Coastal Bam
Iron 2025

Coastal Bam

by Hou Liang for Zhejiang University

The Coastal Bam Jar is a sustainable salt container designed for fishermen along China's southeastern coast. Its open mouth form allows for easy hand access, inspired by local usage habits. Dual bamboo weaving techniques improve filtration and durability. The natural materials offer a tactile, organic feel. Subtle references to Feng Shui reflect regional culture, allowing the jar to blend into daily life while honoring traditional craftsmanship.

Questions & Answers

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1

What is the overall height of the Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine?

Answer

Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine has an overall height of 12.00 cm.

2

What is the capacity of the metal bottle body of the Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine?

Answer

Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine has a metal bottle capacity of 300 ml.

3

What material is the metal bottle of the Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine made from?

Answer

Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine has a metal bottle body made of aluminum alloy.

4

What is the diameter of the filter funnel in the Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine?

Answer

Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine has a filter funnel diameter of 10.00 cm.

5

What are the aperture sizes for the bamboo weaving filters in the Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine?

Answer

Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine has bamboo weaving filter apertures of 2 mm for the crystal funnel and 0.5 mm for the filter funnel.

6

What is the approximate weight of the Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine?

Answer

Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine weighs approximately 500 g.

7

Which institution commissioned the Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine?

Answer

Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine was commissioned by Zhejiang University.

8

Which design award did the Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine receive in June 2024?

Answer

Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine received the Red Dot Design Award in June 2024.

9

What specific corrosion-resistant treatment is applied to the aluminum alloy of the Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine?

Answer

Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine uses aluminum alloy with corrosion-resistant treatment.

10

What adhesive or fastening method is used to integrate the bamboo weaving filters with the metal bottle body in the Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine?

Answer

Coastal Bam Salt Jar for Collecting Brine integrates the bamboo weaving filters with the metal bottle body through precise CNC processing.

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