<p>A fastening system for connecting an edge of a fabric material with a mounting structure includes a retaining clip (100). The retaining clip (100) includes a thermoplastic securing member and a body portion. The retaining clip also includes a first portion of the body configured for connecting the thermoplastic securing member to the structure. The retaining clip also includes a second portion of the body located distal from the first portion and comprising a channel (114) between a first extension member (111) and a second extension member. The channel has received therein the edge (122) of the fabric material and the first and second extension members (111, 112) sandwich the edge of the fabric material therebetween. A system comprising an integral suspension fabric having an edge and a fastening clip for use in securing a seat cover to a seat is also disclosed. A method of making an integrated and unitary retainer clip and material is also disclosed.</p>
申请公布号
WO2004014690(A1)
申请公布日期
2004.02.19
申请号
WO2003US23192
申请日期
2003.07.25
申请人
JOHNSON CONTROLS TECHNOLOGY COMPANY;HUTTON, WILLIAM, DEXTER;MOILANEN, GERALD, MARVIN