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Method of making covers for foam bodies using a seam stabilizer

  • US 4,987,666 A
  • Filed: 02/15/1990
  • Issued: 01/29/1991
  • Est. Priority Date: 02/15/1990
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. The method of manufacturing a composite component of a seat assembly consisting of a foam body having a predetermined shape and a cover member for said body having welts secured therein, said welts having a tear away body portion connected to a tab portion, said method comprising the steps of:

  • (a) shaping said cover member with said welts secured therein to said predetermined shape of said foam body;

    (b) providing a mold member corresponding to said predetermined shape;

    (c) molding said foam body in place upon said cover member by pouring in place an expandable liquid foaming material within said mold member in such a manner that said foam body is bonded to said cover member and conforms in shape to said predetermined shape; and

    (d) removing said body portions of said welts to form said seat component.

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