Xinyu Ye designs the Sliball tackles the issue of public shopping cart handles and the bacteria that it may carry. Instead of wiping down the handle or spraying it with alcohol, the Sliball device is a single gadget that could clean without direct contact.
It is made to resemble the look of a mushroom and seemingly looks like a futuristic device. It boasts a sleek structure and has a glossy surface of black and white. The hole through the middle is what passes through the shopping cart handles and then sanitizes it using the UV-C light that is attached to the device itself. It is able to be integrated to the processes of claiming a shopping cart at the front of the shop.
Shopping Cart Disinfecting Devices
The Sliball Device is Made to Disinfect Shopping Cart Handles
Trend Themes
1. Contactless Sanitizing Devices - Opportunity for companies to create similar devices for other public touchpoints.
2. UV-C Light Sanitizing Technology - Opportunity for companies to develop and improve upon the technology for more efficient sanitization.
3. Hygiene-focused Consumer Products - Opportunity for companies to cater to the growing demand for products that prioritize hygiene and sanitation.
Industry Implications
1. Retail Industry - Opportunity for implementing similar devices in other areas of stores and supermarkets.
2. Health and Wellness Industry - Opportunity for developing and marketing hygiene-focused products and solutions.
3. Hospitality Industry - Opportunity for implementing similar devices in hotels, restaurants, and other public spaces to prioritize sanitation for guests.