Trunki
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Trunki is a ride-on suitcase designed by UK product design company Magmatic for use by children between the age of 3 and 6 years old. Design features such as a saddle shape on the top of the case, integrated wheels and horn grips for the child to hold characterise its ride on function. Two catches on the ends of the case keep it shut, when these are released they allow the case to be opened. The suitcase is constructed using Polypropylene plastic. Trunki fits within Department for Transport hand luggage restrictions, measuring 20 x 46 x 30.5 cm. It complies to CE mark safety standards, and carries an EN71 safety certificate. As of 2007, the Trunki product line consists of a blue Trunki named Terrance and a pink Trunki named Trixie.
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[edit] Awards
Awards that Trunki has received include a Nick Jr “Best Toy and Gift” award [1], a "Pocket Lint" "hot product" award [2] and was commended in the Design Week consumer product design awards where they noted that,
Trunki, created by Magmatic, addresses the challenge of keeping travelling toddlers amused. Colourful and tough, the ergonomic trunk with wheels enables children to ride and play, while storing toys or clothing, keeping baggage and hassle to a minimum. [3]
[edit] History
The product was conceived by Rob Law, a British product designer, while studying at Northumbria University in 1997. The product was developed over 10 years and manufactured in China.
Trunki is the flagship product of design company, Magmatic. The company philosophy is to create innovative travel products which make a difference by using good design [4].
