Client: Vargo Outdoors
Industry: Backpacking, camping
Assistance Provided: New Product Development
Web Address: http://www.vargooutdoors.com/
Objective: Development of a titanium hexagon backpacking wood stove which folds to a slim compact size, requiring little space in a pack
Working with client and SBDC team, I oversaw creation of SolidWorks models with dimensioned drawings for manufacture, suggested design improvements, and recommended manufacturing processes. With these plans and drawings in hand, the VargoOutdoors development team advanced rapidly from prototype to final product.
“The SBDC has been extremely beneficial in assisting with the technical refinement of several of our backpacking related products. Their assistance has allowed Vargo Outdoors to bring to market a superior product in comparison to the original prototypes.” - BrianVargo, Owner, Vargo Outdoors
Objective: Development of a titanium hexagon backpacking wood stove which folds to a slim compact size, requiring little space in a pack
Working with client and SBDC team, I oversaw creation of SolidWorks models with dimensioned drawings for manufacture, suggested design improvements, and recommended manufacturing processes. With these plans and drawings in hand, the VargoOutdoors development team advanced rapidly from prototype to final product.
“The SBDC has been extremely beneficial in assisting with the technical refinement of several of our backpacking related products. Their assistance has allowed Vargo Outdoors to bring to market a superior product in comparison to the original prototypes.” - BrianVargo, Owner, Vargo Outdoors
Review of existing backpack stove designs on the market
Preliminary prototype creation of hexagon wood stove for testing and design refinement
SolidWorks models of hexagon wood stove, assembled (left), folded for storage (right)
The individual titanium panels are completely hinged and snap easily into place for quick set-up. Durable titanium construction is able to endure long term heat without damage. The conical shape focuses heat upward, directing it to your pot, for quick efficient cooking. A hinged access door can be opened or closed for air control, as well as re-fueling.
Final titanium hexagon backpacking wood stove available for purchase through Vargo Outdoors
Vargo Outdoor titanium backpacking wood stove being use to heat a cup of hot chocolate
