ZipBag

This Engineering team partnered with On-the-Move PDX to build a Ziploc bag opening and closing device. The device, called ZipBag, presents a safe and easy way for people with limb differences and lower dexterity to handle resealable bags. Utilizing foot pedals and a simple design, ZipBag requires the use of only one hand and a minimal amount of fine motor skills to operate. According to On-the-Move, ZipBag has the potential to increase productivity and remove barriers to employment for people with limb differences and lower dexterity.

ZipBag won first place and the people’s choice award in the national Source America Design Competition