What noise level should I expect from a quiet sit-stand desk motor?

Motor acoustics are a specified parameter for all OfficeFurniture2go.com sit-stand products. Our standard commercial motors are measured at 42–47 dB during full-load height transition—comparable to ambient background noise in a typical open office and unobtrusive even in professional settings requiring quiet. This is achieved through DC brushless motor architecture, precision-machined spindle profiles, and vibration-damped motor mount assemblies. Our ultra-quiet series measures below 40 dB—appropriate for libraries, recording studios, and clinical environments. We disclose measured dB ratings in product specifications; if a manufacturer will not publish noise ratings, this warrants scrutiny. Call 1-800-460-0858 for product-specific acoustic specifications.