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On-brand, in-hand, and ahead of the curve

This soldering iron slots straight into iFixit’s ecosystem – but it doesn’t just blend in, it levels up. We dialled in a design language that speaks fluent iFixit: clean, honest, and purpose-built. But then we sharpened the edges, refining every curve and contour to create a tool that feels as good as it looks.

It’s sleek without being flashy, smart without being complicated, and comfortable enough to disappear in your hand when you’re in the zone. A quiet achiever, by design.

Fix, don’t flick

This tool isn’t just for soldering – it’s for starting a movement. We designed it to champion repair over replacement, to make fixing feel less like a chore and more like a flex.

From tight component work to quick fixes, it empowers users to extend the life of their gear and stick it to planned obsolescence while they’re at it.

Sharp where it counts

This isn’t some watered-down consumer gadget pretending to be pro. It’s built from the inside out for speed, accuracy, and finesse. Instant heat-up, surgical control, and a tip that means business—it’s the kind of tool that turns first-timers into lifelong fixers. It’s precision with punch.

The repairable repair tool

Here’s a wild idea: what if the tool you use to fix stuff was also… fixable? Radical, we know. This soldering iron was built with disassembly in mind. Modular components, no proprietary traps, and screws where screws should be.

Because repairability shouldn’t stop at the things you’re working on – it should include the tools you’re working with.

Beauty in the details, purpose in the form

This is what happens when nothing’s left to chance. From the anti-roll geometry to the grip-enhancing textures, every aspect of the soldering iron was obsessively refined—not just to look sharp, but to work smart.

The body shape fits naturally in the hand; the surface finishes feel precise, not precious. It’s design that disappears in use, but rewards a closer look. No fluff, no filler – just form that follows real function, beautifully.

“Like the soldering iron they helped design, the team was fast, responsive, and highly skilled. They quickly grasped our users' needs and delivered an intuitive, user-friendly design with impressive efficiency.”
brett hartt /// chief engineer, ifixit

The process behind the precision

This was a hands-on, iterative process from day one. We 3D printed. We tested. We refined. Getting the in-hand feel just right meant building and evaluating physical prototypes, over and over, because designing for use means designing in context.

We also zoomed out to think system-wide: how this tool integrates into iFixit’s ecosystem, how it stores, travels, and complements the broader kit. It’s the kind of process that doesn’t always show up in the final form, but it’s there in every detail.

A collaboration that’s more than cosmetic

This project wasn’t about ticking boxes. It was about designing a tool that means something – to the user, to the planet, and to a repair-first culture.

Together with Spanner PD and iFixit, we turned an idea into a tool that does more than solder – it shifts mindsets. One fix at a time.

Playful, Practical, Pyrex

Pyrex Littles isn’t just a product – it’s Pyrex making a move. Into smaller footprints, smarter systems, and kid-friendly design that fits seamlessly into family life. At home and on the go.

This range repositions the brand for a new generation: design-conscious, eco-minded, and craving function without the fuss. Sized for little hands and built for big messes, it’s the same trusted performance, just dialled into real life. Modular, durable, and with just enough attitude to stand out.

Storage that Plays Nice

Littles brings order to the chaos with a storage system that makes sense, especially for life with kids. A unified footprint means the silicone containers fit where they’re supposed to – in drawers, fridges, lunch bags, and real life. Universal lids keep things simple, and the compact design punches above its weight in space-saving smarts.

Designed with families in mind, it’s storage that doesn’t sprawl. Everything syncs. Everything fits together. Everything just works

Modular Meets Mindful

Every container, every lid, every part of the Pyrex Littles set is designed to work together. Stack it. Swap it. Stash it. Then switch it up the next day. The flexible silicone lids adapt easily to whatever you’re storing, from frozen fruit to dry snacks, creating a secure seal without fuss. Designed for real-life reuse, the silicone holds its shape, keeps its stretch, and handles the daily shuffle without wearing out.

And because it’s built to be used again and again, Littles helps families cut down on single-use plastics in kids’ lunches, making sustainability part of the everyday routine. It’s a simple system that flexes to fit your food and your values.

Small Scale, Big Vision

Every great product starts with a plan. For Littles, we mapped the path from insight to execution, aligning user needs, material strategy, and brand goals from day one. The roadmap was grounded in research, revealing clear gaps for meaningful innovation. But more than just a launch strategy, it laid the foundation for a longer-term product ecosystem.

By identifying where the brand could go next, we helped Pyrex build a pipeline of ideas – turning a single product into a platform, and short-term success into sustained value.

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Seal the Deal

Kids are relentless product testers. That’s why we engineered and patented a unique sealing system for Littles – one that could take the hits (and squeezes and drops) without leaking, yet still be easy to assemble and pull apart for a proper clean.

The screw-down cap creates a secure, reliable seal every time. No wrestling, no mystery mould, just a smooth twist that locks in freshness and peace of mind. It’s performance by design, and it’s built to handle real life.

From Sketch to Shelf

This wasn’t just a design handoff, it was a guided launch. We partnered with Pyrex from the earliest insights through to final production, making sure every detail stayed true to the vision. With our network of trusted manufacturing partners, we worked closely with the factory to preserve design intent, resolve challenges in real time, and ensure the end result met the high standards we set together.

From roadmap to rollout, we helped bring Littles to life – not just as a product, but as a powerful new direction for the brand.

“Alquemy brings a rare balance of design, business insight, and smart technology application. They worked closely with our team to develop strategic roadmaps for Pyrex and Instant Pot. They are not only outstanding design consultants but also genuinely good people.”
TANIA ALDOUS // VP OF DESIGN AT INSTANT BRANDS