Compact Cordless Screwdriver for Everyday Professional Use
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The Pro Mini is a compact cordless screwdriver built on the same platform as Fiskars' Pro line. Small enough to clip to a belt and carry all day, but powerful enough to handle the work that actually comes up on a job site.
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Umeå Institute of Design
Fiskars
Nicolò Vincenzi
2024
3 weeks
The Challenge
Rethinking the daily driver
Most compact screwdrivers compromise somewhere. They're either too weak for real work or too fragile to last. Starting from the proven components of Fiskars' Pro line, the goal was to design something that doesn't give anything up.
Intuitive Interaction
Every control, where you expect it
Grip, trigger, and feedback are tuned so the tool disappears into the task: predictable torque, a balanced hold, and quick access to power and attachment points—so professionals stay focused on the work, not on decoding the interface.
Built for Whoever Needs It
The Pro Mini doesn't belong to one trade. Whether you're running cable, assembling furniture on-site, or fitting panels in a tight cabinet, it's compact enough to carry everywhere and capable enough to get the job done.
Refining Through Prototyping
Printed shells and foam mockups were used to test the things you can't evaluate on screen: how the tool sits in the hand, where the buttons land under your thumb, and whether the balance feels right when you're working overhead.
