A pocketed spring assembly comprises a plurality of parallel strings of individually pocketed springs. A dimensionally stabilizing substrate is secured to at least some of the strings on one of the top and bottom surfaces of the strings. A scrim sheet is secured to at least some of the strings on an opposed surface of the strings to maintain the positions of the strings. The dimensionally stabilizing substrate is laterally rigid enough to maintain length and width dimensions of the coil spring assembly. However, the dimensionally stabilizing substrate is flexible enough to allow the pocketed spring assembly to be roll packed for shipping.
A47C 27/045 - Attachment of spring inlays to coveringsUse of stiffening sheets, lattices or grids under spring inlays
A47C 7/18 - Seat parts having foamed material included in cushioning part
A47C 7/34 - Seat parts with springs in compression, e.g. coiled
A47C 7/35 - Combinations of different types of springsAdjustable springsAttachment of springs to other springs or to frame
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
2.
ASSEMBLY MACHINE FOR MANUFACTURING PARTIALLY FOAM ENCASED POCKETED SPRING ASSEMBLY
A partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly is made in a fully automated assembly machine. A first foam rail is introduced into the assembly machine and glued to upper and lower substrate webs. A first string of pocketed springs is then glued to a side surface of the first foam rail between upper and lower substrate webs and glued to the upper and lower substrate webs. Additional strings are joined together to create a pocketed spring interior. A second foam rail is then introduced into the assembly machine and glued to an outer string and to the upper and lower substrate webs to create a core. Third and fourth foam rails are glued to the core.
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
A fiberglass frame for a shipping container supports dunnage or other support members for separating parts. The fiberglass frame comprises four hollow vertical edge members made of fiberglass, each extending between corner assemblies. The fiberglass frame further comprises a roof and a base each made of hollow fiberglass members. Each hollow fiberglass member extends between two corner assemblies. The corner assemblies are also made of fiberglass. The inherent lack of electrical conductivity in the frame prevents sensitive parts shipped in the dunnage or other support members from being damaged or compromised.
A pocketed spring assembly (12b) comprises a plurality of parallel strings (26b) of individually pocketed springs (28b). A dimensionally stabilizing substrate (38) is secured to at least some of the strings (26b) on one of the top and bottom surfaces of the strings (26b). A scrim sheet (36) is secured to at least some of the strings (26b) on an opposed surface of the strings (26b) to maintain the positions of the strings. The dimensionally stabilizing substrate (38) is laterally rigid enough to maintain length and width dimensions of the coil spring assembly (26b). However, the dimensionally stabilizing substrate (38) is flexible enough to allow the pocketed spring assembly (26b) to be roll packed for shipping.
A47C 27/045 - Attachment of spring inlays to coveringsUse of stiffening sheets, lattices or grids under spring inlays
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
B09B 3/00 - Destroying solid waste or transforming solid waste into something useful or harmless
A47C 21/00 - Attachments for beds, e.g. sheet holders or bed-cover holders Ventilating, cooling or heating means in connection with bedsteads or mattresses
A47C 21/04 - Devices for ventilating, cooling or heating
A47C 27/04 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays
B09B 3/30 - Destroying solid waste or transforming solid waste into something useful or harmless involving mechanical treatment
5.
THREE MOTOR RECLINER MECHANISM WITH INDEPENDENT SEAT, BACK AND OTTOMAN
A recliner mechanism is provided with independently operable motors. Each motor may effect an independent movement. For example, three motors may be provided: a seat pitch motor causing a rotation of the seat to change the seat pitch in relation to the support surface on which the recliner sits; an ottoman motor to extend and retract an ottoman; and a back motor causing a rotation of the back in relation to the seat. And, due to an improved positioning of the pivot point for the seat in relation to the pivot point of the ottoman motor; and positioning of the pivot point of the seat in relation to the pivot point of the back rotation motor, the independent operation of each of the motors is achieved without the need for any special, coordinated programming of the motors.
A47C 1/029 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts for changing a straight chair into an easy chair by changing the length or the inclination of the legs
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
A linkage mechanism (10) for a wood-to-the-floor reclining seating unit that provides increased back support, reduces shirt pull and decreases minimum wall clearance. The linkage mechanism (10) may include a seat mounting rail (62) indirectly coupled to a back bracket (76) where the back bracket (76) pivots around a projected pivot point (101) located forwardly and upwardly from the back bracket (76) when the seating unit is closed. The linkage mechanism (10) has a reduced mechanism height, allowing it to be used on a high-leg mechanism, with shorter, pivotally coupled links between the baseplate (12), the seat mounting rail (62) and the back bracket (76).
A high leg seating unit is disclosed herein. The seating unit comprises two sides spaced from one another, a seat extending between the two sides, and an extenable ottoman having a mid-ottoman, a main ottoman, and a flipper ottoman. The chair is operable by a linkage mechanism having a first void for accommodating the mid-ottoman in the closed position and a second void for accommodating the flipper ottoman in the closed position.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
8.
THREE MOTOR RECLINER MECHANISM WITH INDEPENDENT SEAT, BACK AND OTTOMAN
A recliner mechanism is provided with independently operable motors. Each motor may effect an independent movement. For example, three motors may be provided: a seat pitch motor causing a rotation of the seat to change the seat pitch in relation to the support surface on which the recliner sits; an ottoman motor to extend and retract an ottoman; and a back motor causing a rotation of the back in relation to the seat. And, due to an improved positioning of the pivot point for the seat in relation to the pivot point of the ottoman motor; and positioning of the pivot point of the seat in relation to the pivot point of the back rotation motor, the independent operation of each of the motors is achieved without the need for any special, coordinated programming of the motors.
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
A47C 1/034 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
9.
HIGH-LEG CHAIR AND MECHANISM WITH IMPROVED OTTOMAN
A high leg seating unit is disclosed herein. The seating unit comprises two sides spaced from one another, a seat extending between the two sides, and an extendable ottoman having a mid-ottoman, a main ottoman, and a flipper ottoman. The chair is operable by a linkage mechanism having a first void for accommodating the mid-ottoman in the closed position and a second void for accommodating the flipper ottoman in the closed position.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
10.
Bedding Foundation Having Massager Movable for Massage Effect
A bedding foundation has a motorized linear actuator for moving a carriage forward and backwards. The carriage includes wheels which move along side rails of a frame. A rigid platform having an opening extending through the platform is secured to the frame. The carriage includes a lift motor assembly which raises and lowers a massager independently of the movement of the linear actuator. Regardless of the position of the linear actuator, the massager may be raised or lowered. The massager moves back and forth inside the opening extending through the rigid platform and imparts a massage movement to a mattress above the foundation.
A47C 19/02 - Parts or details of bedsteads not fully covered in a single one of the following subgroups, e.g. bed rails, post rails
A47C 21/00 - Attachments for beds, e.g. sheet holders or bed-cover holders Ventilating, cooling or heating means in connection with bedsteads or mattresses
A motion mechanism for a chair effects a coordinated movement of a chair seat and chair back. The motion mechanism comprises a mechanism configured to support the chair seat and to couple the chair seat to a chair base assembly, a first back support configured to couple the chair back to the mechanism, and a second back support configured to couple the chair back to the mechanism. A first end of the first back support and a first end of the second back support are coupled via rotary connections to the mechanism. A second end of the first back support and a second end of the second back support are configured for coupling to the chair back. An axis of rotation of the first rotary connection extends in a front-rear direction of the chair and an axis of rotation of the second rotary connection extends in the front-rear direction.
A47C 3/025 - Rocking chairs with seat, or seat and back-rest unit, elastically mounted in a rigid frame
A47C 3/026 - Rocking chairs with seat, or seat and back-rest unit, elastically mounted in a rigid frame with a central column, e.g. rocking office chairsTilting chairs
Geotextiles used in construction, namely, woven and
non-woven textiles made of synthetic fibers for use in
ground stabilization, drainage protection, erosion control
and paving applications.
A high-leg seating unit, and a six-bar ottoman linkage for use on a high leg seating unit are provided that allow a higher leg height, a lower seat height, while obscuring most of the ottoman linkage from view in the closed position.
An ottoman linkage is provide for use on a high leg seating unit. The ottoman linkage has a lower overall height in the closed position, allowing it to be used on a high leg seating unit, while remaining obscured from sight.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A47C 20/04 - Head-, foot- or like rests for beds, sofas or the like with adjustable inclination
An ottoman linkage is provide for use on a high leg seating unit. The ottoman linkage has a lower overall height in the closed position, allowing it to be used on a high leg seating unit, while remaining obscured from sight.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
A knitted geotextile includes a plurality of first strength yarns arranged in a first layer, each of the plurality of first strength yarns extending in a first direction, a plurality of second strength yarns arranged in a second layer, each of the plurality of second strength yarns extending in a second direction, a plurality of capillary active yarns arranged in at least one of the first layer or the second layer, and a plurality of knitting yarns interconnecting the plurality of first strength yarns, the plurality of second strength yarns, and the plurality of capillary active yarns.
D04B 21/20 - Warp knitting processes for the production of fabrics or articles not dependent on the use of particular machinesFabrics or articles defined by such processes specially adapted for knitting articles of particular configuration
D04B 21/08 - Patterned fabrics or articles characterised by thread material
D04B 21/16 - Fabrics characterised by the incorporation by knitting, in one or more thread, fleece, or fabric layers, of reinforcing, binding, or decorative threadsFabrics incorporating small auxiliary elements, e.g. for decorative purposes incorporating synthetic threads
E01F 5/00 - Draining the sub-base of roads or ballastway of railways by trenches, culverts, or conduits
23.
ADJUSTABLE BED BASE WITH DECLINE FEATURE ON BOTH ENDS
An adjustable bed base (12) has a stationary frame (18) and a stationary seat platform (42, 42a) raised above the stationary frame (18) via a riser (30, 30a). An articulating platform (40, 40a) includes three platforms, head and foot platforms (44, 44a, 48, 48A) being hinged to the stationary seat platform (42, 42a). Front and rear linear actuators (74, 100) articulate the deck such that the head and foot platforms (44, 44a, 48, 48A) decline relative to the stationary seat platform (42, 42a) when the linear actuators (74, 100) are fully retracted. The head and foot platforms (44, 44a, 48, 48A) may be inclined when the linear actuators (74, 100) are fully extended. In some configurations, all three platforms may be co-planar. The raised seat platform of the articulated platform facilitates those who sleep face down.
A47C 20/04 - Head-, foot- or like rests for beds, sofas or the like with adjustable inclination
A61G 7/015 - Beds specially adapted for nursingDevices for lifting patients or disabled persons having adjustable mattress frame divided into different adjustable sections, e.g. for Gatch position
An adjustable bed base has a stationary frame and a stationary seat platform raised above the stationary frame via a riser. An articulating platform includes three platforms, head and foot platforms being hinged to the stationary seat platform. Front and rear linear actuators articulate the deck such that the head and foot platforms decline relative to the stationary seat platform when the linear actuators are fully retracted. The head and foot platforms may be inclined when the linear actuators are fully extended. In some configurations, all three platforms may be co-planar. The raised seat platform of the articulated platform facilitates those who sleep face down.
A partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly (10) is made in a fully automated assembly machine (64). A first foam rail (16) is introduced into the assembly machine (64) and glued to upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142). A first string (46') of pocketed springs is then glued to a side surface (24) of the first foam rail (16) between upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142) and glued to the upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142). Additional strings are joined together to create a pocketed spring interior (44). A second foam rail (18) is then introduced into the assembly machine (64) and glued to an outer string (46") and to the upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142) to create a core (70). Third and fourth foam rails (30, 32) are glued to the core (70).
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
26.
METHOD OF MANUFACTURING PARTIALLY FOAM ENCASED POCKETED SPRING ASSEMBLY
A partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly (10) is made in a fully automated assembly machine (64). A first foam rail (16) is introduced into the assembly machine (64) and glued to upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142). A first string (46') of pocketed springs is then glued to a side surface (24) of the first foam rail (16) between upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142) and glued to the upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142). Additional strings are joined together to create a pocketed spring interior (44). A second foam rail (18) is then introduced into the assembly machine (64) and glued to an outer string (46") and to the upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142) to create a core (70). Third and fourth foam rails (30, 32) are glued to the core (70).
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly (10) is made in a fully automated assembly machine (64). A first foam rail (16) is introduced into the assembly machine (64) and glued to upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142). A first string (46') of pocketed springs is then glued to a side surface (24) of the first foam rail (16) between upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142) and glued to the upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142). Additional strings are joined together to create a pocketed spring interior (44). A second foam rail (18) is then introduced into the assembly machine (64) and glued to an outer string (46") and to the upper and lower substrate webs (140, 142) to create a core (70). Third and fourth foam rails (30, 32) are glued to the core (70).
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
A partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly is made in a fully automated assembly machine. A first foam rail is introduced into the assembly machine and glued to upper and lower substrate webs. A first string of pocketed springs is then glued to a side surface of the first foam rail between upper and lower substrate webs and glued to the upper and lower substrate webs. Additional strings are joined together to create a pocketed spring interior. A second foam rail is then introduced into the assembly machine and glued to an outer string and to the upper and lower substrate webs to create a core. Third and fourth foam rails are glued to the core.
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
A partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly is made in a fully automated assembly machine. A first foam rail is introduced into the assembly machine and glued to upper and lower substrate webs. A first string of pocketed springs is then glued to a side surface of the first foam rail between upper and lower substrate webs and glued to the upper and lower substrate webs. Additional strings are joined together to create a pocketed spring interior. A second foam rail is then introduced into the assembly machine and glued to an outer string and to the upper and lower substrate webs to create a core. Third and fourth foam rails are glued to the core.
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 27/045 - Attachment of spring inlays to coveringsUse of stiffening sheets, lattices or grids under spring inlays
A47C 27/15 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays consisting of two or more layers
31.
Lift chair mechanism with zero-gravity position options
A lift and recliner mechanism for use in seating units is provided that allows the ottoman to be extended independently of the back recline. In some aspects, the seat pitch is changed through a linkage as the ottoman extends, and as the back reclines. In other aspects, the seat pitch is changed using a separate motor. The seating unit can be moved to a lifted position, a TV position, a fully-reclined position, or a zero-gravity position with the ottoman partially extended, the seat pitch partially changed and the back partially reclined.
A47C 1/031 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
32.
Assembly machine for manufacturing partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly
A partially foam encased pocketed spring assembly is made in a fully automated assembly machine. A first foam rail is introduced into the assembly machine and glued to upper and lower substrate webs. A first string of pocketed springs is then glued to a side surface of the first foam rail between upper and lower substrate webs and glued to the upper and lower substrate webs. Additional strings are joined together to create a pocketed spring interior. A second foam rail is then introduced into the assembly machine and glued to an outer string and to the upper and lower substrate webs to create a core. Third and fourth foam rails are glued to the core.
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
A pocketed spring assembly comprises parallel strings, each string joined to at least one adjacent string. At least some of the strings have springs of different gauge wire and some of the pockets of the strings having springs of different gauge wire are spliced together. At least some of the strings have springs of different geometries and some of the pockets of the strings having springs of different geometries are spliced together. At least some strings may have end sections with springs different than a middle section therebetween, the springs of the end sections being firmer than the springs of the middle section.
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 7/20 - Seat parts having foamed material included in cushioning part with reinforcement
A47C 7/34 - Seat parts with springs in compression, e.g. coiled
A47C 7/35 - Combinations of different types of springsAdjustable springsAttachment of springs to other springs or to frame
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
A coupling system (200) for coupling a chair part (106) of a chair (100) to a chair seat support structure (108) of the chair (100) is provided. The coupling system (200) comprises a receiving support (204) to be provided at one of a connecting member (120) of the chair part (106) and the chair seat support structure (108), and an insert terminal (202) to be provided at the other one of the connecting member (120) of the chair part (106) and the chair seat support structure (108). The insert terminal (202) comprises a first pin (210) and a second pin (212). In a use position of the chair (100) with the chair part (106) coupled to the chair seat support structure (108) via the coupling system (200), the first pin (210) and the second pin (212) extend horizontally from a vertical surface (214) of the insert terminal (202). The receiving support (204) provides a longitudinal support guide (206) with a stop (216) at a first end of the longitudinal support guide (206), and a pin insertion opening (218) and a recess (220) at a second end of the longitudinal support guide (206). A distance between the stop (216) and the recess (220) is essentially the same as a distance between the first pin (210) and the second pin (212) such that the second pin (212) is insertable in the recess (220) when the first pin (210) abuts the stop (216).
A cushion article (100) comprises an antimicrobial adhesive layer (102) between at least two substrate layers (104). The antimicrobial adhesive layer (102) includes an antimicrobial additive (108) and an adhesive substrate (106). The substrate layers (104) are free of the antimicrobial additive (108) within the body of the substrate layer. The method includes providing at least two substrate layers (104), each substrate layer (104) being free of an antimicrobial additive (108) within the body of the substrate layer. The method further includes applying an antimicrobial adhesive layer (102) to an outer surface of at least one of the two substrate layers (104). The antimicrobial adhesive layer (102) comprising the antimicrobial additive (108) and an adhesive substrate (106). The method further includes binding the at least two substrate layers (104) together with the antimicrobial adhesive layer (102).
B32B 27/06 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance
A cushion article comprises an antimicrobial adhesive layer between at least two substrate layers. The antimicrobial adhesive layer includes an antimicrobial additive and an adhesive substrate. The substrate layers are free of the antimicrobial additive within the body of the substrate layer. The method includes providing at least two substrate layers, each substrate layer being free of an antimicrobial additive within the body of the substrate layer. The method further includes applying an antimicrobial adhesive layer to an outer surface of at least one of the two substrate layers. The antimicrobial adhesive layer comprising the antimicrobial additive and an adhesive substrate. The method further includes binding the at least two substrate layers together with the antimicrobial adhesive layer.
A47C 31/00 - Details or accessories for chairs, beds, or the like, not provided for in other groups of this subclass, e.g. upholstery fasteners, mattress protectors, stretching devices for mattress nets
A47C 27/15 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays consisting of two or more layers
C09J 5/04 - Adhesive processes in generalAdhesive processes not provided for elsewhere, e.g. relating to primers involving separate application of adhesive ingredients to the different surfaces to be joined
A bedding foundation has a linear actuator for moving a first pin forward and backwards. The first pin moves along linear slots extending through side rails of a rectangular frame. The foundation includes a lever which raises and lowers a plate independently of the movement of the linear actuator. Regardless of the position of the linear actuator, the plate may be raised or lowered. Movement of the plate imparts a massage movement to a mattress above the foundation.
A mechanism for a seating unit is provided that allows a reclining mechanism to freely rock on a rocker assembly when a locking actuator is in a first position, and that provides an auto-rocking motion, via a rocking actuator, when the locking actuator is in a second position.
A47C 3/025 - Rocking chairs with seat, or seat and back-rest unit, elastically mounted in a rigid frame
A47C 3/027 - Rocking chairs with seat, or seat and back-rest unit, elastically mounted in a rigid frame with curved rocking members between seat and frame
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
A47C 1/035 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest
42.
CHAIR MECHANISM WITH SELECTIVE AUTO-ROCKING CAPABILITY
A mechanism for a seating unit is provided that allows a reclining mechanism to freely rock on a rocker assembly when a locking actuator is in a first position, and that provides an auto-rocking motion, via a rocking actuator, when the locking actuator is in a second position.
A lift and recliner mechanism for use in seating units is provided that allows the ottoman to be extended independently of the back recline. In some aspects, the seat pitch is changed through a linkage as the ottoman extends, and as the back reclines. In other aspects, the seat pitch is changed using a separate motor. The seating unit can be moved to a lifted position, a TV position, a fully-reclined position, or a zero-gravity position with the ottoman partially extended, the seat pitch partially changed and the back partially reclined.
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
44.
CHAIR AND MECHANISM WITH IMPROVED OTTOMAN POSITIONING
An all-linkage mechanism for a seating unit is provided that allows the ottoman to be extended between a closed position and an extended position, with the top face of the ottoman facing upwardly during the entire motion. The mechanism is motorized, and may be stopped in a position intermediate the closed and extended positions, such as a laptop position. The mechanism is compact, allowing use on a high-leg, wood-to-the-floor seating unit.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A47C 1/034 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
An all-linkage mechanism for a seating unit is provided that allows the ottoman to be extended between a closed position and an extended position, with the top face of the ottoman facing upwardly during the entire motion. The mechanism is motorized, and may be stopped in a position intermediate the closed and extended positions, such as a laptop position. The mechanism is compact, allowing use on a high-leg, wood-to-the-floor seating unit.
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A tilt mechanism for a chair comprises a base (10), a back support (12) configured to support a chair back (104), a seat support (11) configured to support a chair seat (103), a first link element (30), a second link element (20), a spring element (40), and a forward sitting adjustment element (50). A first end (31) of the first link element (30) is pivotably coupled to the base (10). A first end (21) of the second link element (20) is pivotably coupled to the back support (12) and a second end (22) of the second link element (20) is coupled to a second end (32) of the first link element (30). A first end (41) of the spring element (40) is mounted at the base (10) and a second end (42) of the spring element (40) is urging against the first link element (30) at an adjustable position between the first end (31) and the second end (32) of the first link element (30). The forward sitting adjustment element (50) is movable between a first position and a second position. When the forward sitting adjustment element (50) is in the first position, a distance piece (51, 52) of the forward sitting adjustment element (50) is arranged between a stop surface (24) of the second end (22) of the second link element (20) and a stop surface (17) of the base (10) thus keeping a predefined minimum distance (18) between the stop surface (24) of the second end (22) of the second link element (20) and the stop surface (17) of the base (10). When the forward sitting adjustment element (50) is in the second position, the distance piece (51, 52) of the forward sitting adjustment element (50) is not arranged between the stop surface (24) of the second end (22) of the second link element (20) and the stop surface (17) of the base (10) thus allowing the stop surface (24) of the second end (22) of the second link element (20) to contact the stop surface (17) of the base (10).
A lift and recliner mechanism for use in seating units is provided that allows the ottoman to be extended independently of the back recline. In some aspects, the seat pitch is changed through a linkage as the ottoman extends, and as the back reclines. In other aspects, the seat pitch is changed using a separate motor. The seating unit can be moved to a lifted position, a TV position, a fully-reclined position, or a zero-gravity position with the ottoman partially extended, the seat pitch partially changed and the back partially reclined.
A47C 1/031 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
52.
Pocketed Spring Assembly Having Dimensionally Stabilizing Substrate
A pocketed spring assembly comprises a plurality of parallel strings of individually pocketed springs. A dimensionally stabilizing substrate is secured to at least some of the strings on one of the top and bottom surfaces of the strings. A scrim sheet is secured to at least some of the strings on an opposed surface of the strings to maintain the positions of the strings. The dimensionally stabilizing substrate is laterally rigid enough to maintain length and width dimensions of the coil spring assembly. However, the dimensionally stabilizing substrate is flexible enough to allow the pocketed spring assembly to be roll packed for shipping.
A47C 27/045 - Attachment of spring inlays to coveringsUse of stiffening sheets, lattices or grids under spring inlays
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 7/34 - Seat parts with springs in compression, e.g. coiled
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
A47C 7/35 - Combinations of different types of springsAdjustable springsAttachment of springs to other springs or to frame
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
A47C 7/18 - Seat parts having foamed material included in cushioning part
53.
SLIM-PROFILE, ALL-LINKAGE, WALL-PROXIMITY RECLINING MECHANISM ALLOWING A WOOD-TO-FLOOR RECLINER SEATING UNIT
A simplified, compact, recliner mechanism is provided which can be adapted to many types of recliner design. A front linkage assembly and a rear linkage assembly provide the desired movement of the seat and back when moving from the TV position to the fully reclined position, obviating the need for a track and roller design. Moreover, a front pivot link and a rear pivot link are provided and oriented in a manner that allows the desired forward seat movement as the recliner moves from the closed position to the TV position. The geometries of the front linkage assembly, the rear linkage assembly, the front pivot link and the rear pivot link allow a slim profile design allowing great flexibility in the design of the recliner.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
54.
Pocketed spring assembly having dimensionally stabilizing substrate
A pocketed spring assembly comprises a plurality of parallel strings of individually pocketed springs. A dimensionally stabilizing substrate is secured to at least some of the strings on one of the top and bottom surfaces of the strings. A scrim sheet is secured to at least some of the strings on an opposed surface of the strings to maintain the positions of the strings. The dimensionally stabilizing substrate is thicker and more rigid than the scrim sheet.
A47C 27/045 - Attachment of spring inlays to coveringsUse of stiffening sheets, lattices or grids under spring inlays
A47C 7/18 - Seat parts having foamed material included in cushioning part
A47C 7/34 - Seat parts with springs in compression, e.g. coiled
A47C 7/35 - Combinations of different types of springsAdjustable springsAttachment of springs to other springs or to frame
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
An adjustable bed base has a subframe assembly including a subframe which may be inclined relative to a stationary frame by a primary linear actuator. An articulating deck is attached to the subframe. Secondary linear actuators articulate the deck. The subframe assembly is pivotally secured to a portion of the stationary frame. The subframe may be inclined by extending the primary linear actuator which moves ramps, causing wheels attached to the subframe to ride upwardly along the ramps, thereby raising the head end of the subframe relative to the stationary frame.
An adjustable bed base has a subframe assembly including a subframe which may be inclined relative to a stationary frame by a primary linear actuator. An articulating deck is attached to the subframe. Secondary linear actuators articulate the deck. The subframe assembly is pivotally secured to a portion of the stationary frame. The subframe may be inclined by extending the primary linear actuator which moves ramps, causing wheels attached to the subframe to ride upwardly along the ramps, thereby raising the head end of the subframe relative to the stationary frame.
A chair component (200, 102) for a chair (100) is provided with a gas spring receiving hole (202) into which an end of a gas spring (104) of the chair (100) is insertable, and a removal mechanism (220) for removing the gas spring (104) from the chair component (200, 102). The removal mechanism (220) comprises a threaded bolt (222) arranged in a threaded hole (204) in the chair component (200, 102). The threaded hole (204) is arranged adjacent to the gas spring receiving hole (202). A longitudinal axis of the threaded hole (204) is essentially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the gas spring receiving hole (202). A screw drive (226) is provided at a first end of the threaded bolt (222) for turning the threaded bolt (222) in the threaded hole (204). An overlap element (228) is provided at a second end of the threaded bolt (222). The overlap element (228) extends in a radial direction beyond an outer circumference of the thread of the threaded bolt (222) to such an extent that the overlap element (228) at least partially overlaps the gas spring receiving hole (202).
A rocker recliner is disclosed that has a pair of stationary arms; a seat disposed between the arms; an ottoman; a back coupled to the seat. A full-recline linkage mechanism couples the ottoman, the seat and the back and is operable to move the ottoman, the seat and the back between a closed position, a TV position and a fully reclined position. A rocker assembly is coupled between the full-recline linkage mechanism and the stationary arms that allows the seat, back and ottoman to rock between the stationary arms in at least one of the closed position, the TV position or the fully reclined position.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
59.
Adjustable bed base with slotted mounting brackets
An adjustable bed base has a stationary frame. An articulated deck is attached to the frame. The deck may be flat or fully articulated depending upon the position of linear actuators which are secured to the frame at one end and to a brace at the other end. The deck may be further inclined due to slotted mounting brackets, thereby allowing access to components below the deck members.
An adjustable bed base has a subframe which may be raised and lowered relative to a stationary frame by primary linear actuators. A deck is attached to the subframe. The deck may be flat or fully articulated depending upon the position of secondary linear actuators which are a part of a subframe module. The subframe module may be secured to the stationary frame of the adjustable bed base. The deck may be inclined by extending one of the primary linear actuators more than the other regardless of the positions of the deck members.
An adjustable bed base may be folded in half for shipping without removing the leg assemblies. The leg assemblies are adjustable in length and may be secured in a raised position to facilitate folding the adjustable bed base. To change the length of the leg assembly, a hollow leg is moved inside a hollow receiver and fixed in place by a first push pin assembly. A second push pin assembly inside the hollow receiver fixes the leg assembly in a lowered position and a raised position for storage or shipment. Each hollow receiver is pivotally secured to a mounting bracket welded to a foldable frame of the adjustable bed base.
A comfort layer for a bedding or seating product has liquid pods sandwiched between plies of fabric. The plies of fabric are joined with seams thereby creating pockets, at least one liquid pod being inside each pocket. Each seam joining opposed plies of fabric around each of the liquid pods of the comfort layer may be segmented or solid, depending upon the fabric and type of seam.
A pocketed spring assembly comprises a plurality of parallel strings of individually pocketed springs. A dimensionally stabilizing substrate is secured to at least some of the strings on one of the top and bottom surfaces of the strings. A scrim sheet is secured to at least some of the strings on an opposed surface of the strings to maintain the positions of the strings. The dimensionally stabilizing substrate is laterally rigid enough to maintain length and width dimensions of the coil spring assembly. However, the dimensionally stabilizing substrate is flexible enough to allow the pocketed spring assembly to be roll packed for shipping.
A47C 27/045 - Attachment of spring inlays to coveringsUse of stiffening sheets, lattices or grids under spring inlays
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 7/34 - Seat parts with springs in compression, e.g. coiled
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
A47C 7/35 - Combinations of different types of springsAdjustable springsAttachment of springs to other springs or to frame
B68G 9/00 - Placing upholstery springs in pocketsFitting springs in upholstery
B68G 7/02 - Making upholstery from waddings, fleeces, mats, or the like
A47C 7/18 - Seat parts having foamed material included in cushioning part
65.
Bedding foundation having multiple lift actuators for massage effect
A bedding foundation has a linear actuator for moving a roller carriage forward and backwards. The roller carriage includes wheels which move along rails supported below a rigid platform having an opening extending through the platform. The roller carriage includes a lifter which raises and lowers a roller independently of the movement of the linear actuator. Regardless of the position of the linear actuator, the roller may be raised or lowered. The roller moves back and forth inside the opening extending through the rigid platform and imparts a massage movement to a mattress above the foundation.
A47C 19/02 - Parts or details of bedsteads not fully covered in a single one of the following subgroups, e.g. bed rails, post rails
A47C 23/02 - Spring mattresses with rigid frame or forming part of the bedstead, e.g. box springsDivan basesSlatted bed bases using leaf springs, e.g. metal strips
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
20 - Furniture and decorative products
Goods & Services
Electromechanical, adjusting drive units with embedded software for controlling powered motion mechanisms in furniture; Downloadable mobile application for controlling powered motion mechanisms in furniture Furniture; Adjustable beds; Furniture parts; Electric drive mechanisms for furniture, and parts thereof, namely, mechanically activated elements and mechanical lifting columns; Electromechanical, adjusting drive units for furniture, specifically usable with adjustable furniture including beds, and for the deviation of the head section, the foot section and the back section of beds
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
20 - Furniture and decorative products
Goods & Services
Electromechanical, adjusting drive units with embedded software for controlling powered motion mechanisms in furniture; Downloadable mobile application for controlling powered motion mechanisms in furniture Furniture; Adjustable beds; Furniture parts; Electric drive mechanisms for furniture, and parts thereof, namely, mechanically activated elements and mechanical lifting columns; Electromechanical, adjusting drive units for furniture, specifically usable with adjustable furniture including beds, and for the deviation of the head section, the foot section and the back section of beds
73.
Expandable Graphite Flame Retardant Layer For Polyurethane And Latex Foam
A flexible foam composition includes a flexible foam body having a surface, which flexible foam is polyurethane and/or latex flexible foam, and an expandable graphite layer on the surface or within the foam surface adjacent to the surface. The flexible foam composition with the expandable graphite layer imparts improved flame retardant properties to the composition.
A flexible cellular foam or fabric product is coated with a coating including highly thermally conductive nanomaterials. The highly thermally conductive nanomaterials may be carbon nanomaterials, metallic, or non-metallic solids. The carbon nanomaterials may include, but are not necessarily limited to, carbon nanotubes and graphene nanoplatelets. The highly thermally conductive nanomaterials may include but are not limited to nano-sized solids that may include graphite flakes, for example. When coated on a surface of flexible foam, the presence of nanomaterials may impart greater thermal effusivity, greater thermal conductivity, and/or a combination of these improvements. The flexible foam product may be polyurethane foam, latex foam, polyether polyurethane foam, viscoelastic foam, high resilient foam, polyester polyurethane foam, foamed polyethylene, foamed polypropylene, expanded polystyrene, foamed silicone, melamine foam, among others.
A three-layered topper for a bedding or seating product has a first piece of foam, a second piece of foam and a pocketed spring comfort layer therebetween. The pocketed spring comfort layer has individually pocketed mini coil springs. At least one of the foam pieces may be infused with metallic particles to improve thermal conductivity. Alternatively, at least one of the foam pieces may be infused with microencapsulated phase change materials to improve heat absorption. At least one of the foam pieces may have a coating to further improve thermal conductivity or heat absorption.
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/00 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas
A47C 27/15 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays consisting of two or more layers
A47C 27/14 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A comfort layer for a bedding or seating product has liquid pods sandwiched between plies of fabric. The plies of fabric are joined with seams thereby creating pockets, at least one liquid pod being inside each pocket. Each seam joining opposed plies of fabric around each of the liquid pods of the comfort layer may be segmented or solid, depending upon the fabric and type of seam.
A rocker recliner is disclosed that has a pair of stationary arms; a seat disposed between the arms; an ottoman; a back coupled to the seat. A full-recline linkage mechanism couples the ottoman, the seat and the back and is operable to move the ottoman, the seat and the back between a closed position, a TV position and a fully reclined position. A rocker assembly is coupled between the full-recline linkage mechanism and the stationary arms that allows the seat, back and ottoman to rock between the stationary arms in any of the closed position, the TV position or the fully reclined position.
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
A47C 1/035 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
79.
Bedding product with angled wedges for tilt feature
A bedding product such as an adjustable bed comprises a stationary frame which is inclined regardless of the position of the adjustable bed. The stationary frame is supported by multiple leg assemblies of different heights. Due to wedges sandwiched between the leg assemblies and mounting brackets of the stationary frame, the leg assemblies remain flat on the ground providing a stable support for the bedding product. Each leg assembly is secured to one of the mounting brackets.
A motion mechanism (200) for a chair (100) is configured to effect a coordinated movement of a chair seat (101) and chair back (102) of the chair (100). The motion mechanism (200) comprises a mechanism (201) configured to support the chair seat (101) and to couple the chair seat (101) to a chair base assembly (150), a first back support (211) configured to couple the chair back (102) to the mechanism (201), and a second back support (221) configured to couple the chair back (102) to the mechanism (201). A first end (212) of the first back support (211) is coupled via a first rotary connection (214) to the mechanism (201). A second end (213) of the first back support (211) is configured for coupling to the chair back (102). A first end (222) of the second back support (221) is coupled via a second rotary connection (224) to the mechanism (201). A second end (223) of the second back support (221) is configured for coupling to the chair back (102). An axis of rotation of the first rotary connection (214) extends in a front-rear direction (104) of the chair (100) and an axis of rotation of the second rotary connection (224) extends in the front-rear direction (104).
A motion mechanism (200) for a chair (100) is configured to effect a coordinated movement of a chair seat (101) and chair back (102) of the chair (100). The motion mechanism (200) comprises a mechanism (201) configured to support the chair seat (101) and to couple the chair seat (101) to a chair base assembly (150), a first back support (211) configured to couple the chair back (102) to the mechanism (201), and a second back support (221) configured to couple the chair back (102) to the mechanism (201). A first end (212) of the first back support (211) is coupled via a first rotary connection (214) to the mechanism (201). A second end (213) of the first back support (211) is configured for coupling to the chair back (102). A first end (222) of the second back support (221) is coupled via a second rotary connection (224) to the mechanism (201). A second end (223) of the second back support (221) is configured for coupling to the chair back (102). An axis of rotation of the first rotary connection (214) extends in a front-rear direction (104) of the chair (100) and an axis of rotation of the second rotary connection (224) extends in the front-rear direction (104).
A simplified, compact, recliner mechanism is provided which can be adapted to many types of recliner design. A front linkage assembly and a rear linkage assembly provide the desired movement of the seat and back when moving from the TV position to the fully reclined position, obviating the need for a track and roller design. Moreover, a front pivot link and a rear pivot link are provided and oriented in a manner that allows the desired forward seat movement as the recliner moves from the closed position to the TV position. The geometries of the front linkage assembly, the rear linkage assembly, the front pivot link and the rear pivot link allow a slim profile design allowing great flexibility in the design of the recliner.
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
84.
Bedding or seating product having topper with at least one thermally enhanced foam component
A three-layered topper fora bedding or seating product has a first piece of foam, a second piece of foam and a pocketed spring comfort layer therebetween. The pocketed spring comfort layer has individually pocketed mini coil springs. At least one of the foam pieces may be infused with metallic particles to improve thermal conductivity. Alternatively, at least one of the foam pieces may be infused with microencapsulated phase change materials to improve heat absorption. At least one of the foam pieces may have a coating to further improve thermal conductivity or heat absorption.
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/00 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas
A47C 27/15 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays consisting of two or more layers
A47C 27/14 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
85.
Slim-profile, all-linkage, wall-proximity reclining mechanism allowing a wood-to-floor recliner seating unit
A simplified, compact, recliner mechanism is provided which can be adapted to many types of recliner design. A front linkage assembly and a rear linkage assembly provide the desired movement of the seat and back when moving from the TV position to the fully reclined position, obviating the need for a track and roller design. Moreover, a front pivot link and a rear pivot link are provided and oriented in a manner that allows the desired forward seat movement as the recliner moves from the closed position to the TV position. The geometries of the front linkage assembly, the rear linkage assembly, the front pivot link and the rear pivot link allow a slim profile design allowing great flexibility in the design of the recliner.
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
86.
BEDDING OR SEATING PRODUCT HAVING TOPPER WITH AT LEAST ONE THERMALLY ENHANCED FOAM COMPONENT
A three-layered topper (14) for a bedding or seating product has a first piece of foam (16, 40, 46, 54, 57, 59, 63, 74, 79, 83), a second piece of foam (20, 41, 47, 55, 60, 61, 66, 77, 81, 85) and a pocketed spring comfort layer (18) therebetween. The pocketed spring comfort layer (18) has individually pocketed mini coil springs (32). At least one of the foam pieces may be infused with metallic particles to improve thermal conductivity. Alternatively, at least one of the foam pieces may be infused with microencapsulated phase change materials to improve heat absorption. At least one of the foam pieces may have a coating (42, 48, 56, 62, 76) to further improve thermal conductivity or heat absorption.
A47C 21/04 - Devices for ventilating, cooling or heating
A47C 27/045 - Attachment of spring inlays to coveringsUse of stiffening sheets, lattices or grids under spring inlays
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
87.
SLIM-PROFILE, ALL-LINKAGE, WALL-PROXIMITY RECLINING MECHANISM ALLOWING A WOOD-TO-FLOOR RECLINER SEATING UNIT
A simplified, compact, recliner mechanism is provided which can be adapted to many types of recliner design. A front linkage assembly and a rear linkage assembly provide the desired movement of the seat and back when moving from the TV position to the fully reclined position, obviating the need for a track and roller design. Moreover, a front pivot link and a rear pivot link are provided and oriented in a manner that allows the desired forward seat movement as the recliner moves from the closed position to the TV position. The geometries of the front linkage assembly, the rear linkage assembly, the front pivot link and the rear pivot link allow a slim profile design allowing great flexibility in the design of the recliner.
A47C 1/024 - Reclining or easy chairs having independently-adjustable supporting parts the parts, being the back-rest, or the back-rest and seat unit, having adjustable inclination
88.
Thermally conductive nanomaterial coatings on flexible foam or fabrics
A flexible cellular foam or fabric product is coated with a coating including highly thermally conductive nanomaterials. The highly thermally conductive nanomaterials may be carbon nanomaterials, metallic, or non-metallic solids. The carbon nanomaterials may include, but are not necessarily limited to, carbon nanotubes and graphene nanoplatelets. The highly thermally conductive nanomaterials may include but are not limited to nano-sized solids that may include graphite flakes, for example. When coated on a surface of flexible foam, the presence of nanomaterials may impart greater thermal effusivity, greater thermal conductivity, and/or a combination of these improvements. The flexible foam product may be polyurethane foam, latex foam, polyether polyurethane foam, viscoelastic foam, high resilient foam, polyester polyurethane foam, foamed polyethylene, foamed polypropylene, expanded polystyrene, foamed silicone, melamine foam, among others.
A flexible cellular foam or fabric product (1) is coated with a coating (4, 5, 150) including highly thermally conductive nanomaterials (18). The highly thermally conductive nanomaterials (18) may be carbon nanomaterials, metallic, or non-metallic solids. The carbon nanomaterials may include, but are not necessarily limited to, carbon nanotubes and graphene nanoplatelets. The highly thermally conductive nanomaterials (18) may include but are not limited to nano-sized solids that may include graphite flakes, for example. When coated on a surface of flexible foam, the presence of nanomaterials (18) may impart greater thermal effusivity, greater thermal conductivity, and/or a combination of these improvements. The flexible foam product (1) may be polyurethane foam, latex foam, polyether polyurethane foam, viscoelastic foam, high resilient foam, polyester polyurethane foam, foamed polyethylene, foamed polypropylene, expanded polystyrene, foamed silicone, melamine foam, among others.
A bedding foundation has a linear actuator for moving a roller carriage forward and backwards. The roller carriage includes wheels which move along rails supported below a rigid platform having an opening extending through the platform. The roller carriage includes a lifter which raises and lowers a roller independently of the movement of the linear actuator. Regardless of the position of the linear actuator, the roller may be raised or lowered. The roller moves back and forth inside the opening extending through the rigid platform and imparts a massage movement to a mattress above the foundation.
A flexible foam composition comprising a flexible foam structure comprising a plurality of struts, and a plurality of fibers, where a majority of the fibers are associated with the struts. The fibers may be thermally conductive fibers. The fibers include, but are not necessarily limited to, homopolymer and/or copolymer fibers having a glass transition temperature (Tg) of −50° C. (−58° F.) or greater, carbon fibers, animal-based fibers, plant-based fibers, metal fibers, and combinations thereof. The presence of fibers can impart to the flexible foam composition greater indentation force deflection (IFD), greater static thermal conductivity, improved compression set, improved height retention or durability, and/or a combination of these improvements. The flexible foam composition may be polyurethane foam, latex foam, polyether polyurethane foam, viscoelastic foam, high resilient foam, polyester polyurethane foam, foamed polyethylene, foamed polypropylene, expanded polystyrene, foamed silicone, melamine foam, among others.
A control mechanism for a chair comprises a baseplate configured to be coupled to a chair base assembly, a support plate configured to be coupled to a chair seat, and an elastic element arranged between the base plate and the support plate. The elastic element enables the support plate to be tilted with respect to the base plate around a first tilt axis and a second tilt axis different from the first tilt axis. The control mechanism further comprises a control handle configured to be actuated in an actuating direction, and at least one stop element. Each stop element is arranged between the base plate and the support plate and configured to limit a minimum distance between the base plate and the support plate at the position of the corresponding stop element. A stop element adjust mechanism is coupled to the control handle and configured to adjust the minimum distance of each stop element in response to actuating the control handle in the actuating direction.
A compact recliner mechanism for use in theater seating units is provided that allows the seat to move linearly as the seating unit moves from the closed position to the reclined position. The mechanism has a back bracket coupled to the seat plate and base plate with a linkage that moves a projected point representing the top of the back of the seating unit downwardly in vertical plane as the seating unit moves from the closed position to the reclined position. In other aspects, the seating unit has an armrest linkage coupled between the seat plate and the back that maintains an armrest lever at a horizontal orientation. Additionally, in some aspects, the base plate of the seating unit may have an adjustment feature that limits recline of the seating unit, to accommodate theater seating with different riser dimensions, and/or legs with an adjustment feature to level the seating unit on existing theater floors.
A linkage for use in reclining furniture may include a back bracket supported by forward and rear back pivot links. The bottom of the rear back pivot link may be pivotably coupled to a rear lift link and the bottom of the forward back pivot link may be pivotably coupled to the rear lift link in a different location. A control link may be pivotably coupled on one end to one of the forward back pivot link and the rear back pivot link. The control link may pull the pivoting linkage of the back bracket and the forward and back pivot links as the overall linkage is moved from a closed to a TV to a full-recline position. The resulting pivot point for the back is projected upwardly and forwardly, to a point where an upholstered back and seat meet on a finished chair.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A47C 1/032 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts being movably-coupled seat and back-rest
A pocketed spring assembly (12, 12a, 12b, 12d, 12e, 12') comprises a plurality of parallel strings of springs (26, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 26e), each string joined to at least one adjacent string, each string comprising one piece of fabric folded into first and second opposed plies of fabric. Outer pockets (34, 34b, 98) are formed along each string by transverse seams (52, 114) joining the first and second plies. One pocketed spring and at least cushion pad (54, 54a, 54', 94, 94'') is positioned in each outer pocket (34, 34b, 98). The cushion pad (54, 54a, 54', 94, 94'') may be individually pocketed. An upper end (66) of each transverse seam (52, 114) may be below an upper surface (60) of the string (26, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 26e) to partially separate adjacent outer pockets (34, 34b, 98) within a string.
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 7/35 - Combinations of different types of springsAdjustable springsAttachment of springs to other springs or to frame
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
A47C 27/20 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays with springs moulded in, or situated in openings in foamed material
A pocketed spring assembly (12, 12a, 12b, 12d, 12e, 12') comprises a plurality of parallel strings of springs (26, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 26e), each string joined to at least one adjacent string, each string comprising one piece of fabric folded into first and second opposed plies of fabric. Outer pockets (34, 34b, 98) are formed along each string by transverse seams (52, 114) joining the first and second plies. One pocketed spring and at least cushion pad (54, 54a, 54', 94, 94'') is positioned in each outer pocket (34, 34b, 98). The cushion pad (54, 54a, 54', 94, 94'') may be individually pocketed. An upper end (66) of each transverse seam (52, 114) may be below an upper surface (60) of the string (26, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 26e) to partially separate adjacent outer pockets (34, 34b, 98) within a string.
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 7/35 - Combinations of different types of springsAdjustable springsAttachment of springs to other springs or to frame
A47C 27/07 - Attaching, or interconnecting of, springs in spring inlays
A47C 27/20 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays with springs moulded in, or situated in openings in foamed material
A seating unit is provided that is moveable between closed, extended and fully reclined positions. The seating unit comprises two sides spaced from one another and a seat extending between the two sides, an extendable ottoman and a chair back extending upwardly from a rearward edge of the seat. The seating unit further comprises a side plate adjacent each of the two sides and at least one support tube extending between the side plates. The seating unit has a linkage mechanism supported on the side plates and coupling at least the ottoman and the chair back. A motor is coupled to the linkage mechanism to move the seating unit between the closed, extended and fully reclined positions, wherein the motor extends above the at least one support tube.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
A motorized positioning apparatus for a seating unit includes a motor assembly that is configured to move a pair of linkage mechanisms though a series of positions that arrange the seating unit in a closed position, open position, or extended position. The motor assembly is selectively and releasably coupled to the linkage mechanisms, to allow the motor assembly to be manually closed by the user and automatically coupled via a coupling mechanism.
A47C 1/0355 - Reclining or easy chairs having coupled adjustable supporting parts the parts including a leg-rest or foot-rest in combination with movably-coupled seat and back-rest actuated by linkages, e.g. lazy-tongs mechanisms
