In today’s film and sheet markets, manufacturers are under increasing pressure to deliver materials that do more than perform. Products must be durable, flexible, reliable, and capable of protecting critical surfaces and components in demanding environments. From surface protection and industrial wear resistance to outdoor, consumer, and technical applications, material performance has become a key differentiator.

That is why Lubrizol thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) continues to gain momentum. With its combination of toughness, flexibility, abrasion resistance, adhesion, and long-term durability, TPU helps manufacturers develop film and sheet solutions that extend product life, enhance protection, and open new design possibilities.

How can manufacturers improve protection without sacrificing flexibility?

Lubrizol TPU combines excellent toughness, abrasion resistance, and elasticity, helping film and sheet materials withstand demanding environments while maintaining flexibility and performance. These properties make TPU a strong fit for applications such as color-stable wind blade protection, anti-corrosion film solutions for underwater pipes, and high-performing food belts.

Lubrizol’s broader TPU expertise also supports adhesive film solutions used in applications such as textiles and footwear, where bonding performance is essential.

Can one material enable both durability and design freedom?

Lubrizol TPU offers a strong balance of mechanical performance, transparency options, surface aesthetics, and processing versatility. This combination enables manufacturers to design innovative film and sheet solutions across a wide range of applications.

As industries demand more from their materials, TPU is emerging as a powerful alternative in applications where traditional materials may fall short.

Watch the video to discover how Lubrizol’s TPU portfolio is helping manufacturers rethink what is possible in film and sheet applications—and why more companies are turning to TPU to support the next generation of protection.

Protection Meets Performance: How TPU Is Shaping the Future of Film and Sheet Applications