PROTECTING PEOPLE References

royal australian royal swedish navy finnish navy u.s.navy uae armed force navy

royal new zealand uk ministry of indian navy u.s. qatar armed forces navy defence

republic of singapore royal norwegian uk royal marines u.s. naval special national air and navy navy navy warfare command service of panama

canadian s.o.f. u.s. southern dominican navy royal saudi navy german navy command command

2 References

finnish australian federal emercom maritime service police guardia civil

tactical response group south african police south african royal dutch sea recue sea rescue

uae presidential german federal coast royal oman police swedish sea rescue german sea rescue guard guard

singapore italian coast guard hong kong police force nato naval diving unit

more references on back cover 3 The Ullman heritage

In 1982 Johan Ullman M.D. served as Thus Dr. Ullman started his scientific After three decades Ullman Seats are the 1:st Surface Attack Flotilla doctor research at the Orthopaedic dept. of still the world-leading brand - still on board the Swedish destroyer HMS Sahlgrenska University Hospital in unsurpassed in performance and the Halland. , internationally recognised de-facto adopted standard in agencies for research in back trauma and injuries. in more than 55 countries worldwide. Examining sailors that had served for 9 months on board the flotilla’s Motor- He developed measuring methods Operators today face ever increasing Torpedo boats, he found that more than and techniques, pioneering the field of challenges, far higher speeds with more 80% had back problems. He thought whole-body impact at sea, as well as determined enemies, so the scientific that this was not good - nor very fair. analysing the human physiological and research continues. motoric response to shock and impact. The continuous technical development As Dr. Ullman was already famous for is based on scientific evidence and on a number of epochal inventions in the tight cooperation with end-users, old field of human factors, ergonomics and new, like the US Navy Seal Teams, and injury prevention, the Swedish New Zealand and Australian Navies, Coastguard asked him to create, based Scandinavian and Middle Eastern on his scientific results, technologies Special Forces and Coastguards. protecting people at sea from injuries The Ullman Coat of Arms, dating back caused by impact exposure. to 1685, has now been adopted as the The first organisations to standardise seal for the Ullman line of products. on Dr. Ullman’s seats were the Swedish It covers the front of this booklet Coastguard, the Swedish Sea Rescue, The motto “Protegam Populus” the Dutch Sea Rescue KNRM and the is translated to “Protecting People”. UK Royal Marines.

4 – protecting people –

5 – jockey seats –

patrol biscaya compact page 11 page 10 page 9 6 – bucket and bolster seats –

daytona series arctic atlantic series page 16-17 page 13 page 14-15 7 jockey seats

The Ullman Jockey seats allow you to use The Ullman Semi Active Suspension both arms and legs to absorb impacts in System utilizes your muscular reflex the best possible way. The seat optimizes system. In calm seas the suspension is your body posture and puts you in a perceived as soft and comfortable, in balanced straddling position to withstand rough seas, the seat adapts and becomes both vertical and lateral forces. stiffer. To protect you. 8 – the spacious seat – Compact

Ullman Compact Seat gives you full impact protection while allowing the features maximum free space in the cockpit. »» New geometry, shape The Compact Seat features shorter and angle saddle sides and a lower backrest. »» New improved full With the handle on top the Compact length cushioning is very slender and does not require more space than the person seated. »» Full XLT Suspension The seat is designed to fit in limited »» 150 mm Vertical Travel spaces and on boats where broad aisles and deck space are crucial. It »» All non corrosive is the lightest professional suspension materials seat on the market. »» Narrow back rest The compact seat is preferred by many »» Horse shoe handle military and police organizations across the globe. »» Watertight stowage pouch

reference users »» Royal New Zealand Navy »» Ministry of Defence UK »» German Water Police »» Royal Australian Navy »» Danish Sea Rescue »» Marine Police India »» United States CG »» CAN SOF COM »» Hong Kong PD

9 Biscaya – the no.1 jockey seat –

features Ullman Biscaya Seat is the no. 1 Suspension Seat in the world - the »» New and updated! original Ullman seat. It has a high »» New geometry, shape backrest and long saddle sides and angle of seat supporting the thighs in varied seating »» New improved full positions. length cushioning The Biscaya is developed for active sit- »» Larger ergonomic ting in the very worst of conditions. It handles offers the safest postures and suspen- sion optimized to synergize with the »» Soft seat front edge human muscular protection system. »» Full XLT Suspension Safe lateral stabilisation and shock absorption. »» 150 mm Travel Two handles on the backrest provide »» All non corrosive safe support for the person seated or materials standing behind. »» High Backrest »» Two Anatomic Grab Handles

reference users »» German Navy »» Saudi Royal Navy »» Guardia Civil »» Portugese Navy »» Guardia Costiera »» KNRM »» US Navy EOD »» US Southern Command »»

10 – premium comfort – Patrol

Ullman Patrol seat offers the most ex- features cellent comfort even during very long »» Full XLT Suspension missions. A hybrid seat with a large, soft padded seating surface, it allows a »» 150 mm Travel wide variety of seating positions. »» All non corrosive The Patrol seat is highly favoured materials by the most demanding customers »» High Backrest that spend days at a time riding and patrolling the oceans. »» Wide Backrest Derived from customer feedback the »» Two Large Anatomic Patrol features a softer and larger sea- Grab Handles ting area that allows you to alter your seating position during long transits and patrol missions. The Patrol Seats is the most comfortable jockey seat out there.

reference users »» Indian Navy »» Panama Navy (SENAN) »» Australian Federal Police »» Icelandic Coast Guard »» Colombia Coast Guard »» Sea Rescue South Africa »» Oman Police CG »» Malta Armed-Forces »» UAE Armed Forces

11 bolster & BUCKET SEATS – high sea racing – Arctic

Originally developed in cooperation features with the Norwegian Special Forces, »» Twin UD530 Adjustable the Arctic Seat is the most active of (6-level) our bucket seats. »» Full ALM Spring Unit Compared to the Atlantic Seat it has a shorter seating pan and a lower »» 200mm Vertical Travel backrest. With a less reclined backrest »» Full carbon fibre back the seat puts you in a more active driving position. The seat allows »» Low back rest both straddling and reclined seating »» Lumbar support positions. »» Torso Lateral support This solid bucket seat is suitable for limited spaces and fast vessels where »» Thigh Lateral support you need to be able to alter your seating position. A multi position seat with good lateral support The Arctic seat is used by offshore race teams and special forces around the globe.

reference users »» Norwegian Navy »» UAE Presidential Guard »» US Coast Guard »» UAE SOC »» »» Marine Rescue NSW 13 Atlantic – the class leader –

features Allow your body to work at its full potential at all times, in all positions. »» Twin UD530 Adjustable (6-level) In the Atlantic Seat, you can stand fully supported and shock-protected in a »» Full ALM Spring Unit straddling position and interact with »» 200mm Vertical Travel the seat. It also lets you sit back in a reclined position, still maintaining the »» Full carbon fibre back S-shape of your spine. Strap in and be »» High backrest ready for any challenge, confidently let- »» Lumbar support ting the seat do all the work. »» Torso Lateral support To secure optimal protection in all positions, the Atlantic seat optimises »» Thigh Lateral support the different body postures for hand- ling both static and dynamic loads. It is designed for both open and cabin boats. The adjustable suspension and the multiple positions make the Atlantic seat the most versatile and comfortable top-of-the-line seat to date. reference users »» Canadian CG »» Swedish CG »» Swedish Pilot »» Colombian CG »» US Navy »» FESA »» Norwegian CG »» Baltic pilot »» Emercom 14 – professional luxury – Atlantic Crew

Safety for all passengers on board features high-speed boats is always our main »» Twin UD530 focus. »» Full ALM Spring Unit The Atlantic Crew has the same size and shape as the Atlantic seat. Slightly »» 200mm Vertical Travel heavier and a more rustic design ma- »» Strategic Monocoque kes it more accessible, allowing em- GRP Shell ployers to equip vessels with many seats to protect their most valuable »» Torso Lateral support assets - the workforce. »» Thigh Lateral support It has become popular in the wind farm and offshore industry, where strict legislation requires the best pro- ven shock mitigation. The Arctic seat comes with 200mm dampers and vinyl upholstery.

all new

15 Daytona – extreme performance –

features With Powerboat- and F1 Racing DNA, the Daytona seat gives full support and »» Anatomic seat and back- protection for platforms where space rest is limited and light weight is crucial. »» Full lateral support When you need to rely on the seat to »» Ultra light weight (22kg) protect you from impacts, for you to focus on the stenous task of extreme »» Twin UD430 Adjustable high speed boating. »» DLM Spring Unit The carbon fibre structure follows the »» 150 mm Vertical Travel natural curve of your back and gives »» Strategic Carbon Fibre you full support throughout the seat. Monocoque With the carbon fibre monocoque shell and the aluminium frame, the seat is ultra light, making it suitable for all high performance boats where space and weight is crucial. Daytona has been tested by several organizations and has proven itself to be a seat to rely on.

reference users »» US Navy »» Swedish Navy PTK »» Québec’s maritime transport organization »» Naval Special Warfare »» Emercom Group 4 »» G.I. Joe: Retaliation »» 16 – safety first – Daytona Crew

We believe that everyone on board features should be equally protected and have »» Anatomic seat and back- therefore developed Daytona Crew as rest a cost effective option to the Daytona Seat. »» Lateral support The monocoque structure is made of »» Light weight (25kg) fibre glass making it available in both »» Twin UD430 black and white. »» DLM Spring Unit Daytona Crew is suitable for large crew transport vessels as well as for small »» 150 mm Vertical Travel leisure ribs. With some slight changes »» Strategic GRP to the lateral supports, the crew ver- Monocoque sion is suitable for all persons, large and small.

all new »» Québec’s maritime transport organization »» G.I. Joe: Retaliation

17 Accessories Ullman Console – the epitome of ergonomics –

The Ullman Aerodynamic Console is designed and shaped to reduce air resistance while protecting the crew from wind and spray. It is designed for optimal ergonomics in the most challenging operational conditions. It can be used for port or starboard helm position and provides optimal positioning for steering wheel and throttle. The console is built in GRP sandwich and is strategically reinforced to withstand high impacts. It is fitted with a 10 mm (3/8”) heavy-duty windscreen. The Ullman Console can be used with a traditional steering wheel or with the Ullman Steering Bar System. The dashboard holds twin 15 inch chart plotters. There is an easy-access hatch for stowage, installation of electronics and inspection. Ullman Aerodynamic Console optional accessories include grab handles and various locking mechanisms. Standard colours are black or white. Customer specified gel coat colours are available to order.

19 foldable foot rest deck insert bolts CNC-cut ALU 7075-T6. Super grip For mounting on GRP deck. diamond shape surface and anti- Bolts fit flush to deck, no tripping slip ridge along outside surface hazard. Allows for quick and easy allows custom height setting. The removal of the seats and leaves large foot pad provides support nothing sticking out. Outside for the whole front foot. Free thread: M20 Inside thread: M8. movement of heel allows the muscular system full motion. multi bases track systems Quick Release system using These bases can be built to aircraft cargo rails in combination accommodate 1, 2 or more seats with a special nut and washer in line. This allows ample storage machined from SS 316L. Takes space with hatches. Bases can be about 20 seconds to undo and welded with aluminium plates or fasten. Allows for quick and easy constructed in composite. modularization of a deck or a cabin. adjustable damper sliding systems Hard anodized aluminium internal All sliders in the Ullman Slider components of acid proof stainless range are ultra strong, very steel 316L. Easy set-up dial with 6 lightweight and smooth sliding, level adjustable compression gives allowing you to set the optimal you a wide range from soft to stiff. position of the seat easily and Stroke: 150 or 200mm. with confidence. Avaliable for all Ullman seats.

20 adjustable armrests coated spring unit The 7 axis adjustable armrest can Black powder coating is available be set up and adjusted exactly on all parts. With black spring unit, where you want it. It can be fitted and coated handles and the matte with Joysticks, Trackballs, Pistol upholstery, nothing will reflect Grip Handles etc. Fits most seats. light. No one will see you coming. front seat handle coated handles When Ullman Jockey Seats are Handles with thermal insulation mounted without a console or can be fitted to any Ullman seat. another seat in front, a front seat This polymer coating also gives a handle is recommended. This gi- softer surface and higher friction ves the rider the support necessary than stainless steel. It is very useful to hold on and control the body at for cold climates and in situations high impact. where anti-glare is important.

2 & 4 point harness cordura seat covers Highly adjusable harness for se- Tightly fitted cover for the jockey seat cure seating. Allows you to relax range. It is designed to stay on the and let the seat do the job. Where seat all the time. Cordura is a heavy there is risk for capsizing, crews duty nylon fabric used in workwear on cabin boats are recommended and tactical clothing. It has the highest to use lap belts. This is to prevent abrasion grading available. Now also head and neck injuries when a boat available with MOLLE system. gets turned upside down.

21 Optimize Cockpit Ergonomics

This generic helm console provides good visibility forward, convenient location of navigation screens, easy access to the helm and throttle control, and ample space for feet and legs, even in rough conditions.

1 2 3 4 5 6 Nr: Sign Angle (1) To minimize the 14° 1 Top Surface -H14 2 Plotter plane +V14 deadspaceA distance 1 A 2 3 Shelf -H2 between the screen 14° 4 Wheel/Throttle plane V30-V45

and the forward 3 5 Below helm 350 6 Rear lower face field of vision, the 92° 4 console’s top surface should slant down B B forward. Remember that the far end of the top surface sets 1310 5

the lower limit for the 130° field of vision, and 6 helmsmenC need to C 650 see the bow clearly. Wheel hub 950-1000

The wheel should be offset slightly to port from a fore- and-aft line drawn though the driver. This permits Steering console side view D D betterSteering postural Console measures balance, as the operator’s hands at (2) The plotter screen should be mounted on a plane optimally recommendations the helm and throttle are symmetrical to the torso. inclined 12°–16° forward from vertical. To minimize reflected glare © High Speed Boat Operation Professionals from the sky, the1 screen should2 be mounted so3 a perpendicular4 Full article5 on Designing6 Cockpits for Speed line through its center points to just below the operator’s chin. avaialble at www.ullmandynamics.com 22 – at your service – Custom Cockpit Design

User interfaces and cockpit layout are crucial to the ergonomics and performance of the craft. Therefore we make sure that every cockpit where a seat is installed is optimised for human function and safety. We work closely with boat builders, assisting designers and naval engineers to secure peak performance and 100% optimal function for the user. It’s all about protecting people.

23 Custom Products ullman steering system For customers with special Full control of throttle requirements, we create custom and steering while product to fit any operational holding on. In active requirements. Some examples are use by coast guard steering systems, foldable seats and and sea rescue. custom fastening solutions. Significantly increases maneuverability and reduces the time to train fold-up jockey seat new boat operators. Developed for the Finnish Navy, this atlantic foldable seat is easily operated to quickly clear space. It automatcally locks in up or Developed with the Colombian Coast Guard this seat allows opera- down position. tion as standing bolster with full support for the lower back, for calm weather operations.

24 Why choose Ullman seats?

They are scientifically proven to provide The smallest footprint. 3 years worldwide warranty – extendable. better Shock Mitigation than any other Frees deck space for cargo or more crew. “They just don’t break” seats. They are developed based on medical science. They work in synergy with the Outperform any other jockey seats in Height adjustment where it is useful – for human body. Have been shown to reduce terms of comfort. the feet. impact exposure by 76%. They are the result of 20 years of scientific Short operators don’t want to be seated research and engineering development. lower. Tall operators don’t want to be seated higher. Seated eye-height level Do not break. is most important and differs very Structural failure often causes injuries. Reduce risk of injuries. little between tall and short people. Structural failure causes down-time and Solid scientific unbiased proof is available (Height adjustment by reducing travel of repair costs. on request. suspension is counter-productive and can be dangerous, as it causes bottoming- out.) Reduce physical fatigue. Do not corrode. Corrosion limits lifetime. Solid scientific unbiased proof is available on request. Have been in use by professional Corrosion causes functional failure. operators in demanding operations for

Corrosion looks unprofessional and many years in more than 50 countries – indicates a poor choice of materials. Do not bottom-out. with zero failures. Bottoming-out is inherently dangerous, Several professional user organizations and can give up to 3 times amplification have thoroughly and scientifically Do not need any maintenance. of impact as opposed to the required evaluated different seats and adopted Maintenance is expensive and causes reduction. Injuries can lead to lifelong Ullman seats as a benchmark standard. down-time. All Ullman seats are suffering. Injuries can lead to legal claims. Certificates from such agencies are constructed without joints or moving Bottoming-out is a design fault and seat available on request. parts. That eliminates the need for manufacturers and operating authorities lubrication and maintenance could be held liable for injuries. Lower life cycle costs.

Large sums can be saved on seats that The lightest weight. The EU legislation on WBV last the lifetime of the boat. Less weight means more payload or Requires use of the most effective shock higher speed. reduction available. 25 Technical Specifications √ = Standard ◆ = Optional ✕ = On request

Seating Recommended Seating height (mm) Damper & spring unit Upholstery Covers positions use

Model Straddle / jockey Sit-down / bucket Driver / helm Passengers 700 750 810 UD430 UD430 6-level adjustable UD530 UD530 6-level adjustable Leaflex system Leather upholstery Vinyl upholstery Neoprene upholstery cover Cordura blac / aze grey / solas orange protection cover Weather

Atlantic √ √ √ √ √ ◆ ◆ ✕ ✕ ◆ √ ALM √ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆

Atlantic custom √ √ √ √ √ ◆ ◆ ✕ ✕ ◆ √ ALM √ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆

Atlantic crew √ √ √ √ √ ◆ ◆ ✕ ✕ √ ◆ ALM ◆ √ ◆ ◆ ◆

Arctic √ √ √ √ √ ◆ ◆ ✕ ✕ ◆ √ ALM √ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆

Daytona ✕ √ √ √ ✕ ✕ ✕ ◆ √ ✕ ✕ DLM √ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆

Daytona custom ✕ √ √ √ ✕ ✕ ✕ ◆ √ ✕ ✕ DLM √ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆

Daytona crew ✕ √ √ √ ✕ ✕ ✕ √ ◆ ✕ ✕ DLM ◆ √ ◆ ◆ ◆

Patrol √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ ◆ ✕ ✕ XLT ◆ ◆ √ ◆ √

Biscaya √ ✕ √ √ √ √ √ √ ◆ ✕ ✕ XLT ◆ ◆ √ ◆ √

Compact √ ✕ ◆ √ √ √ √ √ ◆ ✕ ✕ XLT ◆ ◆ √ ◆ √ 26 z √ = Standard Technical Specifications ◆ = Optional ✕ = On request

Black insulat- Seat belt / Armrests ing coating Handles harness (pur)

Model Lapbelt air-tech Lapbelt heli-tech 4-Point harness heli-tech 7 Axis armrest Joystick or trackball adapter for armrest Pistol grip handles for 7axis armrest Black coated spring unit Black coated handels Grab handles / front seat handle Handles for passenger behind Lateral support waist Lateral support straddle Footrest Foldable 6 level adjustable footrest Slider (150 / 200 250mm) Swivel (45/90/180/360°) system (quick release) Track

Atlantic ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ √ √ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆

Atlantic custom ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ √ √ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆

Atlantic crew ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ √ √ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆

Arctic ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ √ √ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆

Daytona ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ✕ √ ✕ ◆ ✕ ◆ ◆ ◆

Daytona custom ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ✕ √ ✕ ◆ ✕ ◆ ◆ ◆

Daytona crew ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ✕ √ ✕ ◆ ✕ ◆ ◆ ◆

Patrol ◆ ✕ ✕ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ √ ◆ √ ◆ ✕ ◆ ◆ ◆

Biscaya ◆ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ◆ ◆ ◆ √ ◆ √ ◆ ✕ ◆ ◆ ◆

Compact ◆ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ◆ ◆ ◆ √ ✕ √ ◆ ✕ ◆ ◆ ◆ 27 Drawings

Patrol Biscaya 400 400 1175 (1125&1225) 1205 (1155&1255) 750(700&800) 750 (700&800)

371 570 371 570

Patrol Biscaya

Weight 22kg / 48,5lbs Weight 20kg / 44lbs Stroke 150 mm / 5.9 in Stroke 150 mm / 5.9 in 340 (290&390) Damper UD 430 340 (290&390) Damper UD 430 Materials Stainless Materials Stainless steel SS-316L, steel SS-316L, Marine grade Marine grade aluminium, grp, aluminium, grp, neoprene neoprene

28 Compact Seat type -00

631 616 834 410

520 208 1130 (1080&1180) 750 (700&800) All Ullman Jockey seats and Atlantic 371 570 seats can be fitted to existing bases. These seats are called Compact type -00. Here, the dampers are Weight 19kg / 41,9lbs mounted on the backrest, which Stroke 150 mm / 5.9 in 340 (290&390) allows a level mounting surface Damper UD 430 for both dampers and spring unit. Materials Stainless steel SS-316L, Weight reduction = 6-8 kg Marine grade aluminium, grp, neoprene

29 Atlantic Series Arctic

856 851 756 1472 1463 1343 722 696 701

426 447 426 426 447 447 556 556 586

Atlantic Arctic

Weight 43.5kg / 95,9 lbs Weight 41.5kg / 91,5 lbs Stroke 200 mm / 7.9in Stroke 200 mm / 7.9in Dampers 2x UD 530 A djustable Dampers 2x UD 530 A djustable Materials Stainless steel SS- Materials Stainless steel SS- 316L, Marine grade 316L, Marine grade aluminium, Carbon aluminium, Carbon Fibre, premium Fibre, premium leather / Vinyl leather / vinyl

30 Daytona Daytona Crew

716 716 1103 1099 350 345

318 486 318 486 513 513

Arctic Daytona Daytona Crew

Weight 41.5kg / 91,5 lbs Weight 22kg / 52.9 lbs Weight 25kg / 57.3lbs Stroke 200 mm / 7.9in Stroke 150 mm / 5.9 in Stroke 150 mm / 5.9 in Dampers 2x UD 530 A djustable Dampers 2x UD 430 A djustable Dampers 2x UD 430 Materials Stainless steel SS- Materials Stainless steel SS- Materials Stainless steel SS- 316L, Marine grade 316L, Marine grade 316L, Marine grade aluminium, Carbon aluminium, Carbon Aluminium, GRP, Fibre, premium Fibre, premium VINYL leather / vinyl leather / vinyl

31 Fatigue Travelling on high-speed boats is The test below shows zero reduction physically exhausting. High energy in running distance of passengers on consumption makes you very tired and Ullman seats, while passengers on fixed affects physical performance. Ullman seats reduced their running distance by suspension seats significantly reduce 358 meters. The graph on the opposite page shows a recording energy consumption compared to fixed Ullman Seats not only reduce the risk done with a DaccR. seating. of injury but they also enhance the Green = Speed over ground Running performance is significantly operational performance of the boat Blue= g-force on boat Red = g-force on driver in reduced in military personnel after crew and passengers. When operators Ullman seat a high-speed transit when using are challenged with military or lifesaving It shows the significant fixed seats. Using Ullman Jockey tasks, the difference between exhausted shock mitigation of the Seats increases post-transit physical and alert could mean life or death. Ullman seats. performance and endurance by 30.5 % compared to fixed seats.

Pre-Transit Baseline 1560m

Ullman Seat 1560m Post-Transit

Myers, S. D., Dobbins, T. D., King, S., Hall, B., Gunston, T., Holmes, S. R., & Dyson, R. (2008). The effectiveness of shock mitigation tech- Fixed Seat 1202m nology in reducing motion induced fatigue in small high speed craft. In Pacific 2008 International Maritime Conference. 32 The Impact of Shock

The human body has a complex system Standing keeps the spine in its natural, The progressive patented suspension of muscular reflexes, developed and balanced, S-shaped posture. So race- system and the synergies with the evolved to protect us from injury. boat drivers have often chosen to stand. biologic response, neutralises the But standing does multiply impact resonance effects that make other Reflexes are designed to trigger forces and causes injures the spine. suspension seats capable of bottoming reactions in our muscles, to protect out - multiplying impacts. us against impacts. The muscular The Ullman Seats are developed with a response is obvious in our legs, but is special semi-active suspension system, Ullman Seats are developed based on also at hand in our arms, torsos and designed to synergise with nature’s pioneering medical science. They are necks. When muscles react to impact, muscular, reflex-based, protection independently scientifically validated they contract - to serve as shock system. All Ullman seats are also and proven to give the most effective absorbers - and to stabilise the spine designed to maintain the optimal shock protection of all seats. and joints. S-shape of the spine and balance of the head at all times. Sitting in a traditional seat always puts your spine into a C-shape. - Sitting hurts. Then the weight of the head is hanging forward of its supporting structures in the neck. This is the worst position for the spine to be in when exposed to a vertical impact. There is risk for head jolts. This can cause whiplash-like distortion injuries and disk ruptures in the neck. Even the risk of vertebral fractures and lumbar disk hernias is much higher with the spine in this C-shape.

33 References

norwegian police italian special forces malta armed forces mexican armed forces response team

austrian fire brigade canadian armed royal danish navy citizen rescue americas cup forces organisation

ministry of home united states fbi dubai police victoria police affairs india

oman police estonian volontary fire and emergency hampshire polish maritime coast guard sea rescue institution services w.australia constabulary search and rescue 34 References

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national geographic marine rescue london catalonian police russian navy new south whales metropolitan police diving squad

norwegian us naval special red cross paramount pictures swedish police armed forces warfare group 4

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