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Low-Cost Emergency Beds

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

This Hospital Bed is Low-Cost and Easy to Assemble Without Tools

— March 31, 2020 — Art & Design
TriEnda and Penda came together to create an emergency bed solution to prepare for shortages related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The low-cost Emergency & Disaster Relief Bed boasts a durable design that can be easily assembled on-site without tools. Once assembled, the beds are easy to clean and thanks to their nesting design, they are easy to store when they are not needed for an urgent situation.

In the weeks ahead, Penda will be transforming a large automotive facility near Madison, WI into a place where the Emergency & Disaster Relief Beds can be mass-produced. Ultimately, the collaborators are aiming to produce over 3,000 units per day in the next few weeks.


Image Credit: TriEnda
Trend Themes
1. Emergency Relief Solutions - There is a growing need for low-cost, easy-to-assemble emergency and disaster relief solutions in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
2. Tool-less Assembly - The trend towards tool-less assembly of products is growing as businesses look for ways to decrease assembly time and costs.
3. Sustainable Material Use - As eco-consciousness grows, the use of sustainable materials in product design, such as the Emergency & Disaster Relief Bed's durable design, is becoming more important for consumers and businesses alike.
Industry Implications
1. Medical Supplies and Equipment - The medical industry can benefit from developing low-cost, easy-to-assemble emergency bed solutions for disaster relief situations.
2. Automotive Manufacturing - Automotive manufacturing could explore diversifying products, such as emergency bed solutions, during times of decreased demand for vehicles.
3. Home Furnishings and Decor - The nesting design and tool-less assembly of the Emergency & Disaster Relief Bed could inspire innovations in sustainable and affordable home furnishing designs.
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