During a recent trip to Colombia, Panama, and Guatemala with his mother, William Loy, Production Manager at Freedman Seating, found himself asking a powerful question: What more can be done? That question led him to join forces with nonprofit organizations Volunteer World and International Volunteer to help build and renovate schools in some of the most underserved regions of […]
Elkhart, Ind. — LCI Industries (NYSE: LCII), through its wholly owned subsidiary, Lippert Components, Inc. (“Lippert”), a leading supplier of engineered components to the recreation and transportation markets, today announced that it has acquired substantially all of the business assets of Freedman Seating Company (“Freedman”), an Illinois-based manufacturer of transportation seating solutions. For over 130 years, […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 17, 2025 Illinois Manufacturers’ Association Welcomes New Board Members SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) has named five new members to its Board of Directors as the association continues to build on its strong record of leadership on behalf of manufacturers across the state. “These new members bring years of leadership […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, February 7, 2025 CONTACT: Gov.Press@illinois.gov EDGE incentives create 50 new full-time jobs and retain nearly 700 jobs in Austin community CHICAGO- Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined Freedman Seating Company and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) to announce new investments in the company’s Chicago manufacturing facility that will create 50 […]
The Freedman Seating Intern Cohort (FSIC) in Chicago offers paid, hands-on learning experience for college students interested in manufacturing, engineering, business, and related fields. Interns will collaborate with experienced professionals, gain industry-specific knowledge, and contribute to projects across various departments. The program fosters a supportive environment, providing valuable insight into the transportation seating industry, while […]
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Freedman Seating Company Chairman, Gerald “Jerry” Freedman. He left us peacefully, surrounded by those he loved. Jerry was a remarkable leader who inspired Freedman’s core values of integrity, community, pride and ownership. His unwavering commitment to these principles shaped not only the company but […]
Founder Hyman Freedman Received an Honorable Mention at The Columbian Exposition Chicago, IL — It was over 130 years ago when Hyman Freedman and his employer, Columbia Cab Company, exhibited at the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. Hyman Freedman exhibited in the popular Transportation Building (now Jackson Park in Chicago). An elaborately decorated golden arch […]
Our design team has modified the popular 3PT Foldaway to be even more attractive and space conscious. The 3PT SpaceSaver Foldaway is designed to sit closer to the wall, adding aisle space when the seat is both deployed and stowed. See chart below. The redesigned SpaceSaver Foldaway requires no new testing and uses the same […]
From flooring to HVAC, cameras to wheelchair lifts, there is no shortage of must-have components to consider when purchasing a bus. Whether propane or electric, shuttle or coach — passenger needs should be heavily considered when it comes to the bus’s interior, perhaps nothing more than seating. Here are three features you should have already […]
For Immediate Release Freedman Seating Names Stan Brzezniak Director of Sales The transition includes John Mienik as Senior Business Development and South Eastern Sales Manager. Chicago, IL – Freedman Seating announced today the advancement of Stan Brzezniak to Director of Sales – Bus, effective January 1, 2023. Brzezniak previously held the position of Business Development […]
Strap yourself in and find out how Freedman Seating has become the cornerstone of the transportation industry. Since 1892, Freedman Seating (Freedman) has been engineering and manufacturing seats and seating-related products for a variety of commercial applications. Handed down over four generations, the family-run business has gone on to become North America’s leading supplier of […]
Second Annual Coolest Thing Made in Indiana Contest Tips Off Today November 3, 2022 (INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s second annual Coolest Thing Made in Indiana tournament has officially tipped off with online voting now open at www.indianachamber.com/coolestthing. The contest, which celebrates the state’s long manufacturing history, boasts a 54-company field. There are a […]