In an industry where margins are slim, every penny matters. The food and beverage sector seeks intuitive designs that deliver a significant impact.
From dual-sided grills to top-performing soft serve freezers, Taylor Company delivers turnkey consistency, reliability, and speed. Their extensive distributor network ensures fast access to equipment and expert local support, including personalized market insights, staff training, and preventive maintenance.
Client
Project Type
Design Challenge
From Oak barrels to Production-Ready Design
i3 unveiled three identical Zamboozy™ units, featuring custom graphics and a unique barrel housing designed to encase the double-barrel freezer. Originally crafted from quarter-sawn oak, the housings debuted at the Nightclub & Bar Show in Las Vegas. Based on the feedback from the show, Taylor asked i3 to advance the design with production-ready sheet metal prototypes.
Approach
Crafting the Zamboozy: A Double-Barrel Freezer with Eye-Catching Design
By harnessing the expertise of our industrial design, mechanical, and prototyping teams, i3 engineered the custom barrel-shaped housing to fit seamlessly over Taylor’s existing double-barrel freezer using a new sheet metal design. Our teams also worked to ensuring the design of each barrel was optimized for manufacturing.
- Lower assembly cost
- Faster assembly rate
- Product differentiation
- Manufacturing-Ready
- Industrial-Grade
Solution
A PRODUCTION READY PRODUCT BUILT AND DESIGNED IN-HOUSE
i3 brought three unique models to life utilizing its in-house engineering and prototyping teams to help streamline communication and cut-down on time and costs. While the three models included slightly different designs, each individual product utilized as many common components as possible to reduce part count and tooling costs.
Conclusion
The Zamboozy™ Project
i3 spearheaded the development of the Zamboozy™ project in collaboration with Taylor’s engineering and marketing teams. Although the product is no longer available, Taylor Company continues to innovate. Visit their website to explore their latest cutting-edge products!
