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Wait this came from a mattress? Local inventor transforming recycled mattress foam into sustainable products
By Mario Díaz, Jeovany Luna, Christian Hudspeth at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 17, 2026
· 2 min read
Most people see an old mattress as nothing more than bulky trash.One local inventor shared with 2 Helps You that he not only sees an opportunity, but a way to positively impact our community. Vahid Serajian, a Texas A&M graduate and founder of VitriCycle, has spent the last five years developing ...
Key takeaway One local inventor shared with 2 Helps You that he not only sees an opportunity, but a way to positively impact our community.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The impact of Vahid Serajian's mattress foam recycling technology could be significant in Harris County, where landfill space is a growing concern. As the Houston area continues to grapple with illegal dumping and waste management issues, innovations like Serajian's offer a promising solution. By diverting hundreds of pounds of material from landfills, his process could help reduce the environmental and economic burdens associated with waste disposal. Moreover, the fact that Serajian's company, VitriCycle, is based in the local area means that the benefits of his technology will be felt directly in the community. As the city of Houston and surrounding municipalities explore new ways to address waste management challenges, Serajian's work could serve as a model for other local entrepreneurs and inventors looking to make a positive impact on the environment. His success could also attract other sustainable businesses to the area.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Most people see an old mattress as nothing more than bulky trash.One local inventor shared with 2 Helps You that he not only sees an opportunity, but a way to positively impact our community. Vahid Serajian, a Texas A&M graduate and founder of VitriCycle, has spent the last five years developing ...
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