Patent ID: 6197140
Filing Date: 2001-03-06
Classification: B29D,Y10S,Y10T

Abstract:
A method for forming a cushion by bonding together premolded skins of elastomeric materials, the method for forming a cushion comprising the steps of:(a) providing premolded elastomeric first and second skins;(b) providing a mold with first and second mold parts;(c) positioning the first skin in the first part of the mold;(d) positioning fill material atop the first skin in the first part of the mold;(e) applying a layer of elastomer at points of connection of the first skin to the second elastomeric skin;(f) positioning the second skin on top of the fill material;(g) pressing the first and second mold parts into connection, thereby bonding the layer of elastomer between the first and second skins;(h) providing a mounting member positioned on at least one premolded skin of elastomeric material, wherein the mounting member is integral with at least one premolded skin of elastomeric material, wherein the mounting member is an indentation formed in at least one premolded skin of elastomeric material; and(i) providing a reinforcement member positioned around the indentation formed in least one premolded skin of elastomeric material.