Ucon Acrobatics published a Journal article detailing the lifecycle of backpacks and material performance.
Published
Signal category
Research & Knowledge
Quote
“We’ve taken a deeper look at what really happens to a bag at the end of its life in our latest Journal article.”
— Jochen Smuda|Ucon Acrobatics team
Company
Ucon Acrobatics
We are taking a stand against the fast fashion waste problem with minimalist bags crafted from recycled textiles.
- Industry
- Retail Apparel and Fashion
- Location
- Berlin, DE
- Company size
- 12 employees
Ucon Acrobatics is a Berlin-based brand that produces bags and backpacks made from recycled and innovative materials. The founders’ drive has always been to create minimalist and functional products for the urban individual according to ecological and social aspects as far as possible. As a B-Corp certified company, Ucon Acrobatics wants to use its power for good. This belief is reflected in the motto “minimal design, minimal emission.” The believe in the power of simplicity and aim to minimize the environmental footprint while delivering high-quality products that nothing should suffer – not humans, not animals and not the environment. Each design is created in Berlin with a focus on crafting timeless silhouettes that endure over time. However, for special Artist Series the brand collaborates with upcoming graphic designers. Founded in 2001, nowadays their bags and backpacks are sold in more than 1.000 stores across 34 countries. Balance and agility in everyday life.
Founded 2001