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Sleep well, be happy! All experts stress the importance of adequate sleep to overall health and wellbeing. But life's challenges in our harried and chaotic world prevent us from realizing the fact that sleep deprivation has been associated with all sorts of problems from catching a cold to unsafe driving. Insomnia is a state of being not able to get to sleep, getting up frequently during night times, not feeling rejuvenated after getting up from the bed in the morning, etc. Thus, it is clear that it is not just the hour quantity of sleep but the quality of sleep that matters. Sleep is so vital to maintain good health and a positive mental wellbeing. We must attain the habit of getting a restful sleep each night. The most important condition of quality sleep is a quality mattress. Then comes the quilt, pillow, other

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parts of the bed and the environment if we don't count the health and psychological mood of the person. Sleep Well magazine, one of the very few publications specialized in sleep products, has been offering the best products for the best sleep but it never gets asleep. It is running from one part of the world to other for covering international fairs and to distribute free copies in them. The next issue to be printed on the last day of August will be intensely distributed in the most important fairs of the year such as Maison & Objet-Paris, Mood-Brussels, ZowIstanbul, Modef Expo-Inegol and Heimtextil-Russia. Let's tour the world together. Until then, take care, get good sleep, and wake up for big successes!

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Contents

Boyteks

Back cover

Boyçelik

Inside back cover Inside front cover

Laressa Laressa

Yatsan

Sabah

Yatafl

Mekan

Brn Bed

Polya

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Pierre Cardin

Viskolove

Monessa

Do¤tafl

Beyzan-Narda

Duralli

Sefes Dr. Ottobed

Gentug

Günka Bremafa

Tabba

Marmara

Spm Sünger

Renabed

Assuva

Mert Makine

Bekaert

Latexco

Form Sünger

Kirayteks

ISPA supports decision not to enact mandatory used 6 mattress recycling law

16 Mattress sizes by regions

Men should sleep alone? 34

Good sleep memories 60 on adjustable bed memory foam

Eysan Mob

Huzur Malzeme

100

Meram Dar Dokuma

105

Bamen

109

Giz Group

110

Do¤ufl

115

Elektroteks

118

Gerçek Plastik

121

Feltturc

125

Aslider

127

Namli

129

fiiteks

135

Histeks

137

Karas Edafl Boyteks Felteks

139

EVTEKS never sleeps! 74

CertiPUR-US® certification 96 program for flexible polyurethane foam in bedding

How mattress is made? 132

146 Interzum 2013 on track for success

Change of guards at Hohenstein Institute's 156 Down and Feather Test Centre

160 Natural latex beds

141 149 176

165 Mattress Industry Terms

ISPA supports decision not to enact mandatory used mattress recycling law The International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) issued the following statement regarding the Connecticut General Assembly's decision to adjourn for the year without passing used mattress recycling legislation: Collecting, dismantling and recycling discarded used mattresses can be a complicated process. After listening to parties with an interest in the legislation, and recognizing the fundamental practical problems that a new statewide system may encounter, the Connecticut legislature decided not to enact a mandatory used mattress recycling law. ISPA opposed the bill when it was introduced because it would have imposed unreasonable costs and burdens on mattress manufacturers, retailers and consumers. We support the decision not to enact a mandatory state recycling law. ISPA has been working for a number of years to encourage responsible recycling of used mattresses and supports the development of legitimate recycling operations. ISPA is currently leading the push for a federal mattress recycling program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The sponsors of S.B. 89 considered the important logistical and commercial

concerns with the mattress recycling bill at a state level. However, ISPA firmly believes that the best approach to efficient and legitimate mattress recycling lies in federal legislation. A federal recycling program would permit efficiencies and economies of scale that are not possible at a state or local level. It would apply consistent collection and processing practices across the country that would benefit all parties concerned by driving down recycling costs for both consumers and manufacturers while also increasing recycling rates,â&#x20AC;? said ISPA President, Ryan Trainer.

ISPA will continue to advocate for federal legislation with the goal to build a mattress recycling solution that is efficient for both consumers and businesses. To make a program that operates most efficiently, ISPA believes national legislation must be made to address the needs of all consumers, retailers and manufacturers - under one unified, consistent program. The association will continue to work with state and local governments to address the mattress disposal challenges that municipalities face while continuing to advocate for a broad-ranging federal solution.

Association continues push for federal legislation

ISPA President Ryan Trainer

Vakko Home Summer 2012 Pillow Collection

One of the deep-rooted brands in Turkey, Vakko reflects its multi faceted design concepts to modern spaces, gardens, terraces and boats with Summer 2012 pillow collection. Emphasized on vivid colors and patterns, the pillow collection designed

in a great harmony of velvet appliques and ribbons with fuchsias, corals, petroleum, yellows and oranges. Themes of Vakko fabric collections are composed of Retro, Nomad and Sinan. Damask embroideries, geometrical patterns and linen frames are all

brought together harmoniously in the items. Pillows of maritime themes that were designed for the life at sea and in the vessels, indispensable for summer season, are adding a different glamour to the collection.

Mattress sizes by regions Mattresses are produced in a variety of sizes, not just American but also European Mattress sizes. There are twin, full, queen, and king. Although most of these sizes do not vary much in the U.S. they are often different when it comes to other countries. The full size mattress in the U.S. is 54 inches wide by 75 inches long. This is the same size as the European full size mattress. However, in other countries it measures somewhat less. Asia's full size mattress is 48 inches wide by 78 inches long. Although it is 3 inches longer in length, the width is 6 inches shorter. When it comes to king size

beds they are not the same either. The king size bed is typically made up of two box springs and one mattress. The length of the mattress in the U.S. is typically 80 inches long. The width however is another matter. The U.S. king size bed is believed to be two-twin size box springs. However, the two twin size box springs are 78 inches wide which is 2 inches wider than the width of a traditional king size bed, which is only 76 inches. The different sizes are thought to be because of the measurements used. In the U.S. inches are used and most countries overseas use the metric measurement.

The following is an example of the difference in size between typical beds and the countries in which they are different. Twin Mattress size - In the U.S. this bed is 39 x 75 inches. In Australia it is 36 x 75 inches. Europe measures 35 x 79 inches. Double/Full Mattress Size - U.S. measurements are 54 x 75 inches. In Europe it is 55 x 79 inches. Queen Mattress Size - In the U.S. it is 60 x 80 inches. In Europe the queen is 63 x 79 inches. King Mattress Size - U.S. measurements are 76 x 80 inches. Australia measures 72 x 80 inches. UK measurements are 72 x 78 inches and Europe is 71 x 79 inches. While these measurements only vary by a few inches, it may make a big difference for someone who is tall. They may find t hat their feet may hang over the edge of their bed if they do not have one that is long enough for their stature.

At one time the three quarter bed was a popular one. They were normally used when the requirement for a bigger bed than a twin was required but there may not have been room for a double bed. Measuring 48 x 75 inches they are not used anymore. There are so many sizes available so when you say you want a king or queen set you should really measure

it so the exact size of the bed is known especially before purchasing sheets. Some sheets are made for beds that are longer than the normal length. This should be on the package however; most people really do not take the time to make sure of the length. They just assume that twin means twin and king means king.

Narda; innovative, comfortable, hygienic and healthy mattresses Beyzan is a manufacturer of textiles and components for the mattress industry. The company is a reliable supplier for mattress manufacturers with tailor made textile products and components and has been serving mattress manufacturers for long years. Beyzan has realized an investment project for the production of warp

knitted 3 dimensional spacer fabrics for the mattress industry and has become the first company in Turkey to produce these special technical textile products. The company carries out intensive research and development work in order to make innovations in mattress and bedding textiles. In year 2012,

Beyzan has begun to produce 3D fabrics for mattresses and started a new R&D project for the application of these special textile structures to mattresses and bedding products. There are several opportunities for the 3D fabrics to be utilized in mattresses. The project leader, Ozan Mahir, has summarized these application possibilities as follows:

- 3D spacer fabrics are sewn on mattress borders to provide improved ventilation and prevent formation of bacteria, mites, bedbugs and other harmful live organisms inside the mattress - 3D spacer fabrics of 5-15mm height are used for manufacturing the mattress core. In the mattress core, Ozan Mahir Mechanical Engineer "We have developed an innovative mattress design. Due to a special convoluted foam geometry, there is no need to use chemical adhesives to fix the multiple layers of 3D spacer fabric inside the mattress core. The mattress cover also consists of several layers of 3D fabric."

they provide a mechanical spring effect, as if there were metal springs inside the mattress, even though no metal springs are present. Furthermore, the presence of the 3D fabric layers within the mattress core creates layers of ventilation inside the mattress. These layers of ventilation enable air flow through the mattress, providing efficient heat transfer in the form of convection. Efficient air flow means that the excess heat of the human body is efficiently dissipated throughout the mattress and the mattress user feels perfect thermal comfort during sleep. Also the improved air flow maintains low levels of temperature and humidity inside the mattress, and therefore prevents formation of bacteria and other harmful live organisms.

- 3D spacer fabrics distribute the pressure applied on a certain area to a larger area. This means that they provide pressure relief: the pressure applied by a certain part of the human body is distributed through a larger area, the mattress user will feel less reaction from the mattress surface in the form of pressure. This pressure relief effect provides an unparalleled comfort for the mattress user and also

Ă&#x2013;zge Mahir - interior architect: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our innovative design for the mattress sector provides superior functional properties for the sleep comfort and health.â&#x20AC;?

a perfect solution for the disease called decubitus ulcers. During the comprehensive researches made by Beyzan's R&D team, various applications of 3D fabrics to mattresses have been realized. The 3D fabrics have been employed in the mattress core, mattress cover, and mattress topper. The R&D team has come up with many innovative

solutions for the mattress production process, as well as product designs for the bedding industry. The most significant result of these research activities is an innovative mattress design. Conventional mattresses are usually manufactured by a combination of metal springs, nonwoven felts, foam and chemical adhesives. Each layer of

the mattress core is fixed to the adjacent layers by the intensive application of chemical adhesives. These adhesives sublimate (change directly from solid to vapour state) while the mattress is in use. During sleep, the mattress user is in direct contact with the mattress and therefore inhales these chemicals. These chemicals form residues inside the human lungs, causing cancer. Metal springs are employed during the mattress manufacturing process in order to fill the mattress volume with low cost. There are some scientific studies showing that the metal springs inside the mattress collect and reflect the radiation waves caused by base-

stations, mobile phones, radio and television broadcasting, and electronic devices. The metal mattress forms a weave of radiation waves and the strength of this field of radiation reaches its maximum on 75cm from the mattress surface. Although it has not been scientifically proven yet, some researchers claim that this radiation field on a mattress causes cancer. Due to the manufacturing processes, the design and the materials used in production of conventional mattresses, bacteria and other microorganisms grow very fast within the mattress while it is in use. Because of the heat dissipated from the human body and

the stains of liquids (such as sweat) the environment inside mattresses. After 6 months of use, the most clean conventional mattress is said to contain at least 2 millions of microorganisms. The design team members Ă&#x2013;zge Mahir and Sevi Mahir mentioned about the differences between conventional mattresses and their new innovative mattresses: The innovative mattress production process and the mattress finished products were designed by the R&D team of Beyzan within the light of the above information.

Sevi Mahir - architect: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our innovative mattress manufacturing process makes it possible to produce mattresses without using any chemical adhesives, metal springs and non-woven felts.â&#x20AC;?

Sinem Mahir - textile technician, responsible from test and analysis of functional properties.

The mattress contains no metal springs, nonwoven felts and chemical adhesives. Instead, perfect combinations of high quality foam and 3D fabrics are used. The foam is cut in CNC cutting machines in a special geometry so that it forms a base for the other layers of the mattress core including the 3D fabrics. This special geometry eliminates the need of using chemicals in order to fix different layers of materials. The mattress core can be assembled easily in such a way to provide stability and integrity of the mattress. Several layers of 3D fabric are present in between foam layers in order to improve sleep comfort by providing efficient thermal comfort due to unparalleled air circulation and

mechanical comfort due to dramatically improved pressure relief. The highpressure relief effect is a perfect solution for the prevention of decubitus ulcers, a disease which harms tissues of human body because of constant pressure applied. Another significant feature of using several layers of 3D fabrics is that the improved air circulation regulates the temperature and humidity inside the mattress and thus prevents formation of bacteria, mites, bedbugs and other harmful live organisms inside the mattress. The borders of Narda mattress contain 3D spacer fabrics which are highly air permeable. The spacer fabric along the mattress border meets the air flow channels of the specially designed convoluted foam geometry and also the layers of 3D spacer fabrics within the foam. Therefore a very efficient air flow is obtained from top to bottom, front to back, and left to right, ie. in all possible directions. Narda mattresses are covered with removable mattress covers. Zippers are present along the mattress borders so that the cover can be removed and machine-washed. This brings two significant advantages: 1. the consumer is able to see what is inside the mattress before purchase. 2. the mattress cover can be washed regularly and the mattress can be kept clean for years. The innovative mattress cover is quilted with 3D spacer fabrics of height ranging from 3 to 10mm. These 3D fabrics are softer than the 3D fabrics inside the mattress core. The mattress user feels a perfect sleep

comfort, perspiration is prevented, and a strong solution is provided for the decubitus ulcers disaese. The company also offers special mattress toppers, mattress pads and pillows which contain layers of 3D fabrics. Narda mattress toppers and pads can be used on top of an existing mattress. This is an economical solution for obtaining better sleep comfort and hygiene, preventing perspiration and formation of decubitus ulcers. Narda's pillows contain high quality materials such as viscoelastic foam or latex in the core, and special types of 3D fabrics on the cover. The user feels the unique softness which does not permit sinking of the head inside the pillow when he/she lays his/her head on it. The perfect air circulation prevents perspiration of the human head during hot summer nights. R&D team member Sinem Mahir is carrying out the tests and analysis of the functional properties of the sleep products made with 3D fabrics. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are many academic studies showing the effectiveness of warp knitted 3D textile fabrics in preventing decubitus, prodiving improved air circulation, better thermal comfort and better pressure reliefâ&#x20AC;? she says. Beyzan aims to provide the mattresses as finished products, mattress toppers, pads and pillows to its customers who are renowned mattress manufacturers and bedding brands. Also with the Narda brand, the company will serve bedding retailers and export customers.

Duralli excels in quality mattresses

Duralli is integrated into the fabric up to broadcast-quality mattresses in a facility as a mark of Bursa since 2006. Duralli is a member Y覺lmaz Group of Companies. The company has a covered area of 10000m2 with monthly production capacity of 8000 mattresses. Duralli is sending its mattresses to whole Turkey. More people care about their health and attach importance to the use of smart textiles with designs that make better quality of sleep with Duralli who took major steps towards branding and quality. Increased diversity of different products for retail and wholesalers

In order to meet every demand in terms of R & D and technology, the company has been constantly renewing itself. Duralli is the pioneer of spring and pocket spring technology. It is always diversifying its product range to offer all needs of retailers and wholesalers. Duralli is already selling to North Africa and Middle Eastern markets, European and Balkan countries. Different products are developed for overseas market developments according to regions and countries. Duralli has been closely following the international fairs and exhibitions held in abroad to keep up with the latest technologies and trends.

Europe, Middle East and African markets are watching closely the Turks mattresses. Bed and sleep patterns change, the world's ever-evolving technology and contribute to the increasing quality of the production structure of Turkey raised awareness.

Visko Love, the first visco mattress and pillow producer in Turkey

Visco Elastic “Memory Foam” was developed by NASA in the 1960s to decrease the burden and pressure on the astronouts' spine during their flights. It was introduced to the industrial environment years after. Ural Grup has been producing Visco Elastic material since 1996, right after it was introduced to the common use

of the public in the early 1990s. An official of the company made the following statement regarding Visko Love: “Our company is differentiated from other companies by its qualified production system and innovative works to introduce you better products continuously.

“Our products are being manufactured in the specially designed moulds one by one and made of open cell Visco Elastic material. Preferring mould system and high density materials in our production not only increase the comfort in usage but also extend the durability of the products. “Our mattresses help in regulating your blood circulation, relieving joint pain, and keeping your spine straight by adjusting with your body and filling all the spaces. Your sleep will not be disturbed by your movements and eventually you end up with a sound, continous sleep. Our pillows are manufactured with the same material in the same manufacturing system. Our pillows help in making the possible pains go away by supporting the neck and shoulder muscles. We suggest our products not only for people with health problems but also for anybody who wants to keep their health stable. “Ural Grup is also the first gel pillow and mattress producer in Turkey. The gel part which gives off a great coolness for the user is applied to the visco in the moulds without using any extra chemicals for glueing. “Although Visko Love is a very new brand in Turkey, there are 95 exclusive stores (franchises) around Turkey, and there are more than 200 sales points in total. “Visko Love has the largest product range for visco mattresses and pillows. There are more than 20 mattress and 50 pillow types. We have different kind of pillows for sleeping but also we have travel pillows, special waist pillows, and sitting cushions for comfort and for medical needs.

“Our mattresses and pillows produced by Visco Elastic material are being preferred by many people who pay

attention to their health around the World and in Turkey due to their superior features.”

Men should sleep alone? “Sleeping with a lover has a powerful and negative effect on one part of a man's anatomy: his brain,” had said Austrian Professor Gerhard Kloesch couple years ago. “Men, whether you have sex or not, sharing your bed all night long can actually make you stupid, sapping your brain power -at least temporarily.” That was the

surprising conclusion reached by scientists from the University of Vienna in Austria. Oddly, men thought they slept better with a partner and women believed they did not. In fact, both men and women had more disturbed sleep, but in men it affected their ability to perform on cognitive tests the next day. This has nothing to do

with having sex-or not. It's all about sleep quality. That's probably why mattress producers started to develop one single mattress with two different features. It could be one side hard and the other side soft or they could have some some other features.

This even may solve the problem partiallyâ&#x20AC;Ś Led by Gerhard Kloesch, the team had studied eight unmarried, childless couples in their 20s using both questionnaires and a wrist activity monitor called an "actigraph" to assess sleep patterns. The couples spent 10 nights sharing the same bed and 10 nights sleeping in different beds. Here's a startling side effect of insomnia. Lack of sleep not only makes you tired and cranky the next day, but it also has this astonishing effect on your job. Men had said that they had slept better with their partner, but in actuality they had had more disturbed

sleep even when they did not have sex before falling asleep. That lack of sleep caused increased levels of a stress hormone, which reduced their ability to perform simple cognitive tests the next day, reports New Scientist. Interestingly, when men had sex and then fell asleep with their partner, they were better able to remember their dreams the next day. Women had said they had slept better alone, and they were right. Still, even when they had slept with their partners they had reported being far more refreshed in the morning than their sleep time indicated. Unlike their partners, their stress levels and mental scores did not suffer. When it comes to dream recall, women were the opposite of men. They remembered

their dreams better when they slept alone than when they slept with their partner. "It's not surprising that people are disturbed by sleeping together. Historically, we have never been meant to sleep in the same bed as each other. It is a bizarre thing to do," Dr. Neil Stanley, a sleep expert at the University of Surrey, told the BBC News. "Sleep is the most selfish thing you can do, and it's vital for good physical and mental health. Sharing the bed space with someone who is making noises and who you have to fight with for the duvet is not sensible. If you are happy sleeping together that's great, but if not there is no shame in separate beds." Kloesch presented the research at a meeting of the Forum of European Neurosciences in Vienna.

ViscoAir Smart Mattress and Mattress Air Condition by Isbir Isbir Yatak offers personalized sleep products for those whose first priority is health and comfort

Combining the latest technology and modern designs Isbir Yatak (Isbir Mattress Company) is offering “ViscoAir” smart mattresses made from Vitamin ACE fabrics of which softness can be adjusted according to your mode and desire to use four seasons thanks to their “Bed Air Condition” to feel quite special. Attaching importance on the comfort of the consumer Isbir Yatak contributes to the living level with its personalized products. Its air-conditioned smart beds can offer you ideal temperature for the season. Bed with Vitamin ACE, hard during sleep and soft while reading! ViscoAir mattress innovated by Isbir by using Vitamin ACE fabric, which is developed by utilizing A, C and E vitamins, is offered as a vitamin store of healthy sleep. It is easy now to have the comfort you want with Isbir ViscoAir Adjustable

Hardness Viscoelastic Smart Mattress. You can adjust your bed as you desire while reading your book, watching TV, having your breakfast and, of course, when sleeping. Isbir Yatak invites you to a new mattress experience… Providing a personalized sleep atmosphere ViscoAir offers you to determine hardness level for the spaces where your head, truncus and legs lay on thereby increasing your sleep comfort. Offering two separate control devices, the spouses can adjust their favorite features of the ViscoAir which reacts minimum against the affect on its upper level thanks to the viscoelastic material the mattress was developed with. The viscoelastic material which was produced from open cell technology is sensible for heat and pressure and starts movement until the mattress takes ergonomically the shape and features

of your body. It is because of this feature that this ViscoAir mattress is named “smart mattress”. “Bed Air Condition”, an excellent formula for air-conditioned sleep… Air-conditioned mattress pad, one of the new products of Isbir Yatak, is practically used four seasons at all mattresses. The major feature of this pad, which is available for single and

double mattresses, is its increasing the comfort level of sleep. The double pad has two choices of temperature for the both sides of the bed to offer temperature for the choices of the spouses according to their own preference. Heat up to 40 degrees, cool down to 5 degrees! Technically very thin water tubes have

been installed in the pad to gain aircondition feature. The motor, which provides water circulation throughout the tubes, works very silent and a comfortable sleep follows. It can be heat up to 40 degrees and can be cooled up to 5 degrees. It is more healthy and economical when compared with air-conditioned rooms. Thanks to the circulation of the water in tubes, electrification is also decreased. Most importantly, this product provides energy saving because the mattress air condition control units consumes average less than 80 watt. This pad is comfortably washed at washing machines and is dried in drying machines. Isbir Yatak had offered 75 density viscoelastic mattresses, plus 100 density viscoelastic mattresses, mattresses produced with nanotechnology and lavender odor, polymer spring viscoelastic mattresses, and seaweed essence mattresses with anti-stress affect for the first time in Turkey.

Hotel Maison, the dream destination at Sleepy's It is time to bring the opulent comfort of your favorite hotel matters home with the exclusive line of Hotel Maison mattresses There is nothing more elegant and luxurious than a vacation to your dream destination. Whether you are visiting the high fashion sights of Paris, France or submersing yourself in the hustle and bustle of New York City, the hotel room you stay in is the key element to turning your vacation from ordinary to

extraordinary. The Hotel Maison line by Sealy, exclusively sold at Sleepy's will bring your high-end dream destination back home into your bedroom. You may turn your bedroom into an elegant affair that will rival any five-star hotel with the bedroom furniture and accents of this hotel.

It is time to bring the opulent comfort of your favorite hotel matters home with the exclusive line of Hotel Maison mattresses. Its stylish line of mattress will comfort and support your body

for restful sleep that will have you waking up each morning feeling as refreshed as leaving the spa at your dream destination vacation. Turn every day at home into a stay-cation

as you enjoy your Hotel Maison mattress each night. The Hotel Maison bedroom line will transform your bedroom into the up-scale lifestyle you have been dreaming of.

Grandeur Mattress by Enso Sleep Systems

They named it Grandeur mattress because they had a grand reason because the mattress is really grand! The Grandeur Mattress from Enso Sleep System is made with 13.5 inches of memory foam mattress and covered with fabric made from cotton, with 300 thread counts. The features of the mattress are grand indeed: * The Enso Grandeur mattress is composed of premium silicone fiber, engineered baffled Enso prime cluster foam, and Airflow Pressure Relief (APR) Foam.

* Beneath the memory foam level, a high-density border edge foam surrounds the entire mattress to help with edge support and tailoring. * The Enso Grandeur has a zippered, removable Euro duvet top for luxurious comfort. What is Enso? Enso uses natural technologies and processes to create mattresses, foundations and pillows. Whether it's our packaging, our products, our people or our philosophy, we are devoted to providing the best

experience possible to everyone who touches our brand. Enso Technologies Enso uses Active Charcoal, Silver, Aloe Vera, Negative Ion, Mineral Water, Bamboo, and Airflow Pressure Relief (APR) Foam to create products that refresh your environment. Enso Products Enso memory foam mattresses, pillows and mattress foundations are built to stay clean and keep your sleeping environment fresh.

a leading mattress supplier of contract market Sabah Yataklari, one of the leading mattress manufacturers of Turkey, is also one of the major suppliers of contract market, in domestic and international market. Since its establishment in 1983, the company has intensified its activities especially in supplying contract areas such as hotels, hospitals and dormitories with a daily production capacity of 1000 units in its Corlu plant. With its headquarters in Istanbul and sales office in Antalya, Sabah Yataklari is proud of serving domestic and

international market for more than 20 years. The company is now presenting a new line with Scandinavian type of beds composed of natural filling materials, pocket spring ad multi-pocket spring systems providing the ultimate comfort, latex and memory foam layers and upscale chenille fabrics. Common characteristic of this line is first quality Swedish wood chosen especially for these products and natural filling materials. Natural materials relieve pressure from your body and allow air circulation at the same time; thus providing you a

healthy sleep environment. Scandinavian product range consists of three types of beds; Continental sets, Boxspring beds and Adjustable Beds. - Continental sets with boxspring, mattress and topmatress, consist of two spring systems: Bonnel type spring system in the boxspring; 5 zone pocket or multipocket spring system in the mattress. Pocket and multipocket springs are individually housed in fabric pockets which are ultra-sonically sealed; so each spring moves independently from each other. The springs in the bed, retain their form and always return to their initial position after the compression is over. Latex or memory foam topmatresses on top of this spring system is the final touch for the ultimate comfort.

- Boxspring sets are made of boxspring and topmattress on it. The boxspring in this line, contain two cooperating spring systems : combination of Bonnell/ Multi Bonnell, 5 Zone Pocket

/Mini Bonnell or 5 Zone Multipocket/Mini Bonnell. Third type of bed in this line is Adjustable Bed. Comfortable and

each other. All of the products in this line are crafted with superior production techniques and are backed by a team of professionals working for hotel guests' comfort and well being. Mattresses and bases designed to fit the body, decrease blood pressure during sleep through padding materials and ensure ideal sleeping environment. Premium Line mattresses' heights are between 24-36 cm with Bonnell or pocket spring systems. All

multifunctional, Sabah Adjustable Bed system offers the highest standard in comfort with pocket and multipocket spring systems and different alternatives of top mattress. It is extremely easy to raise or lower the head and food of the bed to find the ideal sleeping and relaxing position. Beside the Scandinavian line, during 2011, Sabah Yataklari has reworked their â&#x20AC;&#x153;Premium Hotel Lineâ&#x20AC;? dedicated to upper level city hotels and they are, now, proud to announce it to hospitality professionals. Premium Hotel Line 's superiority comes from exclusive and first class raw materials and delicate workmanship. It is divided into 6 different mattress models and 3 different base models, matching with

the mattresses in this group have special-cut/ high density foam layers, soft-touch foam padding, natural fabric and special materials such as Fire BarrierÂŽ. One of the main targets of the company for the second half of 2012 is to develop Premium Line and to introduce Natural Line to the market. In this new line, raw materials used in the production of mattresses and bases will be up to 100% natural.

Phi-ton, the brand to make you feel at home! Phi-ton is just for you to be able to relax in comfort with a sense of wellbeing - to be able to open up to all your favorite things, to recuperate strength and participate in an exciting life. Your own four walls are important once again. As is your bed - it becomes your main source of a sense of wellbeing. Phi-ton is an attractive, multifunctional design bed which allows you all the comfort and luxury to do what is sensible and pleasant: relax. Watching TV or a good movie, enjoying one another's company, and sleeping - just as important to humans as eating and drinking. Phi-ton is a bed in a new dimension: floating without a sub-frame, in a perfect synergy of design, luxury and health.

Phi - the symbol for harmonic proportions. The ancient Greeks have tried to define beauty by using mathematics. In nature they discovered many examples, in which dimensions fall within a numerical ratio of 1 : 1.618, otherwise known as the golden mean. In nature the golden cut is everywhere. In the drawing of butterfly wings, in the turn time of planets, in the pattern of the seeds of a sunflower and in the slag houseâ&#x20AC;Ś The proportions in the diagrid of the slag house develop in a range, in which the next point is the sum of the current point and the preceding point: 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21. The Greek written Phi has the form of a slag house.

Phi-ton is always searching to the ideal proportion. In drafts form, materials and comfort. In creativity, skill discretion and technology, and in production, distribution and serviceâ&#x20AC;Ś Award winning products Phi-ton the Bed Security and Esthetics... Phi-ton is innovative technology and light, floating looks. Its multiple-awards-winning design will provide bedrooms with classic elegance. Its interior conceals elaborate, patented technology. Phi-ton is a new dimension of bed: floating without any base frame, in exciting symbiosis of design, luxury, and healthiness.

Phi-ton 3D mattresses - comfort in the 3rd dimension Characterizing for Phi-ton the products are 3D braided fabric as a comfort material and textile. This guarantees that the Phi-ton 3D-mattress is unsurpassed when it comes to air and moisture regulation as well as hygiene. Phi-ton 3D-pillows The Phi-ton 3D-pillows outer cover is made of 3D braided fabric. And thus provide all the benefits of this innovative material: perfect pressure relief, a healthy sleeping climate and optimum hygiene. No sweating, no odors, no accumulation of mites, bacteria and fungi as microbiologists have found them in

traditional pillows. Phi-ton 3D-Duvets No goose-down, no camel hair, no corn fibers, but a duvet made from 100% 3Dbraided fabric. Just as you may expect from Phi-tonâ&#x20AC;Ś Not only will your sleep be healthy and invigorating as a result of the best in ventilation and oxygen supply, but you are also ensured the best and optimum in hygiene. A clean bed, with less perspiration without odors and devoid of those often lamented bed bugs, bacteria and fungi. Refreshing, light and comfortably warmâ&#x20AC;Ś Phi-ton International B.V. is a Dutch company, with headquarters in Nieuw-

vennep, the Netherlands. The Phi-ton Collection is distributed worldwide through the Phi-ton premium bedroom and interior furniture specialists, and is recommended by interior architects.

Women sensitivity and touch on pillows and duvets...

“Beehouse” as a brand name has only 9 months of brand history but its developers have 16 years of experience in home textile and especially specialized in the field of pillow and duvet.

The personalities behind this success are three businesswomen. “It has been such a short time doing our business but our brand name 'beehouse' has been known even from the first month of our start of producing which has

been progressing every day, ” says an official of the company and adds: “We feel that we have made a sign of the water because it wasn't easy to work as three women especially as a producer in the men's field but when

you have an experience, faith and honesty, you can get your own place and make your own success story. “We believe that whatever you come across in your life with, you have to interpret it right. “We have been serving in the home textile field with 40 different types of pillows and around 20 different types of duvets. Beside natural products such

as goose down, bamboo and wool, developing with the technological products such as viscoelastic-nano and silicone pillows and duvets are also our expertise. “Now we are glad to announce 'beehouse' even in other countries such as Middle East, Europe and Far East.”

A smart bed tidying up itself from Ohea

It's a smart bed, which actually knows how to tide up itself when the user pushes the button. The bed is mechanical and with one push of a button, it can tuck away sheets, blankets and pillows with ease, much to the amusement of the child who is sleeping on it. Ohea, the innovator of this smart bed, indicates on their site that it will “soon be available” for sale. The bed is equipped with a device that enables it to automatically straighten the bedding, what is called “to make the bed”, once the occupant has gotten up and left the bed unmade. The time the bed takes to make itself is 50 seconds.

When the bed-making mechanism activates, a lid on each side of the bed opens and a mechanical arm with two rollers emerges on each side at the foot of the bed. After positioning the lateral cord that holds the duvet between the two rollers, the arm pulls the duvet up to the head of the bed. Once the cord is fully extended, the arm descends and the lid closes.

The main pieces that are straightened and put in order are the following: the bottom sheet, top cover (duvet), and the pillowcases. The duvet, the pillowcase, and the pillow itself are straightened mechanically while the bottom sheet is kept straight since it is attached with Velcro to the mattress cover. Following is the statement of Ohea on their website:

At the same time, the pillows are straightened by cords attached to the pillowcases after which the panels rotate elevating the pillows; and once the upper coverlet has been stretched to the head of the bed, the pillows fall back onto it.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Making the bed after getting up is a daily chore. Although it might seem a minor one, it has the character of a ritual that must be carried out, so much so that many people are simply unable to leave the home without having made their bed and this often gives

rise to conflicts and arguments between parents and children. It's a proven fact that for many people making their bed after getting up can be a tiresome, even painful task; sometimes out of sheer habit, other times because one is in a hurry and lacks time. There are also many instances in which because of advanced age, some genetic defect, some type of physical disability or because of an accidents, the individual is simply unable to make the bed or where to do so the person would have to make an extraordinary effort which itself could end up being detrimental to the person's health.â&#x20AC;?

Good sleep memories on adjustable bed memory foam Adjustable bed memory foams are ideal for increasing the comfort of sleeping, relaxing, reading, writing, eating, etcâ&#x20AC;Ś

An adjustable bed memory foam is an innovation that is partly derived from technology researched by NASA for their astronauts to provide extra comfort to household users. Memory

Foam was originally innovated for NASA astronauts because the slowrecovery cushions relieved some of the G-force on astronauts during launches. Memory Foam used as materials for

adjustable bed memory foam will also mold to your body's pressure, providing comfort and support. An adjustable bed memory foam uses foam materials that is a unique combination of progressive visco elastic foam that gives a sensation that is different from other mattress types because it molds to each individual torso and returns to its normal shape. Visco Elastic Foam is used by NASA in the space shuttle seats to cushion the effect of G-forces during lift off since it is energy absorbing. An adjustable bed memory foam does not just relieves pressure on the body, but also is wrapped in a special fabric which protects the Visco material and extra edge support for ease of getting up from bed.

This makes the adjustable bed memory foam a unique type of mattress. Always try to look for adjustable bed memory foam that is designed to deliver maximum comfort. Adjustable bed memory foams are ideal for increasing the comfort of sleeping, relaxing, reading, writing, eating, etc. Usually adjustable bed memory foam comes with convenient hand control to set the sections settings independently. On the normal basis, an adjustable bed memory foam comes with the following features. Adjustable bed memory foam is normally high quality orthopedic mattress with matching foam base. They also come with independent head and foot operation for ease of control. Some units of adjustable bed memory foam come with wireless pendant with glow-inthe-dark buttons for extra visibility.

Never forget to ask you sales person to recommend an adjustable bed memory foam that has two powerful, yet extremely quiet electric motors respond instantly to commands. If you have the time to shop for a proper adjustable bed memory foam, then look for one that has an individual locking casters, because it allows easy movement of the bed, as well as a locked into position. Finally, I would prefer to recommend people to buy one with unitized steel frame that features armor shield plating. You'd want your adjustable bed memory foam to possess exceptional toughness, impact resistance and

extensive corrosion protection for many years of useful life. I also came across new models of adjustable bed memory foam that come with a dual 10 speed

massager which you can set using a 30 minute timer, to provide you with a soothing muscle relaxation after a hard day's work.

More space, more comfort, more fun!

Stretch out and luxuriate on the expanse of the McRoskey 7' x 7' San Francisco King©

Celebrating its 112th anniversary of handcrafting mattresses and box springs in San Francisco, McRoskey Mattress Company has recently introduced a new mattress size they call the San Francisco King Mattress. This is a 7’ x 7’ design that would be perfect for those who love to sleep with utmost freedom and room. It's also perfect for a family who sleeps with their kids or pets together. McRoskey President Robin McRoskey Azevedo said they decided to introduce this mattress because they have been receiving numerous

requests from consumers who are looking for a “custom over-sized mattress”. Many professional athletes, who are taller than regular people, actually prefer a bigger sized mattress, as it provides more sleeping surface. The 7’ x 7’ has features as: * Like all McRoskey beds the new 7'x7' San Francisco King© is handcrafted to order at its factory in San Francisco's Central Waterfront neighborhood. * The 7' x 7' is available in the McRoskey byDesign and Classic comforts. * The set includes linens and mattress

protectors. * Box spring heights can be customized 6” to 14”. By Design Line of the 7' x 7' mattress is sold for $11,777 and the Classic Line for $7,777. McRoskey Mattress has showrooms in Palo Alto and San Francisco.

RB Rúm excels in complete bed sets

RB Rúm has a long withstanding tradition of excellence in quality and customer satisfaction in Iceland. Ragnar Björnsson, the original founder, opened the doors in 1943 and remained very passionately involved with day-to-day operations up until his death in 2004. His enthusiasm and work ethic still lives today in his employees and his legacy was passed down to his daughter, Birna Katrín Ragnarsdóttir, who serves as the current director of the company. Part of the company's success and longevity can be traced to its customeroriented services whereby customers

Birna Katrín Ragnarsdóttir, Director of RB RUM

can customize their bed sets without any restrictions regarding size, width or height. The only real restriction is the customers' imagination. The actual production process starts when you walk into the RB Rúm showroom located at Dalshraun 8 in Hafnarfjör›ur with an idea or specific need. The product specialists at hand are extremely knowledgeable and are able to help you make a bed set that

is tailored your own personal tastes. In addition, RB Rúm also possesses the capability of customizing both headboards and nightstands to order in its production facility attached to the showroom. This allows for complete customization of both bed sets and all subsequent accessories, which has proven undeniably popular with customers. RB Rúm has always prided itself on providing customers with the best

quality, as well as fair prices. Over the years the company has maintained fantastic relationships with its hotel clientele, and this is reflected by the fact that the majority of hotel chains in Iceland carry RB Rúm beds. Being that RB Rúm is family owned and operated, its emphasis on remaining family orientated is what keeps generations after generations fiercely loyal to the RB Rúm brand.

Therapedic International launches “Agility” Collection Eye-catching, sleek line debuts at Las Vegas Market

Therapedic International announced it will introduce its new Agility collection, which combines innovative gel foam and thousands of microcoils for unmatched cooling comfort and support, at the upcoming Las Vegas Furniture Market, July 30 - August 3, 2012. “The combination of micro-pocket coils and gel infused memory foam give the Agility line the most supple and responsive sleep surface of any mattress on the market,” said Therapedic president and CEO, Gerry Borreggine.

The new line is made with thousands of micro-pocket springs, which are encased in a three-way stretch fabric, giving the mattress a quick response surface feel, and allows it to be highly resistant to body impressions and sagging. Preserve® VG, the first biobased viscoelastic gel foam on the market, which is swirled into the foam compound, adds comfort and cooling performance to the line. Each mattress in the four-model series features a combination core, which includes a mix of high-density foam, Preserve VG and thousands of pocketed micro-coils,

offering unmatched comfort and support. Highlighting the Pantone Color of the Year, the Agility line features a vibrant orange- tangerine and white ticking with a contemporary floral design, enhancing the curb appeal of the beds on the showroom floor. “The Agility collection provides retailers with a striking product that will really 'pop' on the sales floor,” said Borreggine. “It's the perfect example of how a design element, like a vibrant color, can draw a consumer

to a product, and how a special feature, such as the highly responsive micro-coil, can seal the deal at the point-of-sale.” Four models, the Dash, the Tango, the Freestyle, and the Crossover comprise the national line and range in retail pricing from $1,299 to $2,499 in queen. Experience the new Agility collection in Therapedic's showroom at the Las Vegas Furniture Market, located in space B-822. Therapedic International is a 55-yearold mattress and sleep products manufacturer, with over 50 licensees producing products under the Therapedic brand label throughout the world. It is a recognized top-10 mattress brand, and has significantly increased its brand awareness and distribution in the related sleep products categories over the past five years.

Therapedic International launches new Ecogel series at Las Vegas Market Mattress sleeps 30% cooler than other foam products Therapedic International announced that it will introduce its EcoGel® mattress series at the Winter Las Vegas Market, Jan. 30 - Feb. 3, 2012. The collection solves the critical issue of sleeping hot on foam. The EcoGel collection is made using a pre-polymer that is added and 'swirled' into the foam compound as it is made, giving the product better adherence to the foam. The open cell design of the gel-memory foam technology supports air and moisture movement while improving blood flow and oxygen exposure to skin cells. The combination of the DynaFlow® Cooling Fabric, designed to increase both the breathability and cooling effect, and the swirl gel-memory foam, allows the EcoGel beds to sleep cooler than traditional foam. The new gel collection also features a layer of soy.

“With the rapid growth of the gel category, the introduction of the EcoGel series provides our customers an affordable alternative for consumers looking to ease into the gel or green category without the hefty price of other brands,” said President and CEO Gerry Borreggine. “While most manufacturers are introducing products with specs of gel infused into the foam, our EcoGel line features swirls of gel, which offers greater gel coverage, and greater cooling and comfort benefits.” The EcoGel series has three models: The Blue Lagoon 8.25-inch mattress, which combines gel memory foam with a layer of latex enhanced support, and high density foam, as well as the DynaFlow® Cooling Fabric; the Blue Essence 11-inch mattress includes an additional layer of high support memory foam; and the Blue Heaven 13-inch mattress, which has an extra layer of Talalay latex. The company

will display one of the models on an adjustable base in collaboration with Leggett & Platt. To highlight the line in a room full of gel introductions, Therapedic is offering a bold new point-of-purchase package that incorporates bright colors, banners and informative materials. The suggested retail price of the EcoGel series ranges from $1,199 to $1,999 in queen. Experience the new EcoGel collection at Las Vegas Market in Therapedic's showroom, B-0822. Therapedic International is a 54-yearold mattress and sleep products manufacturer, with over 50 licensees producing products under the Therapedic brand label throughout the world. It is a recognized top-10 mattress brand, and has significantly increased its brand awareness and distribution in the related sleep products categories over the past five years.

Visco-Spring速 Wonderpillow: a step into the future Bedding manufacturers are often asked these days if they have any new products to propose and, when they do, it is usually just an improvement on an existing one that is already quite good - nothing revolutionary. This time, with its over 4-decade long experience in design, manufacturing and world-wide marketing of premium bed pillows, Soff-Art has something truly special to offer its distributors and their customers. After months of research and testing they have finally developed a pillow that did not exist before and that will arguably outperform any other. They are so convinced of its merits that they have applied for a patent and built a state-of-the-art plant especially designed for this production. Visco-Spring速 Wonderpillow has now been introduced as a winning combination of two systems that have been successfully used for decades, so that there is no longer any need to choose between a memory foam pillow and a spring pillow and the benefits of both can be enjoyed at once. Furthermore, the intrinsic resilience of its components will allow this particular pillow to maintain its shape and comfort level much longer than any conventional pillow.

It is comfier, quicker, better and entirely manufactured in Italy

Soff-Art, the Pillow Atelier announces the introduction of a groundbreaking product combining the two most advanced technologies in pillow design: the Visco-Spring速 Wonderpillow

Memory Foam, also known as viscoelastic foam, is heat and pressure sensitive and it moulds quickly to the shape of the body. Originally developed in the 60's under a contract by NASA's Research Center, it was subsequently released for commercial use. Memory foam's open cell structure varies from very open to almost close, with the more open generating more airflow through the foam and resulting in increased comfort and better recovery. Pocketed Coils, fitted together, become an independent suspension system that contours to each person's form and weight, adjusting instantly to every movement and providing new levels of support and comfort. The air contained inside gently flows in and out with every movement of the head, thus reducing heat and moisture accumulation. Given the recognized importance of the pillow in the bed environment and its undeniable relation with good sleep quality and generally accepted hygienic considerations, a product of this caliber cannot go unnoticed in the bedding industry. The Visco-Spring速 Wonderpillow is already quite popular in Europe, the Far East and the Americas and it is likely to become the new benchmark against which savvy marketers and discerning public will measure other products of the same category.

EVTEKS never sleeps!

EVTEKS, Istanbul Home Textile Exhibition, organized by the CNR International Trade Fairs Inc., an affiliate of the CNR Holding, in collaboration with the Association for Turkish Home Textile Industrialists and Businessmen (TETSIAD), took place on 16-20 May 2012 at the CNR Expo Center in Istanbul. The fair opened its door on May 16 for 5 days and hosted approximately 1,000 exhibitor

companies together with 119,000 visitors. Ceyda Erem, CNR Holding President, gave information regarding EVTEKS, said that EVTEKS ranked as the second worldwide fair in home textile industry both in terms of venue and trade capacity. Erem added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;During EVTEKS purchasers made new orders of more than 1 billion dollars. With the

commercial added value it created, EVTEKS is among the most important expert exhibitions worldwide. The world keeps a close eye on the fair due to its popularity in terms of the variety of exhibited products, the new trends of the textile industry presented and the density of the trade relationships generated by the participants both as visitors and exhibitors.'

Sleep products at Evteks A great many sleep product manufacturers exhibited at Evteks this year, too. This product category included mainly mattresses, quilts, pillows, blankets, bed sheets, bedcovers and mattress pads. As being the 4th biggest home textile supplier in the world and having the 5% share of the world's market in the industry, Turkey set itself an export objective of 10 billion USD for the year of 2023. EVTEKS, has been on the stage for 18 years, is regarded by the textile authorities as the most convenient trade environment in Turkey to generate the targeted business volume for the upcoming years. Buyer delegations from 20 countries visited the fair Buyer delegations from 20 countries like France, Russia, Poland, Portuguese, Japan, Azerbaijan, Jordan, Kuwait, Morocco, Canada, Moldova, Tunisia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Brazilian, Iran, Hungary, Ukraine, Brazil hosted by the Ministry of Economy, visited the fair. EVTEKS, the textile platform of the world More than 130 foreign companies from US, Europe and the Near East countries including Italy, France, Spain, Germany, Belgium, England, Greece, Pakistan, Syria, Iran, the Netherlands, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, Austria, Lebanon, Moldova involved the exhibition with their latest products during EVTEKS. Turkish companies from the cities Istanbul, Denizli, Bursa, Kayseri, Adana, Izmir, Ankara and Diyarbakir that are well-known for their success in home textile showed up at the fair. B2B Match Platform at EVTEKS EVTEKS introduced for the first time B2B matching system this year in order to generate web-based meeting platform both for its visitors and exhibitors before the exhibition. After the fair, the exhibitors of the event left very satisfied with the service provided since the system enabled them to catch new business opportunities with various visitors from different countries.

Dizaynist - Design Studios at EVTEKS for the first time EVTEKS was presented an exclusive area called â&#x20AC;&#x153;dizaynistâ&#x20AC;? for the first time this year. The various studios, designed for the presentation of the home textile products, excited the attendees. The design offices from Turkey, Germany, Portugal, Italy, Sweden, England, France, Holland and US participated at this unique section of the fair with their extra-ordinary presentations created especially for EVTEKS. "TWIST" reflected the new trends for the home textile industry Istanbul Home Textile Exhibition, which is memorized with its concept renewed each year, welcomed 2013 seasonal home textile trends at the Trend Area. 'TWIST', prepared by NellyRodi, captured the attention of the trend participants with it's exciting themes named ''Elegant Twist,

Maritime Energy, Jungle Fever, Bizarre Bazaar, Glam Graphic, Delicate Dream''. 'HAREM' Area became the meeting point of the visitors during EVTEKS EVTEKS welcomed their guests with a special touch this year at the Gallery 11. HAREM at the gallery, aiming to reflect the Ottoman spirit to the visitors, became the most popular space of the fair with its decoration composed of the fabric and upholstery concepts from Ottoman period. The popular point hosted the celebrities from the politics, economy and art. Istanbul Metropolitan Mayor, Kadir Topbas, visited EVTEKS and HAREM Area and said, "We are significantly contributing to the country economy and the tourism income by hosting such a great organization in Istanbul. A large exhibition like EVTEKS continues to increase the country's economic and competitive power".

Istanbul's home textile fair has become a good venue for sleep products, too.

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How to find the right mattress for your body? Pressure imaging systems allow monitoring and comparison of pressure. XSENSOR offers retailers and manufacturers full-body pressure imaging systems to help demonstrate pressure relief and comfort to customers XSENSOR develops a better mattress shopping experience by providing pressure-imaging systems that can help salespeople guide consumers to the right mattress for their unique body and sleep preferences. Better comfort and mattress support decisions can be made with body pressure imaging because XSENSOR systems are used by salespeople to educate consumers about their own unique body pressure points and fit them to a comfortable and supportive mattress. Sales associates provide a better mattress buying experience by personalizing the sales process, creating a conversation around the customer's individual body pressures

and sleep needs. Results? Manufacturers and retailers have realized: - higher closing rates, - higher margins, and - fewer product returns Consumers have realized: - less confusion and more confidence in their mattress choice - an appreciation for a more personalized shopping experience from knowledgeable salespeople XSENSOR is the worldwide leader in pressure imaging technology. Products are used in more than 50 countries worldwide in patient safety, automotive testing, and commercial mattress applications.

CertiPUR-US® certification program for flexible polyurethane foam in bedding Demand for certified foam is increasing. Today, every major foam supplier in the U.S., as well as a growing number of foam suppliers based outside the U.S., offer flexible polyurethane foam that has been tested and approved through the CertiPUR-US® program, the most rigorous and comprehensive certification program for foam. Foams are tested for content, emission and durability. Being able to offer certified foam for bedding gives mattress manufacturers and bedding retailers a value-added edge in today's highly competitive market by: * Protecting your reputation by differentiating your products from substandard foams * Reassuring customers about your foam * Addressing topical consumer issues * Demonstrating your commitment to environmental stewardship Each CertiPUR-US® registration covers only a specific class of polyether-based flexible polyurethane foam manufactured with the same raw materials. The categories are: * Conventional polyether foam * Conventional FR polyether foam (sharing the same fire retardant package) * Super-soft (low density/low index) conventional foam ( 15 lbs. IFD and 1.5 pcf) * High Resilience foam * Viscoelastic foam * Other foams to be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by a CertiPUR-US® administrator. When you offer your customers CertiPUR-US® certified foam, you can be confident that the flexible polyurethane foam

inside your products has been rigorously tested and certified by an accredited laboratory to meet specific criteria for physical performance, content, indoor emissions and environmental stewardship. CertiPUR-US® approved foams are: * Low emission (VOCs) for indoor air quality * Made without prohibited phthalates * Made without ozone depleters (no CFCs) * Made without mercury, lead or heavy metals * Made without formaldehyde * Made without PBDEs.

Combining nature’s potential with the solution of technology Sense of Nature releases a new type of silk fiber for filled sleeping products.

The company, which offers affordable luxury with its NordicComfort® brand, has launched SilkFX™ as a natural fiber solution that offers an improved option for natural duvet and pillow filling. The origin of SilkFX™ fibers SilkFX™ represents a revolution in natural fiber technology. The fibers result from many years of researching the potential of improving silk for filled sleeping products. These fibers come from nature’s own delicate processes, and are further enhanced to offer a wide range of additional benefits for the sleeper. SilkFX™ fibers ensure that a sleep product assortment is kept innovative and interesting to attract new shoppers while selling more to an established customer base.

How are SilkFX™ fibers different? Natural sleeping products are growing in popularity. With SilkFX™, retailers can capitalise on this trend and compete with a unique product that offers: • Improved healthy properties such as reducing allergens and bacteria and keeping the sleeping body temperature more stable, • Convenience as the silk duvet or pillow is now machine washable while keep all the properties of silk, • Good value for money with a high quality product representing a quality of life investment. All these benefits attract the interest of a growing number of people who want a natural sleep!

How NordicComfort® products use SilkFX™ fibers As part of its assortment for winter 2012 and beyond, Sense of Nature has also created a new product range of NordicComfort® products for its retail and distribution partners to offer their customers. The new NordicComfort® line is based on the unique SilkFX™ fibers and fully delivers on the promise of affordable luxury and a healthy sleep. From LittleDreams™ for babies and kids, to the beloved SuperiorSilk™, the new line delivers something for the entire family and fits all price ranges. The range is also introducing SilkClick™, an easy way for anyone to sleep warmer by joining together their light and medium NordicComfort® duvets.

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revolutionizing foam bonding

SABA is internationally recognized as the leading specialist in the field of water-based foam bonding adhesives. For more than 75 years, the company has been working non-stop on the development of innovative and top performing adhesive products.

The SABA portfolio offers you unmatched bonding performance, efficiency and safety. SABA's water-based adhesives meet every requirement in terms of fast and effective application, durability and

in relation to emissions. SABA has the perfect adhesive product to match your foam bonding production process, and provides you with the latest and most efficient application technologies to ensure the lowest possible adhesive cost per unit produced.

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SABA's adhesive product line include: Sababond's - one and two component adhesives, characterized by their immediate adhesive strength and very short drying times, Sabaspray's - one component adhesives which stand for speed and efficiency, without compromising on quality, and Sabamelt's - which are 100% solids and perfected for (semi-)automated machines.

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APER automatic gluing machines increase productivity, save material and time APER is an Italian company that produces automatic gluing machines for mattresses and insulation industry. Alongside the traditional roller machine the company also offers an innovative adhesive-spraying machine and automated material handling systems. Aper technical solutions will supply

the best and most efficient use of your adhesives, will guarantee bonding of outstanding quality and improve your material flow and productivity. Technology it proposes is patent and allows reaching a productivity increase up to 75%, reducing the consumption of glue, production time and labor costs.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;At APER we are proud of the quality of our machines and we know that for our customers the reliability of the equipment is crucial. For this reason we only use top-quality brands for both electrical and pneumatic components, such as Siemens, Omron, Yashkawa, Festo, etc.,â&#x20AC;? says an official of the company.

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Maxime Knitting Mills: 2012 Mattress Knit Ticking Collection Maxime Knitting Mills Inc. reveals their new line of mattress knit ticking for their 2012 collection, showcasing their signature bold and bright designs.

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The Maxime Design team undergoes a great amount of research to bring forth the finest patterns following the latest trends in home design fashion. In stores, it is the ticking that brings the mattress to life and really helps certain beds to stand out on the floor. New knitting techniques using the latest electronic technologies in knitting machines were developed inhouse, to accomplish this singular style. These fabrics include a higher number of yarn colors, darker and bolder, while keeping an extra crisp pattern. These techniques allow a tremendous amount of control on the patterns designed. The design team works regularly with customers on

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developing customized engineered panels for specific projects. It is through these experiments with styles, colors and materials in a range of weights that new advancements are brought into the industry. There are no limitations to what can be developed! The Maxime Design team also holds a blog, a platform for customers to have access to their expertise and passion for textiles. Through the blog

there is a desire to inspire bed manufacturers to market mattresses in new perspectives and on greater standards. Inspire to raise the status quo by daring bolder designs always in sync with the end consumers needs. This is a tool that allows direct contact with the end consumer, collecting data in real time to understand the trends that influence their purchasing decision. An attempt to add value to that first glance, the softness of that first touch and the natural fibers listed

on the tag. Let you be inspired! Maxime Knitting Mills has been a domestic knitter for over 25 years and is currently a leader in mattress ticking across North America. Bringing forth design and innovation, our team works hard to meet the highest standards of quality. We strive to offer a wide selection of knitted fabrics in an array of colors and solutions. The use of premium materials and state of the art equipment craft our outstanding products made with pride in Canada.

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Feel at home with SeaCell® and smartcel™ fibers A famous idiom says: Home is where your heart is! With SeaCell® and smartcel™ sensitive smartfiber AG launches two natural fibers that are the basis for soft and smooth textiles which guarantee a feel good factor. Bedding, towels and other home textiles that are made of smartfiber's fibers have a nurturing and regenerative effect on the user's skin. That precisely corresponds with the expectations of modern, active customers. They want natural textiles with a positive effect on their skin - a wish SeaCell® and smartcel™ can fulfill. SeaCell®-fibers contain healthpromoting active agents of seaweed, allow an active nutrient exchange between fiber and skin and thus provide a long lasting effect of wellbeing and protection against environmental influences for the user. smartcel™ sensitive is the first antibacterial fiber on the market with the essential trace element zinc. This fiber innovation combines revitalizing skincare with antibacterial properties. Furthermore, smartcel™ sensitive arrests the development of mites - a crucial argument in the home textile sector! Both of smartfiber's natural fibers are particularly suited for the application in all kinds of textiles and are already integrated in numerous product lines of renowned international suppliers. Their products provide wellness for the skin of their customers - thanks to SeaCell® and smartcel™ sensitive.

Home is where SeaCell® is - the wellness-fiber with seaweed for an active generation SeaCell® - the cellulose fiber with incorporated seaweed - is the basis for natural textiles of high quality that

link real complacency to an additional benefit for the skin. The seaweed in the SeaCell®-fibers contains salutary active ingredients like vitamins, minerals and trace elements. Because of an active nutrient exchange

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between fiber and skin, it has a health promoting and skin caring effect. Furthermore, seaweed with so-called antioxidants contains a natural protection against free radicals and sustainably reduces damaging environmental influences on the skin. This radical scavenging efficacy has been verified by the ABEL® antioxidant test of the University of Jena. SeaCell® provides a particularly soft and smooth touch. Whoever sleeps in duvets and pillows with SeaCell® can experience a heavenly night that is pure wellness. SeaCell® provides you with comfort and care: After a busy day, just snuggle in your wellness blanket and enjoy the calming effect of the seaweed on your skin. Body and soul can recover much better from everyday stress - because home is where SeaCell® is. SeaCell® contains brown seaweed with the name ascophyllum nodosum

or knotted wrack. Because of its high amount of mineral substances (e.g. magnesium, calcium, potassium, phosphor), trace elements (particularly iron and iodine) and the vitamins B, A and E, knotted wrack enables various application possibilities. Knotted wrack is harvested in the unique ecosystem of the cold and pure fjords of Iceland. These far into mainland reaching estuaries with mostly very steep slopes present pristine nature and are a paradise for animals.

Medical studies on knotted wrack have verified that it contains the active ingredient fucoidan, which has a growth inhibiting effect on tumor cells. Other studies prove a strong antithrombotic, blood thinning and anticoagulant effect. The SeaCell®-fibers are produced in a completely natural and environmentally friendly way. The astonishing fact about this development is the solid integration of the substances into the fiber.

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The regenerative effect will remain consistent in the cellulose fiber even after several washing cycles. SeaCell® provides the healthy combination of palpable comfort, numerous processing possibilities and good compatibility with other fibers in knitted and woven fabrics as well as in fleeces. Concerned with the environment and hence up-to-date, SeaCell® brings the positive achievements of nature back to men. Hence, the European Union has awarded this process with the European Environmental Award 2000 in the category “technology for sustainable developments”. SeaCell® can be used for the production of home textiles that combine cozy comfort with gentle care and provide protection against negative environmental influences. SeaCell® - time to relax! smartcel™ sensitive: soft hygiene with a revitalizing effect - your skin appreciates! The smartcel™ sensitive fiber uses the skin caring effect of the essential trace element zinc for all kind of home textiles with a soft, regenerative effect. Since it is directly incorporated into the fiber, zinc is not only an important part of the human nutrition but also skin regenerating and antibacterial, plus it enhances the healing of inflammation and wounds.

The healthy growth of the skin and hair is highly determined by zinc. It fosters the regeneration of cells and hence catalyses the healing of inflammation and wounds. Therefore, zinc oxide is also utilised in pharmacy, cosmetics and multivitamin products. As care product for external application, for example as zinc oxide in sun blocker, it protects from harmful UV radiation. In ointment, powder, baby creams and cosmetic products zinc oxide supports the natural processes of the skin, fosters the wound healing and fights skin inflammation. Thus, smartcel™ sensitive holds the secret of natural freshness. The antibacterial and consequently odor-reducing effect of smartcel™ sensitive is triggered when the skin gives off moisture, and an active exchange between the fibers and the skin is produced. The metabolism of bacteria is disrupted and odor is reduced. This antibacterial effect of zinc could be detected several times by various independent tests. Moreover, smartcel™ sensitive offers effective help against mite allergies, which mostly trigger chronic rhinitis, allergic asthma or torturous neurodermatitis. Zinc within the fibers provides for an environment that is

unfavorable for mites. This positive reaction is verified by the renowned Hohenstein institute. Thanks to this nurturing, hygienic and verifiably health-promoting effect on skin and body, smartcel™ sensitive is particularly suitable for home textiles, since, most of the time, they are in direct contact with the skin. In addition to an enhancement of the wear comfort and the protection of stress factors or similar environmental stesses, the revitalizing properties of this fiber particularly help allergic persons and people who are susceptible to diseases such as neurodermatitis or psoriasis. So to speak, by using bedding with smartcel™ sensitive, the skin regenerates itself during sleep. By the insertion of pharma grade 4 zinc white - a snow-white zinc oxide that is used medically as well as in food - into the fiber a dyeing of textiles in all colors - including white - is possible. And: smartcel™ sensitive is equally effective in combination with wool mixes. Quality is an ace up smartfiber's sleeve: The fibers SeaCell® and smartcel™ sensitive are certified by Eco-Tex® standard 100, product class 1 (for baby products) and have been tested by several independent institutes regarding their efficiency.

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Beyzan offers a wide range of specialty textiles for mattresses

Beyzan Tekstil was founded in 1999 and manufactures mattress edge tapes and jacquard woven tapes for mattresses. The company has been serving the bedding industry for 9 years since 2004. In 2011, Beyzan started implementing a new investment project for the production of specialty textile products for mattresses. The investments were completed and the new investment units became fully operational at the beginning of 2012. The new products,

namely the 3 dimensional warp knitted spacer fabrics, jacquard labels and readymade mattress borders are manufactured within the scope of this investment. These products have also led the way for Beyzan to develop further innovative technical textile products and ready made textile components for the mattress and bedding industry. Beyzan now offers a wide range of textile products and components for mattress manufacturers:

* Mattress tapes * 3D spacer fabrics * Jacquard label tapes * Ready made mattress borders with jacquard tapes and spacer fabrics * Quilts with 3D spacer fabrics * Removable mattress covers with spacer fabrics * Mattress toppers with 3D spacer fabrics * Pillows and pillow covers with 3D spacer fabrics * Tufting tapes * Fabric mattress handles

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distribute pressure to wider areas. Therefore spacer fabrics of 10mm or 15mm height are employed in the mattress core to provide pressure relief effect for the mattress user. Also, the presence of 3D fabric layers within the mattress core provides layers of efficient air circulation inside the mattress.

Innovation Comes With The Warp Knitted 3D Spacer Fabrics 3D fabrics (also called, sandwich fabric, spacer fabric or air mesh) add superior and unparalleled functional properties to mattresses and mattress components. Spacer fabrics are open mesh textile structures which are highly air permeable. Therefore they are used in mattress borders to provide superior air permeability as well as an elegant look. The mattress borders are either prepared by utilizing a tape of spacer fabric in the middle of the border, or by quilting the spacer fabric with fiber and interlining and making the whole border with the spacer fabric. 3D fabrics have a strong pressure relief effect, they are like metal springs, but their relative superiority is that they

This brings perfect thermal comfort, due to efficient heat transfer in the form of convection within the core. When the core is combined with a specially quilted mattress ticking which contains spacer fabric on its bottom layer, the excess heat of the human body is easily dissipated. Thus, excess heat and moisture is not accumulated inside the mattress, the growth of bacteria, mites, bedbugs and other harmful microorganisms is prevented. Efficient air circulation is vital for mattress hygiene. Thanks to the presence of the 3D fabrics, the consumer feels thermally comfortable due to the dramatically improved air circulation and also feels mechanically comfortable due to the pressure relief effect and softness provided by the spacer fabrics. Beyzan also develops certain types of spacer fabrics, the top layers of which comprise of texturized polyester yarns. These fabrics are softer when compared to spacer fabrics produced with FDY yarns. The complete mattress

border can be manufactured with these 3D fabrics and they can also be used as the mattress ticking fabric, as seen in applications which many of the specialty mattress manufacturers around the world prefer to use. The mattress covers, toppers and pads manufactured with spacer fabrics provide strong solutions for the prevention of decubitus ulcers, a dangerous disease from which patients who have to lie in the same periods for long durations suffer. Beyzan develops many functional designs of removable covers, toppers and pads for preventing decubitus ulcers.

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Gercek Plastics Co. a leader in mattress air capsules, cases and plastic furniture accessories

Initiated the plastics business in 1980, Gercek Plastics Company is a Kayseri-based company in Turkey. It started with producing plastics parts for ovens, mini washing machines and churning machines, the then most needed items. It has the pride of setting up the first plastic injection machine in Kayseri in 1993 and making production with it. Two years later the company widened its product portfolio and gained a leading position in especially mattress air capsules, cases and plastic furniture accessories.

Officials of the company say that they got design registration documents and useful models of all products that they manufacture. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We set our quality targets according to customers' demands. Thanks to our R&D department, all of our products go through a number of inspections for compliance important issues such as human health and durability of the products. Our being strict in these issues made us known in many countries. We now have a wide customer

portfolio in many countries notably Saudi Arabia and Iran. We supply parts and accessories to many leading manufacturers. To cite a few in the domestic market we can proudly mention these respectful brands: Yatas, Konfor Mobilya, Idas, Sabah Yatak, Aydin Endustri, BRN Yatak, Cukurova Yatak, Monessa, Ergul Mobilya, Gundogdu Mobilya, Karas, Kelebek Mobilya, Ladin Mobilya, Tabba Mobilya, Yilmaz Sunger and Serhat Mobilya.â&#x20AC;?

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Sleeping on TechnoGel makes you feel amazing The TechnoGel Sollievo Mattress, is designed with Swedish pocketed coils in the base, and a patented gel on top. The gel also provides a cooling feature that makes sleeping very relaxing and comfortable. The combination of traditional coils and gel mattress makes the Sollievo truly a must-have for the bedroom. The TechnoGel mattress is a collaboration between TechnoGel and Dr. Scholl, the famous foot care brand. Using similar technology that Dr. Scholl incorporates in their podiatric shoes,

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the mattress provides the best body support like no other. William Mathias Scholl, the grandson of a cobbler and farmer, was born in 1882 in Indiana. His expertise in foot care started as a boy when he borrowed his grandfather's tools to repair shoes to earn extra money. He went on to earn a medical degree in 1904, and started his own company, Dr. Scholl Inc. Sollievo offers a fully covered Technogel速 layer over a luxurious base of Swedish pocketed coils. The gel is specifically designed to provide the right support to every part of your body, as well as a total cooling sensation. Sollievo adds the benefits of gel to the traditional comfort of coils. The mattresses are available in twin XL, queen, king and CalKing sizes.

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Features * 11" total thickness * Technogel® made in Italy * Assembled in USA * Designed for adjustable base Dimensions * 72x84x11 * 39x80x11 * 60x80x11 * 76x80x11

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(CalKing) (Twin XL) (Queen) (King)

What is Technogel World? Technogel World is the virtual gate to the ultimate comfort experience. When you become familiar with it you will discover why Technogel® is the material of which dreams are made: a unique soft-solid polyurethane gel that through the years has been used for different and creative applications. Technogel® is the most adaptive, flexible, and incredible material you have ever experienced, which moves like the water having memory the shape of a solid body. For this reason Technogel® is considered the

quintessence of comfort. Thanks to its chemical and physical properties, Technogel® has supported the realization of creative products, design objects, artworks, comfort solutions, and exclusive furniture, until becoming a pure lifestyle approach: the “Smooth Living” philosophy.

It is so nice, so comfortable!

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BeautyrestÂŽ finds 30 US cities most in need of a rechargeâ&#x201E;˘ Online analysis reveals hot spots of the sleepless and stressed

Simmons, the mattress company which has made the Beautyrest Mattress, has compiled a list of cities across the United States, which they think needs recharging the most. As part of its brand promise of "Living Life Fully Chargedâ&#x201E;˘," Beautyrest recently set

out on a search for the U.S. cities most in need of a recharge. Through a unique blend of research, the company studied millions of Twitter posts, Google searches and other social media behaviors of residents in major cities across the country to find the

locations where people shared they were sleepless, stressed out, overworked, or otherwise less than fully charged. The analysis found the following 30 U.S. cities most in need of some rest and relaxation in order by need:

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Las Vegas, Miami, Austin, Atlanta, Durham, Houston, Chicago, ArlingtonTexas, Pittsburgh, Columbus-Ohio, San Diego, Nashville, Charlotte, LynwoodCalif., Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Boston, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, Dallas, San Jose, New York, Raleigh, Portland-Ore., Seattle, San Francisco, Denver, Minneapolis, Phoenix and San Antonio. To compile the list, the Beautyrest team studied quantitative and qualitative metrics in the areas of exercise, diet, mental health and sleep, measuring each pillar of wellness to understand the level of a city's overall health and happiness as evidenced by residents' social media and search behaviors. In its search,

the company found that over 5.6 million tweets related to people "needing recharge" were posted last year. "Anyone who doesn't feel fully charged in their day-to-day life should know there are some simple steps they can take to help restore balance and recharge themselves," said health and fitness expert and chairman of the board for the American Council on Exercise (ACE) Chris Freytag, a wellness expert for Beautyrest. "Getting better sleep is a great first step, especially since 73 percent of us are getting less sleep per night than we should, and 70 million Americans are affected by sleep problems." Other interesting data revealed by the Beautyrest study include:

o New York City has the highest volume of stress related tweets o Los Angeles is home to the most people that "can't sleep" o Residents of Boston perform the most anxiety-related Google searches o Women make up a disproportionate size of the group needing a recharge To help residents of these cities-and anyone who feels the need to recharge their human battery-Beautyrest suggests the Beautyrest® Recharge™ Sleep System, which combines three cutting-edge technologies - AirCool™ Memory Foam, Independent Support™ Technology and AirCool™ Design crafted to deliver the comfort you want and the support your body needs so you can wake up Living Life Fully Charged™.

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Sleepskin™ by Springs Creative increases better sleep performance

Sleepskin™ by Springs Creative Products Group is the first real performance fabric for better sleep. Performance fabrics have improved our lives everywhere - but the most important place - where we sleep. Sleepskin™ changes that by being scientifically developed for improved sleep. Bodies don't turn off at night. In fact, the opposite is true. The body works very hard to repair and

rejuvenate itself during sleep and change in heart rate, blood pressure and body temperature rival many strenuous activities during the day. Fluid Stretch™ dramatically reduces pressure points Considerable improvements to the mattress surface have been made by recent developments in visco, latex and gel technology to relieve

pressure points, yet current mattress fabrics actually negate these benefits significantly by not offer¬ing the same level of movement. SleepSkin™, on the other hand, helps diffuse pressure points with Fluid Stretch™ a performance level of fabric stretch and recover that gives a dramatic new feel. Fluid Stretch™ makes any mattress better.

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Air and moisture transport means greater comfort In the same way sports performance fabrics are designed to ventilate, SleepSkin™ is uniquely constructed to move air and vapor away from the body. Improved sleep comfort is possible due to this better evaporation tech¬nology. Testing has proven SleepSkin™ out performs traditional knits by a large margin. Temperature regulation Heat buildup is proven to interrupt good sleep and actually lower REM

sleep quality. Sleepskin™ allows heat to pass through it instead of insulating like traditional mattress fabrics, which gives a more comfortable mattress surface throughout the night. With the addition of Thermic, an optional temperature regulating technology developed by by Belgium-based Devan Chemicals, even greater temperature control is possible. By reacting to the body's temperature changes, the fabric actually helps a person stay closer to the thermal neutral zone.

SleepSkin™ also opens a whole new world of design as well with unlimited creative possibilities. Because SleepSkin™ is constructed completely different than any other mattress fabric, new printing and design technology can be used that open a whole new avenue of design expression. SleepSkin™ is made to deliver a higher level of comfort to help better sleep performance - and the better sleep performance is at night, the better perfor¬mance is during the day.

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How mattress is made With the exception of a few large companies, most mattress manufacturers are fairly small, community-based operations. Of the approximately 825 mattress factories across the United States, most are still owned and operated by the founding families.

From the available evidences, it seems fairly certain that the concept of the mattress originated during prehistoric times. By lying on piles of leaves, straw, and animal skins, early humans were able to sleep more comfortably and more soundly than they could have on hard surfaces. To a large extent the development of the mattress is closely linked with that of the bed. In many ancient societies, the bed was considered the most important piece of furniture in the household; often, it provided a central

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gathering place for dining and relaxing as well as sleeping. Over the centuries, bed frames became more elaborate for those who could afford luxury; however, mattresses themselves remained unsophisticated-and uncomfortable. Until the twentieth century, they generally consisted of lumpy pads filled with horsehair, cotton, or rags. Poorer people relied on ticks -fabric sacks stuffed with straw, corncobs, or other crop debris. In addition to offering an inconsistent texture, such primitive mattresses were difficult to clean-and they generally started out dirty, stuffed as they were with agricultural debris that often entered the pad or ticking with soil and insects. However, they offered one concrete advantage: made at home from castoff farm goods, they were cheap. Even late in the nineteenth century when small local manufacturers began to produce mattresses commercially, the items remained inexpensive because early mattress makers continued to rely on extremely inexpensive stuffing (usually, unusable fabric remnants discarded by second-hand tailors).

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Mattresses with stabilizing interior springs, probably the single most significant advance in mattress design, were first developed during the mid1800s. By placing a set of uniform springs inside layers of upholstery, mattress manufacturers could imbue their product with a firm, resilient, and uniform texture. However, because socalled innerspring mattresses were expensive to manufacture, only luxury ships and hotels that could pass the cost along to their affluent patrons purchased them initially. It was not until after World War I that innerspring mattresses were mass-produced by Zalmon Simmons, Jr., the president of a company that had theretofore produced bedsteads. Despite the fact that Simmons asked 40 dollars-more than twice the cost of the finest horsehair mattress available at that time-for his innerspring mattress in 1926, his products proved so comfortable that millions of Americans purchased them.

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To render potential customers more willing to spend what must have struck many as a small fortune on his innerspring mattress, Simmons promoted the advantages of a good night's sleep. The effectiveness of this marketing strategy has only increased over the years, as subsequent research has confirmed that abundant, highquality sleep constitutes a fundamental component of good health. Today's sophisticated mattresses improve sleeping comfort in several ways. First, through a variety of enhanced innerspring designs, modern mattresses distribute the weight of the body over a broad area; this also helps to prevent differential

wear on the mattress. In addition, mattresses offer surfaces of appropriate softness and flexibility to help keep the spine in its naturally curved position. However, contemporary mattress manufacturers carefully avoid excessively soft surfaces that would distort the position of the sleeper's spine, resulting in discomfort or even pain. Presently, the consumer demand for mattresses is fairly consistent. In 1990, approximately 16 million mattresses were sold in the United States. Together with foundations, mattresses accounted for about $4 billion in retail sales.

Raw Materials Mattresses are presently made of many materials, both natural and synthetic. The innerspring, helical, and boxspring components are made from wire; the boxspring wire is usually of a heavier gauge than that used in the innerspring. The insulator consists of semi-rigid netting or wire mesh, and the cushioning layers can comprise a number of different materials including natural fiber, polyurethane foam, and polyester. The flanges are made of fabric, and the hogs rings of metal. Top, bottom, and side panels consist of a durable fabric cover quilted over a backing of foam or fiber, and the binding.

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Innerspring unit is received in mattress factory.

Once the completed innerspring unit is received, workers manually apply the insulator. Next, they apply the cushioning layers that will determine the feel and comfort of the final product. Meanwhile, the decorative cover that will serve as the exterior for the top, bottom, and sides is made on a giant quilting machine, which controls a multitude of needles that stitch the cover to a layer of backing material. Tape that holds the ticking together is made of heavy-duty, fibrous, synthetic material. The underlying boxspring may consist of either a wooden frame with slats or of metal coils similar to those used in the mattress itself. The boxspring may be upholstered, but, even if it is not, it always receives a fabric covering. The Manufacturing Process Building mattress layers 1) Most mattress manufacturers subcontract the production of the innerspring unit to an outside firm that specializes in making springs. Once the completed spring unit is received

Insulator is manually applied by workers.

and inspected, the workers manually apply the insulator. Next, they apply the cushioning layers that will determine the feel and comfort of the final product. 2) While the mattress is being "built up" in one part of the plant, the decorative cover that will serve as the exterior for the top, bottom and sides is being made in another part. Usually this cover is made on a giant quilting machine, which controls a multitude of needles that stitch the cover to a layer of backing material. The stitching chosen serves both useful and ornamental purposes, as it must prevent the mattress cover from slipping or creeping over the layers of cushioning in addition to creating a visually pleasing exterior. 3) Once the fabric is quilted, it is cut into panels that will fit the top and bottom of the mattress. The side panels are often cut from this same composite or made separately on a border machine. If side handles or vents are to be added, they are attached to the side panels before these are applied to the mattress.

Cover for mattress is quilted automatically.

Attaching the flanges 4) Specially modified sewing machines are used to attach the flanges to the top and bottom panels, and the hogs rings are stapled to the flanges. Everything is now ready for the closing operation, during which the hogs rings will be secured to the innerspring unit. Completing the mattress 5) The closing operation is of one of the most highly skilled and critical procedures in the entire process. It is done with a movable sewing head that is mounted on a track. Tape edge operators manually feed the top, bottom, and side panels and a heavy duty binding tape into the sewing machine as it moves around the mattress. As this combination of materials is fed into the machine, the operators use their skill to feed the proper amount of each material into the machine to produce a professionally tailored product. 6) Some of the highest quality mattresses may also feature a pillowtop, a panel filled with soft upholstery

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and attached to the top and bottom panels of the mattress for a more luxurious feel and appearance. Prequilted, the pillow-top is then taped to the mattress.

Cover is cut info panels to fit top and bottom of mattress. Side panels are also cut.

Boxsprings 7) If the desired boxspring has a spiked coil design, it is made by stapling the bottom of each coil to a flat wooden frame. A wire grid is then placed on top of the springs and, once aligned, manually locked to them.

Flanges are added and stopled with logs rings.

A thin layer of upholstery is applied to the top. If the desired boxspring contains no springs, Once the cover is quilted, it is cut into top, bottom, and side panels. Next, flanges are added, and hogs rings are stapled to them. Finally, in the closing operation, workers use a movable sewing head mounted on a track to feed the top, bottom, and side panels and a heavy duty binding tape into the sewing machine as it moves around the mattress. The mattress is then ready for packaging. It consists of a wooden frame that may or may not have a layer of upholstery attached to its top. Regardless of the internal composition, the frame is usually inserted into a pre-sewn cover. that encases the top and sides of the unit. A border fabric that matches the mattress exterior is applied to the sides, and a dust cover is added to the face.

Movable sewing head is fed side panels and tape manually as it seals them to mattress cover.

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Comfort for all aspects of life is known as Form Foam The international foam industry leader Form Foam continues to design products that provide solutions for many modern living components. As a company that develops products for a variety of industries including furniture, home textiles and insulation, the company is known for its

commitment to quality, consumer trust, comfort and the environment. The company carries out activities under the Boydak Holding umbrella and meets the needs of the industry with a total annual production of 1.5 million meters cubed of foam and 10 thousand tons of fiber production

capacity. The company holds a preferred position in the industry thanks to its quality, environment, occupational health and safety policies as well as its dedication to consumer satisfaction. Form Foam's main priority in developing foam and fibers, an

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indispensable part of daily life, is first and foremost human health. The advanced technology systems utilized at Form Foam help to make continuous improvements in quality. In serving many industries with a wide range of products, made to meet their specific needs for softness, flame retardation,

recyclability, regional firmness and molding features, the company's products are more easily used thus improving other industries' efficiencies by cutting down on their application time. The Mould Form foam, manufactured in a mould, is one of many products

within Form Foam's wide product offerings that is easily incorporated by manufacturers into their production systems and helps save labor costs and improves efficiency. The MouldForm is utilized but not limited to the automotive industry which requires moulded components,

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as well as other industries that prefer moulded pillow, office furniture and leather sitting group manufacturers. The MedicaForm foams used for the manufacture of the brands pillow range are specially designed for enhancing human health and comfort. MedicaForm Pillows absorb and eliminate body pressure and conform perfectly to the shape and position of your body

thanks to their body heat sensitive structure. The pillows in this range provide relief for many health issues. While noted for preventing head, neck, shoulder, back, hip, foot and sciatic pains, it is also recommended for relief from herniated disc, neck and back pain, rheumatism, hemorrhoids and acid reflux conditions. The product selection within MedicaForm series offers three

different products for back, neck and hemorrhoid pain relief. The MedicaForm Back Pillow provides perfect support cradling the small of the back allowing you to maintain constant correct sitting position. The MedicaForm Travel Pillow is a first-class solution for getting continuous quality sleep while you travel, especially designed for comfort for travel by airplane, bus or automobile. Patients suffering from

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hemorrhoids can find relief by using the specially designed MedicaForm Hemorrhoid Pillow which prevents contact of the affected area with hard surfaces thanks to a specially contoured hole on the sitting surface; it provides sitting comfort at home, in the car, at work or during relaxation. One of the three products from Form Foam used heavily as a filling and

support material helps the person sitting or lying on it save energy. High Form is a long life durable product used in the mattress industry as well as the automotive, textile and furniture industries. One of the most preferred foam types, FlexiForm, is used especially in the furniture industry for back and sitting regions. FlexiForm has a wide range of uses and maintains its privileged position in the textile,

underwear, packaging, automotive and mattress industries. The SoftForm has the same features as the FlexiForm with one distinguishing difference, softness. The extra softness is an essential component of comfortable, resilient and ergonomic products. Alongside the mattress industry, our products are preferred in the baby products, toy and sports industries as well.

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Interzum 2013 on track for success

All Koelnmesse's events relating to home living, interior design and furnishings enjoy great popularity all over the world and can boast high

booking levels with an excellent demand for space. interzum, the international venue for the supplier industry, is no exception: Some 612

companies made definite bookings by June. This corresponds to an increase of approx. 8 % as compared to the same period in 2010.

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Matthias Pollmann, Project Manager of interzum

Koelnmesse said that the space in many of the halls is thus already virtually sold out. In particular, the event's popularity with foreign firms shows no signs of abating. In 2013, interzum will also be enhancing its profile with the InnoMateria trade fair and congress, which will take place parallel to the suppliers show for the first time. The available space at interzum 2013 is highly sought after - in fact, it is already becoming scarce in some halls. “The level of bookings is extraordinarily good, a great many exhibitors took advantage of the early bird period and have confirmed their participation,” explains Matthias Pollmann, Project Manager of interzum. Of the 612 registrations already received, 195 have come from German companies and 417 from abroad. The biggest contingent of exhibitors comes from Italy, closely followed by Turkey

and Spain. interzum 2013 will also grow in terms of group organisations: associations from Brazil, Rumania, Sweden and Vietnam have been acquired for the forthcoming event. “It's very clear just how important interzum is as a platform for the global furniture supplier industry,” says Pollmann. As compared to the same point in 2010, there has been an approx. 8 % increase in the number of exhibitors and an almost 5 % rise in the amount of space booked. 1,450 exhibitors are expected to participate in 2013. These pleasing figures are also reflected in the high level of occupancy in Halls 6, 7, 8 and 9, where only smaller, individual spaces are still available. As a result of the new structure with three segments instead of seven, Hall 6 is now allocated to the Materials & Nature segment, Halls 7 and 8 to Function & Components and Hall 9 to Textile & Machinery.

Growing international participation. Italy and Turkey take the lead

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“We're starting in pole position,” says Matthias Pollmann. “We will use this excellent starting point and the lead it gives us to set interzum 2013 on the home straight with further strategic measures designed to promote the format's development.” Every two years, as a major source of impetus for the design of tomorrow's living spaces, interzum showcases the industry's world firsts, product innovations and concept studies. The trade show format has evolved from a fair purely for suppliers into the sector's No. 1 innovation hub and is thus a must-attend event in the trade show diaries of decision-makers in the

furniture industry and interior finishing sector. Another success factor for interzum 2013 is the interdisciplinary InnoMateria trade fair and congress, which will take place parallel to the suppliers' show. The event is dedicated to the preliminary stages in the development of, for example, the kind of products on show at interzum. Visitors will thus gain a unique insight into new materials and their usability for furniture production and interior finishing. “The future starts at interzum. InnoMateria 2013 will be adding yet another interesting focal point: the theme of innovative

materials,” says Pollmann. “The two events complement one another excellently and will be proposing even more concepts and potential solutions for new developments to our visitors from all over the world.”

Strong demand for space in all segments

InnoMateria to showcase innovative materials parallel to interzum, May 13-16, 2013

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BOYTEKS, world's leading and most innovative mattress ticking producer, to expand its market!

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Presenting the innovative fabrics that it develops every year in the most prestigious fairs of the world of textile, Boyteks has launched a busy fair program that began with InterzumGuangzhou fair and will continue in many venues in the world, in 2012. Boyteks has increased the number of fairs that it participates in the year 2012 and has formed an intense program of fairs for itself. So far, it has participated in InterzumGuangzhou (Guangzhou/China), Evteks (Istanbul/Turkey), Furtex (Lagos/Nigeria) and Furnexpo (Erbil/Iraq) fairs, which are some of the most important fairs of the world. Managing to attract a great interest among the participants in all the fairs that it participates in, Boyteks has participated for the first time in Furtex and Furnexpo fairs and gave a different color, novelties and image to these fairs. The next fair will be the ForMobile Fair that will be organized in Brazil. In these fairs, Boyteks presents the Ametist, Oliveoil, Qdry &Soft, Scothgard and Tencel C, which are the products that it has recently developed, and its range of constructions and managed to make its mark. We conducted an exclusive interview with Mr. DENIZ BOYDAK, Sales and Marketing Manager of Boyteks, to learn about the expectations of Boyteks from the fairs, its targets and its market plans for the future. How is the intense fair marathon of 2012 going for Boyteks? In 2012, we have started our fair marathon with Interzum-Guangzhou and Evteks and continued with Furtex fair in Nigeria and Furnexpo Fair in Iraq. It is going well, as we have expected. In these fairs we have had the chance to display our mattress and upholstery fabrics and carpet collections, which is our new area of production, and in all of these fairs we experience things that are greater than we expect. There is ForMobile Fair that will be organized in July in Brazil. We believe that we will get similar results from this fair, too.

Why are there new fairs on the 2012 fair schedule of Boyteks? We have participated for the first time in Furtex Fair that was held in the city of Lagos of Nigeria and Furnexpo Fair, one of the most famous furniture fairs of the world that was organized in the city of Erbil of Iraq because of the economical crisis and the uncertainty dominant over all Europe. We have participated in these fairs in order to grow our market share and to add new markets into our portfolio. One of these fairs was organized in Africa, another was organized in the Middle East and the other one was organized in South America - all in places other than Europe. In addition to our available markets, we will focus also

on these regions benefiting from the advantages of the technology and our production capacity and hence our marketing activities for these regions will gradually increase. There is a serious amount of depression and decrease in demand in nearly all of the sectors in Europe which has completed its process of population increase. However, the increase of the population in the developing and developed countries in the Middle East, Africa and America make an increase in consumption and production inevitable. In parallel with the increase in consumption and demand, there are investors in these countries looking for new areas of investment.

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For this reason, as Boyteks, we are planning to have a say also in these markets by offering our quality, product ranges, R&D products in order to cater for the increasing demand here and to provide the investors in quest of profitable investment with revenue. What is more, we develop collections suitable for these regions with the intense work of our product development and design team. Boyteks has laid the foundation of customer relations in order to increase its market share. How do these relations develop? During the fairs, we tell those who visit our stand for the first time that we would like to host them in Turkey and we make this invitation sincerely. They welcome this invitation as they see the economical development of Turkey. We receive these guests of ours coming to Istanbul from different parts of the world and receive them in our Istanbul office and showroom, which is an important transfer center for the region that it is located in. Here, the Regional Sales Representatives of Boyteks for Istanbul greet them and do the necessary presentations in the showroom area. What is more, we receive the guests in Kayseri if they have time and this way we have the chance to show our factory to them in Boydak Holding premises.

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APEX Nonwovens widens its marketing network Operating in the field of nonwoven sales, APEX has been working with leading companies in Turkey and Europe. Aiming at penetrating the US market, the company has major targets. The sleep products such as mattresses, quilts, pillows and similar industries take the lead in the usage of nonwoven textiles. Offering antimicrobial, antibacterial, flame retardant, UV additive sunlight resistant and usage resistant products APEX has its main clientele in Central Anatolia. We conducted an exclusive interview with Himmet Atik, Founding General Manager of Apex and Ergun Ciftci, Foreign Marketing Manager.

When was your company established and what areas it has been mainly operating? Himmet Atik: Our company was established in 2011 with the name of Apex Orgusuz Teknik Tekstil Destek Hizmet Sanayi ve Tic. Ltd. Sti. (Apex Nonwoven Technical Textile Support Services Ind. And Trade Ltd.) in Adana Haci Sabanci Organized Industrial Zone. I should say that our initial field of activity was the medicine industry because we had had a success in this field with another title called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Amet Disposablesâ&#x20AC;? since 1995. I take pride in saying that the establishment of Apex had been possible because of the leadership of Amet in its field with

a record success of selling its main item Nonwoven Spunbond. We can mention other fields of activity as industry, construction, geotextile, filtration and packaging. Could you furnish us about your production facilities and your production capacity? Himmet Atik: Operated by 85 persons, our factory has been producing a wide range of products on a covered area of 7 thousand square meters. A lot of different products are produced at very good conditions and offered to the market. The main raw material in our production is 'nonwoven'. We had a major target to meet our raw material

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by ourselves for a long time. With a machine investment we made last year, we can now produce and sell nonwovens. With the same reason, we established APEX Company to focus on nonwoven sales. I can proudly say that we have a fully integrated facility now. We sell in domestic and international markets. Our expert, reliable and professional R&D team has been continuing to develop new products and to assure quality of products. Do you have any priorities in production? What makes you different than your competitors? Himmet Atik: Our first priority in production is, of course, quality. We start with the best raw material. Then, we care for our machinery to get maximum performance. We also place extra importance on training of our operators to provide them best troubleshot. We are very strict on working at hygienic conditions. We made serious investments to offer distinctive products produced at hygienic conditions. As the last evidence of these, we received ISO

13485 certificate certifying that our products are friendly with human health. What differs us from our competitors is that our machine park is equipped equipped with the latest technology. The feedbacks we receive from our customers make us very happy and proud. Another major target of APEX is to be a 100% green plant with making all of its products from recyclable materials as per our environmentally friendly attitude, which increases our interest for renewable energy resources and we are already planning this. Our goal is to provide part of the energy which we consume from the nature by using the biggest source, the sun, in our region. I think that this responsibility of Apex can be a good example for other companies in the market. You have recently started to serve the mattress and other sleep products industry. Could you furnish us with your activity about this? Ergun Ciftci: Established to make nonwoven sales our company APEX has been continuing its operations. Although we are officially new in this

Mrs. Suna Atik, Mr. Himmet Atik and Mr. Ergun Ciftci

field, we have a good experience towards the sector. I, myself, worked almost two decades within the structure of Sabanci. Combined with the advantage of our integrated facility, our experience moved us one step forward in the market. Our latest machinery in the field of our main row material nonwovens made us more powerful. We have a monthly capacity of 300 tons. One of the reasons why we entered in this field was to find solution to the problems we would face during our works. For we offer products which we would buy and use before, we are conscious of what customers would expect. It is a big advantage to know the features of products that are produced and offered to the market. We develop and offer antimicrobial, antibacterial, flame retardant, UV additive resistant to sunlight and usage for mattresses. Besides hygienic products, nonwoven is mostly used in the bedding industry. The main material of pillowcase, pillow covers and mattress pad is nonwoven. We produce this product at almost all colors. Main customer market for our products is currently Kayseri. How competitive are you in domestic and international markets? What are your expectations at this regard? Ergun Ciftci: There is a harsh competition in domestic market. We are especially competing with the cheap products coming from the Far East. The new regulation imposing fund on import nonwovens helped the manufacturers. Although we have a very young history we are cooperating with domestic and foreign companies. We are exporting especially to respectful markets such as England, Germany, France, Italy and Belgium. We decided to penetrate the USA market this year. We participated in various fair organizations. We would like to carry our current situation and potential even forward and grow more. There are many different applications we can realize with nonwoven material. We are also planning to add new ones to our production line in our facility.

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Change of guards at Hohenstein Institute's Down and Feather Test Centre

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The quality of filling of down and feather bedding is defined primarily by its filling properties. To be able to assess the filling properties, i.e. the elasticity of the feathers and downs, the mechanical stresses are adjusted in laboratory tests whilst sleeping. Then it is determined to what extent the filling returns to its old shape within a defined time frame.ÂŠHohenstein

Gertrud Kenngott (left side), although retired, will be working as a consultant to support Alexandra Hlawatsch, the new manager of the Down and Feather Test Centre at the Hohenstein Institute and her team. ÂŠHohenstein

Gertrud Kenngott handed over responsibility as manager of the Down and Feather Test Centre at the Hohenstein Institute in BĂśnnigheim to Alexandra Hlawatsch. But there is no question of "retirement" for Kenngott. Having more than 38 years' experience in the testing and assessment of bedding materials, she will continue to make this available to her successor and the team of 6 by working as a consultant. The team's task is the quality testing of feather and down fillings according to their composition, animal species and contents. They also test the

cleanliness and hygiene of the filling material and the impermeability of the cover for customers worldwide. The Down and Feather Test Centre is also integrated into European standards work and the work of international feather and bedding associations. It is recognized internationally through the European Down and Feather Association e.V. (EDFA) and the International Down and Feather Bureau (IDFB). Since 1974 Kontrollgemeinschaft Traumpass e.V has had random tests carried out on selected bedding materials of its 21 members for the

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The Feather Test Centre at the Hohenstein Institute was founded in 1974. Today it carries out regular tests on down and feather filling materials based on the European Labelling Regulation DIN EN 12934 for Kontrollgemeinschaft Feder-Siegel e.V. Overview of the test laboratory. ÂŠHohenstein

purposes of quality assurance. The successful alignment with the European Labelling Regulation DIN EN 12934 is the pre-requisite for the "Traumpass" Feather Seal. Here experts from the Hohenstein Institute determine both the percentage share of feathers and downs in the fillings as well as the original animal species of the filling. The results are compared against details provided by the manufacturers by an independent lawyer. In the event of deviations, infringement of the quality assurances is punished on the

label by the Kontrollgemeinschaft. This may lead to the withdrawal of the label. The tests which are still carried out meticulously by hand with tweezers are therefore an important component of a well-organized acquisition and test system of Kontrollgemeinschaft Federn-Siegel e.V. Many German and foreign manufacturers of down jackets and sleeping bags also call upon the services of the Hohenstein Down and Feather Test Centre, to service the booming market with tested products.

Employees in the Feather Test Centre determine the bird species under the microscope. In principle downs are higher-quality and more expensive than feathers as they have better filling properties and higher heat insulation.ÂŠHohenstein

They also benefit from the additional test and services provided, for example in the area of physiological comfort. In this way the Hohenstein laboratories can determine the individual wearing and/or sleeping comfort of a down jacket, a down cover or sleeping bag respectively and if requested they can be identified with the Hohenstein Quality Label. In combination with the data on the filling material, comprehensive quality statements for a product can be made which will help retailers provide wellqualified advice.

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Natural latex beds

Sleeping peacefully through the night is essential for having a good start the next morning and sleeping peacefully needs a quality mattress first. Natural latex beds will give you a comfortable sleep and ensure a charged up and energetic body to take on the challenges of daily activities.

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What is a natural latex bed? The mattress on natural latex beds comes from heven brasiliensis or the rubber tree. The rubber tree secretes white milk-like juice when its bark is cut. Whipping and baking and treating this white substance convert it into natural latex. It is the best-known natural material used for mattresses or padding. The process does not harm the tree. Just like foam beds, the natural latex beds do not contain springs. The central part of the natural Latex beds is pure latex. This core is 6 inches thick for extra comfort. Then there is a smooth cover of stretchable, 100 percent organic, cotton and pure wool. On the outer side is a green colored cotton fabric. Natural latex beds make use of all natural components. The fabric, which is used for its mattress, is also organic cotton. Other substances present in natural latex beds, besides 90 to 95 percent natural latex are: 2 to 3 percent zinc oxide -1 to 2 percent fatty acid soaps -1 to 2 percent sulfur -1 to 2 percent sodium These substances have to be used in little quantities during the process of manufacturing of natural latex beds. Most of it evaporates and the end product is washed at least three times.

An active heven brasiliensis

Benefits of Natural Latex Natural latex beds provide some exclusive health benefits. They take the shape of the curves of your body, as you lie on them. They help to prevent force points during your sleeping hours. Natural Latex is an outstanding material, which gives a soft hold to your body. It invigorates you and keeps you in perfect physical condition. It lasts for a very long time, giving you the full value for your money. Natural latex beds readily adapt to your body and relieve muscular strain. This reduces and also eliminates interrupted sleep patterns and gives you a healthy body. Natural latex beds also weigh above your regular beds and mattresses in many ways. They are free from all sorts of allergens, irritants like sulfur or boric

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acid, do not promote the growth of microbes by virtue of being dust, mite and mildew resistant, are odor free, and give a natural support to your back. Natural Latex beds are also completely biodegradable. Natural latex beds are available in three degrees of stiffness' hard, medium, and soft. Choosing the right rigidity will depend on your requirement. If you are switching over to natural latex beds because of a back problem, hard or medium natural latex beds would be right for you. Natural Latex beds are especially beneficial for people who are prone to allergies or are sensitive to certain synthetic materials. It has the advantage of being 100 percent natural. While buying natural latex beds, you may get confused between natural latex and talalay latex. Talalay latex also uses latex as its main component, but only up to 40 percent. The rest is synthetic. It combines the best qualities of both natural latex and synthetic. Where natural latex gives it smooth and comfortable feel, synthetic increases its life span. Natural Latex Products Besides natural latex beds, natural latex is used for mattresses, pillows, cushions, mattress toppers, and floor beds. Introduce it to your life and you will never complain of a disturbed sleep.

The mattress on natural latex beds comes from this tree which secretes white milk-like juice when its bark is cut. Whipping and baking and treating this white substance convert it into natural latex.

Ideas have no boundaries at Orsa Foam

Since more than 40 years ORSA FOAM SpA, certified with Quality, Safety and Environment (obtaining the wellknown Certificate of Excellence) works and has established itself in the world of flexible polyurethane foam. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have the vocation to work with creativity and innovation, while never

losing sight of the quality: commitment, fantasy and openness to changes. We think this is an effective method against crisis because in difficult times we work on new ideas and innovations. We chose to broaden

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our horizons attending for the first time the only show in the world only dedicated to mattress: ISPA EXPO in Indianapolis (March, 14-17) during which we presented some of our most popular and successful products to a 'new audience',â&#x20AC;? said an official of Orsa Foam.

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ORSA Foam has a wide range of products: The utmost respect for the environment, the maximum comfort for men.

WATERLILY: Designed to provide outstanding comfort and to reduce environmental impact throughout its life cycle. Designed for life…

PUR-O: The company conjugated the reliability and flexibility in formulation of conventional polyether with high elasticity and air permeability of high resilience foams - Health sleeping in pureness…

VISCOELASTICO minimizes the pressure points and distributes the body weight all over the surface taking your shape and embracing you in a total relax…

I-FOAM: Orsa foam introduces the use of microspheres in flexible polyurethane foam. In fact, through microencapsulation, special or active substances may be introduced in millions of particles (microspheres) protecting them against external environment, minimizing losses and avoiding interferences during production process. The foam became “Intelligent”…

GAIA is composed of water, raw materials derived from renewable sources like soya and a special herbal essential oil blend expressly studied to aid restful sleep and to combine breathability, comfort, durability and elasticity with the benefits of essential oils and soy-based raw materials. Nature & technology: the evolution of wellness…

BB FOAM absorbs the property of natural renewable sources to valorize and transfer them in foam which can turn them into benefits while sleeping and relaxing. Based on soybean oil, BB Foam is biological and therefore eco-friendly. From nature, back to man…

ORSA Foam has strictly adopted the principles of the highest sensitivity to environment, which is lived as an ethical requirement more than a business requirement. Technological research and development of products that ensure the protection of the environment are an absolute priority for ORSA Foam, according to the officials of the company.

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Mattress Industry Terms Source: ISPA, International Sleep Products Association

Adjustable bed: An electro-mechanical bed frame construction that permits the raising and lowering of the head and/or foot portions of the mattress. Airbed: A vinyl mattress filled with air. Some are covered with cushioning and ticking and sold with a foundation. Anti-microbial fiber and foam: Treatment that inhibits the growth of microbial contaminates. ASTM: American Society of Testing Materials. An organization dedicated

to establishing standard methods and procedures for testing materials. Backing: Any fabric or sheeting material that is used during quilting to anchor the stitches. Ball rebound test method: See Resilience. Barrier materials: Generic term referring to woven, non-woven or other materials that are placed between two materials to reduce heat and oxygen transfer from the material

outside the barrier to the material under the barrier. For example, a barrier material may be wrapped around the foam cushioning beneath the surface of a mattress to protect the foam from being ignited by burning materials above the barrier material. Batting: See Cotton felt. Bed: Generally refers to a mattress and foundation set. Also called â&#x20AC;&#x153;bed set.â&#x20AC;? Bed frame: A metal or wood frame

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with legs used to support a mattress and foundation. Conventional height is 7-1/4 inches (18.41 cm) and the low-profile version is 5-3/4 inches (14.60 cm) when measured from the floor to the bottom of the foundation. Generally a headboard can be attached. Metal frames are sometimes known as a “Hollywood” frame. Bed frame components: Generally

refers to wooden boards used to make the internal frame of a foundation or box spring to which springs are attached. Boards are usually attached together by nails, staples or glue. Also called “bed frame lumber,” “slats” or “rails,” but does not refer to the bed frame itself. Bedclothes: Top-of-the-mattress accessory items such as blankets,

sheets, pillows, comforters, mattress pads, etc. Bedding: Commonly used as a generic term for a mattress and foundation set, but may also include bedclothes items such as blankets, sheets, pillows, comforters, mattress pads, etc. Bedding ensemble: A complete sleep support system, consisting of a bed frame and head/foot board, mattress

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and foundation and bedclothes. Bedsprings: Open-spring or wire fabric box springs without upholstery materials or cover. Binding tape: Fabric tape used to bind and close the mattress or foundation where the vertical and horizontal panels of outer ticking come together, providing the edge trimming for the mattress or foundation. See Tape and Tape edge. Board foot: A unit of measurement equal to one square foot of material one inch (2.54 cm) thick. Often used to express quantities of wood and foam. Boardy: Used to describe a material or finished product having a rigid or stiff feel. Body impressions: Indentations occurring on the surface of a mattress due to the compression of materials by the human body. Bonnell: A knotted, round-top, hourglass-shaped steel wire coil. When laced together with cross wire helicals, these coils form the simplest innerspring unit, also referred to as a Bonnell. Border: The vertical side or edge of

a mattress or foundation. Pre-built borders are constructed by stitching together the ticking, foam or other filling materials and a backing material. Commonly quilted or verticalstitched. Border rod: A heavy gauge wire rod attached to the perimeter of the innerspring unit (top and bottom) by means of a helical wire or metal clips. Boric acid: A chemical additive applied during the garneting of cotton and/or other fibers to provide fire resistance. Box spring: Also referred to as a “foundation.” A base for a mattress, consisting of coils or other forms of springs mounted on a wood or metal frame and secured with a wireinterlaced or welded-wire grid, typically topped with upholstery and insulating materials (felt, urethane or other resilient materials), and covered on the top and sides with ticking and on the bottom with a dust cover. Bunk bed: A two-tiered wood or metal frame designed to accommodate two mattresses, typically twin-size, one above the other. Some models allow the upper and lower units to be detached and used as separate beds.

Bunkie: A mattress, usually twin-size, and platform base used on bunk beds. Cal 117: Refers to California Technical Bulletin 117 (also called “TB 117”), which specifies a vertical flame testing procedure for and furniture component materials. Foam referred to as “Cal 117 foam” has passed this test. Currently under revision by the California Bureau of Home Furnishings. Cal 129: Refers to California Technical Bulletin 129 (also called “TB129”), which specifies a test protocol for mattresses used in institutional occupancies. Cal 603: Refers to California Technical Bulletin 603 (also called “TB603”), which is required by California Assembly Bill 603 and will specify product performance and test procedures for mattresses and foundations sold in California. Currently under development by the CBHF. Cal 604: Refers to California Technical Bulletin 604 (also called “TB604”), which is required by California Assembly Bill 603 and will specify product performance and test procedures for certain filled bedclothes sold in California. Currently under

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development by the CBHF. California Bureau of Home Furnishings and Thermal Insulation (BHFTI): California government agency that issues and enforces California Technical Bulletins that set flammability performance standards for various products, including mattresses and foundations sold in California. California king: Conventional bedding product with finished mattress dimensions of 72 by 83-1/2 inches (1.83 by 2.12 m). Carbon: The principal hardening element in steel. The higher the carbon content, the harder the metal and the more temper it will take, thus giving longer shape “memory.” Steel used in inner spring and box springs usually is high carbon steel. Cellulose acetate pad: Woody fiber compacted into a pad and used as an insulator. May be glued or sandwiched between plastic netting to help hold it together. Coil count: The number of coils in an innerspring unit. Though the count can effect weight distribution, it is not the determining factor for firmness. The count is usually based on the number

of coils in a full- or queen-size unit. Coils: The individual wire springs that form an innerspring unit. See Hourglass, Continuous and Offset coils. Coir pad: An insulator pad usually made from coconut husk fiber, garneted, needled, bonded and precut to size. Combustion modified: Refers to materials (such as foam, cushioning, ticking, etc.) that have undergone chemical treatments or other manufacturing processes to make them more resistant to ignition. Comfort system: Refers to the upholstery layers of the mattress, generally consisting of a combination of materials (cover, cushioning, topper pad, insulators, etc.). Compression modulus: Measures the degree to which a cushioning material can provide support. Measured as the ratio between the indentation force deflection (IDF) at a 65% compression to the IDF for the same sample at a 25% compression. The higher the ratio, the greater the ability of the cushioning material to provide support. Also called “support factor.” Compression set: A measure of the

permanent loss of original cushioning height resulting from use, usually expressed as percentage of original height of cushioning. Conjugate polyester fiber: Spirally crimped fiber that is crimped chemically rather than thermally. Continuous coils: An innerspring configuration in which the rows of coils are formed from a single piece of wire. Conventional bedding products: Mattresses and foundations in the conventional adult sizes of twin, twin extra long, full, full extra long, queen and king. Convertible sofa: A sofa with a bed folded beneath the seating surface, generally consisting of a mattress resting on a metal mechanism. Also called “sleep sofa” or “sofa sleeper.” Convoluted foam: Foam cut in variety of patterns to produce surface characterized by “hills” and “valleys,” giving gentle softness and more surface comfort. Also called “eggcrate” foam. Cornell test: Product performance test developed by Cornell University School of Hotel/Motel Administration to measure cosmetic performance of

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bedding sets, such as body impression or support firmness. Two round surfaces are pushed under controlled pressure onto the surface of the finished product 100,000 times and checked periodically for failure or changes. This and similar processes are called “dynamic fatigue.” Corner guards: Molded plastic or metal (sometimes upholstered) fittings secured to foundation corners to prevent material damage from the bed frame. Cotton felt: Produced by a Garnett machine which combs cotton and other fiber binders into a continuous web or layer. Several such layers combined are called cotton “batt.” For compressed cotton felt, thick layers of garneted cotton fiber are mechanically compressed and used as a fiber layer in mattresses to reduce body impressions. Cotton linters: The short fibers adhering to the seed after the long staple fiber has been removed in the ginning process. Used in making cotton felt. Cotton pickers: “Fall out” from ginning or garneting. These shorter staple

cotton fibers are blended with linters to produce cotton felt. Crown: A convex surface on a mattress. Mattresses with a half-inch (1.27 cm) crown are a half-inch thicker at the center than at the edges. Cushioning: Materials that lie above the insulator and below the fabric covering in an innerspring mattress. These materials are typically combinations of polyurethane foam, cotton felt, and/or other natural or man-made fibers. Damask: Woven ticking produced on a loom. The design is woven into the fabric rather than printed on the surface. Density: A measure of weight per cubic volume, usually expressed in pounds per cubic foot. Often referred to when discussing foam. Double tempering: Heating of innerspring units, usually in an oven, after they have been assembled. See Tempering. Dual-purpose: A broad term used to include all sleep pieces, that can be converted to other uses, including convertible sofas, high-risers, daybeds, futons, etc. See Convertible sofa.

Dust cover: A woven or non-woven fabric attached to the underside of a foundation to prevent the collection of dust inside. Also known as “sheeting” or “cambric.” Dynamic fatigue: Laboratory test measurement to simulate extended wear cycles. See also Cornell test and Rollator test. Edge guard: Generally an extra component added internally to the edge of a mattress and/or box spring to give support on the sides. Egg crate foam: See Convoluted foam. Engineered edge support: A design where the coils on the outer edge of an innerspring unit are actually positioned under the border rod. Fabric cover: Cloth or textile material woven, knitted or felted of any fiber or mixture of fibers. Often referred to as “ticking.” False pad: Compressed cotton felt that is stitched together to retain compression. Fatigue: Refers generally to degradation of product resulting from use and wear. See Dynamic fatigue, Flex fatigue and Static fatigue.

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Fiber pad: Usually refers to man-made or natural fibers (cotton, coir, polyester, etc.) that are garneted, needled, carded and/or bonded together. Normally used as insulators in mattresses and foundations. Filler cloth: Refers to a plain fabric used on the top of a foundation instead of ticking. Commonly offers non-skid characteristics. Flanging: The process whereby a strip of fabric is sewn to the edge of the mattress cover and, in the assembly process, secured to the perimeter of the innerspring unit to prevent the cover and filling materials from shifting. Flex fatigue: Laboratory test measurement of cushioning material (usually foam) firmness loss following predetermined number of flexing cycles. Flotation mattress: See Waterbed. Foam foundation: Consists of a builtup wood slat frame covered with a sheet of cardboard or similar material, topped with foam and covered with ticking. Footboard: An upright unit of wood, metal, plastic, or upholstered material, attached at the foot of a bed, usually to the bed frame. Foundation: Any base or support for a mattress, though typically used as a generic term for box springs. See Box spring and Foam foundation. FPF: Acronym for flexible polyurethane

foam. Full: Conventional bedding product with finished mattress dimensions of 53 by 74-1/2 inches (1.35 by 1.89 m). Full extra long: Conventional bedding product with finished mattress dimensions of 53 by 79-1/2 inches (1.35 by 2.02 m). Futon: A Japanese-style mattress construction, consisting of a cover and filling material, which is typically cotton but can be innerspring and/or foam. Garneting: A mechanical process whereby short cotton fibers and/or other fibers are combed into a specific orientation and formed into a thin web, which are then layered to create a batting used as an upholstery material. See Cotton felt. Gauge: A measurement of the diameter of the steel wire used in coil construction. Wire gauge for innerspring coils range from 12.5 to 17. The higher the gauge, the thinner the wire. Hair pads: Horse tail or mane, cattle tail or hog hair, which has been processed and curled for use as a mattress or upholstery filler. Hammocking: An undesirable characteristic sometimes associated with worn out or low-end mattresses. When weight is placed in the center, the corners tend to rise and bow in response to deep compression much

like a hammock. Terms “dish” and “sagging” also used to describe this phenomenon. Hand: Term used to describe the touch or feel of fabrics (e.g., soft, smooth, springy, etc.) or a finished mattress surface. Hand-tied: The process of hand-lacing the coils in a box spring together with twine. Hangtag: See Sleep Products Safety Council hangtag. Headboard: An upright unit of wood, metal, plastic or upholstered material, to be attached at the head of a bed, usually with the bed frame. Helical: A tightly-coiled, elongated wire used in the manufacture of innerspring units to join individual coils to each other and to the border rod. High contour mattress: Mattresses over 9 inches (22.86 cm) thick. A mattress under 9 inches thick is considered “standard.” High riser: Usually a frame or sofa with two mattresses of equal size without a backrest. The frame slides out with the lower bed and rises to form a full bed or two single beds. See also Trundle bed. Hog ring: Metal ring used to secure the insulator and flange material to the innerspring unit. Takes its name from its similarity to the metal ring in a hog's nose.

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Hourglass coils: Coils that taper inward from top to middle and outward from middle to bottom, thus resembling an hourglass in shape. Employed in Bonnell and offset coil designs. Hybrid: A flotation mattress consisting of vinyl components (bladder and liner) typically encased in foam and made to look like a conventional mattress, usually paired with a regular upholstered foundation. Also called a “softside” waterbed. Indentation force deflection (IFD): A measure of cushioning (usually foam) firmness expressed as the pounds of force required to indent a 4-inch (10.16 cm) sample by 25%. IFD is measured independently of cushioning density. Also called “surface firmness.” Innerspring unit construction: The spring construction used as the main support system inside an innerspring mattress. Some common types are pocketed (see Marshall) and all metal (i.e., Bonnell, offset and continuous wire). Insulator: Any material used on top and bottom of an innerspring unit to prevent the upholstery layers from

cupping down into the coils. Some common types are fiber pad, nonwoven fabric, netting, wire grid, wire mesh or foam pad. King: Conventional bedding product with finished mattress dimensions of 76 by 79-1/2 inches (1.93 by 2.02 m). Knit fabric: A ticking fabric produced through a knitting process rather than weaving. Designs are printed onto the surface. Lacing wire: Finer gauges of wire used to form helicals. Latex: A flexible foam developed from a water dispersion of rubber obtained from a rubber tree or a man-made product. Law label: Generally refers to a tag of a specific dimension and color required by many states that is stitched onto a mattress to identify the contents of the product. LFK: An unknotted offset coil with a cylindrical or columnar shape. Link fabric: A wire foundation for bedsprings, cots, studio sofas, sofabed mechanisms and gliders. So called because the fabric is a succession of metal links.

Marshall: A type of innerspring construction in which thin gauge, barrel-shaped, knotless coils are encased in fabric pockets. Also known as “pocketed coils.” Mattress: A manufactured product to sleep on, consisting of various resilient materials usually covered with an outer ticking. Mega joule: Measurement of total energy produced in a fire during a predetermined elapsed time period, commonly the first 10 minutes of a product flammability performance test. Memory: The ability of tempered steel, foam and some fabrics to return to their original state after being compressed or stretched. Mesh: Plastic netting generally stretched across the face of an innerspring unit as an insulator. Molded foam core: A core made in molds of flexible foam and used as the main support system in a foam mattress (as opposed to the innerspring unit that provides support in an innerspring mattress). Mounting: Attachment of a box spring to a bed frame.

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Needlepunched fabric: A manufacturing process for which high strength, lightweight, non-woven construction fabrics are produced. These fabrics are produced by garneting fibers, entangling or interlocking these fibers together by a series of barbed needles and then mechanically bonding or fusing them together via heat to produce a fabric without glue or binders. Needlepunched pad: A manufacturing process used to produce insulator pads and non-woven fabrics whereby loose, garneted fibers are interlocked by a series of barbed needles. Non-woven fabric: Textile structure produced by bonding or interlocking fibers resulting from mechanical, chemical, thermal or solvent processes, or combinations thereof. Offset coils: An hourglass type coil on which portions of the top and bottom convolutions have been flattened. In assembling the innerspring unit, these flat segments of wire are hinged together with helicals. Orthopedic: General term that implies a bed set will promote proper postural alignment and support. Does not necessarily mean hard or boardy feeling. Panel: The part of the ticking that constitutes the horizontal surfaces (top or bottom) of a mattress. Peak heat release rate: Measurement

of the maximum rate of energy being released during a predetermined test period, usually expressed in kilowatts or kW. Also called the “rate of peak heat release” or “maximum rate of heat release.” Pedestal-type metal or wood bed frame: A low-profile bed frame with a solid pedestal base underneath each side of the frame, instead of legs. Pillow-top mattress: A mattress featuring a surface finishing treatment where a separate encasement of soft materials is attached to the entire surface on top of existing cover and upholstery. Pocketed coil: See Marshall. Polyurethane foam: Synthetic flexible polyurethane used for mattress cores and as a cushioning material. As a core, it is the main support system. Generic term covering both polyester and polyether foams. Print: A ticking fabric, which can be a woven or non-woven sheeting, commonly of synthetic fiber composition, on which a design has been printed. Queen: Conventional bedding product with finished mattress dimensions of 60 by 79-1/2 inches (1.52 by 2.02 m). Quilting: The surface treatment in which the cover, foam and/or other fibers are sewn together, using various stitch patterns on quilting machinery, including scroll or panel quilters (single

needle) and multi-needle quilters. Recovery: Measure of a cushioning material's ability to return to its original dimensions after force is removed. Renovated mattress: A used mattress that has been recovered with new ticking and possibly cushioning and other materials, and sometimes subjected to chemical or heat sanitization processes, prior to resale to the consumer. Resilience: A measure of the surface elasticity of foam or other cushioning material. ASTM D3574 specifies a test method for measuring resilience as the percentage by which a steel ball of defined mass rebounds from the surface of the cushioning material after having been dropped from a specified height. Rollator test: An approximately 230 lb. (104 kg), six-sided roller is repeatedly passed across a sleep set to simulate extended product wear and to estimate the structural strengths or weaknesses of the set and components (i.e., foam or quilt failure, breaking of helicals and coils) over time. Rollaway bed/cot: A portable metal bed/cot with a frame that folds in half with the mattress when not in use so it can be rolled into a closet (or elsewhere) for storage. Side rail: A metal or wood rail of a

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bed frame, which hooks into the outside edges of a headboard and/or footboard to provide the support base for a foundation and mattress. Single-side mattress: A mattress that is intended for sleeping on only one side of the product. Sisal: A product of the henequen plant formed into a pad and used as an insulator. Slats: Narrow strips of wood used inside a foundation to support the coils. See Bed frame components. Also can refer to boards used in a bed frame to provide external support for the foundation. Sleep Products Safety Council hangtag: Used voluntarily by bedding producers since 1987, the safety hangtag program provides critical consumer

information about the safe use of sleep products. Manufacturers certify that they use the tag only on mattresses that meet the Federal Mattress Flammability Standard. The tag is available for purchase from SPSC in a hangtag or permanent label in English or bilingual Spanish/English and French/English versions. Smooth top: A plain surfaced mattress, neither tufted nor quilted. Also called button-free. Spring wire: Wire made from high carbon steel, characterized by toughness, strength and ductility. Typically furnished in 8 to 18 gauge for bedding industry applications. Static fatigue: Laboratory test measurement of cushioning material load bearing ability loss resulting from

constant predetermined compression. Steel unit construction: The spring construction used as the main support system inside a foundation. Stitch bonded pad: See Fales pad. Straightline deflection: Pertains to mattress innerspring construction and refers to the constant ratio between stress and strain, weight and movement. Support factor: See Compression modulus. Surface firmness: See Indentation force deflection. Tape: Narrow fabric material that closes over the rough-sewn edge where the top and bottom panels are joined to the border of a mattress or box spring. Also called â&#x20AC;&#x153;binding tape.â&#x20AC;? Tape edge: A specified type of sewing

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machine designed to stitch tape around the top and bottom edges of the mattress, joining the panels with the border and closing the mattress. TB 117: See Cal 117. TB 129: See Cal 129. TB 603: See Cal 603. TB 604: See Cal 604. Tempering: Heat treatment of wire to reduce stresses in steel introduced during wire forming process. Accomplished by electric charge, oven heat or both. Also known as “stress relieving.” Ticking: Fabric for covering mattresses and foundations. Common types include damask, knit, print, woven stripe and non-woven. Torsion bars: A type of spring system used in box springs characterized by wire forms. Trundle bed: A low bed that is rolled under a larger bed. In some constructions, the lower bed springs up to form a full bed or two single beds as in a high riser. Tufting: Consists of passing twine, cords or tape vertically through the mattress from top to bottom, knotting and securing the loops thus formed

with tufts, buttons or lacing. The purpose is to hold the mattress filling in place. Twin: Conventional bedding product with finished mattress dimensions of 38 by 74-1/2 inches (0.97 by 1.89 m). Twin extra long: Conventional bedding product with finished mattress dimensions of 38 by 79-1/2 inches (0.97 by 2.02 m). Urethane foam: See Polyurethane foam. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC): A federal government agency that issues and enforces national safety standards for consumer products. With regard to mattresses, the CPSC has focused on flammability, air vent pull outs and bunk bed strangulation risks. Ventilator: Metal or plastic screens attached to the sides and sometimes the ends of mattresses to permit increased passage of air. Often used with hospital type mattresses with wet-proof covers. Visco-elastic foam: Also known as “memory foam.” Slow recovery urethane foams that are temperature

sensitive. They conform to the body and distribute pressure according to body heat and dynamics. Waterbed: A sleep system employing a water-filled vinyl bladder as its primary support system. When used with rigid framing to contain the vinyl components, is known as a “hardside.” See Hybrid. Often has cushioning and ticking outer covering. All versions are sometimes referred to as “flotation beds.” Welded grid top: Basic wire welded into a lattice to which box spring coils, formed wire or modules are fastened. Offers even weight distribution, yet allows some flex and give. Wood frame: The wood frame in a foundation on which the spring construction is mounted. Woven fabric: A ticking fabric produced by weaving. Designs may be printed onto the surface or woven into the product. Woven stripe: A woven ticking with colored stripes. Sometimes referred to as “ACA,” the traditional designation for an 8 oz. blue- and white-striped ticking.

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