On Cloudswift 4 · 3D Integrated Eyelet
On Cloudswift 4: 3D Integrated Eyelet
The Cloudswift 4 uses a breathable one-piece upper, standard lacing and an updated cage. Our component challenge was to bring five reinforced lace openings and a shaped support panel into one coherent 3D part—then make sure it could sit cleanly within that upper architecture.
The challenge
Five lace openings needed to behave like one component.
A molded eyelet panel is small, but it affects lacing alignment, the upper appearance and the way the reinforcement meets the cage. For this case, we needed to organize the opening positions, raised rings, vertical channels, outer profile and attachment area as one system—not five isolated holes added late in development.
Our work
What We Did
We focused on the geometry, material, interfaces and checks needed to move the part into shoe testing.
Mapped the lacing path
We began with the upper drawing and positioned all five openings around the intended lace route, spacing and midfoot coverage.
Built the reinforcement into the shape
We developed the raised opening rings, connecting channels and panel profile together so the part had a consistent visual and structural language.
Aligned it with the upper and cage
We reviewed the edge profile, color direction and attachment area against the one-piece upper and nearby cage instead of developing the eyelet in isolation.
Prepared the right approval checks
The team could inspect opening quality, geometry and finish first, then confirm lace alignment, attachment and fit in the assembled shoe.
Result
The Result
The development path turned several lacing details into one defined 3D component. That gave the footwear team a clearer part to review for appearance, opening consistency and upper integration before the complete shoe moved through fit validation.
In the finished shoe: On describes the Cloudswift 4 with a one-piece upper, standard lacing and an updated cage for midfoot lockdown. The eyelet sits inside that system. We help define and validate the component interface, while the final fit, cushioning and ride come from the complete shoe.
References
Sources
The project brief confirms the component. The brand page provides the finished-shoe context.
Scope: Our work in this case centers on the five-opening 3D eyelet component. On’s cushioning, traction and overall fit statements describe the complete Cloudswift 4.
| Reference | Used for |
|---|---|
| Project brief | Confirms the footwear model and component named in this case. |
| On — Cloudswift 4 official product page ↗ | Provides the finished-shoe construction and product context. |
| FX Footwear — 3D Integrated Eyelet System ↗ | Explains our relevant component platform and development scope. |
FAQ
Common Questions
Why integrate the five eyelets into one molded part?
It lets the openings, reinforcement and panel shape be developed as one system. That can simplify the design conversation and gives the team one component to review for spacing, finish and upper alignment.
What information should you send us first?
The upper drawing, lace-opening locations, cage or overlay geometry, edge profile, color direction, attachment method, size range and your component-level acceptance checks.
What can we validate before full shoe assembly?
We can review the molded geometry, opening consistency, surface finish, color and main dimensions. Lace alignment, attachment quality and fit still need to be checked on the assembled upper and shoe.
Is this the part that creates the Cloudswift 4’s cushioning?
No. This component belongs to the lacing and upper system. Midsole cushioning, outsole traction and the overall ride are created and validated elsewhere in the finished shoe.
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