PIEPS IPS

PIEPS approached us with the task of supporting them in the development of the LVS MINI IPS.
The PIEPS MINI IPS is a compact avalanche transceiver that combines advanced safety technology with a clear, intuitive user experience. Designed for use in demanding alpine environments, it offers reliable performance in a remarkably small and robust form. The device guides users confidently through the search process and provides dependable functionality even under challenging conditions — making it a trusted companion for both beginners and experienced mountaineers.

The design challenge quickly became clear: the product needed to be improved on several levels.
Due to the nature of the product typology, meaningful improvements could only be achieved through close collaboration with both the engineering team and end users. Looking back, the development process spanned a long period during which dozens of prototypes were built, compared, tested, modified, retested, and refined.

The final product aesthetics are the result of an uncompromising focus on safety, intuitive interaction, technical excellence, and ergonomic quality.
The outcome is a product that, given these constraints, we believe simply couldn’t be more beautiful.