Research
Production of Customized Electric Powered Table–Led Display using Engraved Plexiglas
This paper enunciates the viability and durability of Plexiglas material based on characteristic strength, shatterproof properties and brilliance. The paper explores the suitability of Plexiglas in the display of information in outdoor advertising. Plexiglas is also appropriate for indoor décor because of flexibility, easy to shape and not too sharp edges. The paper utilized Plexiglas as a key material in the production of customized electric powered table–led display for selected principal officers of Olabisi Onabanjo University Ago-Iwoye. Findings shows that the LED lamp add ambience and aesthetics to the office of the principal officers, Plexiglas material gives durability to the lamp and enhance the allure of its illumination and customization of the souvenirs with images and positions of the university officers celebrates the accomplishments of the individuals.
Capacity-Building in Waste Wealth: Reusing of Discarded Tires for Making Homeuse Furniture
This paper discussed the capacity-building and its relevance in the transformation of waste to wealth. The study enunciated that capacity building strategies harness creative skills for stimulating entrepreneurial opportunities. It emphasized that entrepreneurial ideas in the areas of waste to wealth contribute immensely to the economic growth of developing countries to create sustainable jobs. The paper noted that reusing tires and other was items is more environmentally sustainable recycling processes which pollute the environment. However, the researchers skillfully reused discarded tires in producing home use furniture. Foam and Adire fabric were utilized as a cover for the produced furniture for usability and attractiveness. Metal stands were affixed underneath the furniture to achieve balance and durability. The produced furniture are suitable for homes and public use.
Promoting Made in Nigeria Leather Products: A Case Study Nigeria Leather Products on E-Commerce Platform
This paper focused on assessing the viability of promoting made in Nigeria leather products on electronic commerce platforms using the leather products produced in Nigeria Institute of Leather Science and Technology, Zaria (NILEST) as a case study. The paper acknowledged the quality and competitive market value of NILEST leather products. Promoted leather products were purposively selected and arranged for a photographic session. Each of the leather works were photographed from different sides. The photographed product images were enhanced on the computer and uploaded for promotion into an existing ecommerce platform. The opinions of one hundred thirty (130) e-commerce shoppers were sampled through a closed questionnaire. The outcome showed that appealing display of leather works from all sides on an e-commerce platform gives shoppers a convincing grasp of the promoted products and this can influence patronage of the leather works. It was recommended that the leather industry should explore the limitless capabilities offered by e-commerce to leverage an impressive market acceptance transcending geographical barriers. Also, makers of leather products must embrace best practices in their value-chain of production to churn out appealing leather works that attracts patronage online.
