GOOD DESIGN , 2011
Bretford Manufacturing, Inc.
RHOMBII® Flat Panel Lectern
The award winning RHOMBII® Flat Panel Lectern provides spacious storage for the lecturer. The front panel may be customized to put a new face on learning, thus avoiding traditional, dull environments.
GOOD DESIGN , 2011
LG Electronics
Auto-Sensing Remote Jack Pack
The award winning Auto-Sensing Remote Jack Pack is an all-in-one multimedia hub that provides users with multiple audio and video inputs to connect to TV sets and other portable devices. The compact design makes placement of this product feasible and flexible with surrounding environments.
Editors' Gold Award , 2011
LECO Corporation
Citius LC-HRT High Resolution TOFMS
An innovative, award winning design for High Performance Mass Spectrometers, the Citius LC-HRT High Resolution TOFMS offers outstanding speeds of full-range mass spectra and resolution of spectra. Specifically, this medical device processes over 100 spectra per second with resolutions of up to 100,000.
EID Bronze , 2011
Octane Fitness
Seated Elliptical xR3 Series
Improving upon and outperforming the current market selection of recumbent bikes, this modern, clean, award winning design focuses on the ergonomics of the user during the workout. A multiple grip handle bar allows options for hand placement with fully integrated, user-friendly controls. The xR3 is an award winning design that has set the standard for the Octane Fitness Visual Brand Language moving forward.
EID Bronze , 2011
PolyScience
Refrigerating/ Heating Circulating Water Baths
This award winning Water Bath is part of a new product line of temperature control equipment. We worked closely with PolyScience's engineering staff to improve upon the existing units and better understand assembly and service requirements.
The ideation process included concept renderings and screen images of the new product line to evaluate different design languages. The chosen concept was further developed by creating prototype geometry using SolidWorks. The resulting part files were shared with our client for further review. A prototype model was built to ensure aesthetics, fit, finish, function and service of the new units.
The new line of circulating water baths conveys a sophisticated yet commercial design language. Human factors, assembly and service drove the basic functionality of the industrial design priorities.
This ergonomic design integrates convenient handles for ease of repositioning the units. The new products are designed with a unique lid docking system to store the reservoir cover. This design element eliminates mess when adding or removing liquid and samples. A corrosion and chemical resistant top plate dampens noise and remains cooler at high temperatures.
The compact design of the control head occupies a minimum of reservoir space to provide more room for liquid and samples. The control head can be rotated within a 180-degree radius. The operator can also easily view the temperatures with the large digital display.
The intuitive interface design makes the units simple to operate. Their LCD touchscreen technology features an icon driven interface to guide users through setup and operation. The operator can easily scroll through menus, functions and options, even while wearing gloves.
The units are easy to maintain. The design team incorporated a front mount drain and washable air filter to simplify maintenance.
IDEA Bronze, 2011
PolyScience
Refrigerating/ Heating Circulating Water Baths
This award winning Water Bath is part of a new product line of temperature control equipment. We worked closely with PolyScience's engineering staff to improve upon the existing units and better understand assembly and service requirements.
The ideation process included concept renderings and screen images of the new product line to evaluate different design languages. The chosen concept was further developed by creating prototype geometry using SolidWorks. The resulting part files were shared with our client for further review. A prototype model was built to ensure aesthetics, fit, finish, function and service of the new units.
The new line of circulating water baths conveys a sophisticated yet commercial design language. Human factors, assembly and service drove the basic functionality of the industrial design priorities.
This ergonomic design integrates convenient handles for ease of repositioning the units. The new products are designed with a unique lid docking system to store the reservoir cover. This design element eliminates mess when adding or removing liquid and samples. A corrosion and chemical resistant top plate dampens noise and remains cooler at high temperatures.
The compact design of the control head occupies a minimum of reservoir space to provide more room for liquid and samples. The control head can be rotated within a 180-degree radius. The operator can also easily view the temperatures with the large digital display.
The intuitive interface design makes the units simple to operate. Their LCD touchscreen technology features an icon driven interface to guide users through setup and operation. The operator can easily scroll through menus, functions and options, even while wearing gloves.
The units are easy to maintain. The design team incorporated a front mount drain and washable air filter to simplify maintenance.
IBO Gold , 2011
PolyScience
Sous Vide Professional™ Temperature Cooking System
This award winning Immersion Circulator has set the standard in housewares products for Sous Vide cooking, meeting the stringent requirements of the world's best chefs. The compact design makes for easy storage and travel while the circulator itself can clamp to any pot or tank with round or flat walls. The Sous Vide Professional™ delivers outstanding results under the toughest cooking conditions and temperatures.
The project began with a detailed analysis of the client's existing product and competitive units. The objective was to understand the design specifications and how the device would be used.
Concept development focused on overall form, human factors and ease of assembly. We provided multiple concept resolutions, all of which were conducive to the new product definition developed by the team. The selected design language was refined and illustrated as concept renderings. Color options were also reviewed with the client at this time.
As form development moved forward, the new configuration was created in SolidWorks to move quickly toward prototyping. Prototype development focused on a minimal number of injection molded parts, ease of assembly, functionality, cost reduction and customer satisfaction. Efficient industrial design coupled with the latest technology created a quality product.
The Sous Vide Professional is an effective, simple to use device, enabling professional and home chefs to cook foods using the Sous Vide technique that relies on precise temperature control. The device securely fastens to any stockpot or large container with flat or rounded walls by adjusting the mounting clamp. Its small footprint occupies a minimum of reservoir space to provide more room for foods. The compact design also makes for easy storage.
The vacuum-sealed food cooks at a gentle temperature in a precisely controlled water bath, locking in foods natural flavors, nutrients and moisture. This device circulates heated water throughout the pot with its heating coil and pump, providing maximum consistency compared to non-stirred devices. The circulation level is controlled by adjusting the pump pressure outlet. This slide control regulates the flow and adapts to the desired cooking temperature. The protective housing prevents the user from direct contact with the heating coil and pump, while providing easy access for inspection and cleaning.
A large LCD screen digitally displays the actual and set temperatures in Fahrenheit or Celsius. The screen is backlit to provide the user with instant visual recognition of the readouts. The device is easy to use with an intuitive user interface that allows the user to set or adjust the cooking temperature. Up and down buttons allow the user to set or adjust the cooking temperature to 1/10th of a degree. Cooking temperatures range from 59°F to 212°F.
This housewares product received the StarChefs Innovation and Technology Award.
IDA Honorable Mention , 2011
Bretford Manufacturing, Inc.
PowerSync Tray® for iPad
The IDA award winning PowerSync Tray for iPad was developed to safely store, charge and organize iPads so that they are ready when you are. The tray features 10 charging slots featuring laser-cut numbers which are back lit with LEDs. The security lid locks into place with a user-programmable security lock, to help keep your iPads safe. The tray itself can be locked using a lockdown kit, or a Kensington Security Slot to secure the tray to a solid surface.