Converting a roll-on and deodorant spray into one portable packaging was an idea with which a client approached the Product Development Technology Station (PDTS). The aim was to develop a Dual Fragrance Container for the user to only make use of one unit instead of two. It is ideal when traveling, going to the gym and it also makes shopping easier.
The PDTS developed a High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) packaging by integrating the two different parts of cosmetic products into one portable packaging.
With the help of the Centre for Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing at the Central University of Technology, Free State, in Bloemfontein a 3D printed product was developed to incorporate the two parts. Examples of existing roll-on and deodorant spray were used to fit them onto the 3D printed container.
Once the client was satisfied with the look of the product, it was redesigned for injection and blow moulding purposes. This design was used to make tooling for the moulding processes.
The station produced 50 prototypes of the final product, a dual body odour protection-packaging that provides convenience and effectiveness, for the client.