When brainstorming for the sharps container, we wanted something that would be sturdy enough so razors wouldn't cut through the inside of the box. Also something that wouldn't be too heavy. We found styrofoam and settled with that. It was pretty thick so a razor couldn't puncture a whole in it.
We tried to build a box out of it at first, and during this we thought of a simpler idea. We took a large piece of styrofoam and cut four slits in it, the long way. We covered it in duct tape to give it a second layer of protection for sturdiness.
The slits were also covered in duct take then cut open again. That way, we thought that there would be more support in holding the razors inside. The razors are inserted into the slits in the styrofoam for safe containing. We tested it and no razors fell out. It's simple and gets the job done.
Sharps container standing upright
This design is rather different from many of the designs shown in class. I like how you made use of the foam material and duct tape, and how together the materials seal the sharp slits back up.
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