The Arrival of the 2-Meter 3D-Printed Elastomer Mattress – Bolitec Invites You to "Get in Bed" for an Exclusive Experience

From March 17 to 19, 2025, the flagship event of the additive manufacturing industry in the Asia-Pacific region—TCT Asia—will grandly commence at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai! Panda3dp.com will provide comprehensive coverage and live streaming of the event, so stay tuned.  

According to Panda3dp.com, Bolitec is set to make a groundbreaking global debut at this year’s TCT exhibition with a 2-meter-long (L) × 1.8-meter-wide (W) × 0.2-meter-high (H) mattress, manufactured using its high-speed polymer 3D printing technology. This pioneering product is printed with the bio-based elastomer material ELASTO 1000 BIO, poised to redefine the sleep experience and mark a significant breakthrough for elastomer 3D printing in the consumer market.  

In the past, we have seen numerous 3D-printed elastomer products such as sports shoes, slippers, helmet liners, and bicycle saddles—small consumer goods. There have also been applications in medical and industrial fields, including orthotic devices, automotive seats, and flexible robotic components, all of which remain relatively small in size. However, a 2-meter-scale 3D-printed elastomer mattress is unprecedented in the industry. With this unveiling, Bolitec is paving the way for a new category in 3D printing applications.  

From the officially released images, the mattress comprises over a dozen 3D-printed elastomeric rectangular blocks, with an intricate hollow lattice structure throughout its interior. How does a 3D-printed mattress compare to traditional spring or latex mattresses? What improvements does it offer in user experience? According to Bolitec, this revolutionary mattress boasts several remarkable advantages:  

1. Exceptional Breathability – Designed with a three-dimensional honeycomb mesh structure, the mattress forms natural air circulation channels, effectively dissipating heat and moisture to prevent discomfort from humidity and warmth. This feature is particularly beneficial for individuals prone to sweating or living in humid climates.  

2. Intelligent Shock Absorption & Support – The adjustable elastic modulus of the material enables an impressive elongation at break of over 250% and a million-cycle bending durability. Coupled with the bionic honeycomb structure's energy absorption characteristics, the mattress dynamically distributes body pressure, ensuring "zero-disturbance" cushioning during movements. With over 400 precisely engineered support points, it seamlessly conforms to the body's curves, balancing softness with optimal spinal support.  

3. Personalized Customization – Leveraging parametric design and AI-driven structural optimization, the mattress can be tailored to accommodate individual body types and sleeping preferences. Users can customize aspects such as localized firmness adjustments and zoned support, catering to diverse needs across different age groups—from children to the elderly.  

Bolitec states: "The 3D-printed mattress is an integral step in our commitment to global sustainability, driving the furniture industry toward greener transformation. By transcending the design limitations of traditional manufacturing, this innovation offers a scalable, eco-friendly, and functionally superior paradigm for the sleep health sector. Beyond redefining the user experience of mattresses, it serves as compelling proof of the industrial viability of large-scale 3D-printed consumer goods, unlocking new possibilities for smart and customizable home furnishings."  

Moreover, at this exhibition, Bolitec will showcase a lineup of groundbreaking products at Hall 8.1, Booth 8D20. Attendees will gain insights into Bolitec's comprehensive solutions for mass 3D-printed manufacturing, the full industrial chain of high-speed polymer 3D printing, and its latest technological advancements. Panda3dp.com will be on-site for exclusive reports and hands-on experiences.  

Panda3dp.com believes that Bolitec’s 3D-printed mattress is not only a benchmark for consumer product innovation but also a testament to the feasibility of large-format, mass-customized elastomer 3D printing. As materials science and digital manufacturing technologies continue to converge, we anticipate that in the next 5 to 10 years, elastomer 3D printing will revolutionize a multitude of vertical industries, propelling manufacturing toward greater efficiency and sustainability.