First Use of Urethane Foam Seat Cushioning

Believed to be the earliest use of polyurethane foam in automotive seating, this application was featured on the rear seat of the 1957MY Desoto and Chrysler 300 2-door hardtops by then Chrysler Corp.   The urethane seat topper replaced cotton batting and latex-rubber sponge products, providing a 50-60% weight and 10-20% piece-cost savings plus lower manufacturing and assembly costs.  It also increased seat comfort, durability, flexibility, and breathability for consumers. Flame-retardant materials were used for safety.

OEM/Vehicle 1957MY Chrysler Corp. DeSoto & Chrysler 300 2-Door Hardtop System Supplier Reynolds Chemical Products

Material Supplier Union Carbide (Now Bayer MaterialScience) Resin PUR

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Anti-Stain Finish for Cloth Seats

Materials that typically soil and stain cloth are easily cleaned off even after significant wear takes place. Moisture-barrier, antistatic, and odor-resistant properties are also retained after wear.  The improved fluoroalkyl resin coating uses the same pad/spray application method as previous technology while reducing costs 15%.

OEM/Vehicle Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group 2011 Hyundai Soul CUV & Kia Optima mid-size sedan System Supplier Kolon Glotech Inc. Material Processor Kolon Glotech Inc.

Material Supplier Kolon Glotech Inc. Resin Cleantex Innoclean Polyester Tooling/Equipment Supplier Kolon Glotech Inc.

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