What is the typical lifespan and refresh cycle for commercial monitor arms?

High-quality commercial monitor arms last 7–15 years with normal daily use. The primary wear points are the gas-spring cylinder (which can lose pressure over time, causing drift) and the pivot joint bearings (which may develop play over years of adjustment). Most manufacturers warranty commercial arms for 3–5 years; premium arms carry 10-year warranties. Plan to inspect and potentially replace gas-spring cylinders at year 5–7 in heavy-use environments. A monitor arm refresh cycle aligned with workstation and monitor refreshes (typically every 5–7 years in corporate environments) is practical. OfficeFurniture2go.com carries commercial monitor arms with strong warranty coverage — call 1-800-460-0858 for warranty terms on specific models.