What is the difference between an articulating and a fixed monitor arm?

An articulating monitor arm has multiple pivot joints — typically at the mount point, mid-arm, and monitor head — that allow the arm to extend, retract, and angle in multiple directions, much like a human arm. This gives maximum flexibility in monitor positioning. A fixed-reach monitor arm has a single, non-articulating arm with only height adjustment — the monitor can go up or down but not forward/back or side to side. Fixed-reach arms are less expensive and adequate for workstations where the same user always sits in the same position. Articulating arms are preferable in shared workstations or when the user frequently repositions the monitor. OfficeFurniture2go.com carries both articulating and fixed-reach monitor arms — call 1-800-460-0858.