Picnic Table Stillage Design - beastproductdesign.com

Objective: To create a durable and practical stillage capable of holding 15 sets of picnic tables and stools, ensuring safe storage and transport using a strap mechanism for security. Additionally, the design optimized forklift handling for seamless operations.
Inspiration and Concept: The need to improve the efficiency of storing and transporting picnic furniture for events at BRC led to the design of a compact and robust stillage. The concept included incorporating straps for securing the tables and stools and compatibility with existing forklift nail distances for easy handling.
Challenges:
- Ensuring the stillage could handle the weight of 15 sets while remaining portable.
- Designing an effective strap system to secure the furniture.
- Optimizing dimensions to save storage space.
- Incorporating forklift compatibility to streamline operations.

Materials Used:
- Steel or durable structural material suitable for the weight.
Tools and Technologies:
- CAD Software: Utilized for precise technical designs and 3D modelling.
- Strap Mechanism: Designed to hold the tables and stools in place securely.
Design Steps:
1. Collaborated with BRC to determine storage and transport needs.
2. Created initial sketches and dimensions in CAD software.
3. Optimized the stillage to accommodate 15 table sets with secure straps.
4. Incorporated forklift nail distance compatibility to match existing stillages, allowing operators to handle multiple stillages without nail adjustments.
5. Finalized the technical drawings and prepared for manufacturing.

Final Outcome: The stillage was successfully fabricated, meeting all functional requirements. It efficiently stored and transported picnic tables, saved space, and enhanced logistics. Including forklift compatibility was an unexpected feature that greatly improved daily operations.
Feedback: BRC and forklift operators praised the innovative design, particularly considering existing forklift nail distances, which streamlined the process and minimized downtime.

This project demonstrated my ability to anticipate user needs and provide innovative solutions.
The use of CAD software ensured precise design and functionality.
The integration of forklift compatibility showcased attention to detail and commitment to enhancing operational efficiency.
The picnic table stillage highlighted the importance of collaboration and practical considerations in delivering solutions that exceed client expectations.