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Compartmental Metallic Wallets

The Balanst Billfold is Made of Aluminum for Added Protection

— June 15, 2016 — Art & Design
Offering consumers a much more secure and protected place to keep their valuables is the Balanst metallic wallet comprised of solid aluminum hardshell for a durable place to keep cards, keys, change and bills. Rather than the billfold be made out of fabric, the Balanst opts for a metal finish that is slim, compact and boxy in order to keep items protected all day long.

Often times material wallets break down through wear and tear, leading them to fall apart at the most inconvenient times. The Balanst offers a hardshell design comprised of an aluminum casing and RDIF protection. The case is no bigger than a smartphone and features a lid that seals items inside. The compartment is ideal for stashing loose valuables and other small necessities.
Trend Themes
1. Metallic Wallets - The trend of replacing traditional fabric wallets with metal-based protection is on the rise due to durability and added security measures.
2. RFID Protection - The growing trend of incorporating RFID technology in wallets to protect against electronic theft is creating opportunities for innovation in the materials used to create wallets.
3. Compact and Slim Design - The trend of slim and compact wallets is gaining popularity due to its convenience and ease of use, offering new design opportunities for wallet manufacturers.
Industry Implications
1. Wallet Manufacturing - Wallet manufacturing industry could create more disruptive designs by adopting the idea of using aluminum and RFID technology in wallet production.
2. Consumer Goods - The use of new materials and technologies in wallet production creates opportunities for innovative companies in the consumer goods industry to stand out and meet the demands of security-conscious consumers.
3. Security Industry - The growing trend of RFID protection in wallets presents opportunities for innovation in the security industry to improve electronic theft prevention technology.
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