Company:
Llebroc Industries

Project Details

Fabric 1

Nautolex
Producer: Tidal Wave
Supplier: OMNOVA Solutions


Design Name
Bryan Corbell

Design Company
Llebroc Industries

Fabrication Name
Bryan Corbell

Fabrication Company
Llebroc Industries

Project Manager Name
Greg Carman

Project Manager Company
Llebroc Industries


Please describe the project specifications

The project was to create a functional SX model helm chair that achieved a high end automotive type appearance. The SX chair required development of a specialized molded back as well as an extensive amount of fabric, foam and starboard engineering that included quilted material sewn in conjunction with flat fabric. 3D modeling and CAD were utilized in the development stages to create the SX helm chair. The base upholstery utilized on the SX helm chair was converted using OMNOVA Solutions Nautolex Tidal Wave marine vinyl. Tidal Wave provides a solution to the pink discoloration; (staining), found on the surface of light colored marine vinyl upholstery.


What was the purpose of this project? What did the client request?

The marine seating market requires helm seats that provide quality, design and performance. The SX helm seat creates a higher level of innovation with it's superb craftsmanship and engineering. The performance of the seat is additionally improved with the prevention of pink staining occurrences on the vinyl substrate. The prevention of pink stain results in the longer life of the seat and cost savings for the boat owner.


What is unique or complex about the project?

The overall engineering of the SX helm chair was both unique and complex. The project began with the use of Tidal Wave anti-pinking marine vinyl to provide a solution and warranty against pink staining. Tidal Wave had to be compatible with quilting and foam lamination.
The seat construction started with CNC cut foam and each piece was engineered for an exact fit before the vinyl was installed. Tidal Wave vinyl was also CNC cut to match each foam piece prior to fabrication for an exact fit and finish. While many fabricators struggle with extreme radiuses, Llebroc was able to form multiple radiuses without wrinkles or creases.


What were the results of the project?

The SX helm chair provides a new level of ergonomics providing all day comfort to the end user. In addition the SX seat represents innovative technology combined with superb craftsmanship for a problem free product. The upholstery protects against pink-staining while the overall aesthetics including top stitching and creative accents set the trend.


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