BASF's PU and TPU materials are key materials for the new Timberland PRO Reaxion safety boots, providing industrial workers with the latest innovations.
Reaxion safety shoes have Timberland's proprietary Aerocore energy system, which combines the comfort and flexibility of sports shoes with the performance and durability of work boots.
Bert Spiller, vice president of product creation at Timberland PRO, said: "We want to provide workers with a new experience. To produce a safety shoe that is as comfortable and attractive as their favorite sports shoes… We need help to achieve this goal, and BASF An ideal partner for this work."
Aerocore energy system consists of three layers: anti-fatigue technology insole, foam midsole and non-marking outsole. All layers work together to provide excellent energy feedback, comfort and grip.
BASF's Elastollan TPU is the highlight of the outsole component. It has excellent anti-wear and traction properties. The midsole and insole use Elastopan high resilience PU foam to provide all-weather support and comfort. BASF is able to customize the PU formula at the molecular level to provide the Timberland PRO team with the performance required for its new Reaxion safety shoes.
BASF's functional materials footwear, sports and leisure market segment manager Mark Zhu added: "BASF has more than 40 years of experience in the field of footwear materials. This cooperation with Timberland PRO shows that chemistry and design are driving the performance of safety shoes. The importance of future development."