How did TICSEA forge an indissoluble bond with "seat design"?
The story dates back to 2006. Back then, TICSEA was still mainly engaged in basic seat OEM processing, with lackluster business performance.Until one summer vacation, the boss went on a research trip to the northern regions. The scorching sun blazed down on the vast farmlands of the north, where people had already started mechanized farming. The young boss spent a day working alongside a tractor driver. The bumpy hard tractor seat left him with a sore back, aching waist, and numb palms.Upon closer observation, he realized the problems with these basic seats went far beyond that:
- poor wrapping that failed to conform to the body's curves.
- intense vibrations that left people physically and mentally exhausted after long hours of work.
- lack of arm support while driving, which easily led to strain injuries.
- most critically, safety concerns—most seats didn't even have seatbelts and safety switch.
It was then that a thought suddenly struck him: "Why can't agricultural machinery seats be both safe and comfortable?"
Thus, he returned to the company with these issues and set out to establish a R&D team, initiating one discussion meeting after another within the company. The shift from questioning whether "such a small seat could make a big difference" to the entire team firmly supporting R&D stemmed from a single belief: "Enabling workers to sit more comfortably and safely is the most valuable thing to do."
Under his leadership, the company embarked on a path of iterative innovation. Starting from ergonomic principles, they designed modular tractor seats that can be independently equipped with safety belts, armrests, and headrests. More breakthroughly, shock absorbers were incorporated to fundamentally reduce jolts. To uphold the quality bottom line, a dedicated Quality Production and Inspection Department was established, and every sample must undergo rigorous tests such as burst impact and extreme weather resistance. They used sandbags to simulate different body types, tested the shock absorption limits with springs, and even tied samples to tractors to race through mud pits.
The Quality Department imposed even stricter regulations: seats must withstand an impact of 500 kilograms, extreme cold of -30°C, and 8 hours of exposure to intense sunlight before leaving the factory, ensuring they are durable in complex environments such as farmlands and construction sites. Finally, the Logistics Department provides full escort to safely deliver these well-tested products to customers.
Today, those once "bare-bones" tractor seats have long evolved into driving companions that balance comfort, support, and safety. When the first generation of agricultural machinery seats—equipped with shock absorbers, adjustable armrests, and three-point seatbelts—hit the market, long-time customers widened their eyes and said, "Sitting in this feels just like a sofa!"We smiled and replied, "Because we’ve sat in it ourselves a thousand times first."
It is precisely this commitment to quality that has earned our seats a rock-solid reputation around the world. Going forward, we will continue to innovate, steadfastly ensuring that every worker can enjoy a little more comfort and peace of mind amid their busy labor.
Help to make a choice: ask TICSEA seating specialists for advice
Choosing between a rigid or suspension seat for your tractor requires considering multiple factors, including budget, personal preference, and the nature of your work. Rigid mechanical seats excel in durability and cost-effectiveness, but the final choice should ultimately align with your individual needs and working conditions. Undecided? TICSEA’s seating specialists are ready to assist you!