Make your own laptop stand

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SHEETPRESS

COMPRESSION

HDPE

  • Difficulty:

    Easy

  • Time Required:

    < 5 hours

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  • Creator:

    metamorfica-lab

  • Country:

    Colombia

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Introducing our eco-friendly laptop stand, crafted from recycled plastic sheets. This innovative laptop stand is designed with ergonomics in mind, offering a perfect blend of sustainability and comfort. The thoughtfully engineered design elevates your laptop to eye level, promoting a healthier posture and reducing strain on your neck and shoulders. Made from durable recycled plastic, this stand not only supports your well-being but also contributes to a greener planet by repurposing materials that would otherwise go to waste. Elevate your work setup and embrace eco-conscious ergonomics with our recycled plastic laptop stand.

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Table of Contents

  1. 1

    Prepare your tools!

    You will need:

    • 1 HDPE 45x45x1 cm ( in case it´s thicker than 1cm adjust cnc file )
    • cnc machine ( or someone that provides de cutting service )
    • chisel
    • sandpaper
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    File in the CNC machine

    Use the file converted to the cnc machine.

    • Take into account the diameter of the cnc milling cutter so the dimmensions of the parts do not change. -Make sure to vacuum the microplastics in order to be able to transform them again into plastic sheets ( we usually use this kind to prototype new products )
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    Soften the edges

    The cnc machine leaves a support, now its time to get rid off it with the chisel, and after that we can soften the edges with the sandpaper.

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    Assemble and enjoy!

    Now you can use your laptoppie assembling by fitting its pieces together :)

    instagram.com: instagram.com/reel/CrwQ3O9paN- ( here´s a short video guide )

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Materials

  • Recycled HDPE sheet (45×45×1 cm; adjust CNC file for sheets >1 cm thick)

Tools

  • Chisel (for removing CNC support material)
  • Sandpaper (for edge smoothing)

Hardware

  • CNC machine or cutting service provider
  • Vacuum (for microplastic collection/reuse)

Additional Resources

Articles

  • https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gflow-stone
  • https://wisehabit.com/product-eng-608-G-Flow-eco-friendly-laptop-stand-black.html
  • https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/laptop-stand-created-from-a-single-sheet-of-recycled-paper-supports-up-to-10-pounds-the-included-cardboard-case-also-serves-as-a-phone-stand
  • https://www.yankodesign.com/2019/10/28/who-knew-you-could-make-an-incredibly-effective-laptop-stand-out-of-folded-paper/
  • https://materialdistrict.com/article/lightweight-laptop-stand-made-from-recycled-paper/
  • https://www.colebrookbossonsaunders.com/en-us/blogs/news/world-s-first-100-recyclable-folding-laptop-stand-wins-good-design-award

Opensource Designs

  • https://community.preciousplastic.com/library/make-your-own-laptop-stand-59390
  • https://gist.github.com/camilasrody/9527416fa46a13ba0ab752ca9410ff7b

Youtube

  • https://www.instagram.com/reel/CrwQ3O9paN-/