IATP’s Tech Kitchen program met with a customer who is a one-handed user and was interested in learning how assistive technology devices could help him be more independent in the kitchen. A request was submitted to the IATP Makers Program for a device to hold Ziplock and toaster bags open while he puts his food inside. The Makers Team presented various designs using open source files and some designed in-house.
A similar device exists on the market, and is currently in the Tech Kitchen’s demonstration inventory. The off the shelf device did not work for the customer’s specific needs. The Makers Team decided to use an open source design that was modified to accommodate one-handed use. The device also contains an adhesive tape attached to the bottom for additional stabilization on countertops. The modified design served as a functional solution for the customer.
