Revolutionizing Home Fitness: The IBL-FT900H Ultra Smith Machine

Jichun Du's Design Merges Safety with Professional Training at Home

In the wake of the pandemic, the quest for comprehensive home fitness solutions has led to the creation of the IBL-FT900H Ultra, a Smith Machine designed by Jichun Du that promises to revolutionize personal fitness with its unique blend of safety and professional-grade features.

The IBL-FT900H Ultra stands out in the realm of home fitness equipment. Its semi-automatic barbell-free Smith weightlifting function allows for seamless transitions between flywheel exercises and Smith weightlifting, catering to a diverse range of workout routines. The machine's innovative design enables precise weight increments and an instant tension release mechanism in the Smith bar, enhancing user safety. Furthermore, the adjustable starting position and the inclusion of 40 fundamental training movements make it a versatile and comprehensive fitness tool.

From an aesthetic standpoint, the IBL-FT900H Ultra boasts a mirror door design, enabling users to monitor their form and technique with ease. This feature, combined with the machine's ergonomic design, ensures a user-friendly experience that does not compromise on sophistication or functionality. The design team, led by Jichun Du and including Tengqin Xiao, Guangtao Li, Yan Gao, Xueyuan Wang, and Haotian Xie, has meticulously crafted a product that is not only effective but also a visually appealing addition to any home gym.

The manufacturing process of the IBL-FT900H Ultra involves advanced techniques such as pipe cutting, bending, stamping, and welding, followed by a rigorous pre-assembly and quality control. The use of materials like carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum alloy ensures durability and stability. With a production capacity of 1000 units per year, the machine is poised to meet the growing demand for high-quality home fitness equipment.

Extensive research and development have been the backbone of the IBL-FT900H Ultra's success. The design team conducted market analysis, competitive research, and engaged with fitness professionals to refine the product. The result is a machine that not only meets but exceeds the ISO-EN20957 standards, as evidenced by its impressive sales performance and market reception.

Overcoming technical challenges was a significant part of the design journey. The team had to ensure that the Smith weightlifting function did not interfere with the flywheel function, which required innovative solutions for cable redirection, semi-automatic engagement mechanics, and user-friendly installation. These efforts culminated in a product that provides a professional-level training guarantee for home fitness enthusiasts.

The IBL-FT900H Ultra's excellence has been recognized with a Silver A' Design Award, a testament to its outstanding innovation and design expertise. As a multifunctional trainer that has been thoughtfully engineered and produced, it stands as a paragon of how home fitness equipment can be both safe and sophisticated, meeting the needs of users in the post-pandemic era.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: Jichun Du
Image Credits: Image# 1: Industrial Designer, Xueyuan Wang,IBL-FT900H ULTRA,Qingdao Imbell Sporting goods Co., Ltd., 2023. Image# 2: Industrial Designer, Xueyuan Wang,IBL-FT900H ULTRA,Qingdao Imbell Sporting goods Co., Ltd., 2023. Image# 3: Industrial Designer, Xueyuan Wang,IBL-FT900H ULTRA,Qingdao Imbell Sporting goods Co., Ltd., 2023. Image# 4: Industrial Designer, Xueyuan Wang,IBL-FT900H ULTRA,Qingdao Imbell Sporting goods Co., Ltd., 2023. Image# 5: Industrial Designer, Xueyuan Wang,IBL-FT900H ULTRA,Qingdao Imbell Sporting goods Co., Ltd., 2023.
Project Team Members: Jichun Du Tengqin Xiao Guangtao Li Yan Gao Xueyuan Wang Haotian Xie
Project Name: IBL-FT900H Ultra
Project Client: IMBELL


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