POWER TOOL
Spring 2026 - 15 weeks
The goal of this project was to redesign or create a new power tool.
Being a 15 week project skills were challenged to a new level.
I decided to create GLACIER ZERO. A hockey drill/vacuum that changes the way rink prep is done.
WHY?
Holes are drilled into the ice during rink prep for pegs to secure hockey nets. This is an important task that has no designated tool. Glacier Zero is the answer. An ice tool that drills and vacuums simultaneously. A product that every high level hockey team needs.
IMMERSION
Meeting with Brian Uzzo, the Cincinnati Cyclones ice manager. Learned the current solution for drilling holes in the ice consists of a handful of tools.
“We use the ice up to six times a week. I got to make sure it’s ready... When it comes to drilling/vacuuming the holes for the net pegs, I wish there were a tool that could do both.”
TASK ANALYSIS
Current solution for drilling holes into ice.
INSPIRATION
TEARDOWN
Gaining knowledge of the internals of a handheld vacuum and a 20v drill.
2D EXPLORATION
Early sketches, exploring potential ways to drill into ice. Also looking into the idea of a drill and vacuum combined tool.
3D EXPLORATION
Created orthographics for eight potential directions to be ban sawed and sanding. Visualizing size and ergonomics.
FURTHER SKETCHING
Decide to go the direction of a drill/vacuum. Getting an idea for CMF and overall form.
FURTHER MODELS
3D printed, working on ergonomics, and making the design fluent.
FINAL MODEL
Printed and finished.
BRANDING
Created the brand GLACIER.
FINALIZED DESIGN
A hockey tool for rink prep. Drills holes and vacuums up the ice shavings simultaneously. Does the job well and fast, and less tools to carry.
THE FUTURE OF GLACIER
Custom concepts for some NHL teams.
