What is Polyurethane Foam?
Turning ideas into flexible solutions
Polyurethane (PU) foams are materials used for their versatility and unique characteristics.
With an open-cell structure, these foams offer lightness, softness, and excellent impact absorption capabilities. They are used in various industries, including bedding, furniture, automotive, and acoustic insulation.
Polyurethane Foam Characteristics
Polyurethane (PU) foams are widely valued for their distinctive characteristics.
Density
Measured in kilograms per cubic metre (kg/m³), density is crucial as it directly influences the durability and support of the foam. Higher density foams tend to retain their properties for longer, providing superior comfort.
Hardness
It refers to the foam's resistance to deformation and is determined through indentation and compression testing. This characteristic is essential to ensure that the foam can support different weights without compromising comfort.
Elasticity
The elasticity of polyurethane foams allows them to return to their original shape after deformation, which is essential for durability and maintaining comfort over time.
Resilience
It refers to the foam's ability to return to its original shape after being compressed or deformed. Essential in applications such as mattresses, pillows, and upholstery, resilience ensures comfort and durability. A high-resilience polyurethane foam maintains its structure and support over time, resisting wear and deformation.
Air permeability
It is another important characteristic of PU foams, allowing for effective ventilation that helps regulate temperature, creating a cooler and more comfortable sleep environment. This is especially beneficial in mattresses and other resting products.
Sound absorption
It is a property that makes polyurethane foams ideal for acoustic insulation applications. Their cell structure allows them to absorb sound, reducing noise transmission in various environments.
These characteristics make polyurethane foams a versatile and effective choice for a wide range of applications, providing superior performance, durability, and comfort.
Commitment of Flex2000
Flex2000 is committed to producing high-quality polyurethane foams without the use of additives that could compromise performance, such as fillers. Fillers are substances added to reduce costs, but they negatively affect the durability and comfort of the foam. Flex2000 completely rejects the use of fillers, ensuring that each product offers maximum comfort, durability, and support. The company works with the best suppliers and invests in the continuous training of its teams, ensuring that all products are developed according to the highest standards of quality and transparency.
