There is no shortage of innovation taking place in the fluid power and electric motion control industries, especially now as trends such as digitalization, electrification and automation continue to make a greater impact.
To help celebrate technological developments in hydraulics, pneumatics, electronics and related components, Power & Motion — in conjuction with affiliate brands in Endeavor Business Media's Design & Engineering group — is launching the 2024 EDGE Awards. Formerly known as the IDEA Awards, the EDGE Awards celebrate the innovative products, technologies, systems and services within the design and engineering industry.
Companies interested in spotlighting their newest product developments from the past year can submit an entry for a chance to be named an EDGE Award winner. There are a total of 14 categories in which a product can be submitted including:
- Motion Control Components: Pneumatic, hydraulic, and electric motion control components and systems including actuators, cylinders, ball screws, motors and drives, and accessories such as fasteners, bearings, belts, and chains, as well as fluids, filters, and compressed air systems.
- Automation and Controls: PLC, SCADA, and networks and software used to manage control systems and data.
- Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping: 3D printing machines, materials, and software, as well as interfaces to CAD and machine tools for post-processing
- Test, Measurement, Sensors and Software: Test and measurement equipment and sensors that measure things including electrical, photons, speed, temperature, vibration, positioning, dimensional accuracy, defect detection and other operational parameters, as well as the software needed to effectively analyze the sensor data.
- Tools, Design and Operations Software: EDA, CAD, CAM, CAE, Digital Twin, modeling and simulation software as well as application tools and operating systems to assist the design engineer. This category also includes IDEs, compilers and middleware.
View the full list of categories and how to enter.
There will be a winner and two honorees highlighted for each category (categories subject to change at the editors' discretion contingent on the scope of products received). Winners will receive a physical award commemorating their product’s win to showcase at their office and booth at key industry events. The single product that receives the highest number of votes across all categories will receive the Leading Edge Award.
Companies are welcome to submit as many new products as they like. Submissions can be made here. The early bird deadline for entries is May 27, 2024 and the final entry deadline is June 21, 2024.
Additional facts about the 2024 EDGE Awards
What constitutes a “New Product”?
All products must have been introduced for the first time within a 12-month period beginning May 27, 2023, and ending May 27, 2024. Significant upgrades to existing products may be submitted but will be accepted at the discretion of the editorial staff. Entrants may submit products in a specific category, but that category may be changed at the discretion of the editorial staff.
Why enter?
Entering your new product(s) in the EDGE Award competition will provide exposure for your products and your company. Accepted entries will receive online coverage of their product to be distributed through our various channels including magazine, newsletters, websites and social media.
Who selects EDGE Award winners?
Voting is open ONLY to all eligible and qualified readers of Machine Design, Electronic Design, Power & Motion, Microwaves & RF, Laser Focus World, Military + Aerospace Electronics, and Vision Systems Design who work in the engineering community. Ineligible votes from non-qualified participants will not be considered.
