Abstract: A support frame assembly for use in the manufacture of furniture, including a pair of frame members, one or more support springs and spring anchors for coupling the springs to the frames. The springs function as a load absorbing resilient base for padding and/or cushioning used in the seating construction. The spring anchors are used in securing each end of the springs under tension to a frame member. Each spring anchor is formed as a generally P-shaped clip, having a flange portion which merges into and is integral with a loop portion which defines a bore extending therethrough. The loop portion is formed as a continuous fully closed loop to provide the anchor clip with increased structural integrity and to better resist deformation upon the application of load forces to the spring. The flange portion is secured directly to the frame member in a position so that the loop portion projects forwardly past an edge of the frame member closest towards the other opposing frame member.

Abstract: A seating frame is disclosed in which the ends of seat springs are coupled to two spaced opposing metal frame members by plastic clips which have been secured in a friction-fit-manner to flanges formed in each frame member. The flange of each frame member extending in a direction away from the opposing frame member to an open end. Each clip having a generally S-shaped profile and including a frame engaging hook portion which is separated from a spring engaging hook portion by a central portion of the clip. The frame engaging hook portion and central portion defining a slot opening in a first direction, and which is sized to receive therein in a friction-fit the open end of a flange. The spring retaining hook portion and central portion defining a second slot opening in a direction opposite to the first direction, and which is sized to receive and retain therein one end of the spring.

Abstract: A furniture frame is disclosed in which the ends of furniture springs are coupled to two spaced opposing metal frame members by plastic clips which have been secured in a friction-fit-manner to flanges formed in each frame member. The flange of each frame member extending in a direction away from the opposing frame member to an open end. Each clip having a generally S-shaped profile and including a frame engaging hook portion which is separated from a spring engaging hook portion by a central portion of the clip. The frame engaging hook portion and central portion defining a slot opening in a first direction, and which is sized to receive therein in a friction-fit the open end of a flange. The spring retaining hook portion and central portion defining a second slot opening in a direction opposite to the first direction, and which is sized to receive and retain therein one end of the spring.