en.Wedoany.com Reported - Avantium has partnered with Tricover, a brand under flexible foam industry solution provider Heynen Systems, to develop a mattress prototype made from the plant-based material releaf. The product will be showcased at Interzum Forum Italy in Bergamo from June 4 to 5, 2026.

For over four decades, Heynen Systems has provided systematic solutions to the comfort foam industry, serving both manufacturers and end users. Its B2B solutions aim to automate encapsulation processes and reduce production costs; for end users, the technology helps minimize wear between comfort foam and outer covers, extending product lifespan. Heynen Systems' solutions have been adopted by international brands such as IKEA and Tempur.

This collaboration focuses on prototyping and feasibility exploration. Both parties are evaluating how releaf can be applied in automated foam encapsulation to balance performance enhancement with sustainability. The prototype aims to demonstrate releaf's potential in the comfort foam sector.

Gabriela Caraman, Communication and Sustainability Advisor at Heynen Systems, stated that the company continuously explores new materials and technologies to support clients and drive industry progress. Innovation has been central since the company's founding, with founder Chris Heijnen holding multiple EU patents. This partnership allows the team to experiment with releaf, further reducing environmental impact while maintaining competitiveness. The company looks forward to sharing this first releaf-based mattress prototype with clients, initiating discussions on circular products "Made in Europe."

Laleh Maleki, Business Development Manager at Avantium, noted that exploring new application areas is crucial as the company scales up releaf production. The collaboration with Tricover enables the material to be tested in real-world mattress and upholstery applications. This prototype represents a significant step in learning, testing, and inspiring the industry about the potential of the plant-based material PEF (polyethylene furanoate).

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