The Dave Hakkens 'Windoil' is an oil pressing machine that is powered by wind.
The presser allows the user to create homemade oils from walnuts, hazelnuts and linseeds, or whatever can be found locally. According to Hakkens' website, the designer loves good food which he deems, "food which is made in the right way with good ingredients," yet it is very time and energy-consuming to create homemade food. In order to help shorten this time he created the Windoil.
After gathering an array of nuts and seeds that are placed in the machine, they are then pressed down as the metal fins rotate. The end result smashes the nuts and extracts their oils collecting them in a glass bottle.
Wind-Powered Oil Presses
The Dave Hakkens 'Windoil' Relies on the Natural Environment
Trend Themes
1. Wind-powered Machines - The trend of using renewable energy to power machines is disrupting traditional manufacturing processes and reducing carbon footprint.
2. Homemade Products - The trend of making homemade products is disrupting the food industry by providing healthier and cheaper alternatives to store-bought products.
3. Local Sourcing - The trend of sourcing materials locally is disrupting traditional supply chain processes and promoting sustainability.
Industry Implications
1. Food Processing - The food processing industry can capitalize on using renewable energy and local sourcing to create healthier and sustainable products.
2. Manufacturing - The manufacturing industry can capitalize on using renewable energy to power their machines and reduce their carbon footprint.
3. Agriculture - The agriculture industry can capitalize on using renewable energy and local sourcing to create sustainable and eco-friendly farming practices.