"The speaker is conceived as a response to the growing volume of electronic waste, much of which results from limited repairability and low recycling rates. Cloudbeat integrates repairability as a primary design principle, structuring its construction to support maintenance, disassembly, and material recovery. The product is designed for non-expert repair, with self-repair instructions provided through packaging and online resources. This approach positions the user as an active participant in the product's lifecycle."
"To facilitate disassembly, the design eliminates adhesives entirely. Components are secured using standard Phillips screws, allowing straightforward access to internal parts. The speaker body and protective mesh are manufactured from polypropylene and heat-bonded to enable recycling without requiring material separation. A removable backplate, produced from recycled EVA shoe soles, provides a watertight seal while remaining easy to detach. This detail enables direct access to internal components and simplifies troubleshooting, reducing the likelihood of disposal due to minor technical issues."
Cloudbeat is a portable Bluetooth speaker designed around circularity and repairability. Repairability is the primary design principle, enabling maintenance, disassembly, and material recovery by non-expert users through self-repair instructions in packaging and online. The design eliminates adhesives and uses standard Phillips screws for straightforward access. The speaker body and protective mesh are polypropylene and heat-bonded for recycling without material separation. A removable backplate made from recycled EVA shoe soles provides a watertight, easily detachable seal for direct component access and simpler troubleshooting. Failed electronics can be returned via On's Cyclon program for replacement, and adhesive-free construction aids end-of-life recycling.
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