What is a modesty panel on a benching system?

A modesty panel is a vertical panel mounted below the front edge of the work surface, typically 8–12 in. tall, that blocks sight lines to the user's legs and lap when seated — important in open-plan environments. Modesty panels are available in laminate matching the surface, frosted acrylic, or powder-coated steel. OfficeFurniture2go.com includes modesty panel options — call 1-800-460-0858.