Case Study: HelmetFit achieves faster, safer football helmet inflation with Delve

HelmetFit adopts Delve’s helmet inflation system for 100+ teams

HelmetFit, a company founded by a former football player, faced the challenge of improving the outdated hand-pump system used to inflate air bladders inside football helmets. Research showed a clear link between inadequate helmet fit and concussion severity, but the existing process was cumbersome and often ignored. HelmetFit engaged the vendor Delve to design a new, innovative helmet inflation system that would be faster, easier, safer, and more precise.

Delve designed and engineered a patented, app-controlled electric pump system. The solution consists of a handheld pump that communicates via Bluetooth with a mobile app to measure, record, and maintain a custom fit for every player. The result was a successful product adopted by more than 100 teams from youth programs to the NFL. Delve's work for HelmetFit was recognized with a 2nd Place Design Value Award for delivering significant value through design.

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