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Latex International Unveils Gel-Infused Talalay Latex


By Gretchen Kast Latex International is expanding its Talalay latex component offerings with a gel-infused product. The company will introduce TalaGel, the first of its kind on the market by combin- ing the cooling properties of gel with the anti- microbial, dust mite resistant and hypoaller- genic properties of Talalay latex. “The momentum in our category is com-


ing from the Talalay segment and dealers are looking to us to present more innovation and enhancements, as we are doing with Tala- Gel,” said President and CEO Dave Fisher. Known for its innovative formulations, Latex


International developed TalaGel to address the growing manufacturer and retailer interest in developing more products that address tem- perature regulation. TalaGel provides all the


same benefits of the company’s Classic Tala- lay, but with the added natural cooling benefit. In addition to relieving pressure and providing support, this new gel-infused product wicks heat away from the body, helping individuals sleep at their most optimal body temperatures. “One of the main marketplace issues our dealers face is a consumer looking to special- ty bedding but wanting extra assurance that it will sleep cool–while also having the other important benefits of premium Talalay,” Fisher explained. “We are delivering something quite exciting to the market with TalaGel.” The company will make another exciting


introduction at the Winter Las Vegas Market; following recent announcements regarding its re-organization, Latex International will officially change its name to “Talalay Global.”


The company stated that the new name re- defines the organization and better reflects its position as a worldwide leader in premi- um Talalay products. “We are the only company in North America, and the largest one of only two sophisticated manufacturers globally, that produce Talalay—which is the finest com- ponent that is used to manufacture luxury sleep products,” Fisher explained. “Over the past few months, we have intensified our focus on exactly who we are, and what our customers already know. We are Ta- lalay, we are a luxury product, and we are ‘purely the best.’ Our name and marketing will clearly send this message to the world going forward.” Visit latexinternational.com.


Bekaert Textiles Reveals The Top Trends in Mattress Ticking By Gretchen Kast


As a leader in the development and manufac- turing of mattress ticking and cover materials, Bekaert Textiles is ahead of the latest bedding trends. The company’s highly regarded mar-


ket position is built on experience, expertise and total quality management. With innova- tive and stylish textile products, Bekaert of- fers mattress manufacturers unique solutions that add value to their beds.


Are you wondering what’s ahead in the coming year? See below for the top trends in mattress ticking, according to Bekaert Textiles. Visit bekarettextiles.com.


1 Color of the Year: Suede 34 BEDROOM / Winter 2015


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Popular cover detail: top stitch developed for Intellibed by


Progressive Products Inc. and Bekaert Textiles


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Cairfull2: a high-tech 3D fabric designed to actively ventilate and distribute heat evenly. The fabric offers advanced temperature


regulation and reduces pressure on the body, creating a cool and dry bed climate year-round


Learn more about mattress styling in the Q&A on page 32.


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Popular cover detail: the “Swooshy-Bumper” prototype bed by Progressive Products Inc. and Bekaert Textiles


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