Design Stream - product and packaging innovation consultants

Rinban proposes using an environmentally sustainable glass container, which uses printed electronic technology and recyclable shape memory plastics to assist in easier access of the packaging, without compromising on the security. The printed circuit board powers a low power heating disc which activates the shape memory plastic lid. As the form of the lid changes, it makes it easier for the consumer to twist open. The heating circuit is completed only when the consumer places their fingers at specific points on the jar; these are ordinarily protected with a tamper label to prevent accidental spillage in transit.

The RINBAN packaging system addresses emerging global issues of food and packaging waste as well as inclusive/ universal design to meet the needs of an ageing population.

To discuss more on inclusive and sustainable design, contact Chaz@designstream.co.uk.

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Rinban Packaging System

Designed for People, Engineered for the Planet.

The packaging of tomorrow needs to reflect global concerns to not only meet the demands of a discerning consumer but also to differentiate itself from the competition. Already we can see the popularity of the environmental lobby and how commercial business has tried to latch onto this as a powerful marketing tool. As consumer awareness of excessive packaging grows, packaging formats and the functionality they offer will influence a consumer's purchasing decision as we are beginning to see. Another key emerging issue that will also influence packaging in the future is an aging population. This is a phenomenon that is occurring now and by 2020 an aged population and precious food resources may also become areas where packaging needs to perform in order to meet salient market requirements. With this in mind Design Stream and Robinson Plastic Packaging have conceived the RINBAN packaging system.