Molded manufacturing for modular furniture

a technology of modular furniture and manufacturing methods, applied in the direction of convertible stools, bedstools, chairs, etc., can solve the problems of production errors and high manufacturing costs, and achieve the effect of convenient interchangeability and convenient transportation and storag

Inactive Publication Date: 2020-08-20
THE LOVESAC CORP
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The patent describes furniture components that can be easily separated and joined together in a modular furniture assembly. This allows for easy transport and storage, and also allows for different furniture configurations to be created using just a few basic components. The length of the base is designed to be interchangeable as a backrest or armrest, making it easy to create different furniture configurations. Overall, this modular design makes it easier to assemble and disassemble furniture, and also allows for flexibility in creating different furniture configurations.

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This method of manufacturing can be costly, labor intensive, and can lead to errors in production.

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[0027]The manufacturing process of modular furniture can be time consuming complex and unreliable when a large number of parts are required. When many pieces need to be combined, a significant number of man hours must be spent assembling the furniture piece and checking quality to ensure proper assembly.

[0028]The apparatus and manufacturing methods disclosed herein provide a streamlined, simplified method of manufacturing modular furniture components. In particular, the methods described herein require minimal assembly, which lessens manufacturing time and cost. For example, manufacturing methods according to the present disclosure reduce the number of components needed to form a modular furniture base or transverse structure, thus reducing the labor associated with assembly thereof, as well as reducing quality assurance and other costly processes.

[0029]FIG. 1A is a perspective view of a modular furniture assembly in the form of a chair 10, one or more components of which may be man...

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Abstract

A method for manufacturing a furniture frame using molding techniques. A structural base is molded to create the base structure for modular furniture. Cushioning material is secured on the base structure of the modular furniture and layer(s) of upholstery material are applied over the cushioning material secured on the base structure.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]The present application claims priority to and the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 806,516, under 35 U.S.C. 119(e), filed Feb. 15, 2019, entitled INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING FOR MODULAR FURNITURE, which is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION1. The Field of the Invention[0002]This invention is in the field of furniture and manufacturing of furniture. In particular, the present invention relates to apparatus and methods of manufacturing modular furniture components.2. The Relevant Technology[0003]Modular furniture can be used to create customized furniture, such as sectionals, couches, chairs, beds, and other furniture items. Modular furniture components are generally manufactured using base members and transverse members that require frames, cushioning, and upholstery. During the manufacturing process of modular furniture components, it is often necessary to manufacture multiple parts an...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): B68G7/05A47C7/28A47C5/12A47C7/24A47C7/18B68G5/00
CPCA47C5/12B68G7/05A47C7/24B68G5/00A47C7/28A47C7/18A47C23/06A47C27/06A47C27/14A47C13/005A47C7/028A47C27/148A47C19/005A47C7/622A47C17/86A47C17/04A47C7/628A47C7/35B29C45/14B29L2031/58
Inventor NELSON, SHAWN D.UNDERWOOD, DAVID M.KUCHLER, BRIANGIBSON, CLINTRAEYMAEKERS, BART
Owner THE LOVESAC CORP
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