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20 winners of the 7th MATERIALICA Design + Technology Award 2009
On October 13, 2009, the MATERIALICA Design + Technology Award was been granted for the seventh time on the occasion of the trade fair MATERIALICA.
The independent 7-member jury has determined 20 award winners from about 100 international submissions in a non-public session. In addition, the jury granted a Best-of award in each category.
The MATERIALICA Design + Technology Award is granted to concepts characterized by a great deal of creativity in terms of innovation, design or engineering achievements in the categories of Material, Surface/Technology, Product, CO2 Efficiency, and Student. This year, 6 products from the material category, 5 from the surface category, 7 from the product category, 1 from the student category and 1 from the CO2 category were granted awards.
The renowned award is granted by MATERIALICA, the specialist trade fair that has become a synonym for material and supplier-driven product innovations for material applications, surfaces and product engineering for the automotive, aerospace, engineering, medical technology, sports and consumer goods industries for twelve years.
Material developers and manufacturers, designers, product manufacturers, engineers and construction engineers from the fields of material applications, surface technology and manufacturing as well as processing technology were invited to participate in this international award. The annual award, which has been held since 2003, seeks to outline the importance of materials for industrial design-oriented applications, to encourage a dialog between designers and manufacturers, and to promote new ways of combining cutting-edge materials, design, technical precision and excellent design for industrial and consumer goods.
The award ceremony and announcement of the winners of the Best-of awards took place on October 13, 2009 on the occasion of the MATERIALICA Trade Fair.
THE BEST-OF WINNERS 2009:
Catergory Material: Daimler AG in cooperation with BASF SE, BioPro Baden-Württemberg, Robert Bosch GmbH, fischerwerke GmbH & Co. KG, Institut für Bioverfahrenstechnik, Technische Universität Braunschweig, Mann + Hummel GmbH, for: Biopolyamide air filter housing for use in automotive engineering
Category Surface + Technology: Evonik Industries, Krauss Maffei Technologies GmbH and cooperation partners for: CoverForm®
Category Product: POC Sweden AB, for: Back protector Spine VPD
CO2 Effciency award: Swissmetal Design Solutions AG, for: Atmova
Best-of Student: Tillmann Beuscher, Hochschule Darmstadt, Fachbereich Gestaltung, for: Interim prosthesis of the lower extremity
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WINNERS CATEGORY MATERIAL
Air filter housing for use in automotive engineering
Material: Biopolyamide
Development: Daimler AG, Ulm, D
BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, D
Robert Bosch GmbH, Stuttgart, D
fischerwerke GmbH & Co. KG, Waldachtal, D
Institut für Bioverfahrenstechnik, Technische Universität Braunschweig, Braunschweig, D
Mann + Hummel GmbH, Ludwigsburg, D
Contact: www.daimler.com, www.basf.com, www.bosch.de , www.fischerwerke.de
www.ibvt.de, www.mann-hummel.com
The Daimler Research Department developed an air filter housing that is made of PA6.10 and PA5.10 biopolyamides for the engine bay in close cooperation with associated companies. The new invention is a combination of lightweight design and materials that are more independent of crude oil and that are based on renewable primary products. The use of these products, however, does not compete with the production of foodstuff and marks a new step towards the development of an ecologically safe and sustainable automobile.
Benu PET
Material: recycled PET bottles
Manufacturer: Christian Fischbacher Co. AG, St. Gallen, CH
Contact: www.fischbacher.com
The entire Benu collection comprises PET bottles. Yarn is recovered from empty PET bottles in a special method and then woven into high-quality interior design materials. They are highly suitable for upholstery. The manufacturing process is as environmentally friendly as the material itself: Low energy consumption and economical use of water according to the Low VOC Emissions Standard.
Prepregs based on benzoxazine
Material: Araldit® Benzoxazinen
Manufacturer: Huntsman Advanced Materials GmbH, Basel, CH, Gurit GmbH, Kassel, D
Contact: www.huntsman.com/advanced_materials, www.gurit.com
The product line Araldit® Benzoxazines is particularly suitable for the manufacturing of prepregs. Due to the enhanced quality of the component surface and less time for surface processing (the hardening process takes 45 minutes at a temperature of 140°C and 15 minutes at 160°C) during which no volatile components are released, these products are particularly suitable for the interiors of transportation vehicles, such as in aircraft and traction vehicle construction.
The company Gurit has already developed 1,000 prepregs for aircraft interiors with PB that are based on Araldit® benzoxazine technology.
Biograde® C 7500 CL
Material: Bioplastics Biograde® C 7500 CL
Manucaturer: FKuR Kunststoff GmbH, Willich, D
Contact: www.fkur.com
Biograde® C 7500 CL is a thin bioplastics material that is made of cellulose, which is suitable for injection molding. Its excellent mechanical properties enable a CO2 efficient production of durable goods that fully incorporates the aspect of design.
Graphite-modified plasterboard Climafit®
Material: Graphite-plaster composite material
Development/Production: SGL Technologies GmbH, Meitingen, D,
Saint-Gobain Rigips GmbH, Bodenwerder, D
Steinbeis-Transferzentrum Kunststofftechnik/Verbundwerkstofftechnik, Naila, D
Conatct: www.sglgroup.com, www.rigips.de, www.stw.de/su/832
Climafit is an innovative composite material composed of natural graphite and plaster. The composite material possesses high heat conductivity that reduces material and energy costs, e.g. in the case of surface cooling and heating systems. Moreover, Climafit also absorbs and reflects electromagnetic radiation.
Lauramid® Hybrid
Material: Cast polyamide composite
Manufacturer: A. Handtmann Elteka GmbH & Co.KG, Biberach, D
Contact: www.handtmann.de
The composite material Lauramid® Hybrid comprises a metal foam that is completely, or partly, recast from PA12 G without exerting any pressure. This results in a compound that requires no additional joining elements, such as adhesives, resins, mechanical compounds, etc. Lauramid® Hybrid, in contrast to pure Lauramid® components, is extremely rigid and inherently stable despite its weight, which is reduced by one-third.
WINNERS CATEGORY SURFACE + TECHNOLOGY
CoverForm®
Surface: Protective layer for PMMA formed parts
Development/Production: Evonik Industries, Darmstadt, D
Krauss Maffei Technologies GmbH und Kooperationspartner, München, D
Contact: www.plexiglas.de, www.krauss-maffei.de
The surface technology CoverForm® allows for the application of a thin, functional protective coating directly on PMMA formed parts during the injection molding process. Later on, the coating is no longer necessary. The components are specially manufactured for increased scratch resistance and excellent resistance to chemicals.
Chef Ecologic 100%
Material: Aluminium
Development/Production: Beka, Oostrozebeke, B; Allinox NV, Oostrozebeke, B
Contact: www.beka-cookware.com
Chef Ecologic 100% is equipped with an environmentally friendly Bekadur Ceramica non-stick coating. The coating is manufactured based on water and contains no harmful PFOA or PTFE substances. The pan’s aluminum body is coated and is particularly hard, in which it can be heated up to 400°C.
FiDU Technology
Material: Metal
Development/Production: ETHZ : CAAD : FiDU Institut, Zürich, CH
Contact: www.blech.arch.ethz.ch
For the processing method for sheet metal, FiDU makes consistent use of the potential of the material and liberties of laser welding and cutting in the field of forming. The deformation of the material results in a diversity of shapes that so far are not connected with sheet metal.
Magic HI-MACS
Material: Acrylic resin and mineral fillers
Manufacturer: LG Hausys Ltd., Seoul, Korea
Contact: www.lghausys.com
HI-MACS is a non-porous, thermically deformable and extraordinarily durable material that is made of acrylic resin and mineral fillers. A special method that is based on magnets enables the fine and free formation of shapes of geometrical and modern patterns, such as the presentation of company logos. The surface may be used in kitchens, bathrooms, and as wall decoration, for example.
Light emitting flexible foil
Material: Composite foil
Development/Production: Huntsman Advanced Materials GmbH, Basel, CH
TNO/Holst Centre, Eindhoven, NL; Philips Research, Eindhoven, NL
Contact: www.huntsman.com/advanced_materials, www.holstcentre.nl
www.research.philips.com
This flexible, light-emitting foil is based on an OLED with a thickness of only 0.4 mm and is equipped with a high-quality protective layer that enables the integration of the foil into a carbon composite material. This protects the foil against moisture. The combination of OLED foils coated by Huntsman and fibre-reinforced materials enables new possibilities for applications in the most diverse areas, such as sports and leisure, automotive, safety technology, and lifestyle.
WINNERS CATEGORY PRODUCT
Back protector Spine VPD
Material: Elastic Poymer Dough (VPD)
Manufacturer: POC Sweden AB, Saltsjöbaden, S
Design: POC Sweden AB, Saltsjöbaden, S
Contact: www.pocsports.com
The back protector Spine VDP offers optimum spine and back protection without limiting mobility. Back protectors are subject to strict tests. In the tests, Spine VPD received an above standard rating compared to the normal EN 1621-2 standard (18kN) and achieved level 2 (9kN).
WMF Cromargan protect®
Manufacturer: WMF AG, Geislingen, D
Contact: www.wmf.de
Cromargan protect® flatware has undergone thermochemical processing that is patented by WMF. It ensures the protection of flatware against scratching, which is 150 times better than with the regular methods. Even if used frequently, the flatware shows hardly any signs of wear, wherein polished surfaces remain shiny and matt surfaces remain matt.
Hy Blade®
Material: Plastics, metal
Manufacturer: ebm-papst Mulfingen GmbH & Co.KG, Mulfingen, D
Design: ebm-papst Mulfingen GmbH & Co.KG, Mulfingen, D
Contact: www.ebmpapst.com
The axial fan line HyBladeâ was developed for use in air, air conditioning and refrigerating systems. The fan wing consists of a high-tensile corrosion-proof aluminum alloy that is coated with fiber-reinforced high-performance plastics. Winglets reduce the unfavorable airflow between the rotating blade and wall ring, thereby resulting in enhanced efficiency and noise reduction.
Jetzt
Material: High voltage LED, metal
Manufacturer: Ingo Maurer GmbH, München, D
Design: Axel Schmid, München, D
Contact: www.ingo-maurer.com
The table lamp "Jetzt" uses high voltage LED technology to considerably reduce the number of components that are used in the lamp. A transformer, for example, is no longer required. The frame, consisting of rectangular sheet metal strips, functions as a cooling body. To protect against contact with the electrically conducting parts, the entire LED board is cast in a protective material that, at the same time, relieves the strain on the attached cord. "Jetzt" is a miniature lamp: A glowing cuboid that is not even the same size as a matchbox with a cord attached.
Rautitan PX
Material: Polymere
Manufacturer: Rehau AG + Co, Erlangen, D
Contact: www.rehau.de
The novel installation system Rautitan PX that is made of polymer materials enables a corrosion-free, hygienic distribution of drinking water as well as the optimum connection of radiators within constructions. The manufacturing of a connection is simple, safe, and quick.
Technical finesses, such as dowel slots that ensure the uniform application of pressing force, are patent pending.
Flexible tubing manifold
Material: Flexible tubing manifold with Alotec® wear protection
Manufacturer: CeramTec-Etec GmbH, Lohmar, D
Contact: www.etec-ceramics.de
Tubes are often used when transporting bulk cargo. Abrasive bulk cargo often results in considerable wear. The CeramTec-ETEC development combines individual conically shaped pipe segments that are made of the highly wear resistant material ALOTEC®. They are then fixed by means of an exterior polymer tube. Ceramic wear protection is also used for flange couplings. This allows for maximum wear protection and increased durability, even in flexible tubes.
X-Bionic Fire Shield Tracksuit
Material Fireproof Aramid
Development: X-Technology Swiss R&D AG, Wollerau, CH
Design: Prof. Bodo Lampertz, X-Technology Swiss R&D AG, Wollerau, CH
Manufacturer: Trere S.R.L. Hosiery Innovation, Asola, I
Contact: www.x-technology.com, www.treveinnovation.it
The increased safety of the flame inhibiting Fire Shield, in combination with the patented air-conditioning technologies developed by X-BIONIC®, is a move into new dimensions in the field of motor sports clothing and workwear. This technically advanced functional underwear is perfectly suitable for extreme conditions in the field of motorsports as well as work in those areas with a high risk of fire, such as for fire protection. These are areas where controlled body cooling is of the utmost importance. The X-BIONIC® FireShield has undergone strict tests that were carried out by FiA, the Institute for Motor Safety, in which it provides unprecedented safety and temperature control.
WINNER CO2 EFFICIENY AWARD
Atmova
Material: Architectural bronze
Manufacturer: Swissmetal Design Solutions AG, Dornach, CH
Contact: www.atmova.ch
Atmova is an architectonically valuable and durable roof tile that is made of architectural bronze with integrated "invisible" heat recovery function. The material comprises 85% recycled metal and can be melted down to 100%. The manufacturing process, which is known as friction stir welding, is environmentally friendly due to its low energy consumption. The tiles can be integrated "invisibly" into any existing roof. They represent a new regenerative source of energy for historic buildings.
Winner CATEGORY STUDENT
Interim prosthesis of the lower extremity
Material: PP plate material Curv, Tempur foam
University: Hochschule Darmstadt, design department, Prof. Tino Melzer,
Darmstadt, Germany
Student: Tillmann Beuscher, Marborn, D
Contact: www.fbg.h-da.de, www.tillmannbeuscher.com
The interim prosthesis is used as a humanitarian aid for the victims of explosive war remnants. It is easy to use, can be individually adapted or changed in size, and can be manufactured at a favorable price. The prosthesis can be transported flat and ensures immediate first aid as it can be made available directly without further delay.
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