Extrusion Project
In this project the main goal was to walk away with a better understanding of manufacturing/production process; specifically using the extrusion technique. In the end I found myself with a rendering and the cost of production for a theoretically extrusion cut product of my design. The product I designed was a minimalist skateboard rack for a wall display.
Product Statement
I wanted to design a wall mount that could display a skateboard without distraction.
I started my ideation by sketching different forms that could be produced by an extrusion machine. I also began to consider what material should be used. I wanted the material to be clear so that the user could showcase their boards, but it also had to be sturdy enough to hold weight.
As I got further into my sketching and my drawings became more refined, I focused on form. I wanted something as low-profile as possible since the purpose of this product was to draw attention to the skateboard, not the rack. I decided on the design on the bottom right.
My final product concept comes with a wall mount, and is designed to be stackable. I knew that many skaters have multiple boards, so I wanted to make sure that the rack could be easily grouped. However, the option was left open for the user to set up custom formations or just one stand-alone rack.
A key part of this project was estimating the cost of production. I did this by creating a bill of materials. The suggested retail price comes out to about $15.04.
