Frequently asked questions

THE PODS

Where can I see a BUSYPOD?

We currently have a showroom in Auckland, New Zealand and will soon be opening a new showroom. If you'd like to visit us and try a pod out for yourself, just give us a call or drop us a message and we'll schedule a time with you.

How do I connect my pod up to the power?

We supply a 2-metre power cord that plugs into any standard wall power outlet. Simple! This will power the LED lights, ventilation fans, power and USB sockets, wireless charger, and busy light

How soundproof are the BUSYPODs?

PEACEPODs reduce sound inside the Booth by about 32 and 35 decibels. What that means is our booths are designed to create a perfect private environment for phone and video conference calls. People outside the booth will not be able to hear the conversation going on inside the booth, while the person inside the booth will hear muffled ambient noise from outside the booth.

Is there ventilation in the BUSYPOD?

Of course, this isn't a portable sauna! Your comfort is our top priority. Whether you are on a 5-minute call with your hubby, or on your hour-long weekly sales video call, BUSYPODs are designed to keep you cool and comfortable. Our specially designed low noise electric fans keep fresh air circulating through the booth with a complete air change achieved every three minutes.

Is there a stool included with the BUSYPOD Phone Booth?

Each phone booth includes a built-in table. We also have floor mounted, height adjustable stools available as an optional extra for the phone booth. These come in a choice of colours. Alternatively, you can choose your own.

Are the BUSYPODs portable?

Yes, the BUSYPOD range was built with portability in mind. The Phone Booth and Medium Pods come with the option of hidden wheels which makes it extremely easy to relocate these on the same floor of your building. If you are planning to move the pods between floors or to a new location, we recommend disassembly, which is very easy, and then reassembling them at the new location.

Is BUSYPOD made of environmentally friendly materials?

Most materials used in the manufacturing of BUSYPOD are wood and metal. The interior surface consists of acoustic felt. These materials are recyclable natural materials.

Do the BUSYPODs come with furniture included?

Each phone booth includes a built-in table. We also have floor-mounted, height-adjustable stools available as an optional extra for the phone booth. These come in a choice of colours. Alternatively, you can choose your own. Medium Work comes with a built-in work desk to provide the perfect one-person workspace. Computer chair not included. Medium Meet comes with a built-in 2-person meeting table to create an ideal 2-person meeting space. There is an option to add 2 floor-mounted, height-adjustable stools which come in a choice of colours. Alternatively, you can choose your own stools. Large optional furniture packages are available for the Large pod. The package includes 2 x two-person sofas in a choice of colours, and a meeting table made from materials to match the colour scheme of your pod. The XL Pod has a large board table available.

Can a screen be mounted in the BUSYPOD?

Yes all size pods can have a wall mounted screen(s). A screen wall mount can be included with your pod at no additional charge. We can also supply a screen if required.

What size are the desks/tables?

You can see all the desk and table dimensions for all our pods on the pod pages of this website.

What footprint does the booth require?

You can find full dimension diagrams for all our pods on the pod pages of this website.

Is it possible to change the direction the door hangs in?

Yes, but this must be specified at the time the order is placed.

Do the pods come with a motion sensor?

Yes, we can add a motion sensor in place of a switch, for all size pods. This is an optional extra.

Does the BUSYPOD come with an ethernet/data port?

Yes, we can add a data port(s) as an optional extra to any size booth.

Where are your showrooms?

We currently have a showroom in Auckland, New Zealand and will soon be opening a new showroom. If you'd like to visit us and try a pod out for yourself, just give us a call or drop us a message and we'll schedule a time with you.

How long is the power cord?

The length of the power cable 2 meters.

Do the BUSYPODs come with sprinklers and fire alarms built in?

Yes, we can add a recessed hidden sprinkler and fire alarm system to any size pod. This is an optional extra.

Can BUSYPOD be customised?

Yes, there are a number of customisation options. There is a variety of standard side panel and front/rear window/door frame colour options to choose from. You can also choose any colour from the international RAL catalogue to match your brand colour. You can specify the interior felt colour and stool/furniture linen colours. In addition, there are many other optional features to choose from such as adding data ports, wheels, coat hangers etc

Are there power outlets and USB ports in the booth?

Yes, there is a USB ports to charge your phone and a power outlet to plug your laptop into. You've got the power!

DELIVERY AND ASSEMBLY

How long will assembly take?

Assembling BUSYPODs is amazingly easy. Depending on the size it can take between 20 and 60 minutes to install. Some of the parts are quite heavy and for that reason, we offer a full installation service anywhere in New Zealand.

How long will it take to receive my BUSYPOD?

Delivery takes 2-3 days when you order pods that we hold in stock locally. Otherwise delivery is approximately 8 weeks.

How does delivery and installation work?

BUSYPODs are amazingly easy to assemble, so you have the option to do the assembly yourself following delivery OR we also offer a full installation service where we will deliver and assemble your BUSYPOD on site. Additional charges apply for delivery and assembly.

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What if my BUSYPOD needs a repair?

BUSYPODs come with a 2-year warranty which covers all manufacturing defects. The cost of making all such repairs is covered by the warranty. Our products are built to last, however, should your pod require any repairs, please contact us and we'll schedule the repair as quickly as we can.

Does BUSYPOD come with a warranty?

We offer a 2-year manufacturer's warranty and you can see full details here. Manufacturing defects are fully covered. There are exclusions for booths that have been stored, used, or assembled incorrectly. Also misuse user-inflicted damage, liquid damage, mould, or infestation. BUSYPODs have an expected lifespan of at least 10 years.