TPU is the new super material For decades, the healthcare and furniture industries have relied on a historical compromise: polyurethane (PU) foam. It was cheap, easy to mass-produce, and good enough for support. But as we move into 2026, that compromise is becoming a liability. Between a rising global crisis in patient well-being and a…
Empowering better lives Aalborg Municipality’s pilot study on 3D-printed seating In a groundbreaking collaboration, Aalborg Municipality, Team Digital Velfærd, and Create it REAL recently completed a comprehensive pilot project investigating the impact of 3D-printed, pressure-relieving seats for wheelchair users. This study moved beyond the lab and into the real world, testing custom-made solutions with citizens across…
White paper: When your life depends on wheelchair seating 11 facts about microclimate that can save lives We are pleased to release the white paper, “When your life depends on wheelchair seating: 11 facts about microclimate that can save lives.” Where the authors Jeremie Gay and Mette Kristensen examine microclimate (temperature, moisture, and airflow) as…
Joann needs to increase the time with patients Joann is a 42-year-old fictional orthopedic specialist who works at a clinic that offers custom orthopedic products. Today, handcrafting is a big part of her work. She is used to sculpting solutions. It can be a corrective brace for an adolescent in a scoliosis treatment program, a…
Programmable Foam® in Formula E In Formula E, cockpit space is extremely limited, and even small impacts can put a driver’s hands at risk. During a crash, the hands tend to hit the same carbon structure inside the cockpit, and the hardness of that surface has historically caused fractures. To improve hand protection, the series…
How can we free up time for patients? Across Europe, orthopedic clinics are busier than ever. Waiting lists grow, technicians juggle multiple tasks, and the pressure to deliver high‑quality, customized devices within a limited timeframe continues to rise. It is not a lack of dedication; it is a lack of hours in the day. However,…