Conventional work lights fail in emergency response and construction because they are not designed for the stresses these industries present. One challenge was developing a quick release assembly; a function we identified as critical for product effectiveness.
Shedding new light on the emergency response experience
CHOi Design was asked by Paladin to design a powerful work light that would utilize the most advanced LED lighting technology.
The product would be a solution to the everyday operational problem plaguing high demand industries where professionals work around the clock: visibility.
Client
Paladin Work Light
Year
2016
Services
Design Research
Industrial Design
Sector
Commercial

Discover
Identifying User needs through field observations and market research
Through these processes we realized our design needed to withstand the demands of multiple rugged industries. Our ideation benchmarks were extreme durability and ease of portability.


Create
Adapting the work light experience to minimize setup time and maximize work
Our solution deploys in as little as 15 seconds, lending to a fast setup to work transition.

Deliver
A mission-critical resource for those who work around the clock
The Paladin work light has become a mission critical resource for the professionals who risk their lives daily. Industries that are currently utilizing the Paladin work light include fire, law enforcement, construction, sports arenas, entertainment, and health professionals.



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