SAN JOSE, CA, May 9, 2003—Supracor—Technology You Can Get Comfortable With®—has developed the first ventilated Bassinet Mattress to help prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, about a third of SIDS deaths of babies have been attributed to suffocation from bedding, including quilts, comforters and pillows, in cribs and playpens.

"Since SIDS is the leading cause of death in infants," said Susan Wilson, director of Research, Design and Development, "we knew that we could create a breathable mattress, using our revolutionary Supracor Honeycomb Technology, that would help save children's lives."

Made from a soft, flexible form of aerospace honeycomb, Supracor's totally ventilated Stimulite Bassinet Mattress allows infants to breathe freely and fluids to drain through while keeping them cool and comfortable. Thousands of tiny perforations in the honeycomb cells circulate air both vertically and horizontally. The interconnected, open cells conform naturally to their body and uniformly support their weight. Extremely hygienic and lightweight, the Bassinet Mattress is made from an advanced, medical grade material that is naturally antibacterial, antifungal and odor resistant. A breeze to care for, just sponge with mild soapy water, rinse thoroughly and shake excess water out to air dry.

Measures 32" Long x 15.5" Wide x 2" High; also available for incubators and cribs. Comes with a breathable and stretchable organic cotton cover which may be hand or machine washed separately.

Supracor, Inc., a diversified engineered materials manufacturer located in San Jose, CA, custom engineers honeycomb to meet the needs for shock absorption and cushioning in various consumer, military and industrial markets. In the medical field, Supracor's Medicare-approved Stimulite Honeycomb Cushions and Support Surfaces have set the standard for pressure-sore prevention by providing Total Pressure Management®—pressure relief, reduced shearing and ventilation to control heat and moisture. Additionally, Supracor supplies flexible honeycomb for footwear applications and customizes bumpers for rides at Universal Studios® and the Walt Disney® amusement parks.

In the equestrian field, Supracor's award-winning, high-performance saddle pads, featuring Stimulite Honeycomb, provide Total Pressure Management to prevent sore backs in horses.

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