Sustainable Materials in Consumer Markets
Recent trends in material selection have introduced numerous alternatives aimed at minimizing environmental impact in manufacturing and durability. Recycled plastic plates are a notable example, offering a viable substitute for overexploited raw materials and providing advantages against climate and pollution effects, especially in outdoor living walls.
In the local market, various products support the construction of living walls. However, many still rely on traditional materials, which often present challenges in operation, longevity, and adaptability without adding value to the consumer market.
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Based on the provided drawings, use a CNC cutting machine to cut the pieces. The images below show the development of the gutter and frame.
Note: Ensure that reductions and cuts are incorporated in the drawings for accurate assembly.
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To maintain the shape of the gutters, bend them and secure with a screw. Use four gutters per frame.
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Installation of Gutters and Frames
- Install anchors in the wall for support.
- Attach the frame to the wall.
- Tighten the screws with a screwdriver to secure it.
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Install the desired number of modules.
- Install the modules.
- Start placing plants in the gutters.
- Complete the installation of the wall.
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Tools
- ~~CNC Cutting Machine~~
- ~~Screwdriver~~
Software
- ~~CAD Software~~ (for design plans)
Hardware
- ~~Steel Screws~~
- ~~Wall Anchors~~
- ~~Gutters~~ (4 per frame)
- ~~Frames~~
Materials
- Recycled plastic plates
- Plants (for gutters)
Notes: Links are illustrative examples only; specific product choices depend on local availability in Oshawa, Canada. Always follow manufacturer guidelines for CNC operations[1][2].
References
Articles
- The Rise of Sustainable Shopping: Trends Reshaping Consumer Goods and Retail [1]
- Increased Consumer Preference For Sustainable Materials Boosting Market Growth [3]
- Sustainable Materials Market Trends, Size and Share [4]
- Sustainability in CNC Machining [6]
Papers
- COLING 2025 System Demonstrations Proceedings [2]
- How Sustainability is Fundamentally Changing Consumer Preferences [5]
- ~~On the Importance of Audio Material in Spoken Linguistics~~ [9]
- Designing Sustainable Prefabricated Wood Buildings [15]
Books
- Microservices: Up and Running [10]
- From Print to Ebooks: A Hybrid Publishing Toolkit for the Arts [13]
YouTube
- Exploring Sustainable CNC Model Making Materials for Landscape Architecture Education [7]
- DIY CNC 016 - Release (Open source) [12]