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Sustainable Food Packaging

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Timeline

1 months

Scope

Research, Ideation Concept
and Development

Design Focus

Packaging

01 |  PROJECT OVERVIEW

Designed for Singapore's food delivery system, this project won the Singapore Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge in 2022. The design features a concept for both disposable as well as reusable food container packaging.

02 |  DESIGN CONCEPTS

Disposable Packaging

Material - Bagasse

This concept features a bagasse (sugarcane pulp) molded container with an in-built handle that is lifted from the edge of the container.

In-built Handle

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Soups

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Molded Bagasse Container

Curries

Rice & Noodles

Usage

When in use, the containers are stacked when filled with the in-built handle holding them in place and nested when empty. 

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Nested

Stacked

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Features

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Ribbing - Increasing Tensile Strength

Anti-Spill Seal

Double Walled for Insulation

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RECYCLABLE PACKAGING

Reusable Packaging

Material - Polypropylene and Stainless Steel

This concept reimagines the classic tiffin-style container system, with a top compartment for liquids and stacked containers below for dry items. The modular design allows for multiple configurations based on meal type, offering flexibility and convenience for diverse food habits.

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Soup

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+ Rice

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+ Sides + Accompaniments

Usage and Features

When in use, the containers are stacked when filled with the in-built handle holding them in place and nested when empty. 

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Double Side Threaded Lid

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The double side lid has threading both on the top and bottom which allows for an additional container to be attached.

The topmost lid allows for storage of napkins and sauce sachets.

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Translucent center to view the contents

Container Thread

Double Walled for Insulation

03 | REFLECTIONS

Personal Takeaways

This was an exciting project as it had the potential to transform Singapore's food and delivery landscape—winning industry recognition was the cherry on top.

 

Additionally, visiting plastic injection molding facilities deepened our understanding of manufacturing capabilities, adding a practical dimension to the innovation.

Thank you for reading!

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