8. LIFECYCLE
MATERIALS
Diamonex® ClearShield™
Features:
diamond-like carbon coating
high clarity
increased lifespan over competitive materials
less expensive than sapphire-laminated glass
outdoor use
light absorbing to reduce glare
high UV, water, wear, scratch resistance
Sustainability:
abundant materials
durable
low toxicity
Glass Protection
Indicator Ring
Screen Display
Organic LED (OLED)
Features:
thinner than normal displays
flexible
lighter
Sustainability:
low power consumption
better durability
Power Source
Solar Power Cell
Features:
thin
flexible
compact
Sustainability:
renewable free source of energy
non-polluting
Turn Dial
Fused Metal™
Features:
stainless steel with surface
colours
high UV, water, wear, scratch
resistance
Sustainability:
no volatile organic compounds or
hazardous waste
85% recycled content
100% recyclable
9. LIFECYCLE
MANUFACTURING
Production:
Just-in-time (JIT)
Features:
quality control
low warehouse cost
less labour
Sustainability:
less waste, obsolete, and
damaged stock
Parts:
Standard & Custom
Features of standard:
lowered costs where possible
quicker build
Features of custom:
high precision
customization
ability to utilize higher quality,
more sustainable materials
Formation:
Liquid
Features:
high precision
complexity
fast and easy
popular
possible for glass and metal
Sustainability:
additive method
Joining:
Friction Welding
Features:
uses friction to fuse items
together
leaves the air clear
requires minimal power
Sustainability:
reduces energy and toxic
products
one of the smallest carbon
footprint processes
Finishing:
Multi-Ion Vapour Deposition
Features:
thin surface layer chemically
bonded to a stainless steel
substrate
occurs in vacuum and employs
inert gases
Sustainability:
no volatile organic compounds or
hazardous waste
