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Evo G Cabina di Carrellu Elevatore da Zhenghai Shang and Yingchun Bai

U designu Evo G Cabina di Carrellu Elevatore da Zhenghai Shang and Yingchun Bai hè un vincitore altamente stimatu di u prestigiosu premiu 2026 A' Design Award di Bronzu in a Categuria di Cumpetizione Macchinaria Pesante.


BronzuMacchinaria Pesante· 2026

Evo G Cabina di Carrellu Elevatore

da Zhenghai Shang and Yingchun Bai

Cliente: Heli Forschungs- und Entwicklungszentrum Europe GmbH

Vincitore di u premiu A' Design Award di Bronzu in a Categuria Macchinaria Pesante

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U Cuncepimentu

À propositu di Evo G Cabina di Carrellu Elevatore

Evo G hè una cabina modulare cuncepita per i carrelli elevatori. A struttura hè fatta di cumpositu di poliuretanu furmatu per stampatura à iniezione per reazzione, un prucessu chì permette superfici curve è una riduzzione di pesu da 15 à 20 per centu paragunatu à e cabine cunvinziunali in acciaiu. A cabina misura 1300 per 1060 per 1810 millimetri. I moduli di sedia, di cumandu è di sicurezza sò intercambiabili grazia à interfacce meccaniche standardizate, cusì a cabina pò esse adattata, mantenuta è mudernizata rapidamente. Una cunsola di cumandu inclinata, una sedia regulabile è a riduzzione di u rimore è di e vibrazioni limitanu a fatica di l'operatore.

U Ricunnoscimentu

À propositu di u A' Design Award di Bronzu

Evo G Cabina di Carrellu Elevatore hè un vincitore di u premiu A' Design Award di Bronzu, una ricunniscenza assai prestigiosa attribuita à i disegni eccellenti chì si distinguenu per a creatività, l'ingegnu è l'acutezza. I vincitori di Bronzu sò artefatti largamente abili è sorprendentemente creativi chì autenticanu a vasta sperienza, l'imaginazione è l'ingegnosità di i so disegnatori. Si aspetta chì Evo G Cabina di Carrellu Elevatore sia un oggettu assai apprezzatu, ammiratu è caru, rimarchevulemente prufessiunale è innuvatore. Stu disegnu vincitore di u premiu A' Design Award di Bronzu incorpora e migliori pratiche di l'arte, di a scienza, di u disegnu è di a tecnulugia è hè eccellente per l'attinzione à i detaglii. Evo G Cabina di Carrellu Elevatore suddisfa splendidamente i bisogni, tocca i disideri, incanta i sentimenti è chjama a curiusità.

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Pruprietà Uniche
The modular forklift cabin integrates automotive technology and aesthetics, utilizing RIM (Reaction Injection Molding) to create a lightweight, high-strength structure with superior ergonomic comfort. Modular operational components adapt to diverse working conditions, enhancing efficiency and safety. Human-centered in concept, it redefines industrial vehicle operation through modularity and car-like innovation.
Dimensioni è Imballaghju
Cab size: 1300mm x 1060mm x 1810mm
Etichette
Modular Forklift, RIM Manufacturing Technology, Smart Logistics,Ergonomic Optimization,Human-Centered Design
Tecnulugia di Pruduzzione
Reaction injection molding structure, polyurethane-based composite materials formed through low temperature RIM processing enable complex aerodynamic surfaces with integrated lightweight, high-strength construction, reducing material consumption and enhancing corrosion resistance.

Lightweight Engineering, 15–20% weight reduction compared to conventional steel cabins improves vehicle energy efficiency and operational stability.

Modular architecture cabin decomposed into interchangeable functional units (seat, control, safety modules) using standardized mechanical interfaces for rapid assembly, maintenance, upgrade, and customization.

Integrated ergonomic system, inclined control console, adjustable seating geometry, and optimized noise, vibration, harshness performance derived from automotive engineering standards.

Lifecycle-oriented manufacturing, recyclable composite materials, repair-friendly modular components, and reduced production energy demand support circular economy principles and long-term durability.
Sfida di Designu
The greatest challenge was reconciling industrial durability with automotive-level comfort and aesthetics. Forklift cabins must withstand heavy-duty environments, strict safety regulations, and structural load requirements, leaving limited flexibility for expressive form. Integrating lightweight RIM structures with modular architecture while maintaining strength, stability, and cost efficiency required extensive engineering validation.

Another key challenge was balancing innovation with operator familiarity, introducing a car-like, human-centered cockpit without disrupting established workflows. Achieving intuitive interaction, reduced fatigue, and rapid adaptability within a harsh industrial context demanded deep ergonomic research and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Ricerca
Research Background
Traditional forklift cabins often prioritize mechanical performance over operator experience, resulting in fatigue, limited comfort, and inefficient workflows. Increasing demand for human-centered and sustainable industrial solutions necessitated a new design paradigm.

Methods
Qualitative user interviews, on-site observation, ergonomic analysis, and competitive benchmarking were conducted to identify key pain points and innovation opportunities.

Tools
Anthropometric data modeling, ergonomic simulation software, CAD/CAE engineering platforms, and RIM material feasibility testing supported design validation.

Participants
Forklift operators, logistics managers, maintenance technicians, and industrial designers across European and Asian markets.

Results and Insights
Findings highlighted the need for enhanced comfort, modular adaptability, and intuitive interaction. Integrating automotive ergonomics, modular architecture, and lightweight RIM technology significantly improves efficiency, safety, and lifecycle sustainability while strengthening product differentiation.
Ispirazione
The design originates from real operator needs. Traditional forklift cabins often cause fatigue due to confined space and complex controls; research revealed a demand for both efficiency and comfort. This led to the fusion of automotive-inspired aesthetics with modular functionality. RIM technology enabled fluid surfaces and lightweight structures, supporting removable modules. In a homogenized market, aesthetic innovation creates clear differentiation and elevates perceived quality.
Durata di u Prugettu
The project started in May 2025 in Germany and will finish in May 2026.
Flussu Operativu
Human-Centered operational logic, ergonomically optimized layout based on anthropometric data ensures intuitive reach zones, minimized motion range, and reduced operator fatigue during long-hour shifts.

Immersive cockpit interaction, inclined control console, adaptive seat adjustment, and optimized sightlines create a focused, car-like driving experience that enhances situational awareness.

Modular task adaptability, interchangeable control and function modules allow rapid configuration changes to match diverse operational workflows and application scenarios.

Intuitive control architecture, standardized interface logic simplifies training, shortens onboarding time, and enables seamless transition between different operators.

Reduced cognitive and physical load, low-noise NVH optimization and streamlined control hierarchy improve concentration, precision handling, and overall workflow efficiency.
Brevetti
Copyrights belong to Heli Forschungs- und Entwicklungszentrum Europe GmbH
Membri di a Squadra
Zhenghai Shang, Yingchun Bai, Jing Zhao, Yang Chen, Guofeng Cai, Hongtao Zhang, Hongsheng Zhao, Zixian Li, Chao Hu, Yang Meng, Fei Ye, Wei Li, Jie Wang, Lin Zhang, Xueyin Shi, Xuemin Zhang
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Heli Forschungs- und Entwicklungszentrum Europe GmbH

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