What is Polyurethane Foam?
Polyurethane foam is a synthetic, cellular material created by reacting polyols and isocyanates, used for diverse applications like insulation, cushioning, and packaging due to its versatility and properties.
Types of Polyurethane Foam
As a leading Polyurethane Foam manufacturers in Pune, these all types of Polyurethane Foam are made with new manufacturing methods and gives higher performance such as:
- Flexible Polyurethane Foam (FPF): We produce and design flexible polyurethane foam to offer unparalleled comfort and support in different applications. Our foam is light, soft, and highly durable, making it the most sought-after material for furniture cushions, mattresses, car seats, carpet underlay, and packaging protection. Our flexibility in foam leads to breathing properties and a long life, maintaining its shape in the long term.
- Rigid Polyurethane Foam (RPF): We manufacture rigid polyurethane foam at our plant in a high-density form with improved insulation characteristics. Since it is of a closed-cell form, our foam does not facilitate heat transfer efficiently, and therefore it can be used as an insulator in refrigerators, freezers, and buildings. We also have it available for use in composite panels and structures where there is a requirement for light yet durable materials.
- High-Density Polyurethane Foam: We pride ourselves in manufacturing high-density polyurethane foam that surpasses in hardness and support. Its high-density form, as opposed to standard flexible foam, is wear and tear resistant and can be employed in high-end furniture, orthopedic mattresses, sound panels, and car interiors.
- Memory Foam (Viscoelastic Foam): Our ability also involves producing memory foam, or viscoelastic foam, that is trained to feel temperature and pressure. It can be molded to the body precisely, offering extra comfort and pressure relief It assists in pressure point reduction, thus assisting in preventing pressure and discomfort sores.
Technical Specifications of Polyurethane Foam
For detailed information, we have mentioned below a technical sheet such as:
| Property |
Specification |
| Density (kg/m³) |
15 – 600 |
| Hardness (Shore A/D) |
10 – 90 (A for soft, D for rigid) |
| Compression Set (%) |
2 – 15 |
| Tensile Strength (MPa) |
0.1 – 30 |
| Elongation at Break (%) |
5 – 600 |
| Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K) |
0.02 – 0.07 |
| Operating Temperature (°C) |
-200 to +150 |
| Flame Retardancy (UL 94 Rating) |
V-0 to HF-1 |
| Water Absorption (% by weight) |
1 – 25 |
| Chemical Resistance |
Moderate to High |
| Electrical Conductivity |
Insulating to Conductive (Anti-static) |
Features and Benefits of Polyurethane Foam
Being the trusted Polyurethane Foam suppliers in Pune, our all types of Polyurethane Foam are highly used in multiple types of industries due to its various new features such as:
- High-Resilience (HR) Polyurethane Foam: High-resilience polyurethane foam is a high-end quality foam with better comfort, elasticity, and durability. It is used extensively in high-class furniture, automobile seats, and mattresses because it can better distribute weight and relieve pressure. In comparison to standard PU foam, HR foam comes back immediately to its original shape when compressed, and it can be utilized for long-term ergonomics support and cushioning.
- Integral Skin Polyurethane Foam (Self-Skinning Foam): Integral skin polyurethane foam is a unique type that yields a hard, resistant outer skin and still maintains a soft, cushioned interior. This is made possible with the application of unique molding methods whereby the foam's surface turns harder than its interior. Due to its high resistance to impact and capacity to supply a smooth, visually beautiful surface, integral skin foam is utilized widely in armrests, steering wheels, tool handles in industry, and even medical instrument grips.
- Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF): Spray polyurethane foam is performance-grade insulation sprayed on the surface as a liquid and expands into solid form to create a smooth, air-tight finish. There are two basic forms of open-cell and closed-cell spray foam. Open-cell SPF is lighter in weight with improved sound reduction and ideal for interior walls and ceilings. Closed-cell SPF, however, is denser and functions as an even better thermal insulator and is most commonly utilized in roof covering, exterior walls, and refrigeration appliances.
- Reticulated Polyurethane Foam: Reticulated polyurethane foam is an open-cell porous foam that allows for excellent airflow and liquid filtration. This foam has been uniquely developed for use in situations where there is a need for effective filtration, management of fluids, and regulation of permeability. It is used in air and water filters, fuel filtration, medical wound dressing, and even high-end speaker grilles.
Applications of Polyurethane Foam
These all types of polyurethane foam are majorly used in multiple types of industrial sectors such as:
- Building insulation for energy efficiency and thermal regulation
- Automotive seating, dashboards, and vibration dampening materials
- Furniture cushions, mattresses, and ergonomic comfort products
- Soundproofing panels, acoustic foams, and noise reduction barriers
- Medical prosthetics, orthopedic supports, and hospital bed cushions
- Cold storage, refrigeration insulation, and temperature-controlled packaging
- Protective packaging, shock-absorbing foams, and impact-resistant materials
- Footwear midsoles, insoles, and high-performance sports cushioning
- Marine flotation devices, life vests, and buoyancy-enhancing foams
- Aerospace thermal insulation, lightweight panels, and noise suppression
- Anti-static foam packaging for sensitive electronic component protection
- Sports padding, helmets, and high-impact protective equipment
Being the best Polyurethane Foam manufactures, suppliers, and exporters in Pune, we as Smish Industries are offering the new designed and high-quality of Polyurethane Foam. Our auto polyurethane foams are designed with greater material quality to provide unmatchable durability, ergonomic comfort, and luxury feel.
Designed to improve driving performance, our foams provide high-end support with long-term strength and durability and resistance for multiple vehicle classes such as passenger cars, commercial fleets, and luxury cars. Contact us today to learn about our car polyurethane foam solutions and how we can customize our products to suit your specific needs!
