The Woodbridge Group Licenses Integral Skin Technology from Toscana Gomma

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Nov. 29, 2010 /CNW/ - The Woodbridge Group and Toscana Gomma are pleased to announce a technical agreement, involving polyurethane technology and chemistry for integral skin solutions. Woodbridge DecoSkin(TM) products combine a durable, non-porous polyurethane outer layer, with a lower density polyurethane core, that can be engineered to offer targeted comfort and resiliency. The decorative, color matched finished surface, allows for a cost effective range of entirely new designs and shapes, without any compromise to fit, finish or function. A key attribute of DecoSkin(TM) technology is its capability to combine tough durability with a luxurious tactile quality, ideal for applications such as automotive grip handles. Other applications include automotive head restraints, armrests and steering wheels, as well as a range of products for other markets.

Martin Mazza, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Global Sales, The Woodbridge Group states, "Toscana Gomma is recognized for their design, engineering and manufacturing excellence across a number of markets including the automotive sector. We look forward to working together and exploring other opportunities to provide innovative products and solutions to our many common and unique customers."

"This agreement marks an important step in our relationship with The Woodbridge Group," states Renato Ravicino, Chief Executive Officer, Toscana Gomma. "Our two organizations share many common philosophies, including the strategy to deliver truly unique, world class products that bring value to the markets we serve. I am confident that this particular agreement on integral skin, is the first of many examples where we can share technologies for the good of our customers."

Toscana Gomma is a subsidiary of the Italian Olmo Group, and has been manufacturing slab and molded flexible polyurethane foams for over 40 years. Toscana Gomma is a key supplier to original equipment manufacturers, and Tier 1 automotive system suppliers. The company also supplies technical foams for a diverse range of applications.

The Woodbridge Group and its partners in The World Polyurethane Alliance operate 67 facilities in 22 countries, as global leaders in the development and production of polyurethane and expanded polypropylene products. Automotive applications include components for seating, structural support, interior soft trim products, headliner systems, cargo management solutions, and engineered products for occupant protection and acoustical management. Woodbridge also offers contract assembly and sequencing and supply chain management, as well as a full range of value added services including engineering and design. For more information, please visit www.woodbridgegroup.com

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    Contact:                        Contact:
    John Bell                       Roberto Ravicino
    Director Global Marketing       Commercial Director
    The Woodbridge Group            Toscana Gomma Spa
                                     4 Via Cavalieri V
    4240 Sherwoodtowne Blvd.         Veneto
    Mississauga, Ontario,            27038 Robbio (PV),
     Canada L4Z 2G6                  Italy
    Phone: [phone]           Phone [phone]
    Email:
    [email protected]   [email protected]
    

For further information: John Bell, Director Global Marketing of The Woodbridge Group, [phone], [email protected]; or Roberto Ravicino, Commercial Director of Toscana Gomma Spa, [phone], [email protected], Web Site: http://www.woodbridgegroup.com