Grounded in Trust: Why Tech Pros Trust Kendall Howard for ESD‑Safe Furniture

When static can ruin an entire day’s work, pros turn to Kendall Howard. A single electrostatic discharge (ESD) can silently fry components and derail projects—contributing to 4–8% annual revenue loss, according to the ESD Association. It’s not just parts at risk; it’s productivity, uptime, and safety. That’s why high‑stakes teams choose ESD‑safe furniture engineered to protect sensitive gear, meet compliance, and keep operations humming. Built in the USA, Kendall Howard blends rugged materials with smart design to do more than hold your tech—it powers your workflow.

ESD 101: Why It Matters

ESD is that tiny zap you feel when touching a doorknob. Harmless to you; brutal to electronics. In labs, server rooms, and production lines, ESD is expected, often invisible, and frequently expensive, causing immediate failures or sneaky latent defects. If you’re in IT, manufacturing, or electronics, controlling ESD isn’t optional; it’s how you safeguard reliability, reduce downtime, and protect your investment.

Common hotspots:

• Data centers

• Server rooms

• Manufacturing floors

• Repair and diagnostics labs

The Kendall Howard ESD Lineup

• ESD Workbenches

Create a stable, static‑safe workspace for build, repair, and maintenance.

• • Features: ESD laminate surfaces, integrated grounding points, modular layouts

• • Benefits: Protects devices during installs and repairs; scales with your team and tasks

• ESD Accessories

Kit out benches, carts, and cabinets for peak efficiency—without static risk.

• • Shelves: ESD‑safe organization for components, tools, and bins

• • Drawers: Lockable or open storage for sensitive parts

• • Pegboards: Keep tools handy and off conductive surfaces

• • Why it matters: Boosts productivity, keeps workflows clean, and preserves an ESD‑safe zone

• ESD Cabinets

Durable, static‑safe storage for high‑value components.

• • Features: ESD‑safe construction, grounding, adjustable/lockable shelves, optional humidity control, compliance indicators

• • Benefits: Prevents static damage, supports ESD compliance, reduces failures, improves organization

• Mobile ESD Carts

Take your static‑safe workstation wherever the work is.

• • Features: ESD‑safe materials, grounding points, heavy‑duty casters, adjustable shelves, accessory options

• • Benefits: Protects gear on the move, streamlines workflows, supports ESD standards

Why Teams Pick Kendall Howard

• Reliable protection

Safely dissipates static to prevent failures, reduce downtime, and extend equipment life.

• Built to last

Industrial-grade materials stand up to real-world wear in demanding environments.

• Plug‑and‑play integration

Modular designs fit your current setup and scale as you grow.

• Made in the USA

Tight quality control, faster lead times, and responsive support.

The Bottom Line

When a single spark can bring down a critical system, you don’t gamble on your workspace. Kendall Howard combines industrial strength, expert engineering, and American craftsmanship to keep your tech safe and your team productive. It’s not just furniture—it’s part of your infrastructure. That’s why the people building the future trust Kendall Howard to protect the technology that powers it. If your equipment matters, so does what it stands on.

Cited Works 

• Inc, E. A. (2019, January 31). Electrostatic Discharge: How important is it? In Compliance Magazine; EOS/ESD Association. https://incompliancemag.com/electrostatic-discharge-how-important-is-it/

• Welsher, T. (n.d.). The “Real” Cost of ESD Damage Terry Welsher Senior Vice President, Dangelmayer Associates and Vice President, ESD Association. Retrieved August 11, 2025, from https://www.esda.org/assets/News/RealCostofESDDamageFinal2-18-2010.pdf

• Zopff, J. (2015, July 6). Challenges of Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) in the Electronics Industry | Universal Instruments Corporation. Universal Instruments Corporation. https://www.uic.com/challenges-of-electro-static-discharge-esd-in-the-electronics-industry/