When every second counts and absolute precision is required, people need technology that intuitively supports them. Polaris, this surgical lighting equipment, functions effortlessly and ensures every detail is accounted for. To achieve this, the operating theatre light system combines advanced lighting technology with a design that confidently meets the demands of one of the most complex work environments. Functionally, Polaris ensures homogeneous light distribution, brilliant colour rendering and innovative 3D shadow compensation, which actively compensates for objects casting shadows in the operating field. Designwise, Polaris follows an evolutionary approach: Based on the predecessor model, a clear and familiar design language has been further developed, which remains approachable despite its technical precision. Ergonomics, infection prevention, and intuitive user guidance were focused on during the design process. Sleek shapes, seamless surfaces, and recurring formal motifs reduce visual volume and create a calm, uncluttered appearance – an ideal relief from the often hectic physical and emotional daily work in the operating theatre. The challenge of combining technical complexity with intuitive usability was mastered through a holistic, iterative design process: Interdisciplinary teams from design, technology and usability worked closely together, supported by continuous feedback from clinical users. The result is a modular system that flexibly adapts to individual operating theatre procedures and offers consistent user guidance across various operating options – from touch control to wall mounting and sterile handles. The jury’s verdict: “Polaris embodies the combination of highly functional medical technology with sophisticated, user-centred design. The operating theatre light impresses with its clear, contemporary design language, which visually demonstrates technological excellence. Functions such as 3D shadow compensation, modular adaptability, and intuitive operating concepts are seamlessly integrated and easily comprehensible. The futuristic, confident appearance enhances trust and underscores the company’s commitment to innovation. Polaris not only improves the surgical workflow, but also shapes the visual identity of modern operating theatre environments."
