MOUNTING ADAPTOR FOR SEAT ASSEMBLY, AND SEAT ASSEMBLY HAVING MOUNTING ADAPTOR

摘要

Adaptors are disclosed for a seat assembly. The adaptors may be used for mounting a support extending substantially across a frame between first and second side members. The adaptor may be attachable to an opening in the frame. The support may include a hook having a bending distal end. The adaptor includes a non-metal body including a mounting structure configured for attaching the body to the opening in the frame, a passageway extending through the body for receiving the hook, and a seat within the body for securing the bending distal end of the hook to the adaptor. The mounting structure is configured so that when the support is loaded the adaptor is loaded by the hook substantially in compression. Alternatively, other designs with the loading in compression or tension are possible whereby the adaptor includes other combinations of features. Seat assemblies are also disclosed. The support may be a seat back or bottom, or a lumbar support. Methods of assembly are also disclosed.