The WATRIC Story

During the Covid-19 Pandemic the world took a huge turn that made people stay at home. Suddenly, houses were not only where you lived but they also were your workspace, gym, school or even your hang out place. During these confined times it became pretty obvious the importance of plants in indoor spaces, the benefits of having a green touch and having a piece of nature closer to you, became relevant for a less stressful time at home. Today those “stay at home” days have passed, but many people remain working from homes and surely, now, more than ever before, more things are now being done remotely. People tend to love plants, I mean, who doesn't? But the struggle of taking care and watering them correctly has been a limiting factor for many people.

In the middle of this new world scenario, two engineering prospects, Kevin and Karlos, decided to revolutionize the indoor plant experience by combining technology with nature. Kevin, an electric engineering student and Karlos, a mechanical engineering student, were on a quest to find a new off-grid alternative drinking water, they even had a small-scale prototype. But with this new world scenario they decided to give people a taste of what their future technology could do and this is where they merged a miniature condensation system into a planter making the most advanced and smartest planter ever. Just like that, WALTY was born, a smart planter that literally makes water out of air for indoor plants.

WALTY is not just a planter, WALTY is the most advanced and smart one, it's the iPhone of Planters. With this approach, Watric’s team eliminated the task of watering your plants which is the #1 reason people kill them. Thanks to its condensation technology, this planter generates water to keep your plants hydrated which means no more worries about watering your plants and no tank to refill. It's also automated - its interface allows the user to set a timer on the watering frequency for a tailored unique care for each type of plant. Indoor gardening has never been cooler and easier to deal with, all thanks to WALTY. From having fresh herbs alongside your kitchen, to having a beautiful exotic plant, this piece of tech will allow anyone to enjoy their plants as they never could before.

WALTY 2.0, the self-watering, beautiful planter created by WATRIC, is 3D printed using MH Build Series PLA.
WALTY 2.0, the self-watering, beautiful planter created by WATRIC, is 3D printed using MH Build Series PLA.

Making the most advanced planter would require a different manufacturing approach, which is why WATRIC founders turned to 3D printing technology. Here is an overview of why they chose 3D printing:

Manufacturing Convenience and Cost Effectiveness: Each WALTY is 100% designed, manufactured, and assembled in-house by WATRIC. This is why having a machine that can take care entirely of the housing manufacturing is a huge advancement. This increases manufacturing convenience as well as cost-effectiveness thanks to the affordability and quality that 3D printed materials like the “MH Build Series'' offer.

Design Flexibility: If there is something that separates 3D printing from other manufacturing methods, that is the ability of making practically any shape possible. Thanks to this attribute, WALTY 2.0 has a revolutionary design, triangular from above, and “wavy” on the sides for an aesthetic modern shape that's only possible thanks to 3D printing.

With 3D printing, WATRIC was able to turn WALTY 2.0 into a a modern design.
With 3D printing, WATRIC was able to turn WALTY 2.0 into a a modern design.

Aesthetics and Personalization: Making a beautiful design that people love is important, but allowing people to identify with it, and get a product that goes with their personality and style is a game changer. Thanks to the variety of 3D printed filaments, anyone can now get their WALTY in their color of choice. WATRIC uses different materials to achieve their variations of WALTY colors, from solid colors to exclusive and luxurious combinations that are achieved with the dual color “Silky Magic PLA”.

In the realm of plant care innovation, WALTY 2.0 stands as the most advanced planter evermade, merging cutting-edge technology with the timeless beauty of nature. What began as a quest for off-grid drinking water solutions, evolved into a revolutionary approach to indoor gardening. The power of 3D printing allowed the integration of a miniature condensation system that has birthed not just a planter but a smart companion for your plants. WALTY 2.0 marks a new era where technology nurtures nature seamlessly. Join the revolution, bring the serenity of nature to your home, and be part of the WALTY experience.

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