Hand Sealer Redesign

Problem statement

The Doboy HS-BII and HS-CII handsealers are high-quality machines that have consistently maintained their high standards for over 30 years. These handsealers truly embody the principles of the people who use them; they’re sturdy, robust, and they get the job done. Over 10,000 units have been sold during their lifespan, and the quality has remained consistent. After thirty years, the machine has outlasted many of its suppliers – but every customer, from small business owners to the US military, still depends on the reliability of the Doboy handsealer. These devices need a redesign that can last for another 15-30 years. While consistency remains essential, outdated analog controls and the heavy design of the HS-BII and HS-CII risk anchoring users in the past. Analog controls lack the ability to be calibrated and precisely set in the manner required by the medical market, and the absence of speed control narrows the functional sealing window. The unbalanced and overly heavy nature of the current models must also be improved, as it leads to additional strain on the user. Our project seeks to examine each component of both devices to bring them to modern potential: by replacing outdated parts and incorporating high-precision monitoring, we will reduce production costs, expand usability, and most importantly, restore customer confidence by aligning reliability with the performance required today.

Team members

Lindsey Hedtke – admin
Leon Yap – accountant
Max Schneider – facilitator
Riley Kane – communicator

Client

Kelly Meer
Syntegon