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In The Shop: Understanding Side Impact Airbags

October 14, 2019 By Nadeem Muaddi 1 Comment

The Hog Ring - Understanding Side Impact Airbags

Check out the November 2019 issue of The Shop magazine to read "Understanding Side Impact Airbags" — a MUST READ article for every automotive trimmer. … [Read more...] about In The Shop: Understanding Side Impact Airbags

Read This Before Sewing Airbag Seams

May 7, 2019 By Joseph Pavich 29 Comments

The Hog Ring - Side Impact Airbag Seams

One of the most heated debates in the auto upholstery industry is whether or not shops should repair seats equipped with side impact airbags (SIAB). … [Read more...] about Read This Before Sewing Airbag Seams

Warning: Takata Airbags Could Kill You

July 14, 2017 By Nadeem Muaddi Leave a Comment

The Hog Ring - Warning - Takata Airbags Could Kill You

Auto trimmers need to be extremely careful working on vehicles equipped with Takata airbags. Honda Motor Company confirmed this week that a man was killed while repairing the interior of a 2001 Honda Accord, which was equipped with defective airbags. … [Read more...] about Warning: Takata Airbags Could Kill You

Smart Fabric Makes Airbags More Effective

June 7, 2016 By Nadeem Muaddi Leave a Comment

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - BeBop Sensors

If you think smart fabrics are just a fad, think again. Automakers and technology firms are continuing to develop textiles with electronic components woven into their fibers that will make car interiors more convenient and safe. The latest is BeBop Sensors, which is manufacturing a seat lining that measures a vehicle occupant's height, weight and movement in real-time in order … [Read more...] about Smart Fabric Makes Airbags More Effective

Should We Not Resew Backseats Either?

February 10, 2016 By Naseem Muaddi 14 Comments

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Seat Airbag

Seat airbags have complicated the work of many auto upholstery professionals, who are concerned that if they repair seat covers and the airbags underneath don’t deploy correctly they could be held liable. Until recently, the issue was largely limited to front-seat backrests. However, in recent years, automakers have also begun installing airbags in rear-seat base cushions. … [Read more...] about Should We Not Resew Backseats Either?

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