Created by industrial design graduate Gwen Gage, VeloMed is a new plastic mesh that helps connect medication boxes together for easier delivery to remote sub-Saharan communities. Designed to fit over boxes of malaria medication, this material helps secure the units together so multiple boxes can be carried at the same time. Coming in the form of a roll of plastic strip, VeloMed was meant to give volunteers the ability to carry more without having to buy potentially new and expensive products.
The plastic strip is constructed from a low-density polyethylene and is cut to create distinct openings. The use of this material allows the VeloMed to have the right amount of tensile strength while being quite pliable. Gage is currently looking for a more biodegradable replacement for the polyethylene.
Pliable Plastic Meshes
VeloMed is a New Plastic Mesh That Helps Transport Medication in Africa
Trend Themes
1. Plastic Mesh Transportation - The use of pliable plastic meshes for transporting medication presents disruptive opportunities for efficient and cost-effective delivery in remote areas.
2. Connectivity Solutions for Medication Boxes - Developing innovative plastic meshes that securely connect medication boxes together opens up possibilities for streamlined logistics and distribution.
3. Sustainable Alternatives to Polyethylene - Exploring biodegradable materials for creating plastic strips offers disruptive innovation potential for reducing environmental impact.
Industry Implications
1. Medical Supply and Logistics - The use of pliable plastic meshes in medication transportation can revolutionize the medical supply and logistics industry by improving accessibility and reducing costs.
2. Packaging and Materials - Developing innovative connectivity solutions for medication boxes presents disruptive opportunities within the packaging and materials industry, enabling more efficient and secure transportation methods.
3. Sustainability and Environmental Solutions - Exploring sustainable alternatives to polyethylene in the creation of plastic strips aligns with the growing demand for eco-friendly practices in the sustainability and environmental solutions industry.