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Ruler-Integrated Fidget Pens

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The HMM Slide is Perfect for Those Who Fidget

— January 14, 2019 — Art & Design
The HMM Slide features a magnetic sliding mechanism that glides smoothly and steadily, offering a ruler and a writing device in one.

Users can simply snap the device to reveal the ballpoint pen. The magnets installed inside recreate the feeling of damping, providing a fluid, and snappy feel that is surprisingly addictive. The Slide can be broken into two parts, allowing the pen and ruler to be used independently as the writing device can be slid to and detached from the integrated ruler.

The HMM Slide includes a Schmidt P900 M cartridge with tungsten carbide ball, providing unrivaled writing stability. Made from finely crafted aluminum alloy, each part of the pen component is machine milled to achieve the absolute precision. The HMM Slide will take on all one's writing and measuring needs with grace.
Trend Themes
1. Magnetic Sliding Mechanism - The integration of a magnetic sliding mechanism in fidget pens offers a new way to combine multiple functions in one device.
2. Dual-functionality Products - The rise of ruler-integrated fidget pens highlights the demand for products that serve multiple purposes, catering to the needs of convenience-seeking consumers.
3. Fluid and Addictive User Experience - The incorporation of damping magnets in fidget pens provides a smooth and addictive writing experience, presenting opportunities for innovation in sensory satisfaction.
Industry Implications
1. Stationery - The stationary industry can explore the integration of magnetic sliding mechanisms in various writing instruments to enhance functionality and user experience.
2. Promotional Products - Promotional product companies can consider offering ruler-integrated fidget pens as unique and practical giveaways that cater to the needs of both writing and measuring.
3. Toy and Gaming - The toy and gaming industry can embrace the trend of fluid and addictive user experiences by incorporating damping magnets in toys, creating engaging and satisfying interactions.
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