Fluence Bioengineering – 2020

Launched in Q4 2020, the latest generation of the Fluence VYPR series includes several new mounting configurations and six spectra offerings. These options, coupled with a lower sales price, were curated for market expansion into European commercial agriculture.
Role:
I managed the mechanical design of all heatsinks, hanging brackets, and hardware to enable deployment in greenhouses across the globe.
Design Considerations:
- Redesign heatsink with reduced material cost and updated product branding
- Expand hanging hardware options for perpendicular, side of truss, and underneath supply mounting
- Incorporate DUO mounting configuration designed to mimic light distribution of traditional HPS lighting
- Update material specifications for CE compliance
Manufacturing Processes:
- Injection Molding
- Metal Extrusion
- Sheet Metal Stamping and Forming
- PCB SMT
- Wire Forming
Materials:
- Anodized Aluminum
- Polycarbonate (PC)
- Stainless Steel Spring Wire




