Protocase Inc. recently launched its newest division.
Planar Creations, the maker of artistic custom tiles, uses Protocase's mass
customization equipment to bring the project to life.
With this latest venture, Protocase has combined their
versatile mass manufacturing operation with an ancient craft to create a modern
form of commercial and residential artwork.
“It’s a new artistic medium,” explains Doug Milburn, Vice
President of Protocase and head of the Planar Creations division. The formation
of the new division was inspired by Cape
Breton
Planar Creations products are well-suited to commercial
uses, allowing businesses to have their office spaces and stores appealing to
clients. The tiles can be designed to portray business logos or brands.
Residential custom tiles can be used for detailed décor on floors, counter
tops, tub surrounds or backsplashes. Planar Creations work with many materials
including, porcelain, ceramic, vinyl, even carpeting materials are being
considered.
The process in which the custom tiles are created is
extremely detail oriented and intricate. Designs are first produced through
software and then transferred to the water jet cutter which creates the designs
on tiles through water pressure nearly twice the speed of light.
Planar Creations is getting ready to launch their ‘Design
a Day’ campaign. Encouraging artistic amateurs to create tile designs, custom
tiles will be featured through their website and upcoming catalog.
Originally appeared in
NextGen Cape
