Industrial plant pipework with insulation cladding

Industries

Ten Industries. One Material Family.

Polyurethane appears in buildings, appliances, warehouses, living rooms, bedrooms, vehicles, shoes and gyms. Each industry asks something different of the material.

Overview

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Each industry page covers how polyurethane is used, which system family applies and the typical applications involved.

Boxing gloves and focus pad resting on gym mats in a training environment

Sports & Fitness

From boxing gloves and focus pads to gym mats and protective gear, polyurethane foam is at the centre of combat sports and training equipment.

Insulated metal sandwich panels installed on a modern building facade

Construction & Building

Rigid polyurethane is widely used in building envelopes, where thermal insulation and dimensional stability are central design considerations.

Row of stainless steel commercial refrigerators and freezers in a showroom

Refrigeration

Refrigeration appliances rely on rigid polyurethane foam within cabinet and door structures to maintain internal temperature.

Cold Storage

Cold storage facilities are built from insulated panel systems that keep large volumes at controlled temperatures.

Close view of upholstered sofa cushions in a warm minimal interior

Furniture

Flexible polyurethane foam gives upholstered furniture its comfort, shape and resilience over time.

Cutaway of a premium mattress showing layered polyurethane foam construction

Mattresses & Bedding

Mattress construction combines foam cores and comfort layers to balance support and softness.

Detail of a modern car seat and headrest in a dark premium interior

Automotive

Vehicle interiors use flexible polyurethane foam across seating and cushioning components.

Insulated industrial pipework at an chemical processing plant at dusk

Industrial Applications

Beyond mainstream markets, polyurethane systems are used across a wide range of specialised industrial applications.

Footwear

Polyurethane is the workhorse midsole material in modern footwear, balancing light weight, cushioning and durability.

Modern insulated thermoware ice boxes and food containers in white and grey finishes

Thermoware & Consumer Products

PU systems for insulated and moulded consumer products, ensuring temperature retention and lightweight durability.

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