The RX70 Hybrid from STILL has been announced as a finalist in the 19th edition of the Good Design 2012 competition for the best-designed products and services on the Polish market. The jury’s verdict proves that high handling power and the latest ecological solutions can go hand in hand with top-class design.
Organized by the Institute of Industrial Design, under the patronage of the Minister of Economy, the Good Design competition has been setting standards for good design in Poland for 19 years. The jury consists of experts and designers associated with industrial design, service design, new product market implementation, as well as ergonomic and economic research. This year’s edition saw a record number of entries. As many as 187 products and services competed for the title of the best-designed on the Polish market in the categories: Home Sphere, Work Sphere, Public Sphere, and Service Sphere.
STILL RX70 Hybrid is the first forklift to qualify for the final of the nationwide Good Design competition. Equipped with an innovative hybrid drive, the vehicle was appreciated for its modern styling and well-thought-out construction. In its justification, the jury explains that “its extensive functionality, meeting all the expectations of the warehouse industry directed at this type of vehicle, goes hand in hand with aesthetics and ease of use.” The RX70 Hybrid, which stands out with its streamlined design and attention to detail, was designed in accordance with the latest design standards. The spacious cabin, the mast and fork carriage that do not restrict the field of vision, and the comfortable workstation meet strict ergonomic requirements, making the operator’s work more comfortable and safe. The steering system is easy to operate, and the wide range of cabin equipment significantly contributes to operational comfort. The environmental aspect was also important to the jury: lower energy consumption and reduced carbon dioxide emissions.
All products qualified for the final will be available for viewing during the Good Design 2012 exhibitions: from September 12 to October 31, 2012, at the Institute of Industrial Design in Warsaw, and from November 14 to December 16, 2012, in Toruń.