Patent ID: 6754922
Filing Date: 2004-06-29
Classification: A47C

Abstract:
An adjustable supporting device for upholstery of one of seating and reclining furniture, comprising:a) a first supporting part, said first supporting part being configured for supporting the upholstery, and said first supporting part defining an upper limiting plane and a lower limiting plane; b) a second supporting part disposed adjacent the first supporting part, the second supporting part being configured for supporting the upholstery; c) the first supporting part and the second supporting part being jointedly connected to one another and pivotable relative to one another; d) an electromotive drive disposed on the first supporting part; e) the first supporting part including a substantially hollow profile, and the electromotive drive being substantially accommodated within the hollow profile; f) the electromotive drive including an output element operatively associated with the first and second supporting parts for pivoting the first and second supporting parts relative to each other; and g) the electromotive drive being disposed between the upper limiting plane and the lower limiting plane of the first supporting part.