Walk Me

Dog Leash for Hi Jac

The handle is smooth yet rigid; its contours create an ergonomic, snug grip for the human hand but can also comfortably wrap around a human's wrist or arm. As the handle is rigid, it will not contract, so any tension from a dog pulling will not squish the human's hand (which is a design flaw in the conventional loop handle dog leashes). The distinctive handle pattern (splats, splotches and swirls of colour) are individual to each handle as they form uniquely from the hands-on moulding and baking process. The handle and rope are made from 100 percent post-consumer plastic.

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Walk Me Dog Leash Press Releases

Press releases for Walk Me are now accessible in these languages: English.

Walk Me Dog Leash Translations

Walk Me in your language: we provide project translations across multiple languages: Dog Leash EN, Hondeband AF, Zinxhiri I Qenve SQ, የውሻ ማሰሪያ AM, مقود الكلب AR, Շան Վզկապ HY, It Ipi AZ, Txakurren Uhala Produktu Iraunkor Mota EU, Ланцужок Для Сабак BE, কুকুরের পাঁজা BN, Povodac Za Pse BS, Каишката За Кучета BG, ခွေးကြိုး MY, La Corretja Per A Gossos CA, Ang Tali Sa Iro CEB, Galu Leash NY, 狗繩 ZY, 狗绳 ZH, A Correa Di Cane CO, Povodac Za Pse HR, Vodítko Pro Psy CS, Hundesnor DA, Hondenriem NL, Hunda Ŝnuro EO, Koera Jalutusrihm ET, Koiran Talutushihna FI, La Laisse Pour Chien FR, Leash Coin GD, A Correa Para Cans GL, ძაღლის საჯახი KA, Hundeleine DE, Το Λουρί Σκύλου EL, ડોગ લીશ GU, Laisse Chen HT, Leash Na Kare HA, ʻo Ka Leash ʻīlio HAW, רצועת כלבים HE, कुत्ते का पट्टा HI, Aub Leash HMN, Póráz HU, Hundaól IS, Nkịta Nkịta IG, Tali Anjing ID, Iall Madra GA, Il Guinzaglio Per Cani IT, 犬用リード JA, Tali Asu JV, ನಾಯಿ ಬಾರು KN, Ит Қарғыбауы KK, ខ្សែឆ្កែ KM, Imbwa RW, 개 가죽 끈은 KO, Leşê Kûçik Celebek KU, Ит Боо KY, Dog Leash LO, Canis Lorum LA, Suņu Siksna LV, Šunų Pavadėlis LT, Hondsleit LB, Поводник За Кучиња MK, Tady Alika MG, Tali Anjing MS, ഡോഗ് ലീഷ് ML, Ċinga Tal-Klieb MT, Here Kuri MI, डॉग लीश MR, Нохойн Оосор MN, कुकुर पट्टा NE, Hundebånd NO, କୁକୁର ଲିସ୍ OR, د سپي لیش PS, بند سگ FA, Smycz PL, Coleira Para Cachorro PT, ਡੌਗ ਲੀਸ਼ PA, Lesa Pentru Câini RO, Поводок Для Собак RU, Fusi Maile SM, Поводац За Псе SR, Imbwa Leash SN, ڪتن جي پٽي SD, සුනඛ පටි SI, Vodítko Pre Psov SK, Pasji Povodec SL, Xadhkaha Eygu SO, Leash Ea Ntja ST, La Correa Para Perros ES, Leash Anjing SU, Leash Ya Mbwa SW, Hundkoppel SV, Tali Ng Aso TL, Риштаи Саг TG, நாய் கயிறு TA, Эт TT, కుక్క పట్టీ TE, สายจูงสุนัข TH, Köpek Tasması TR, It It TK, Повідець Для Собак UK, کتے کی پٹی UR, ئىت يېيىش UG, It Tasmasi UZ, Xích Chó VI, Dennyn Ci CY, Hûneriem FY, Inja Leash XH, הונט שטריקל YI, Ìjánu Aja YO, I-Dog Leash ZU.

Walk Me Dog Leash Media Articles

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Unique Properties

Ergonomic design - the handle is smooth but rigid; its contours create a snug grip for the human hand but can also wrap comfortably around a human's wrist. The handle's rigidity absorbs any tension from a dog pulling, preventing the human's hand from squishing (a design flaw in the conventional loop handle dog leash). Distinctive handle pattern - the splats, splotches and swirls of colour are individual to each handle as they form uniquely during the moulding and baking process. Sustainability: The handle is made from 100% post-consumer plastic (shampoo & conditioner bottles). The rope is made from 100% R-pet.

Tags

Recycled, Sustainable, Circular, Pet, Eco, Dog, Dog Leash, Dog Lead, Plastic

Production Technology

The leash handle is made via compression moulding from 100% used plastic shampoo & conditioner bottles. The bottles are shredded and sorted by colour. The shreds are weighed according to our leash range of colour recipes and randomly sprinkled into the mould. The mould is baked and cooled before the handle is removed and trimmed by hand. The finished handles are connected to the leash rope (100% r-pet) and the carabiner by a knot each. The knots are sealed by flame to complete the process.

Design Challenge

Sustainability: Which machine and manufacturing method used 100% recycled plastic for the handle. The compression mould was the most labour-intensive, requiring more human interaction but resulted in the best aesthetic and form. Design & Aesthetic: Our design heavily departs from the conventional dog lead. Many iterations were made to its shape, weight, size and colours recipes to ensure it was eye-catching yet practical and ergonomic, focusing on the humans' comfortable grip.

Project Duration

The project started in September 2019 and finished in November 2020

Operation Flow

The handle design is one size fits all and encourages a firm human hand grip by wrapping your fingers over the contours placed at the top of the base of the handle. Once the human hand wraps around the handle base, the grip is snug. Any pulling from the dog does not contract the handle as it is rigid; hence the human hand grip is not disturbed and remains stable.

Research

Analyse existing dog leads on the market against ergonomics, aesthetics, practicality, sustainability and materiality criteria. Test samples, interview dog owners on samples and our prototype. 3d print handle and iterate to better its form and function. Test materials for leash rope and its connection to the handle/carabiner (knot, tie, fastener, other hardware). Experiment with machines for handle manufacture and filling/baking process of mould to achieve the handle's pattern and rigidity.

Inspiration

The handle design was inspired by the limited sustainable dog leashes available on the market and the design limitations of the conventional dog leash - most have a flexible loop for the human hand to hold, and the human's hand gets squished when a dog pulls on the leash. The design was based on a knuckle duster as they contour to suit a human hand's comfortable but sturdy grip; then, we investigated plastic production methods and applied circular economy principles to complete the design.

Project Overview

Walk Me Dog Leash has been a Bronze winner in the Sustainable Products, Projects and Green Design award category in the year 2022 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.

Image Credits

For design images and photos please credit Hi Jac.

Bronze Recognition

Hi Jac was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2023, a testament to excellence of their work Walk Me Dog Leash.

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HI JAC Unveils Innovative Sustainable Dog Leash "Walk Me" Made from 100% Post-Consumer Plastic

Hi Jac introduces "Walk Me," a sustainable dog leash made from 100% post-consumer plastic, designed to provide a comfortable and ergonomic grip while prioritizing sustainability. The project commenced in September 2019 and concluded in November 2020 in Sydney, Australia.

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