The research is published in the journal Macromolecular Rapid Communications. "A frequently discussed aspect in the production of PU foam is the health risk at work from isocyanates, one of the main ...

"A frequently discussed aspect in the production of PU foam is the health risk at work from isocyanates, one of the main components in the chemical reaction that forms polyurethane," explains Dr.

Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research IAP have developed a foil that changes into polyurethane foam (PU foam) when heated – entirely without health risks. The foil ...