Who We Are

Our Company
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- Company Overview brochure
Background
VERSA is an American manufacturer that responds and adapts to an ever-changing market to efficiently build commercial grade products with speed, accuracy and value. High Point Furniture was founded in 1958 and remains a privately held, family-owned business. The first products were novelty furniture items for the home (TV stands, record cabinets). High Point Furniture entered the office furniture market in 1963 with the introduction of the first budget-priced 100 Series wood desk. Up to that point, low-cost desks were made primarily of metal while wood desks were produced using significantly more expensive solid wood components.
Products
VERSA markets laminate casegoods, lounge seating, office and executive swivel seating, collaborative tables and seating, guest/ganging seating and healthcare specific products. All are made in manufacturing facilities in High Point, NC, USA. Standard lead times for all casegoods and seating products are normally 6 weeks or less.
Products include fully upholstered lounge seating, executive office seating, guest and lobby seating, healthcare seating; healthcare recliners and physician stools; ergonomic/task chairs; laminate casegoods. The product categories present a wide range of traditional, transitional and contemporary selections. Most recent product introductions have primarily been more contemporary in style and focused on collaborative meeting and workspaces.
Markets
VERSA is focused on 4 primary vertical markets – office, education, healthcare and government. These markets are primarily influenced by the architect and design community, particularly in mid-market segment of the office furniture industry. However, there is still a large portion of business conducted with traditional office product dealerships and catalog-driven resellers.
Background
VERSA does not offer a “standard” fabric selection but partners with several distributors to offer most of their offerings. VERSA also offer the option of COM (customers own material) including leathers on our seating products.
Sustainability
For more than 60 years, VERSA has been building furniture in the United States with respect to our environment and our community. As a world-class manufacturing operation, we strive to reduce and to eliminate impact on our environment.
Government Sales
The complete VERSA product portfolio is on a federal government GSA schedule. Any reseller to the federal government may participate in this contract held by High Point Furniture Industries. VERSA also holds contracts in several individual states allowing state agencies to purchase products either directly from VERSA or through authorized dealer partners and multiple TIPS contracts used by municipalities and higher education.
Space Planning Services
All products offered by VERSA are included in the Cyncly 2020 library. Anyone who utilizes the Cyncly software programs (CAP Studio, CAP Complete, Giza) can generate office layouts from our library. Dealers who do not utilize Cyncly’s software may draw upon the resources of the in-house VERSA space planning team. The VERSA library is also available in Configura (CIL, CET, Spec) and KITS Collaborator. When requesting space planning services performed by our team, please use our Space Planning Request Form as a guide to identify the assets you wish returned to you.

Why Buy American?
Advantages
We can guarantee the quality of our products, provide excellent customer service, and reduce the risks of delays that often come with relying on foreign goods.
Quality Standards
Import quality is inconsistent due to changing factories based on price.
More Selection
Due to the nature of imports, variety is limited to prevent inventory overload.
Many Colors
Inventory control dictates limited color selection with imports.
Adaptations Welcome
Imported goods in a carton cannot be altered. HPFi product can!
Quick Remedies
Damage problems can be taken care of easily with local manufacturers like HPFi.
Less Assembly
HPFi offers set up furniture – you don’t have to build it yourself.
Local Economy
Buying American supports local economies and reinvests domestically.
Reduce Dependance
Domestic manufacturing cuts reliance on foreign sources for products.
Healthier Workplace
We follow sound practices that reduce the impact on our environment.

Social Responsibility Report
The Environment
For more than 60 years, VERSA has been building furniture in the United States with respect to our environment and our community. As a world-class manufacturing operation, we strive to reduce and to eliminate impact on our environment. We recycle and reuse wherever possible. When viable and acceptable to our customers, we incorporate recycled and recyclable materials into our finished products.At VERSA, we understand the future does not belong to us, nor does the earth and its resources. The maintenance of our environment and a commitment to sustainability is an ongoing responsibility that we share with every person, organization and industry enjoying the abundance of this earth. We pledge to continually respect our resources and build community for those of us here today and for those who will follow.
On our journey toward sustainability we have set environmental goals which we measure and monitor our progress as a key metric of our business success. Some examples of our progress are:
- Our manufacturing facility continues to reach its goal of 100% diversion of solid waste.
- VERSA had zero hazardous waste from our finishing operations at the manufacturing facility in 2019.
- We have recycled 100% of our electronic waste, which includes communication equipment, computers and printers over the past eleven (11) years.
- VERSA has not experienced or reported a chemical spill in the last eleven (11) years.
Health and Safety
VERSA will provide a safe and healthy workplace in compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulations. All employees will have access to potable water and sanitary facilities, adequate lighting and ventilation. VERSA will be proactive to prevent potential accidents and injury to employee’s health. We will strive to minimize health and safety risks to our associates and to our community in which we are located by establishing safe operating and facility policies and procedures and preparing for potential emergencies.
- We have identified state and federal health and safety laws applicable to our industry through information from OSHA and other local agencies.
- Our Human Resources Manager is responsible to ensure our associates’ health and safety by developing policies and processes to meet these goals.
- We have developed and implemented policies and programs to help prevent injuries and illnesses to our associates.
- We have established and maintain metrics to measure the performance of our associates’ health and safety.
- Training is provided to our associates that includes OSHA required safety training and also wellness and illness prevention programs.
- We evaluate our compliance to health and safety laws through regular visits from OSHA voluntary compliance officers.
While the above components to our health and safety plan are important, the goal of VERSA is to go beyond what is required and to excel in promoting health and safety. Some examples of our progress are:
- The overall incident rate at VERSA in 2019 was 2.4% versus the industry average of 5.8%.
- The companies’ workers compensation mod rate in 2019 was .94 versus 1.0 for industry.
- VERSA qualified yet again for the Gold level award in 2019 from the North Carolina Department of Labor for achieving a low incidence rate for lost work days.
- VERSA continues to use the OSHA Voluntary Compliance Program and also continues to conduct safety inspections. The company utilizes our workers compensation insurance carrier safety consultants to do periodic safety inspections and to advise on safety issues.
- The company continues to train employees annually in hazardous communication, blood borne pathogens, forklift training. Also train first responder team in CPR and first aid.
- VERSA continues to offer wellness initiatives. A monthly wellness newsletter is posted on communication boards.
- VERSA offers free flu shots every year to all its associates.
Labor and Human Rights
VERSA respects and protects the rights of all our human resources at our operating facilities. VERSA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. VERSA complies with all federal and state labor laws to ensure that all labor is voluntary. VERSA employees’ seventy-nine (79) employees at its Bedford Street location in High Point, NC. There have been no incidents of discrimination in the past (11) years.
Social Accountability
VERSA strives to maintain a culture of integrity and social accountability. This culture depends upon treating our associates and business partners with respect and fairness, being open and honest, and following all laws and regulations. The following reflect our standards to ensure that we meet and uphold this policy of social accountability. VERSA is committed to conformance with the SA8000 Social Accountability Standard.
Child Labor
Child labor is prohibited at VERSA. We will not engage in or support child labor. “Child” is defined as a person younger than 15 years of age. North Carolina law only allows 15 year olds in certain occupations. Employees under the age of 18 may work in certain areas as required by North Carolina labor standards.
Involuntary Labor
VERSA will not support or engage in the use of involuntary labor. Employees will have the right to leave the workplace after completing their standard workday. Employees have the right to terminate their employment at anytime provided they give a reasonable notice to VERSA.
Freedom of Association and Right to Collective Bargaining
VERSA will respect the rights of associates to form, join, organize and bargain collectively in a lawful and peaceful manner without penalty. Employees will not be subject to harassment or intimidation in their efforts to pursuer their legal rights regarding freedom of association and collective bargaining.
Discrimination
VERSA will not discriminate or support discrimination in the hiring and employment practices including salary, benefits, promotion, discipline or termination based on race, national origin, religion, age, gender, disability or sexual orientation. VERSA is an equal opportunity employer.
Disciplinary Practices
VERSA will treat all employees with respect and dignity and will not engage in or tolerate corporal punishment, mental or physical coercion, verbal abuse, sexual harassment or psychological abuse.
Working Hours and Compensation
VERSA will respect the right of associates to a living wage by complying with all state and federal wage and hour laws, including those relating to wages, overtime, hours worked and provide all legally mandated benefits and insuring we meet comparable industry minimums. Except in extraordinary business conditions, VERSA will not require employees to work more than 48 hours. Except under extraordinary business conditions, employees will be entitled to a least one day off in every seven-day period. VERSA will compensate employees for overtime hours as required by law.
Employees of the company are prohibited from receiving gifts from business partners in excess of $25 in value. Gifts should never be offered or received during a bidding process.
Management Systems
VERSA management is committed to conforming to all the requirements of the SA8000 Social Accountability Standard. Senior management reviews the adequacy and suitability of VERSA's policy, procedures and performance results against the requirements of this standard. Where appropriate, amendments and improvements shall be implemented. VERSA has an open-door policy and provide a confidential means for employees to report non-compliances and address concerns and take corrective action when needed. VERSA will also be open to regular outside communication, provide access for verification to auditors and maintain records to demonstrate compliance with requirements. VERSA will require business partners to comply with all applicable laws and regulations and comply with all standards found within this document. Management shall ensure that the provisions of these standards are communicated to employees by posting a copy of these standards in a prominent area and by posting on the company website.
Inclusiveness
VERSA values individual and group differences and our communications will be open and honest. This inclusiveness enriches our performance and products. All associates value and work to enhance diversity in our workforce because it is good for our business, our associates and our community. Diversity management is an important part of our business culture, strategic plans and systems.
- VERSA complies with all state and federal laws that apply to fair hiring practices and will not discriminate in hiring and employment practices on the basis of race, religion, age, national origin, gender, disability or sexual orientation.
- Human Resources is responsible for overseeing that fair hiring and employment practices are taking place throughout the company and that polices are applied equally to all employees. Human Resources maintains applicant, hiring and termination logs to document our compliance to the policy.
- VERSA has an open-door policy for employees to utilize to give feedback or log complaints on any potential noncompliance of our policies.
- Human Resources, along with senior management, determine the best course of action to pursue when there is an issue of noncompliance. Investigations and research will be conducted by Human Resources and a mutual decision will be made on the best course of action to take.
- VERSA has established and maintained inclusiveness metrics similar to EEO1 reports which are required by federal law. The company also utilizes an HRIS system to assist with tracking and reporting.
- Inclusiveness education is provided to all employees. EEOC and inclusiveness policy posters are posted in lobbies and break rooms and on our website.
- Human Resources evaluates on no less than an annual basis our compliance to applicable inclusiveness rules including those required by state and federal agencies. Human Resources audits internal procedures and policies to ensure the company is within compliance.
Community Outreach and Involvement
VERSA endeavors to be a good corporate citizen within the local communities in which we maintain operating facilities. VERSA currently makes contributions of finances and human resources to the High Point United Way, the American Red Cross and consistently donates our products to local non-profit organizations including various religious and educational institutions.
Examples of our efforts in 2019 include the following activities:
- Red Cross Blood Drive. Replenishing local blood supply that could save lives.
- Donations of furniture to Ruff Love Rescue. Furniture sold via raffle to raise money to help rescue purchase food and supplies.
- Financial donations to High Point United Way. Proceeds help United Way Agencies that support various programs in the High Point community.
- Financial donation to Common Thread for The Cure via sponsoring participants in the annual golf tournament. Financial support for use in the battle against breast cancer.