Redefining light with 3D printing, Philips has done just that.
Recently, according to the resource library, fast food giant McDonald's has partnered with Philips MyCreation to implement a new lighting system in its global chain of restaurants. The goal is to create a more attractive atmosphere through on-demand production and recyclable 3D printed lampshades, while reducing transport emissions and thus reducing environmental impact.
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A task that seems impossible
It is reported that McDonald's plans to reduce its carbon footprint by 60% by 2030, and in order to achieve this goal, McDonald's pays attention to every detail in the design of the new store. There are also thorny issues such as intellectual property ownership, scalability within tight timeframes, high durability and cost-effectiveness.
They launched "A Touch of Archery," a custom hemispherical translucent chandelier that would sparkle like velvet. In addition, the design called for a lampshade with a warm-toned embossed pattern on top of the fixture. Although the design was innovative, the difficulty of opening the mold made the production challenging.
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Sample delivery was completed in less than 3 months
The turning point came when the McDonald's team spotted a 3D-printed Philips light fixture on social media. It is reported that McDonald's immediately contacted Philips MyCreation to detail their design and mission requirements. The Philips MyCreation team says they were able to accomplish this task. With design intent, drawings and ideas, McDonald's and Philips MyCreation started an in-depth dialogue and conducted two rounds of sample testing.
After seeing the second sample, the McDonald's team found that it was so close to the original design intent that it was almost unbelievable. In less than three months, McDonald's approved the final round of samples, which is an incredible speed for the production of chandeliers. The entire process far exceeded McDonald's expectations, ultimately solving their major design and production challenges.
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3D-printed lamps light up 38,000 restaurants
Once the design was decided, McDonald's realized that 3D printing technology would not only meet its design needs, but also benefit from sustainable materials. Philips MyCreation has played a key role in this process, enabling sustainable delivery on a global scale by moving from the point of production to the point of use.
By using recyclable materials for 3D printing, McDonald's will significantly reduce the pollution and costs associated with transportation. In addition, this on-demand production process will minimize waste compared to traditional manufacturing methods. McDonald's plans to install Philips MyCreation lighting solutions in 38,000 McDonald's restaurants in more than 100 countries by the end of 2023.
According to the resource library, Philips has more than 10 years of experience in 3D printing custom lamps and lanterns, forming a mature and complete solution. In addition to being used in McDonald's restaurants, Philips' custom lighting fixtures have been used in more than 500 PLUS retail stores, and 3D printed lamps have been used in the Sky Garden project at Taipei 101.