At ZUM Radio, we believe that great design doesn't just end with what's inside a product. The Elite 3.5 LCD ZUMspot's custom injection molded case was designed to be the sleekest, lightweight, and durable case on the market. Many hams are already familiar with our cases, but what they don't know is the behind-the-scenes process of converting an innovative idea into a reality. In this blog post, we will take you step-by-step through the process to give you an inside look into how our ZUMspot case became what it is today. Current Elite 3.5 LCD ZUMspot case Early design: In 2019, our team started the development of a new case to replace the previous acrylic design. Our goals were to maximize the efficiency of the assembling process, and to switch to a more cost-effective polycarbonate material. These changes would allow us to cut down on costs while increasing the sturdiness of the case material. Additionally, we wanted to design a case that would allow the user to see wh