• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Home
  • About
  • Forum
  • Design Studio
  • Upholstery Jobs
  • Newsletter
  • Sponsors

The Hog Ring

Auto Upholstery Community

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Twitter

Haartz Introduces Custom Weave Tops

March 10, 2016 By Nadeem Muaddi

Auto Upholstery - Haartz Corporation - Mini Union Jack

In 2012, we reported that The Haartz Corporation was experimenting with technology that would allow automakers in the future to create convertible soft tops with custom woven patterns — an industry first that could revolutionize vehicle aesthetics.

Well, the future is here, as the public can now purchase a 2016 Mini Cooper with a Union Jack woven into its convertible soft top.

The Union Jack is made possible with Haartz’ jacquard weaving technology, where up to three distinct colors of yarn can be combined into an infinite number of weave patterns and color combinations.

We’ve seen Haartz’ jacquard weaving technology utilized once before. In 2013, Chevrolet manufactured a limited-edition Camaro with racing stripes woven into its convertible top. However, the 2016 Mini Cooper is the first vehicle sold in the United States to offer custom weaving as an option on its mass-produced model.

Of course, the custom weaving does not harm the integrity of the vehicle’s soft-top fabric in any way. The jacquard material is a three-ply topping with a rubber inner layer and polyester dobby backing. The material helps with improved acoustics and comes from Haartz’ Sonnenland line.

Matt Williams, director of business development for Haartz, told us in December that the weaving technology is “providing design flexibility to the OEMs” — allowing them to use the same quality soft-top fabric in new and exciting ways.

What’s more, Williams said the market for custom convertible tops is growing.

“We conducted research in 2014 that shows more than 65 percent of consumers would like to see more affordable soft-top convertible offerings and soft-tops are the best open-air option,” Williams said in a recent press release.

Although it’s not yet clear how custom weaving will affect the aftermarket for soft tops, you can bet that as more automakers embrace this technology, our auto upholstery shops will be tasked with installs. I, for one, am excited and can’t wait!

To learn more about The Haartz Corporation, visit Haartz.com.

Filed Under: Archive, Site Sponsors Tagged With: 2016 Mini Cooper, Auto Trim, Auto Upholstery, Car Interior, Convertible Top, Haartz Corporation, Jacquard Weaving Technology

Primary Sidebar

anal porno bangbros rus porno yaşlı porno konulu porno olgun porno porno izle sarışın porno bakire sex 69 porno

THR Sponsors

NC Sewing Machines
Miami Corporation - Right Rail Ad 3
  • Douglass Interior Products
  • Albright's Supply
  • OEM+ Banner Ad - The Hog Ring
  • Hyde Leather
  • Leather Craft
  • Keyston Bros

THR Favorites

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Door Panel Vinyl

Where to Find Mustang Door Panel Vinyl

Since its debut in 2005, the fifth-generation … [more] about Where to Find Mustang Door Panel Vinyl

The Hog RIng - How to Bind an Isolated Hole in Carpet

How to Bind an Isolated Hole in Carpet

Want to learn how to bind an isolated hole in … [more] about How to Bind an Isolated Hole in Carpet

Should Auto Trimmers Join SEMA PRO?

In recent months, there’s been some talk … [more] about Should Auto Trimmers Join SEMA PRO?

Top 10 Wacky Car Interiors

We auto upholsterers have seen it all - from … [more] about Top 10 Wacky Car Interiors

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Trim by Fisher

Paying Staff Hourly, Salary or Commission?

What follows is a touching personal account … [more] about Paying Staff Hourly, Salary or Commission?

The Hog Ring - Daniel Williams of DJ Designs Talks Shop

Daniel Williams of DJ Designs Talks Shop

In roughly 10 years, Daniel Williams has gone … [more] about Daniel Williams of DJ Designs Talks Shop

Categories

Footer

Recent Articles

  • Do Dark Car Interiors Really Get Hotter Than Light Ones?
  • Trimmer Douglas Kasten Dies at 90
  • This Cadillac’s Wood Trim is Actually Recycled Newspapers
  • 6 Ways Auto Trimmers Can Stay Cool in a Heat Wave
  • Save Your SEMA Receipts! The Show is Tax Deductible

Recent Comments

  • Edward Munday on Hidden Mouse Nest? How to Charge for the Extra Dirty Work
  • Jack on Keyston Bros. Acquires DLT Corporation
  • Brodie Smith on Aston Martin Just Introduced a New Convertible DB12
  • THE CAPTAIN on 6 Tips for Turning Callers into Customers
  • Dmei on Star Wars Seat Covers are ‘So Wizard’

Advertise With Us!

We're always looking for companies to collaborate with. Watch this short video about the benefits of sponsorship and then email us to say hi.

Copyright © 2025 · Magazine Pro On Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in