Abstract: A pressure variable thermal adaptive microclimate surface is provided. The microclimate surface may be a pad, pillow, mattress or the like. The microclimate surface is especially suitable for providing optimal heating and/or cooling of a person. The heating or cooling is provided through heating or cooling delivery system located in the sculpted polyurethane foam microclimate surface. The microclimate surface has a plurality of independently moving pillars which is optimal in reducing pressure ulcers on the skin of a person caused by the person spending extended periods of time on a typical surface, such as a hospital mattress. The heating or cooling delivery system may be provided through three possible configurations.

Abstract: A pressure variable thermal adaptive microclimate surface is provided. The microclimate surface may be a pad, pillow, mattress or the like. The microclimate surface is especially suitable for providing optimal heating and/or cooling of a person. The heating or cooling is provided through heating or cooling delivery system located in the sculpted polyurethane foam microclimate surface. The microclimate surface has a plurality of independently moving pillars which is optimal in reducing pressure ulcers on the skin of a person caused by the person spending extended periods of time on a typical surface, such as a hospital mattress. The heating or cooling delivery system may be provided through three possible configurations.

Abstract: A stuffing or filler for use with pillows, cushions, comforters, duvets and textiles. In an embodiment, the stuffing is comprised of pieces of foam sheets. The foam sheets can contain encapsulated gas bubbles. The foam sheets are shredded or sheared into foam pieces. In a preferred embodiment, these foam pieces have a thickness of approximately 180-3200 microns and a length of approximately 0.5-10 cm. The foam sheets are comprised of polyethylene, polypropylene, nylon, polyester, polyvinylchloride or other polymeric material. The foam pieces exhibit positive characteristics as a stuffing or insulator and exhibit good loft and rebound characteristics. The foam pieces form stuffing, filler or insulators in pillows, cushions, duvets, and the like.