Elegant umbrella stands - Prof

Louise is a collection of planters, umbrella stands, and waste paper bins. Elegant and refined accessories that become true interior design elements, perfectly suited for both work environments and homes. The construction is painted metal in many shades presented in the catalog. The veneer is made of marble-effect glass or in a solid color, with a brilliant or antitouch finish, available in tone-on-tone or with chromatic contrast. To facilitate mobility, they are equipped with fully retractable wheels. Louise is a collection of planters, umbrella stands, and waste paper bins. Elegant and refined accessories that become true interior design elements, perfectly suited for both work environments and homes. The construction is painted metal in many shades presented in the catalog. The veneer is made of marble-effect glass or in a solid color, with a brilliant or antitouch finish, available in tone-on-tone or with chromatic contrast. To facilitate mobility, they are equipped with fully retractable wheels.

                             Original design combined with the highest quality materials is undoubtedly a hallmark of the Prof brand.

Prof Office was born in 1995 from experience in the furniture industry, a family-run industrial reality that designs elegant office furniture systems, deeply rooted in the northeastern Italian furniture district. Over these twenty years, the company's economic growth and development path have allowed it to look at the international market, contributing to the dissemination of Italian design and the highest quality worldwide. By consulting architects and designers, Prof has strengthened its identity and expanded its product range.
Starting with stylish execution collections, then developing operational systems, reception solutions, and conference rooms, up to partition walls. Today, this allows for the proposal of holistic and tailored furnishing solutions for every workplace.

HEADQUARTERS

The headquarters of Prof, along with the plant and offices, is located in Falzè di Piave, in the Treviso province, 70 kilometers north of Venice, in one of Europe's most important furniture industrial districts. It covers a total area of approximately 8,700 sqm, of which 3,600 sqm are covered. The facility, specializing in the production of office furniture, is equipped for work in the wood department, assembly, packaging, warehousing, and shipping of finished products. The main headquarters houses executive, commercial, technical, and administrative offices, conference rooms for client meetings, and a showroom of over 400 sqm, showcasing all collections of luxury office furniture. In 2017, an expansion of over 1,800 sqm was completed, with 640 sqm dedicated to production, 330 sqm for new offices, and 830 sqm for a new showroom.

PRODUCTION

The brand manufactures exclusively at the Falzè di Piave plant in Treviso province and always bases its identity on maximum respect for people, the land, and materials. Strong local roots and innate "know-how," which has evolved also thanks to new technologies, have allowed Prof to confirm and consolidate its success, continuing to combine tradition and innovation, adapting to new socio-economic changes. Prof's production organization is focused on "just in time," enabling reliability, inventory reduction, and increased quality and customer service. The entire Prof network operates mainly within Italy, primarily in the local production district where most raw material and semi-finished supplier companies are located. All products are designed and made entirely in Italy to ensure a standard of consistent excellence.

PROJECT

At Prof's factory, every piece of equipment is designed with an understanding of the changing dynamics of the workplace. Research has always been a strategic element of the company's development policy and is reflected through the internal Design Department, which works closely with external designers and is constantly updated in line with technological and legislative developments. Prof models are entirely designed and manufactured in Italy, fully compliant with European safety and health standards. For this reason, Prof collections stand out for their high design, ergonomics, and functionality.

SERVICES

DESIGN CONSULTING
Prof provides comprehensive design and consulting services, including analysis of client requirements, layout studies with targeted and personalized equipment proposals, along with technical drawings and rendering.

PERSONALIZATION

Prof can offer and execute personalized services on standard production models: from manufacturing oversized components, sourcing new materials and finishes, to producing samples and prototypes. Thanks to its versatile manufacturing capabilities, Prof has developed specialized knowledge in non-standard consumable materials, handling projects from small and medium-sized to highly personalized creations.

AFTER-SALES SERVICE

Thanks to the UNI EN ISO 9001: 2008 certification system for managing non-compliant products and claims, Prof maintains strict control over issues encountered during assembly and use. The company provides technical and after-sales support services, including full information, modifications, and repairs.

BESPOKE PRODUCTS

Prof’s high production flexibility allows, in addition to series manufacturing, the realization of custom-designed projects tailored to specific client needs. The Design Department can support clients or designers in developing and producing unique products, both functional and aesthetic, with fully customized finishes.
Careful advice at every stage: targeted design, with meticulous material selection and attention to detail, culminating in construction step-by-step until final installation.
The production is entirely adapted to individual needs.

ENVIRONMENT

In response to increasing international market competition by improving customer satisfaction and loyalty, and streamlining internal production processes, Prof obtained ISO 9001: 2008 certification in 2012. Adopting a quality management system is a strategic decision for Prof, enabling more concrete business goals. In a world constantly seeking quality and increasingly sensitive to environmental issues, Prof focuses on maximum experience in designing and manufacturing office furniture with respect for the environment. From carefully selected raw materials, through the entire processing and packaging process, to disposal, everything aims to protect health and save energy.

As a result, Prof uses certified E1 boards in accordance with European regulations on formaldehyde emissions, both for raw materials and laminates.
Each panel is then marked by the Ecological Panel Consortium, ensuring that semi-finished products are produced through wood reuse in the manufacturing process, which does not involve tree felling.

Obtaining the ISO 14001: 2004 certification in 2012 confirms Prof’s commitment to establishing its own environmental management system, regulating the impact of its production activities on the environment, and striving for continuous improvement. In 2015, during the company’s twenty-year anniversary, Prof introduced a new green mark to confirm and identify its commitment to sustainable environmental development as an integral part of its operations and growth process. In 2017, the company reaffirmed its “eco-friendly” strategy, emphasizing its values of “sustainability” and “responsibility,” and switched to a new energy provider (Dolomiti Energia) that sources 100% from renewable sources.

ECO PACKAGING

Prof continues his commitment to a production system capable of minimizing environmental impact. In 2016, Prof invested in a modern packaging machinery park made from biodegradable cardboard, allowing for individual training in packaging techniques. Optimization tailored to specific products enables significant reductions in packaging costs, warehousing, and consequently waste disposal. To improve waste management within the company, several separate collection points for post-production waste have been established. All waste is stored in special containers, which are then subjected to recycling processes.

CERTIFICATIONS

Confirming a commitment to quality, Prof has obtained the UNI EN ISO 9001: 2015 certification and adheres to international standards of quality in design, development, production, and customer service.

Confirming environmental responsibility, Prof has obtained the UNI EN ISO 14001: 2015 certification
UNI EN ISO 9001: 2015
UNI EN ISO 14001: 2015
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