Helen Wiehr
Founder
HS
HEZO Sports
Hezo utilizes a mobile app to create custom 3D shoe models based on individual foot measurements, which are then produced using 3D printing technology. This approach eliminates the issues of ill-fitting shoes and reduces waste by enabling on-demand production with sustainable materials.
- Commerce & Shopping
- Hardware
- Manufacturing / Industry 4.0
- Retail Technology
Updated 7 months ago
Funding
Funding rounds are not available yet.
Founders
Carsten Kaldenhoff
Founder
Product
Problem
Traditional shoe manufacturing relies on standardized sizes, leading to ill-fitting footwear and discomfort for many individuals. This results in a high rate of returns, increased waste from unsold inventory, and a negative impact on the environment due to resource-intensive production processes.
Solution
Hezo offers custom-fit shoes created using 3D printing technology and a mobile app that captures individual foot measurements. This approach eliminates the need for standard sizing, ensuring a comfortable and precise fit tailored to each customer's unique foot shape. By producing shoes on-demand with sustainable materials, Hezo minimizes waste, reduces its carbon footprint, and promotes a circular economy. The modular design allows for easy recycling and replacement of individual components, extending the lifespan of the shoes and further reducing environmental impact.
Target Audience
Hezo's primary customers are individuals seeking comfortable, well-fitting shoes and who are environmentally conscious and value sustainable products.
Features
- Mobile app for capturing precise foot measurements using proprietary software
- 3D-printed modular inner shoe made from soft TPU for maximum comfort
- Customizable design options to personalize the look and feel of the shoes
- High-precision Fidlock magnetic twist closure for secure and easy fastening
- Aero-dimple structure for enhanced performance
- Replaceable tread caps for optimal grip and long-lasting protection
- On-demand production process eliminates excess inventory and waste
- Use of environmentally friendly mono-materials to facilitate recycling