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Protective Anti-Burn Irons

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The 'Protector Iron' Prevents Burns from Ever Occurring

— November 20, 2017 — Tech
One of the common problems with traditional irons is how easily you can burn yourself on them when using them, so the 'Protector Iron' has been created to offer a distinctly safer alternative.

Conceptually designed by Myungji Kim, the iron puts the heated element behind a protective barrier that will the user's hand from ever coming into contact with it. This makes it ideal for the elderly, the blind or anyone who has ever burned themselves with a traditional iron and is looking for a safer option.

The 'Protector Iron' boasts a streamlined design and acknowledges the need for appliances and accessories that are designed with different demographics in mind. As those with specialized needs and requirements become more prominent in our culture, we'll likely continue to see more positive product development come about.
Trend Themes
1. Protective Appliances - The trend of designing household appliances with safety in mind, particularly for specialized demographics, presents opportunities for disruptive innovation.
2. Ergonomic Designs - The trend of developing products with user comfort in mind provides opportunities for creating better and safer user experiences.
3. Inclusive Design - The trend of designing products that are inclusive ensures that everyone can use it safely, regardless of physical ability or age.
Industry Implications
1. Home Appliances - There is an opportunity for home appliance manufacturers to develop innovative safety features that cater to different demographics.
2. Assistive Technology - Developing assistive technology solutions that are both safe and user-friendly for people with disabilities is a disruptive innovation opportunity.
3. Consumer Goods - Creating consumer goods with safety and ergonomics in mind presents opportunities for companies to differentiate their products in the market and meet the needs of different consumers.
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