Ryucan Plastbeholder for Væsker by Peyman Hashemi

Ryucan Plastbeholder for Væsker by Peyman Hashemi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award i Bronse in Emballasjedesign Competition Category.

BronseEmballasje· 2025

Ryucan Plastbeholder for Væsker

by Peyman Hashemi

Client: Queen Pack Design

A' Design Award i Bronse Winner in Emballasje Category

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The Design

About Ryucan Plastbeholder for Væsker

Ryucan er en bærekraftig motoroljebeholder inspirert av samurairustning, som fremhever styrke, robusthet og miljøansvar. Laget av nitti prosent resirkulert høydensitets polyetylen, reduserer den bruken av ny plast samtidig som holdbarheten opprettholdes. Elementanalyse muliggjorde en vektreduksjon på tjue prosent, noe som optimaliserer transport og reduserer utslipp. Den overgår bransjestandarder for falltesting og tåler hundre og trettien kilogram ved femti grader Celsius. Preglet merking erstatter etiketter, noe som forbedrer resirkulerbarheten og eliminerer mikroplastavfall.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award i Bronse

Ryucan Plastbeholder for Væsker er vinner av A' Design Award i Bronse, en høyt prestisjefylt anerkjennelse som tildeles enestående design som utmerker seg ved kreativitet, oppfinnsomhet og skarpsindighet. Bronsevinnere er rikt dyktige og påfallende kreative gjenstander som bekrefter designernes store erfaring, fantasi og ressurssterkhet. Ryucan Plastbeholder for Væsker forventes å være en høyt ansett, beundret og verdsatt gjenstand som er bemerkelsesverdig profesjonell og nyskapende. Dette designet, som har vunnet A' Design Award i Bronse, rommer beste praksis innen kunst, vitenskap, design og teknologi og utmerker seg ved sin omtanke for detaljer. Ryucan Plastbeholder for Væsker tilfredsstiller behov på en strålende måte, berører ønsker, sjarmerer følelser og vekker nysgjerrighet.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Ryucan oil container is inspired by the strength and precision of Samurai armor, designed for both durability and material efficiency. Its angular structure and layered surface enhance recyclability by eliminating the need for adhesive labels. The embossed branding, ergonomic grip, and lightweight build provide superior handling and ease of transport, combining functionality with environmental responsibility.
Dimensions & Packaging: width: 245 millimeters
depth: 98 millimeters
height: 314 millimeters
capacity: 4 liters
material: ninety percent recycled high-density polyethylene
weight: 240 grams, twenty percent lighter than standard containers
drop test performance: successfully passed from two point two meters, exceeding the one point eight meter industry standard
pressure resistance: withstands one hundred thirty-one point four kilograms at fifty degrees celsius
production process: blow molding with finite element analysis optimization
branding: embossed logo for improved recyclability, no adhesive labels
Tags: Sustainable packaging, industrial container, recycled plastic, Finite Element Analysis, lightweight design, Samurai-inspired, embossed branding, blow molding, eco-friendly, high-performance
Production Technology: Ryucan is manufactured using advanced blow molding technology, a process that heats and inflates thermoplastic material into a precise, high-strength form. The container is made from ninety percent recycled high-density polyethylene, reducing the need for virgin plastic. Finite element analysis was applied to optimize the structure, ensuring durability while achieving a twenty percent weight reduction. The embossed branding technique eliminates adhesive labels, enhancing recyclability and sustainability.
Design Challenge: The biggest challenge was balancing sustainability, strength, and efficiency. Reducing weight by twenty percent while maintaining structural integrity required extensive finite element analysis simulations. Ensuring high durability with ninety percent recycled plastic demanded precise molding techniques. Replacing adhesive labels with embossed branding posed challenges but improved recyclability. Overcoming these obstacles resulted in a lighter, stronger, and more sustainable container.
Research: The Ryucan project aimed to balance sustainability, strength, and production efficiency. Reducing weight by twenty percent while maintaining structural integrity required advanced finite element analysis. Achieving high durability with ninety percent recycled plastic demanded precise molding techniques to enhance material resilience. Eliminating adhesive labels and replacing them with embossed branding presented manufacturing challenges but significantly improved recyclability. The result is a lighter, stronger, and eco-friendly industrial container that sets a new standard in sustainable packaging.
Inspiration: The design process initiates at a point beyond merely defining a project and its needs; it starts with a search for inspiration to develop a fresh approach. This inspiration must then be integrated into a functional context. For this project, we derived a unique aesthetic from the layered structure of Samurai armor, an element that symbolizes strength, durability, and protection. Drawing from this concept, we developed a container design that balances resilience with a distinctive visual identity.
Project Duration: The Ryucan project began in January 2023 in Istanbul and concluded in December 2023. The development process involved in-depth research, multiple prototypes, and rigorous performance testing to ensure exceptional durability and sustainability. The final product was manufactured using proprietary techniques and officially debuted at ICIS 2025 London, reinforcing our commitment to eco-friendly industrial packaging innovations.
Operation Flow: Ryucan is designed for effortless handling and precise pouring. Its ergonomic grip provides comfort and control, preventing spills and improving user experience. The lightweight structure enhances maneuverability, while embossed branding ensures durability without peeling. The reinforced body withstands drops and pressure changes, guaranteeing reliability. Its optimized shape allows for easy stacking, reducing storage space and transport costs while improving sustainability.
Patents: Copyrights belong to Peyman Hashemi, 2024.
Team Members: Co-Designer: Kayhan Turan
Image Credits: All Images are taken by Kayhan Turan