Saudi Arabia's Jazira Furnishing & Decoration Company markets top-of-the-line movable partitions called Variflex from Huppe Form of Germany.

''Huppe Form is a leader in solar screening and mobile space dividing systems,'' explains a spokesman for the Riyadh-based trading agency. "The high-quality and adaptability of the partitions has found favour with both architects and owners, as flexibility in design means the ability to plan economically and still allow maximum creative freedom in particular areas.''

He continues: ''Variflex movable walls offer perfect solutions for changing needs in all areas of commercial buildings, in new constructions as well as refurbishments. Using Variflex means flexibility, in planning as well as in practice, when the rooms have to satisfy various needs and functions. The same applies to design of surfaces, as Variflex walls are not limited to the use of certain materials and colours.

''Variflex is not restricted to standard applications and even sloping ceilings, curved walls and extra high rooms do not inhibit their use. There are no technical limitations and the systems have excellent sound insulation and fire-resistance properties.

''Combining system elements is the crucial test for quality of manufacture: from the floor to ceiling, and also for simple operation and excellent sound insulation. Variflex makes this simple: Flexible spring-loaded seals activated by a spindle mechanism press against the ceiling rail and the floor through various track and runner systems. The panels are suspended from one or two points depending on the choice of stationary position.

''Movable walls require a robust roller system and Variflex has probably the most sophisticated multi roller bearings of its kind. Thus, even the largest elements may be moved easily and without noise and slide into crossing zones without stopping, thanks to a hi-tech roller and tracks system.

''The framework of the elements in a partitioning system is all-important feature and for Variflex, stable hollow aluminium and steel tube profiles ensure maximum rigidity and stability. Another advantage of Variflex is that its low weight ratio ensures easy handling.

''Variflex combines economy and aesthetics with each element increasing the potential for aesthetical room design, and the system proves that performance and beauty can co-exist harmoniously.''

Variflex comes in five basic models - Top, Solid, Standard, Basic and Silent - in addition to two other high-end systems: Variflex Automatic and Variflex Electronic. The partitioning system was recently installed at the prestgious Al Faisaliah Center in Riyadh, which opened in May this year.