Generally, when we think of ergonomic seating, we visual a stylish, comfortable, office chair. It is true that most of our clients are indeed designers and manufacturers of task seats. However, our air seating solutions aren’t just perfect for those sitting at a desk, they also form an essential part of seats used in vehicles, whether it is for work or play.

Ergonomics for driver seats

As drivers, we have an understanding of the dangers associated with driving, we are constantly aware of the risk we carry if involved in a crash resulting in injury. However, are we also aware that each year thousands of people suffer from back and neck injuries caused, not through an accident but from the very seat we sit in?

It isn’t only high mileage drivers who are at risk, anyone who drives regularly can suffer discomfort or even injury. Here are the main causes:

Sitting for long periods of time
Incorrect seating position
Incorrect posture
Making awkward twists and turns
Vibration of the road surface

The discomfort suffered can range from minor to quite sever pain, such as:

Pins and needles
Joint stiffness
Aching neck and/or shoulders
Back pain
Deterioration of the health of the spine

Ergonomic strategy

Many companies who employ drivers are aware of the importance of incorporating driver ergonomics in their health and safety policies. These companies also provide training to the drivers to explain how sitting correctly with a better posture, adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors to suit and taking thought in how they get in and out of their vehicle, can protect their neck and spine health.

How can air seating help the automotive industry?

We work with vehicle seat manufacturers and car race seat designers, providing our air seating solutions for them to incorporate in their products. Our dynamic air seating components allows the body to adapt and move to different seat positions, continually providing support, regardless of the body shape and size, responding to every move.

Our air seating technology supports the lower back while at the same time stimulates muscles as the user moves while driving. This helps maintain an optimum position which alleviates the stress caused to the neck and spine and reduces the chance of injury.