59TV Tables in Action
Introducing 59TV Tables
Palmer Hamilton designed the 59TV Bench or Stool Table to deliver the high quality lifting performance and durable construction that K through 12 foodservice and facilities teams depend on, at a value that makes it the right choice for districts that need to outfit large cafeteria programs without sacrificing function or safety. This lightweight cafeteria bench table is one of the easiest to lift on the market, equipped with torsion bars and torsion springs that provide consistent lift assistance and two stage center latches accessible from either side that make setup faster for every staff member. When you specify the 59TV, you are choosing a cafeteria table that takes care of students and takes care of the people responsible for the spaces students use every day.
Details
The 59TV earns its reputation as one of the easiest lifting cafeteria tables on the market. Torsion bars and torsion springs work together to provide long lasting lift assistance, so the table opens smoothly on day one and continues to open smoothly through years of daily use. Center latches are accessible from either side of the table, saving the steps and time that single side latch designs require. Two stage latches provide a safety stop position and a secure in use position, with the storage latch locking the table in the upright position for safe movement to and from the storage area.
The 59TV is designed with the reality of the school cafeteria in mind. Center legs provide additional load bearing capacity and keep the table strong under the weight of a full seating complement throughout every lunch period and the years of service that school furniture must deliver. The stool option uses 13 inch quadrangular molded high impact polypropylene seats mounted directly on a 11-gauge steel plate in a range of colors to coordinate with cafeteria design, giving facilities planners a clean, durable stool that holds up to daily institutional use. Wave top versions are available in both bench and stool configurations in the 10 foot and 12 foot lengths for cafeterias where the table profile adds to the room’s visual character. All tables and stools ship fully assembled, with stool seats field installed, so the 59TV is ready for service quickly after delivery.
The 59TV is built to the material and finish standards that Palmer Hamilton applies across its full cafeteria table lineup. The engineered wood substrate is MDF specified to Arauco Ultra M grade standards, delivering enhanced screw holding strength, joint integrity, and durability that match the demands of high use K through 12 cafeteria environments. Wilsonart® 0.030 inch high pressure laminate on the tabletop and bench provides superior abrasion resistance that meets and exceeds NEMA specifications. Every edge is protected with EdgeGuard™, Palmer Hamilton’s sprayed on polyurea treatment that seals the tabletop and bench edge against moisture, food traps, peeling, and chipping. The steel frame receives an electrostatically applied, lightly textured polyester powder coat baked on for superior resistance to abrasion, marring, and scratching. The 59TV is UL Listed to UL Standard 2040 and has earned both GREENGUARD and GREENGUARD Gold Certification from the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute, confirming the low chemical emissions standard that families and administrators expect from the environments where children eat. Palmer Hamilton builds the 59TV in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, backed by a standard warranty, because every student deserves a seat at a table that was made with care.
Benefits
Easy for Every Staff Member to Operate
The 59TV’s torsion bars and torsion springs provide consistent lift assistance from the moment the latch is released to the moment the table locks into its in use position, making it genuinely easy for any staff member to fold and unfold safely. Center latches accessible from both sides of the table eliminate the need to walk around the unit, saving time during the compressed transitions between breakfast, lunch, and the afternoon program.
Strong, Lightweight Construction That Holds Up Over Time
The 59TV’s lightweight design makes it easy to move and store, while center legs and a unitized steel frame provide the load bearing capacity and structural integrity that a school cafeteria demands through years of daily use. Arauco Ultra M grade engineered wood substrate delivers enhanced screw holding strength and joint integrity that keeps the table sound even after thousands of deployments.
An Economical Platform Without Compromising on Safety
The 59TV delivers Palmer Hamilton’s proven safety features, including two stage latches with safety stops, a two hand release mechanism, and UL 2040 compliance, at a value that makes it the right choice for districts outfitting large cafeteria programs across multiple schools. GREENGUARD Gold Certification gives administrators confidence that the tables meet the indoor air quality standard required for the spaces where students spend their school day.
Features
Torsion Bar and Torsion Spring Lift Assist
Torsion bars and torsion springs work in tandem to assist lifting throughout the complete operating range of the 59TV, providing smooth and controlled folding and unfolding without placing excessive physical demand on the staff member operating the table. Torsion bars are epoxy e coated to prevent rusting and extend service life, with machined grooves and e clips that lock the bars in position to prevent lateral movement.
Center Latches Accessible from Either Side
The 59TV’s two stage center latches can be operated from either side of the table, eliminating the extra steps that single side latch designs require and significantly reducing the time needed to fold, move, and store tables between meal periods. Latches automatically lock in both the storage and in use positions and cannot be accidentally opened or knocked out of adjustment during normal operation.
EdgeGuard™ Edge Treatment
EdgeGuard™ is Palmer Hamilton’s sprayed on polyurea edge treatment that creates a moisture resistant, tamper resistant seal along every tabletop and bench edge, eliminating the food traps and peeling that standard laminate edge profiles develop over time. The standard black color coordinates with all 59TV frame finishes, and six nonstandard colors are available for facilities with specific design requirements.
Core Attributes
Full Specifications
Ideal For
Districts and facilities managers outfitting large cafeteria programs across multiple schools who need a reliable, UL listed cafeteria bench or stool table at a value that serves the full scope of the district without compromising on safety or durability.
School foodservice teams and facilities staff who need a cafeteria bench table that one person can fold, move, and store quickly during the compressed minutes of a lunch service transition without special training or technique.
Cafeterias and multipurpose dining rooms that want the option of a wave top table profile in 10 foot and 12 foot bench or stool configurations to add visual interest to the room without departing from Palmer Hamilton’s proven construction standards.
Administrators and architects specifying new or replacement cafeteria furniture who need to confirm GREENGUARD Gold indoor air quality certification for the environments where students eat throughout the school day.
Certifications and Standards
UL Listed to UL Standard for Safety for Folding Rollaway Tables, UL 2040
GREENGUARD Certified by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute
GREENGUARD Gold Certified by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute
Get a Quote
Palmer Hamilton builds the 59TV for the districts, directors, and facilities teams who believe that every student deserves a dependable, safe seat at a well made table. Contact your Palmer Hamilton representative to select your lengths, heights, seating style, and finish options and Do More with Your Space.