Pillar Product Design / 2016
NuSleep sleep apnea device drawn in CAD by Pillar Design
November 29, 2016 In blog

NuSleep Solutions

Pillar is proud to announce a new product in the medical field, the NuSleep sleep apnea device. Sleep apnea is a serious inhibition sleep disorder, and our client was looking to apply his extensive dental expertise and solutions into a viable product. Pillar brought the doctor’s idea into a highly detailed level of CAD, which allowed the product to become reality. The resultant medical device was an appliance that utilized fascinating materials as well as original mechanical solutions to reduce stress of the jaw that is highly superior to plastic retainers. Pillar assisted with the product development and engineering of

Innovative Sugar Works Armature Designed, Prototyped, Developed by Pillar Design in Seattle
November 29, 2016 In blog

Innovative Sugar Works Armatures Product Development

Pillar worked with longtime client Innovative Sugar Works to bring another must-have product to the high end baking community. These food-safe, reusable, modular armatures allow cake makers around the world to make 3 dimensional, gravity defying cakes! Pillar helped ISW bring their vision to reality – from the product itself, all the way to the packaging. The Armatures is for the weekend hobbyist to professional competitive cake decorator. The modular design of the ISW Armature components allows for 1000’s of different cake designs and ideas to become a reality.

Lich Vahmi's acQuaMD Product Designed by Pillar
July 18, 2016 In blog

acQuaMD

Pillar worked with Ilich Vahimi to develop the acQuaMD –the first product to safely remove trapped water from your ears. Pillar designed and engineered interchangeable silicone tips (similar to a doctor’s ear scope) to vibrate at both low and high frequencies. Our design is comfortable, effective, and has been clinically tested for ages 2-65+. It was great working with you, Ilich! Good luck!

Bellgrove Medical's Sharps Container Sketched, Designed, Prototyped, Engineered by Pillar Design
July 18, 2016 In blog

Medical Design

Bellegrove Medical is leading innovation in the medical design industry with their latest sharps container. Pillar has helped them develop their concept from initial sketching through to manufacturing, ensuring that the container design has been engineered to pass all medical regulations. It’s awesome to see another product on the market. Congrats!

Cake Porter Bag Product
July 5, 2016 In blog

Cake Porter Bag

After mixing, baking, and decorating your perfect cake creation, the last thing you want is a mishap while transporting it to the party. The Cake Porter & Insulated Cover is a convenient, inexpensive way to transport your cake safely and with confidence. Pillar has designed the cake porter with a simple construction that is structurally protective and can easily be flattened for storage. The additional soft-sided insulated cover provides protection from light, heat, and humidity. It was fun working with Innovative Sugarworks to bring yet another concept to market. Congrats Meghan, Kaysie, and

Rescue Equipment Pack Designed by Pillar Design
June 27, 2016 In blog

Brock Rescue Pack

Pillar designed and engineered the Brock Rescue Pack, an adjustable regulator and backpack combo. The unique design enhances and expedites both fire fighters and search and rescue efforts by allowing users to carry a mobile air source for utilizing pneumatic tools. The Pillar team engineered this hybrid backpack construction which consists of an exo-rigid substructure with a stylish and user friendly ergonomic modern pack design. Be sure to check out Brock Rescue Equipment LLC to learn more about their urban rescue gear.

Stryka's Binocular and Rile Scope Designed and Developed by Pillar Design
June 21, 2016 In blog

Safe Climb

Pillar is proud to present the Safe Climb, a rebar safety climbing device. Our design focuses on durability, ease of use, and above all user safety and reliability. As a team, we outlined a detailed storyboard to define the challenges of this climbing device, some of which included loading scenarios, shear forces, FEA analysis, wear of parts, and user assembly. The entire product was developed methodically, meeting safety requirements, optimizing the design for part and cost reduction, while maintaining the client’s design goals. Stay tuned for more action sport gear from Pillar!

June 14, 2016 In blog

Styrka’s New Product Line

Pillar has been working closely with Stykra to develop a new line of binocular and rifle scopes in both budget and premium categories. Over the past year, we have brought initial sketches through the design process to production-ready CAD. In a product review on Facebook, a customer  wrote “Amazing optics!!!… Nice to see a company take such pride in their product. I sell these in the shop I work at and have NEVER heard a complaint!”. It’s very exciting to see the new line of optics being used in the field and receiving

June 8, 2016 In blog

Pillar & LSI Win Design Award

The Bartlett Tendon Knee (BTK) won Notable Honor for Core77 Best Consumer Product of 2016! This entry level prosthetic knee for above the knee (AK) amputees has a focus on outdoor activity and action sports. Pillar was proud to partner with LeftSide Industries getting amputees around the world back on the slopes, trails, and in the water. Visit this page to vote for us and show your support!

Recon Tripod Head
May 13, 2016 In blog

Recon being distributed by Enjoy Your Camera in Germany

We have been working closely with the team at “Enjoy Your Camera” on promoting and Selling the Recon to European markets. It is exciting to see the success of this product. Soon we will be selling this product online once we get all the KickStarer campaign work completed. http://www.enjoyyourcamera.com/Stativkoepfe/Kugelkoepfe/Recon-Tripod-Head-Niedrigprofil-Stativkopf-mit-der-Funktionalitaet-eines-Kugelneigers-kombinierbar-mit-Peak-Design-und-Blackrapid-Gurten::11154.html?refID=factfinder

Recon Tripod Head For Camera
February 23, 2016 In blog

Recon

Pillar is proud to announce another success on Kickstarter!  This time we have developed our own product, the Recon, a user friendly and compact tripod head system. The lightweight and functional design enhances performance through precision adjustments, allowing users to compose the perfect shot. To learn more about this revolutionary tripod head, visit our Kickstarter campaign here.

Innovative Chirpy Top Designed by Pillar in Seattle
February 23, 2016 In blog

Chirpy Top

Pillar is excited to announce Gurgle Pots newest product, Chirpy Top, a wine pourer with a whimsy personality. Bringing smiles to the table, this drip-free spout produces a delightful “chirping” sound as it serves your favorite wine. To see our design in action visit their website.