MILWAUKEE M12 FUEL HAND VACUUM
Cleaning Made Easy.
Delving into the concept of a Milwaukee Tool M12 Fuel Compact Hand Vacuum, this design explores uncharted territory in Milwaukee Tool's Fuel lineup with its compact and efficient cleaning solutions. The project focuses on redefining portability, small clean-up efficiency, & user convenience, pushing the boundaries of what a handheld vacuum can achieve within the M12 Fuel lineup.
The Ask:
"Develop a power tool concept that combines functionality, ergonomic design, & technology to address a specific challenge."
The Answer:
Milwaukee M12 Fuel Compact Hand Vacuum: Ergonomically designed for easy maintenance, offering efficient clean-ups and convenient disposal anywhere.
Skills Developed:
-Design Research + Strategy
-Concept Ideation + Development
-Rapid Prototyping
-VBL Research + Implementation
-Consumer Technology + Hard Goods Design
The Problem
Small Messes are Difficult to Clean.
Many modern vacuum cleaners are bulky, difficult to maneuver, and difficult to store. Corded models only cause further frustration by interrupting the cleaning process with the need to repeatedly plug and unplug them. Additionally, tasks like emptying dustbins or replacing filters can be messy and confusing, complicating quick and thorough cleaning.
Proposal
Design Opportunity.
A compact hand vacuum designed with ergonomics and user convenience in mind, enabling streamlined maintenance and disposal processes to enable quick and efficient clean-ups in any setting.
This concept represents the beginning of a new generation of Milwaukee Tool Compact Hand Vacuums, introducing innovation through the previously unexplored M12 Fuel Compact Hand Vacuum product.
Design Brand Language
Understanding Milwaukee Fuel.
Milwaukee Tool is renowned for its distinctive brand language, from its proud & iconic color scheme to its meticulous attention to detail regarding its finishes and textures, including the textured over-mold grips, recessed & angular surfaces, & intersecting geometry.
Milwaukee wears its pride on its sleeve, showcasing its commitment to quality, innovation, and attention to detail.
Types of Users
Target Demographic.
VBL Application
Initial Form Exploration.
The design of the Hand-Vac began with quick and loose sketch studies to explore the initial overall form of the product.
This process enabled efficient and rapid ideation while maintaining a strong emphasis on Milwaukee Tool’s visual brand language, ensuring that early concepts were both innovative and aligned with the company’s design identity.
Concept Development
Three Dimensional Form Development.
Prototyping with foam enables rapid ideation and the creation of multiple design concepts, emphasizing overall shape and form.
This process helps identify issues early, understand ergonomics, & ultimately streamline the design process from concept to final product.
By placing these designs in the hands of potential users, we can observe how they interact with and evaluate the various models and decide which direction to pursue.
Final Form
Design Refinement.
The initial foam models created during the form development phase serve as a foundation for refining and perfecting the design.
These iterations transition into the design and form finalization phase, where the details are optimized to align with functional, aesthetic, and brand requirements.
By collecting sufficient data and continuously refining the design based on user feedback, the final design naturally takes shape.
