One of the most exciting trends in the United States right now is the Maker Movement. Simply put, the idea is to use traditional processes combined with new technology to create products locally, with a handcrafted look and feel. With the advent of CAD design, 3D printers and using the internet to find resources, manufacturing is enjoying a renaissance at the local level.
Luke’s Toy Factory was born into that environment, with the idea of using waste materials to make toys. After successful Kickstarter.com project for their first toy, the EcoTruck Fire Truck, the company has expanded their line to five trucks, all using a Wood Plastic Composite (WPC) of 30% maple fiber combined with virgin polypropylene...
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