The Secrets to Successful Blending
Posted on July 31, 2024
By: Tribest Team
Why did we choose a circular lid for the Dynapro container, instead of mirroring its square shape?
At Tribest, our journey with the Dynapro Vacuum Blender began with one primary challenge: ensuring an airtight seal during each blending session. An airtight seal is crucial for vacuum blenders to prevent unwanted air bubbles from mixing into smoothies, which would undermine the vacuum blending process.
The primary cause of air leaks in vacuum blenders is a weak or worn sealing ring on the vacuum container lid.
When developing the Dynapro Vacuum Blender, we prioritized the quality and durability of the sealing ring. We understood that any air leaks would not only frustrate users but also fall short of our brand's standards of quality and lead to frequent warranty claims, given our commitment to a 15-year warranty for the Dynapro.
Our engineers, driven by a relentless pursuit of quality, faced numerous trials while designing a lid that would maintain an airtight seal over years of use. They experimented with various shapes and additional layers for the sealing rings, but early results fell short, especially during rigorous torture tests. This initial hurdle stalled our project, as resolving it was crucial before addressing other challenges.
Through extensive testing, our engineers discovered that leaks most frequently originated from the four corners of a square lid.
These corners experienced the most friction and tension due to their greater distance from the center of the lid. This insight was pivotal.
Competing Vacuum Blender
The square lid leaks air at all four corners because of tension caused by the greater distance from the center.
Tribest Dynapro Vacuum Blender
The Dynapro's circular lid prevents air leaks by creating an even distribution around the seal.
They experimented with various shapes and additional layers for the sealing rings, but early results fell short, especially during rigorous torture tests.
Our engineers made a bold decision.
We redesigned the lid to be circular. This shape change was not merely aesthetic; it was a strategic move to ensure that the negative pressure created by the vacuum system was evenly distributed around the seal, thereby reducing leaks and enhancing performance.
Initially, the lid's shape naturally followed the square blending container, which is favored for better mixing effects. However, transitioning to a circular lid required significant changes to the blending container's tooling, specifically at the top portion which needed to be circular. This change demanded a substantial additional investment. Despite this, we proceeded because this change directly addressed our challenge. It also highlighted our engineers' innovative problem-solving skills and unwavering dedication to quality. We were determined to launch the product only when it met our high standards, enabling us to confidently offer a 15-year warranty.
After exhaustive testing, the new circular lids proved to dramatically reduce leak rates compared to their square predecessors.
This rigorous testing and innovative design have reinforced our confidence in the Dynapro Vacuum Blender's quality and reliability. Our 15-year warranty is not just a promise but a testament to our commitment to excellence, setting us apart from competitors and assuring our customers of our product's durability.
We appreciate you taking the time to learn about the Dynapro Circular Sealing Ring. Your interest and support are vital to our success. We'd love to hear your thoughts, so feel free to reach out with any questions or feedback. We're excited to continue this journey together!
