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 Bellagio 3PT Foldaway to be even more space conscious. The Bellagio 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. Dimension SpaceSaver Advantage Stowed aisle space ADA Clear Floor + 1 1/4” […]
Metal fabrication shops share experiences with using cobots and other welding automation. Welding automation is nothing new for Marvin Herrera and Corey Mays, as their jobs have incorporated it in some form or another for years. Their respective workplaces, Freedman Seating Co. and CM Welding & Machine, had traditional robotic cells in place. Both companies have introduced cobots […]
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 […]
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 […]
For Immediate Release Freedman Seating Introduces New Line of RV and Camper Van Products Captain’s chairs, passenger foldaway seating, and accessories for commercial and recreational vehicles. Chicago, IL – Freedman Seating Company, a leading manufacturer of transportation seating for over 125 years, is reigniting a historical presence in the recreational vehicle market. A fresh line […]
To all Freedman Seating Customers, As we continue to navigate the new normal because of the COVID-19 pandemic, we want to update our customers. As always, our priority is safety; the safety of our employees and the people who use our products. From there, we are committed to serving you and America’s Transportation infrastructure. Currently, […]
Freedman PPE Supplies Protect In Public and Shared Spaces Freedman Seating, transportation’s #1 supplier of seats and safety solutions develops new products to help fight the spread of germs in hotels and hospitality, medical, commercial and professional buildings and places of worship. Last April, Freedman Seating Company, with essential manufacturing in Illinois and Indiana, introduced […]
During this season, Freedman Seating Company takes time to reflect upon the good things we have…like our partnership with you! We would like to express our sincerest appreciation for the trust you have placed in us. While maintaining a commitment to excellent customer service, we feel it’s important to echo our core values as a […]
Technical Bulletin 20002 The use of UV Light Disinfection on surfaces in buses, trucks, ships, trains, or other vehicles Freedman Seating Company is committed to the health and safety of the passengers and staff of customers and their customers and riders. To fight the spread of COVID-19 and other pathogens, transit authorities, private operators and […]
Freedman Mobility Seating (FMS) employees, friends and families will walk and raise funds to support the American Cancer Society’s efforts to fight cancer. Making Strides of Chicago Saturday, October 5th, 2019 Central Park 295 E Mishawaka Ave Mishawaka, IN Visit our Team Site to Donate or Join Us! Almost everyone has been touched by breast […]
Our team has been working on developing a new website to meet the growing needs of our customers, their customers, vendors and industry partners. We took the time to talk to customers, employees and industry leaders about what their current and future expectations are of us and based on this, we now have a new, […]
Celebrating its 35th year in 2019, the International Luxury Coach and Transportation Show is the biggest convention in the world for the luxury charter transportation industry. Set in Las Vegas, it is the ultimate destination for operators around the globe seeking education, product showcases and peer-to-peer networking. Freedman Seating and FMS Seating (booth #443) will feature the […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact John-Paul Paonessa Marketing Manager 773-524-2440 Ext. 394 jp.paonessa@freedmanseating.com Freedman Seating Commemorates 125 Years Founder Hyman Freedman Received an Honorable Mention at The Columbian Exposition Chicago, IL — It was over 125 years ago when Hyman Freedman and his employer, Columbia Cab Company, exhibited at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition […]
In its third tour in three years, Freedman Seating featured new products and safety solutions for vans and buses, totaling 100,000 miles traveled across the US and Canada since 2016. Chicago, IL – Freedman Seating Company recently completed a 10-month tour of the United States promoting the latest in transit seating for the small and […]
CMI Enterprises to Build New Vinyl Plant in North Carolina – Bringing Vinyl Manufacturing Back to the US The new facility will cut vinyl production time in half, while creating new jobs for American workers and supporting the revival of US Manufacturing in automotive & related sectors. FOREST CITY, N.C., January 16, 2017 — CMI […]
ROCHESTER, Ind. – Tucked somewhere between Leiters Ford and Rochester sits FMS Seating, a company known for making some of the most top of the line seats in the transportation industry. “The focus in this market is really high end, luxury, comfort,” said Managing Director, Christy Nunes. One major key is they are 100% hand crafted […]
Chicago, IL – On December 21, 2011, Freedman Seating Company of Chicago, IL purchased the assets of Braun Seating. The new company, Freedman Mobility Seating (FMS), will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of Freedman Seating out of the former Braun Seating facility in Leiters Ford, Ind. with a continued focus on servicing the needs […]
Position Summary: Joins and reinforces parts of fabric to create seat covers. Additional duties as needed. Hours are 7 am to 3:30 pm Monday-Friday. Details: Selects thread, according to specifications or color of parts Aligns parts, fasteners, or trimmings, following seams, edges, or markings on parts Sew parts with various types of stitches such as […]
Position Summary: Daily responsibilities of all shipping and receiving activities including loading/unloading trucks, calling for truck pickup, BOL documents, computer entry of received goods, inventory movement to production floor. Additional duties as needed. Hours are 7 am to 3:30 pm Monday-Friday. Experience: Forklift: 1 year (Required) Warehouse management: 1 year (desired) Language: English (Preferred) How […]
During this season, Freedman Seating takes time to reflect upon the good things we have…like our partnership with you! We would like to express our sincerest appreciation for the trust you have placed in us. While maintaining a commitment to excellent customer service, we feel it’s important to echo our core values as a fourth generation […]
Position Summary: Assembles bus seat in accordance with blueprints and instruction booklets. The assembler needs to have hand-eye coordination. Duties and Responsibilities: Abides OSHA and FSC rules and regulations for safety. Wear typical protection gear in an environment that contain dust, odors and noise. Work well under pressure. Ability to complete 12-14 upholstered seats per shift […]