AeroForce Leaf Blower
It started with a pizza box
The best leaf blowers move the most air, so I studied similar technologies and the physics behind airflow.
By using a Venturi valve, I found a way to boost volume and efficiency at minimal cost.
Five minutes later, with scissors, tape, and a pizza box, my first prototype came to life.
Test and Validate
Once the rough concept was tested, we took it to the lab for independent validation. The results confirmed that the air volume and performance improved by 141%.
How it Works
High-velocity air from the motor (shown in blue) is directed across the opening. As it moves over the opening, it creates a pressure difference that draws in additional air (shown in red), increasing total airflow. This combined stream is then compressed and accelerated through the tube.
Prototype and Prove
With the first prototype complete, we built a more robust sample to test in the field with customers.
Design
Working with the factory, I designed the leaf blower to deliver maximum performance while giving it a bold, eye-catching look that stands out both on the shelf and online.
Test and Manufacture
With our first 3D-printed prototypes in hand, we headed to the lab for testing. The results were dramatic. The new blower tube delivered 142% more air volume and sent leaves flying 50% farther.
Launch
At launch, the AeroForce Leaf Blower earned tier-one marketing support, headlined by national TV campaigns in 2017 and 2018. The response was strong, over 60,000 units sold in Canada, establishing it as a category leader.
Its success sparked two additional models built on the same technology, and in 2019 Canadian Tire secured a utility patent, cementing AeroForce as both a commercial and technological breakthrough.