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Research & Development

Research & Development

The Reinhart Technical Center and our Sustainability and Innovation Department represent Carpenter’s longstanding commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.

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Most processes, products and standards used in the polyurethane foam industry today are developed by our skilled teams of scientists, engineers and technicians. We’re proud to offer innovative products and solutions to diverse markets, all of which have been refined and perfected at our global research centers.

We continually invest in technologies supporting research and product development. Our world-class technical facilities in Richmond, Virginia, and Wetteren, Belgium, serve as global testing centers for many testing protocols, including:

  • Physical testing
  • Mattress durability testing
  • Large & small-scale flammability testing
  • Wet analytical
  • Instrumental analytical testing
  • Thermal analysis