custom-made lectern

The FlexternTM was developed because something was missing in the collection

of lecterns. In 2007 we began selling lecterns and quickly concluded that we

wanted something other than what was available. For this reason we decided to

design, produce and sell our own lecterns under the name FlexternTM.

FlexternTM is a combination of ‘fl exible lectern.’

The descriptive name outlines exactly what you get: a customized lectern!

People are becoming progressively taller. A height of two meters (over 6 foot) is

not unusual anymore. However, there are still people who are 1,60 meters (over

somewhat over 5 foot) tall. FlexternTM offers lecterns that are suitable for both

groups and as well as wheelchair users.

Herjan Mennegatcreator and manufactor of the Flextern

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Concept Flextern

The power of a lectern

A lectern gives the speaker a feeling of power. Therefore, the lectern must

stand solid and be at the perfect height so that the speaker can stand up with

his back straight. You have undoubtedly seen the award ceremonies on TV

where the actors all have to completely bend over just to be able to speak

into the microphone. This is obviously not an ideal situation. The actor should

be able to stand up straight, while knowing that the microphone is adjusted

strongly enough to pick everything up perfectly.

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Dutch Design

Unique lecterns, hand built

The lecterns offered by FlexternTM are made in small quantities. We design the

3d designs ourselves, the construction takes place in our own workshop, and

we deliver the lecterns personally to the customer. This allows us to guarantee

the perfect dimensions and the excellence in workmanship that is so characte-

ristic of a FlexternTM lectern.

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Base

Workmanship

The base is made of aluminum and is die-cast by a temperature of 800 degrees

via vacuum shaping. The aluminum used is Ansi 10MG and has excellent

qualities for casting the base of t he FlexternTM. The advantage of this production

method is that a smooth surface is created once the base is taken from the mold.

After the die-cast and cool down of the base, the fi nishing process takes place,

the remnants are cut off and the holes are milled. This is a very labour-intensive

process because the fi nal result has to be a perfectly shaped base. For this

reason, we produce only twelve bases per day.

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Desk

Excellent quality

The desk consists of two parts. First of all the wooden desk of Egger 24mm

thick. The choice for these desks has been based upon its excellent qualities.

It is covered by two components polyurethane, done by a unique patented

system which has been developed to mould polyurethane under extreme high

pressurized air to our desks. This enables us to have a weldless transfer from

the wood of the desk and the PUR. Furthermore we can create the round shape

and any colour to the desk.

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Furnishing

Danish quality

The idea to furnish the rear of the FlexternTM was to give a welcoming feeling

to the speaker. Yet, to fi nd a fabric that is durable with the elevating fl exible

lectern brought us to the Danish company KVADRAT, producer of the best

fabric that is used by major architects and furniture works.

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Elevating

Optimum use

An electronic lifting mechanism is used to get the FlexternTM fast and safely at

its desired height. The lifting mechanism is driven by a control box to set the

speed of the height adjustable system, but also the maximum height and the

safety.

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How it’s made

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Flextern F2 Static

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Flextern F2 Static SilverLight

Flexible to any type of audience

Whatever the size of the room or the audience,

the Flextern Static SilverLight is a true eye catcher.

Details: Intense taupe grey (base, pole

and desk) with chrome parts.

* this image does not match the type that is mentioned

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Flextern F2 Static Warm White

A wave of connection

Feel the connection with your audience by using

the Flextern Static Warm White.

Details: Warm white (base, pole

and desk) with chrome parts.

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Flextern F2 Static Chromo

Moving forward

The Flextern Static Chrome will add to inspire

your audience. Heading for the future!

Details: Chrome with Warm White desk.

* this image does not match the type that is mentioned

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Flextern F6

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Flextern F6 Soleil

Magnifi cient as a sunset

Getting full attention? The Flextern Soleil

is the best option!

Body colour: Warm white

Fabrics: Sunny orange

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Flextern F6 SilverLight

Radiant light

The Flextern SilverLight will make

any presentation unforgettable.

Body colour: Intense taupe (grey)

Fabrics: Misty grey

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Flextern F6 Letter

Expressive

Addressing an audience is not just reading out

letters that shape words. The Flextern

F6 Letter is all about bringing emotions across.

Body colour: Warm white

Fabrics: Accent letters

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Full option Flextern F6

Every Flextern F6™ is full optional equipped with the following material and

supplied including all following options:

Protective cover ✓

230V contact box at the topside of the reading table, to connect a notebook, ✓

the contact box is delivered with a cover to protect against water drops. 9

Logo at front cover in transparent Plexiglas ✓

Lift speed: from bottom to highest position in only 8 seconds ✓

Designed and optimised for tall people 2.10 meters, small people ✓

1.60 meters and people in wheelchair 10

Two wheels to transport the Flextern. These wheels will automatically pull ✓

into the Flextern once it is placed at its preferred position 11

Mute button for gooseneck microphone ✓

PC sound: Line-in on cinch ✓

Warranty 5 years ✓

USB input ✓ 12

Adjustable in height by means of an integrated lift ✓ 1

Lift control unit for adjusting the height ✓

Front shield painted (white or grey) ✓ 2

Rear part covered with Kvadrat fabric ✓

Die-cast aluminium base ✓

Notebook table located at your choise, left or right ✓ 3

LED reading light on a gooseneck for fl exibility, including dimmer ✓ 4

Pencil case ✓

Extended goose-neck microphone (67 cm / 26 inch, cardiod) ✓ 5

VGA connector for connecting the notebook to a beamer, located at the ✓

top of the reading table and also at the base 6

230 V power supply cable ✓ 7

XLR microphone connection at the top of the Flextern and at the base ✓ 8

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Flexible folding

The Burgerzaal of the Rotterdam city hall has a Flextern which is used for

conferences and presentations. John Scholte of the City of Rotterdam states:

“Roughly 120 to 200 people attend in this room with a beamer. The excellence

of the Flextern is that a notebook can be placed on the fl exible desk, enabling

to see the speaker what is projected on the screen without having to turn your

back towards the audience.

Daring to be different

The Flextern is quite different from the other lecterns used by the City of

Rotterdam, says John Scholte. “Many users need to get used to the Flextern.

It is sometimes seen as a somewhat bulky, but once its practical advantages

are discovered, they soon change their minds. Luckily we were able to try the

Flextern for some time to form a substantiated opinion on its performance.”

Flextern for Rotterdam

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Suitable for any speaker

At energy supplier Electrabel in Belgium, the Flextern is used two or three

times a day by different people in an auditorium. All speakers have expressed

their satisfaction with the lectern as it can be adjusted to any height of a

speaker.

Full option

Its timeless design and multiple functions of the Flextern were the most impor-

tant reasons for opting for the Flextern by Electrabel, says Nico de Saedeleer.

“Furthermore, Flextern is the only lectern that is ‘full option’. Everything is built-

in with state of the art connections. All cables are hidden away in the body of

the lectern”.

Flextern for Electrabel

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Our dealerships are our embassies around the world. Maintaining close links with

Flextern™, they will ensure that choosing your Flextern™ is an unforgettable experience.

Their knowledge of Flextern™ is second to none and they will guide you through every

step from your fi rst enquiry to delivery and beyond.

Flextern™ is synonymous with the best in lectern quality. If you are interested in buying a

Flextern™ and require a price list, please fi nd the contact details of a dealer listed below.

AustraliaNational Audio Systems127 Merrindale DriveCroydon, Victoria 3136phone: (03) 9761 5577phone: 1800 441 440 (free call)fax: 1300 346 088 (local call fee)e-mail: sales@nationalaudio.com.auwebsite: www.nationalaudio.com.au

AustriaITEC Tontechnik GmbH8200 Lassnitzthal 300Lassnitzthalphone: 03133 37800e-mail: info@itec-audio.comwebsite: www.itec-audio.com

BelgiumQ-eventsphone: 0499 32 16 64contact person: Nico de Saedeleere-mail: info@q-events.bewebsite: www.q-events.be

International Flextern sales

FranceEasy Com AudioZAC de l’Aéroport55, Impasse Jean-Baptiste Say34470 Pérolsphone : 0467 272776e-mail: noelle@easycomaudio.frwebsite: www.easycomaudio.frcontact person: Marie-Noël Moulio

LuxembourgPRO AUDIO - Sound, Light & Vision (Sàrl)7 SpackeltergaassL-1670 Senninggerbergcontact person: Dan Schreinerphone: 02 348922fax: 02 346151e-mail: info@proaudio.lu

NetherlandsMennegat Trading BVVonderweg 14bNL7468 DC Entercontact person: Herjan Mennegatphone: 0031 (0)547 38 25 00e-mail: sales@fl extern.comwebsite: www.mennegat.nl

Transtel Sabima n.v.-s.a.Duboisstraat 502060 AntwerpenContact person: Steve van Hoofphone: 032 373607e-mail: svh@transtel-sabima.bewebsite: www.transtel-sabima.be

CanadaUrbann - Prestige Design products2716 avenue HectorMontréal (Québec), H1L 3X5 Canadaphone: 1 877 764 6962 - toll free - North Americaphone: 1 514 564 6962fax: 1 514 493 4414e-mail: info@urbann.cawebsite: www.urbann.ca

DenmarkTeletech KonferenceKommunikation A/SGeneratorvej 92730 Herlevphone: 44 92 98 00e-mail: teletech@teletech.dkwebsite: www.teletech.dk

SpainKRYFIL METACRILATO, S.L.Pol. Ind. Valdeconsejo, C/ Pineta, 13-B2, Nave 650410 Cuarte de Huerva (ZARAGOZA) - Spainphone: 0876261034fax: 0876 261035e-mail: info@kryfi l.eswebsite: www.kryfi l.escontact person: Rocío Senra

United KingdomTurning Leaf Furniture Specialists LtdLinden House Business Centre1 Convent LaneKingston upon HullEast Yorkshire HU3 2NTphone: 01482 219017website: www.turning-leaf.orge-mail: edward@turning-leaf.orgcontact person: Edward Cook

If there is no distributor available in your

country at this moment, please contact us at

customer.relations@fl extern.com

or phone 0031 (0)547 38 25 00.

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Pricelist Flextern 2011

Flextern F6 Soleil €4,995Body colour: Warm whiteFabrics: Sunny orangeOrdernumber #2200500.00 Soleil

Flextern F6 SilverLight €4,995Body colour: Intense taupe (grey)Fabrics: Misty greyOrdernumber #2200500.00 SilverLight

Flextern F6 Letter €5,025Body colour: Warm whiteFabrics: Accent lettersOrdernumber #2200500.00 Letter

Flextern F2 Static SilverLight €1,495Details: Intense taupe grey (base, pole and desk)with chrome partsOrdernumber #220501.00/Grey

Flextern F2 Static Warm White €1,495Details: Warm white (base, pole and desk)with chrome partsOrdernumber #220501.00/White

Flextern F2 Static Chromo €2,595 Details: Chrome (base, pole and desk)Only 10 fl externs manufacturedAvailable August 2011

All prices are excluding 19% Dutch VAT and excluding shipping and import duties.

Prices may differ per country because of cost for transportation and economic situation.

Flexterns are unique, our F6 Flagship is hand built at our headquarters in The Netherlands where cutting edge

technology and traditional craftsmanship skills come together and some 100 fl externs are manufactured every year.

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http://www.linkedin.com/company/mennegat

http://www.youtube.com/user/Flextern

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Warm white Intens taupe

Sunny orange Misty grey Accent letters

Colours & fabrics

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Colours

Fabrics

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Colofon

Mennegat Trading BV

Vonderweg 14b

7468 DC Enter

The Netherlands

Phone: 0031 (0)547 38 25 00

E-mail: info@fl extern.com

Website: www.fl extern.com

Author: David Brinks, Herjan Mennegat

Project coordination: Sofi to, Herjan Mennegat

Art direction & design: Sofi to

Photography: Martin Snijder, Niek Erents

Flextern wants to thank everybody who helped with this project and especially:

Gertjan Voortman, Sander Weernink, Tom Evers, Jan Oude Avenhuis, Ronald

Fokkink, Jan van Steijn, Tom Heesink, Tonny Grimberg, Henk Jansen, Jonne

Elschot, Anton Stark, Johan de Boer, Wouter Broekhof, Erwin Hopster, Gerard

Niehoff, Gerben Nijhuis, Novoids, Leo Potijk, Gertjan ten Bolscher, John

Wiggerman, Patricia Mennegat, Belinda Kroes.

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