More seating capacity: Company plans West Side expansion. | Crain’s Chicago

By Alby Gallun December 14, 2011 Freedman Seating Co., which makes seats for buses and trucks, plans a 170,000-square-foot expansion of its headquarters and factory on the West Side, financing the project with $5.7 million in tax-exempt bonds. The company, which started out making seat cushions for horse-drawn buggies more than 120 years ago, has […]

Freedman introduces the new GO Seat at BusCon

Available in early 2012, the new Go Seat is the latest in innovative design by Freedman Seating Company.  Designed for easy customization, the Go Seat is shipped “option ready” giving you the flexibility to quickly add accessories in the field.  Lock N Go cushions provide easy cover replacement and in the field serviceability.    For more […]

Freedman Cares – Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 2011

Freedman Seating employees are participating in the 2011 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk to raise money for the American Cancer Society and the fight against breast cancer.  You too can participate by donating money to the cause or joining us in Chicago on October 16th to walk with us. For more information on how […]

The NEW Shield Sport Seat

The Shield Sport seat fits all Ford E-Series and Chevy cutaway seat delete bases.  With the new 202A compliant headrest for head & neck support, Lemans Adjustable armrest, 4 way adjustable lumbar and European styling, The Shield Sport is the ultimate in comfort and value. Learn more: http://freedmanseating.com/seats_and_accessories/drivers_seats/shield_sport_seat/

TDSS Retrofit Kits

We now offer TDSS retrofit kits. We have kits to work with either “L” track fittings or Slide N’ Click fittings. TDSS retrofit kits are quick and easy to install and do not require any drillings or special tools. Both kits work with all FW foldaways and can ship by UPS. Also, we offer regular […]

Bringing an outsider into family firm. | Crain’s Chicago

By Barbara B. Buchholz March 8, 1999 The continuing growth of many family businesses has proved a boon to the economy and an incentive to budding entrepreneurs. But it also has created a potential void: a dearth of family members to lead a booming firm and take the positions that come with expansion. “There’s less likelihood […]

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