The COVID-19 pandemic has made businesses and consumers alike acutely aware of how easily pathogens can spread on common surfaces, which is seeing designers come up with solutions like the 'Shoe Pull.'
Created by Philip Watts Design, the device works by being mounted on the lower section of a door and will go to work providing users a way to open it without having to make contact with the handle using their hands. This will dramatically reduce the instance of unnecessary contact and could help to prevent the spread of pathogens in public spaces.
The 'Shoe Pull' is crafted from 4mm stainless steel that has been finished with a brushed satin polish to keep it looking like new for extended periods.
Anti-Contact Door Openers
The 'Shoe Pull' by Philip Watts Design Prevents Hand Contact
Trend Themes
1. Contactless Door Openers - The 'Shoe Pull' demonstrates the growing trend of contactless solutions for reducing the spread of pathogens on common surfaces.
2. Hygienic Design Solutions - Designers are focusing on developing innovative ways, such as the 'Shoe Pull,' to create hygienic designs that minimize the risk of contact with germs and pathogens.
3. Public Health and Safety Measures - Businesses and individuals are increasingly adopting safety measures like the 'Shoe Pull' to prioritize public health and safety in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Industry Implications
1. Product Design - The rising demand for contactless solutions presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for product designers to create new door-opening mechanisms that minimize physical contact.
2. Facility Management - Incorporating contactless door openers like the 'Shoe Pull' can revolutionize facility management by reducing the risk of pathogen transmission and enhancing overall cleanliness and safety.
3. Healthcare - Adopting contactless door openers as a standard practice in healthcare facilities can significantly contribute to infection control and prevent the spread of diseases among patients and healthcare professionals.