Cristian Loria

The ArootZ Planting Harness has adjustable hip and lumbar padding on the waist belt to effectively balance their workload and support the Tree Planter’s movements, regardless of their gender and size. At the shoulders, the suspension frames adjustable Load Lifter straps allowing the user to transfer weight ensuring uniform load distribution to reduce overall body strain.

Based on research and interview insights, design features were integrated to help them quickly pack and travel throughout the day. The gimbal mechanism synchronously moves in step with the planter. The remodeled belt buckle reliably secures the harness and the “Rapid Reload” system allows the pre-packaged biodegradable hemp bags to be quickly remounted on the thigh protector’s 3 point system.

The lumbar and hip pads in the waist belt adjust to meet an individual's shape and physique. The shoulder “Load Lifter” straps at the top of the suspension frame, ensure uniform upper-body load distribution. These ergonomic advances benefit the user’s overall well-being and increase their levels of productivity.

ArootZ broadens the current tree planting process by introducing a newly conceived bio-plastic “Seedling Grow Stick'' made of Lignin. This device establishes the seedling’s root system during germination at the nursery and protects the seedlings during transportation and implantation. Packaged in hemp bags, the grow stick eliminates the current use of plastic to ship and flag the tree.