Patent classifications
A47C27/22
MULTlLAYER CUSHIONING ASSEMBLIES FOR THERMAL MANAGEMENT
Described herein are textile- and/or foam-based multilayer cushioning assemblies that include a thermally-conductive layer, which imparts beneficial thermal management properties without a significant adverse effect on flexibility and/or cushioning properties, so the textile- and/or foam-based multilayer compositions remain suitable for use in bedding, furniture, clothing, and other applications where they will contact a user and where user comfort is important.
MULTlLAYER CUSHIONING ASSEMBLIES FOR THERMAL MANAGEMENT
Described herein are textile- and/or foam-based multilayer cushioning assemblies that include a thermally-conductive layer, which imparts beneficial thermal management properties without a significant adverse effect on flexibility and/or cushioning properties, so the textile- and/or foam-based multilayer compositions remain suitable for use in bedding, furniture, clothing, and other applications where they will contact a user and where user comfort is important.
BEDDING COMPONENTS INCLUDING A DESICCANT
Bedding components generally include a desiccant applied or infused into a selected bedding component. The desiccant can be microencapsulated, applied as a topical solution, and/or provided within a container including a moisture permeable membrane.
AIR MULTIPLIER PAD
A mattress topper is provided that includes opposite first and second end surfaces. The end surfaces each extend from a first side surface to a second side surface. The mattress topper includes a plurality of rows. Each of the rows include a quilting pattern defining a first pocket that extends from the first side surface to the second side surface, a second pocket that is enclosed within the first pocket and a third pocket that is enclosed within the second pocket.
FIRE-RETARDANT POLYURETHANE FOAM MATTRESS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF
A fire-retardant polyurethane foam mattress and a method of manufacture thereof are provided. The mattress comprises a polyurethane foam prepared from a composition comprising at least a polyol, an organic polyisocyanate and a fire retardant and is provided with an outer layer encapsulating the polyurethane foam, the outer layer comprising a waterproof membrane of silicone rubber. A fire-resistant barrier layer is disposed substantially between the waterproof membrane and the polyurethane foam.
FIRE-RETARDANT POLYURETHANE FOAM MATTRESS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF
A fire-retardant polyurethane foam mattress and a method of manufacture thereof are provided. The mattress comprises a polyurethane foam prepared from a composition comprising at least a polyol, an organic polyisocyanate and a fire retardant and is provided with an outer layer encapsulating the polyurethane foam, the outer layer comprising a waterproof membrane of silicone rubber. A fire-resistant barrier layer is disposed substantially between the waterproof membrane and the polyurethane foam.
SUPPORT SURFACE
A support surface including a cutout on a bottom surface of the support surface. The cutout, which can include a plurality of cutouts, provides a controlled structural collapse of the support surface by varying a stiffness in a cross-section. That is, the area in which the cutouts are positioned collapses more easily than the surrounding area of the support structure, thus making the area with the cutouts perceived as being softer. The cutouts can reduce the peak pressures on the portion of the user's body (for example, the user's ischial tuberosities) that is positioned over the cutouts. The support surface can also include a low-friction interface extending across a top surface of the support surface.
HYBRID MATTRESS CORE ASSEMBLIES
Mattress assemblies including a hybrid mattress core assembly having a bilayer structure including a fiber layer laminated to a foam layer. Also disclosed are mattress assemblies including a hybrid mattress core assembly having a trilayer structure including a fiber layer sandwiched between first and second foam layers.
HYBRID MATTRESS CORE ASSEMBLIES
Mattress assemblies including a hybrid mattress core assembly having a bilayer structure including a fiber layer laminated to a foam layer. Also disclosed are mattress assemblies including a hybrid mattress core assembly having a trilayer structure including a fiber layer sandwiched between first and second foam layers.
Mattresses and mattress toppers including knitted fabric and related methods
A mattress or mattress topper includes a cushioning element having an elastomeric material forming intersecting buckling walls that define hollow columns, and a knitted fabric disposed over the cushioning element and configured to move independently of the buckling walls. The elastomeric material includes an elastomeric polymer and a plasticizer. The knitted fabric includes a first layer of stretchable material; a second layer of stretchable material; and a layer of stretchable fill material between the first layer of stretchable material and the second layer of stretchable material. The first layer of stretchable material is knitted together with the second layer of stretchable material as a unitary sheet of fabric including the layer of stretchable fill material. A method of forming a mattress or mattress topper includes disposing a knitted fabric over a cushioning element comprising intersecting buckling walls and configuring the knitted fabric to move independently of the buckling walls.