Ryucan 液體塑膠容器 by Peyman Hashemi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award 銅獎 in 包裝設計 Competition Category.

銅包裝· 2025

Ryucan 液體塑膠容器

by Peyman Hashemi

Client: Queen Pack Design

A' Design Award 銅獎 Winner in 包裝 Category

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The Design

About Ryucan 液體塑膠容器

Ryucan係一款可持續發展嘅引擎機油容器,設計靈感源自武士盔甲,強調力量、韌性同環境責任。採用百分之九十回收高密度聚乙烯製造,喺保持耐用性嘅同時減少原生塑膠使用。透過有限元分析,成功將重量減輕百分之二十,優化運輸並降低排放。產品超越業界跌落測試標準,喺攝氏五十度下可承受一百三十一公斤重量。採用壓印品牌標識取代標籤,提升可回收性並消除微塑膠廢料。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銅獎

Ryucan 液體塑膠容器是 A' Design Award 銅獎得主，這是授予以創造力、獨創性和敏銳見長的傑出設計的極具聲望的認可。銅獎得主是技藝嫻熟、創意驚人的作品，印證了其設計師豐富的經驗、想像力與機智。預計Ryucan 液體塑膠容器將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的物品，兼具顯著的專業性與創新性。這件贏得 A' Design Award 銅獎的設計融入藝術、科學、設計和技術領域的最佳實踐，並因注重細節而出類拔萃。Ryucan 液體塑膠容器出色地滿足需求，觸動渴望，迷住情感，並吸引好奇心。

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