The Slip Tip MarkerBy: Sara Clouse, Angela Arce, Raymond A. Ford, andChristina Ochoa

What is wrong with the current marker?

The ink fades quicklyThere is little to no visibility in large lecture spacesInk is not replaceableMarker is thrown away after use

What can we do to modify the marker?

Large slanted tip Replaceable ink cartridge Recyclable plastic

BackgroundAreas of use include:• Auditoriums

• Commercial offices

• Homes

• Classrooms

• Church services

Benefits Any UserProfessors/TeachersManagersPolitical figuresBusiness & Marketing officials

Design FeaturesRefillable clear body

• Allows user to monitor ink levels

30 Millimeter slanted tip• 300-600% larger than traditional dry-erase marker

• Replaceable tip with twist-on function

Non-toxic ink in variety of colors• Xylene and Tolene free, odorless

Sustainable Functionality

Made from 100% recycled PET plasticsRecyclableBio-degradable synthetic fiber tips

ProducersShow the world that you care about both the demands of your consumer and environmentOwn the intellectual property rights to a eco-friendly product with a high demandBy being the only firm to produce these markers, your guaranteeing long term profits

ConsumersConsumers will feel as though their needs are being metSchool districts will be able to save money by purchasing these markersUsers will not have to worry about writing not being visible from a distance