Molded-in Faux Stitching

The realistic appearance of a hand-wrapped leather insert with French and Coach seams was achieved on this door panel using a 1-piece molded spray urethane part without need for separate operations. The realistic appearance of leather stretching, bunching, and stitching is achieved via a silicone mold cast from leather originals. Each of the vehicle’s four-door panels retains its own unique bunching and stretching pattern, yet each panel is absolutely repeatable vehicle-to-vehicle. The result is a $50 USD/vehicle cost savings, better quality, perfect repeatability, and greater durability.

OEM/Vehicle 2010MY Ford Motor Co.: Ford®   Taurus® Sedan System Supplier Ford Motor Co. Material Processor Automotive Components Holdings

Material Supplier BASF & Red Spot Paint Resin Elastoskin® 50555 PU Tooling/Equipment Supplier Frimo

For More Information See: http://www.plastics-car.com/Upholstery