
With recent temperature increases, there's a growing practical demand for parasols with heat-shielding performance.
However, fabrics with high heat-shielding properties tend to be thicker and heavier. When combined with a one-touch automatic opening/closing function and a large size, this created a challenge: they became bulky and lost portability. The development of a product that could protect against heat without taking up much space in a bag. That was the starting point for "VERYKAL LARGE Flat."
Our goal was practicality, not only for sun protection but also for mitigating the heat from direct sunlight.
However, achieving "high heat-shielding," "large size," and "one-touch automatic opening/closing" while simultaneously maintaining a "flat thinness that fits into the gaps of a bag" were contradictory elements in conventional designs. The biggest challenge was how to suppress the volume when stored while maintaining the umbrella's strength.
So, we reevaluated the parts from scratch and worked on a structural design that incorporated all functions into a flat form.
We adopted lightweight and flexible carbon fiber for the frame and "HEATBLOCK," a thin, three-layer next-generation light-blocking fabric, for the canopy. Through thorough verification of the arrangement when folded, we created a slim all-weather umbrella measuring approximately 2.5 cm thick and weighing about 260 g.
This product was recognized for its harmony of size and functionality, earning it the "Makuake Of The Year 2024" award.
For users who want to travel lightly regardless of the weather, whether commuting or on business trips, we hope this product provides reliable peace of mind in their bags. We will continue to pursue products that make daily life more comfortable, based on our proven technology.