That problem is why, even though we’ve had success finding enzymes that break down common plastics like polyesters and PET, they’re only partial solutions to plastic waste. However, researchers aren’t ...

Researchers at the University of Twente in the Netherlands have developed a new method to recycle polyurethane (PUR) foam.

The global Consumer Foam Market is poised for significant expansion, projected to grow from USD 47.5 billion in 2025 to USD ...

The global microcellular foam market is entering a period of transformative expansion, expected to grow from USD 6,975.6 ...

Researchers at the University of Twente have developed a method to recycle polyurethane foam from mattresses and furniture and also household sponges. They did this safely, without using toxic ...

NZHerald Senior Crime and Justice reporter, Anna Leask joins us to discuss the latest report into the dangers of flexible polyurethane foam (FPUF). The coroner’s report into the death of Canterbury ...

For the uninitiated, polyurethane foam, long the default in upholstered furniture, actually carries a heavy environmental toll, from its petrochemical origins to landfill persistence. Increasingly, ...

Polyurethane foam is a versatile tool for repairs and construction projects. Using it wisely can fill gaps, insulate, and strengthen structures effectively. Clever hacks help you apply the foam neatly ...

Dow, in partnership with Italian firm Gruppo Fiori, has announced advancements in a jointly developed, novel process that enables the recovery of polyurethane scrap from end-of-life vehicles without ...

A few of my fellow CNET mattress experts and I got a behind-the-scenes look at a mattress factory's secret foam-pouring process, and here's what we found. Caroline Igo (she/her/hers) was a wellness ...

The effect of polyurethane structural foam on strength, stiffness, and energy absorption of foam filled structural components is investigated to formulate design directions that may be used in weight ...