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  • Steel Molds Are Complete! (And NEW estimated shipping timeline...)

    Hello Songbird Family,

    It's official.  All the tools have been made, and we have test shots that are being evaluated for quality assurance.  Take a look at these parts!

    Once all QA is complete, the molds will be shipped overseas to our factory in Wisconsin to begin production.  That should take about 4-6 weeks.  The aluminum parts for the handlebar and rotating hanging bar are being produced all domestically in the USA.

    That puts us a little beyond our projected ship date of June 2025.  Based on our best estimates at this point, we should be able to ship some time in August or September 2025.  We are so grateful for your patience as we undertake this journey together.  We can't wait to show you the full assembly with all the manufactured parts!

    Yours Truly,

    Tina

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  • First shots off the mold!

    Hello Songbird Family,

    It's happening!  The Ultimate Hamper is literally taking shape one piece at a time.  The first molds have produced their first test shots.  We've created the button for the rotating mechanism, and the wheel caps.

    The trial quality control reports have been excellent, and we're looking forward to sharing more production videos as we prepare for manufacturing.

     

    Until next time, happy laundering!

    Your Truly,

    Tina

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  • Steel Molds Are Taking Shape

    Hello Songbird Family!

    The first steel molds have been produced!  The Ultimate Hamper is literally starting to take shape as we continue along the tooling process.  One of the first parts we're starting with is the hub for the rotating handle bar.  This is such an important feature, so it's definitely a priority.

    The largest part of the Ultimate Hamper is the bin.  Accordingly, this will be the largest and most complicated mold.  Our engineers have done an incredible job with the design.

    We can't wait to show you more as production rolls along.  Until then, happy laundering!

    Tina

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  • January Update: Tooling Kickoff

    Happy New Year, Songbird Family!

    We kicked off tooling for the Ultimate Hamper!  After working meticulously to finalize all design elements, the factory is now working on building the tools needed to mass produce the Ultimate Hamper.  This represents an incredible milestone. We’re grateful to all the engineers and designers we’ve worked with to get to this point. We’re still on track to begin deliveries around June 2025.

    In the rendering above, you’ll notice a new feature.  The top rear of the bin has two cutouts that serve as additional handles with which to lift and maneuver the Ultimate Hamper, especially when it’s heavy and full of laundry.  

    Thank you again for all your continued support.  This new year is off to a great start for Songbird!

    Yours Truly,

    Tina Kim Chan

    Founder/CEO

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