Sky Soft Plus Yal Comfort Hd Embalaje para Lentes de Contacto by Schalcon Spa

Sky Soft Plus Yal Comfort Hd Embalaje para Lentes de Contacto by Schalcon Spa is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award de Plata in Diseño de Producto Sostenible Competition Category.

PlataProducto Sostenible· 2024

Sky Soft Plus Yal Comfort Hd Embalaje para Lentes de Contacto

by Schalcon Spa

Client: Schalcon

A' Design Award de Plata Winner in Producto Sostenible Category

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The Design

About Sky Soft Plus Yal Comfort Hd Embalaje para Lentes de Contacto

Schalcon ha rediseñado completamente las lentes de contacto mensuales Sky Soft Plus en su versión de caja individual, introduciendo el Soft Flat Pack con un nuevo embalaje que ofrece ventajas ambientales: El grosor del envase se ha reducido en un 90% en comparación con la versión anterior; El material utilizado para el embalaje se ha reducido en más del 80% en comparación con la versión anterior; El plástico se ha eliminado por completo del embalaje exterior; El blíster de las lentes de contacto se produce utilizando material reciclado proveniente de residuos de producción; La impresión gráfica se realiza exclusivamente con tintas libres de contaminantes de metales pesados.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award de Plata

Sky Soft Plus Yal Comfort Hd Embalaje para Lentes de Contacto ha ganado el A' Design Award de Plata, un reconocimiento extraordinariamente prestigioso concedido a diseños de gama alta, magníficos e impresionantes. Los ganadores de Plata son obras tremendamente brillantes y sumamente creativas que ilustran la destacada experiencia, el talento y la agudeza de sus diseñadores. Se espera que Sky Soft Plus Yal Comfort Hd Embalaje para Lentes de Contacto sea una obra maravillosa y emblemática, notablemente profesional y profundamente innovadora. Este diseño ganador del A' Design Award de Plata es una invención muy notable y admirada que beneficia y hace avanzar las fronteras del arte, la ciencia, el diseño y la tecnología. Sky Soft Plus Yal Comfort Hd Embalaje para Lentes de Contacto es una creación enormemente envidiada que evoca deseos, aporta sentimientos positivos y despierta asombro y admiración.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Schalcon revolutionises the contact lens industry with the environmentally friendly pack design of Sky Soft plus. Soft Flat Pack sets a new standard for sustainability, reducing packaging thickness by 90% and material use by 80%. A key step in reducing environmental impact by eliminating plastic from the outer packaging and incorporating recycled material from production waste. Schalcon proves that design can be contemporary and sustainable, for a better future.
Dimensions & Packaging: 62 x 6,5 x 105 mm
Tags: ContactLens, PackDesign, Sustainable, Lens, SkySoftPlus, Schalcon,
Production Technology: The thickness of the packaging was reduced by 90% compared to before;
The material used for packaging was reduced by more than 80% compared to before;
Plastic has been totally eliminated from the outer packaging;
The contact lens blister is produced using recycled material from production waste;
graphics are printed using only inks free of polluting heavy metals.
Design Challenge: The project addresses several challenges to improve the sustainability and accessibility of Sky Soft Plus monthly contact lenses. Reducing packaging thickness by 90% and material usage by 80% presents engineering and design challenges. The elimination of plastic from the outer packaging and the incorporation of recycled material in the lens blister require careful material selection and manufacturing adjustments. Ensuring the use of eco-friendly inks for graphic printing adds complexity to the production process. Overcoming these challenges is crucial to realizing the project's goals and advancing towards a more sustainable and consumer-friendly product.
Research: Schalcon S.p.A.'s project aims to make the monthly Sky Soft Plus contact lenses more sustainable and accessible. The packaging thickness has been reduced by 90%, and material usage decreased by 80%. Eliminating plastic from the outer packaging and incorporating recycled material in the lens blister underscores the commitment to sustainability. Graphic printing, done with eco-friendly inks, highlights the environmental dedication. This transformation not only enhances the product but also makes eco-conscious choices more appealing to consumers, marking a significant step towards a sustainable and mindful future.
Inspiration: Environmental sustainability is one of the most interesting topics these days, and sustainable is one of the adjectives most frequently used in the media. One hears daily about sustainable economy, sustainable development, sustainable energy, sustainable society, sustainable companies. Sustainable is everything that is compatible with the need to safeguard environmental resources and quality of life.
Project Duration: The project started in September 2023 and finished in November 2023 in Rome, and was exhibited in Mido Fair in Milan in February 2024.
Operation Flow: This innovative contact lens package is designed for user-friendly simplicity. Easy to open, it reduces waste and environmental impact. The lenses are housed in a recycled blister, promoting sustainability. The eco-friendly graphic printing is clear and engaging. The transformation of the packaging has made an environmentally conscious product more accessible, enhancing the overall user experience.