Storm Vspec IV Smart Corner Fan by Jy Lim and Kaydon Lim |
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| DESIGN NAME: Storm Vspec IV PRIMARY FUNCTION: Smart Corner Fan INSPIRATION: Project Storm represents our belief that ceiling fans can be stylish and practical as a cooling solution. Based in Singapore, we are all too familiar with the country’s tropical hot and humid climate. Cooling solutions such as fans or air-conditioning systems are important considerations for households, with the latter being much more expensive, energy intensive, and non environmentally friendly. Although traditional fan solutions may be energy efficient and powerful, they do have a key drawback: their coverage area. Ceiling fans can provide wide coverage, but the coverage area is fixed. On the other hand, standing or desk fans take up valuable space and are usually encased in shielding that rarely contributes to aesthetics. With Singapore’s National Environment Agency’s push for households to purchase more energy efficient appliances through the Climate Friendly Households Programme (CFHP), we knew fans had a place in Singaporean homes and we could make it better. Storm is the culmination of our 20 years of design and manufacturing experience, combining functionality and design in a complete package. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Storm Smart Corner Fan is a cooling solution for compact spaces and smart homes, designed for Singapore’s heat. It provides powerful cooling, saves energy, and reduces reliance on air conditioning. Storm's dual axis control maximises coverage. With elegantly crafted curves, Storm blends visual sophistication and mechanical innovation, setting a new standard in contemporary and functional fan design. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: Storm is a smart corner fan perfect for compact spaces and smart homes. It has a dedicated remote and can be fully controlled using a smartphone or voice through compatible smart home suites: Amazon Alexa, Google Home and Samsung SmartThings. Storms can rotate in either the horizontal or vertical direction or both simultaneously. It also allows a user to direct airflow to a particular area in their space or to have the fan continuously cover a wide area. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: Storm was first conceptualised in December 2021 in Singapore. The ideation, research, and design phase lasted 8 months, with the team focusing on key features and trends in design and market demand. Product Development started in August 2022, and this included material selection and component integration. This process lasted 14 months. Our first prototype was ready for testing in October 2023, and the first production-ready batch was achieved in November 2024. |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: At the core of Storm’s flexibility is its dual axis technology and control system, allowing for 360 deg horizontal and 60 deg vertical range of motion. We also built smart home features into the driver, reducing additional chip production. We use ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) for the blade and exterior casings; its strength to weight ratio is ideal for a ceiling mounted fan. The casing has a snap on design, reducing screws and materials required. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Overall dimensions, - Width: 405mm - Depth: 405mm - Height: 500mm Fan Blade Dimension, - Diameter: 405mm Packaging Dimension, - Width: 450mm - Depth: 550mm - Height: 270mm Width and depth are based on the diameter of the fan blade. Height measured from the ceiling to the lowest point of the fan blade. Specifications, - Power: 2W - 12W - Input: 110-240V - Magnet: Permanent - Ball Bearings: Ceramic - Converter: Brushless - Rotation Gearbox: 1-speed (1:4.8 gearing) - Fan Gearbox: 7-speed (1:1.22:1.44:1.66:1. TAGS: Corner Fan, Ceiling Fan, Smart Fan, Smart Corner Fan, Fan, Singapore, Singapore Corner Fan, Storm Corner Fan RESEARCH ABSTRACT: Type of Research: Qualitative research Research Objectives: - Identify desired functions, pain points of fans, and space-related concerns to guide the design process. - Identify key product features that are desirable (sales data-based) Methodology: Surveys and focus group sessions with consumers and retailers. Data Collection and Research Tools Used: Individuals: Online surveys Retailers: In-person focus group sessions Participants or Experiments: Individuals: 57 Participants. Ages 25-44, Singapore Residents Retailers: 6 Retailers, Singapore-based Results, Insights, and Impacts: Smaller apartment sizes in Singapore make big ceiling fans less practical, while standing fans occupy valuable floor space. Clients seek versatile ventilation solutions to reduce air conditioning reliance, especially in limited spaces. Retailers prefer a modern and neutral design that works for various interior styles. Effect of the Research on Real-Life Phenomena: This research suggests that consumers are environmentally and energy (cost) conscious. Space and versatility of cooling are important to homeowners. Fan design is also a significant consideration, as it needs to match the interior design style. CHALLENGE: During the product development phase, we encountered significant difficulties in creating a mechanical assembly that could achieve the dual-axis movement needed while being robust, compact, and producable at scale. We also faced problems with smart home app integration due to our integrated chip approach. Nonetheless, we were committed to delivering a quality product that consumers deserve. The product development took longer, but we ultimately overcame these technical challenges. ADDED DATE: 2025-01-26 22:12:15 TEAM MEMBERS (3) : Chief Designer: LIM Jun Yang (JY), Technical Engineer: LIM Jun Long (Kaydon) and Creative Director: LIM Buan Thiu (Jimmy) IMAGE CREDITS: All Rights belong to Point One Technology Pte. Ltd. The website pointonetechnology.com is being rebuilt, links may not work as intended. PATENTS/COPYRIGHTS: Patenting Pending |
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| NAME: Point One Technology Pte. Ltd. PROFILE: Point One Technology Pte Ltd, the parent company of Lux AG Pte Ltd, specializes in manufacturing ceiling fans, corner fans, LED lighting, luminaires, and fittings. While Point One Technology focuses on production, Lux AG handles distribution, including both B2B and B2C dealings. Founded in 1988 as Point One Marketing under the leadership of Mr. Jimmy Lim, the company established itself in lighting manufacturing and wholesale distribution. In 2018, Jimmy Lim passed the role of General Manager to his eldest son, Kaydon Lim, who propelled the Point One brand to new heights, especially with the success of the ceiling fan division, PO ECO FAN, which gained widespread recognition in the Singapore market. In 2021, the founder's younger son, Lim Jun Yang, joined the company after completing his studies in Indiana, taking charge of marketing and design. Under his leadership, Point One Technology gained the support of thousands of Singaporeans, and PO ECO FAN became Singapore's highest-rated ceiling fan to date. Together, the Lim brothers continue to innovate and expand the brand's offerings, introducing revolutionary products like the corner fan, setting new benchmarks for design, functionality, and customer satisfaction in Singapore and beyond. |
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Storm Vspec Iv Smart Corner Fan by Jy Lim and Kaydon Lim is Winner in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Products Design Category, 2024 - 2025.· Read the interview with designer Jy Lim and Kaydon Lim for design Storm Vspec IV here.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Jy Lim and Kaydon Lim. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Jy Lim and Kaydon Lim. |
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