The Hardware Show 2024 Innovation Awards acknowledge the most exceptional products, technologies, and initiatives within various sectors of the hardware industry. From groundbreaking tools and sustainable materials to innovative smart solutions, this process is designed to spotlight the most transformative, forward-thinking innovations.
In recent months, Hardware Show Exhibitors were invited to submit their most groundbreaking creations for evaluation and recognition. A distinguished panel of judges, (details below) composed of industry experts and thought leaders, meticulously assessed the entries with samples provided by the entrants, based on their creativity, practicality, and potential to drive significant change within the hardware sector.
Following this process, a list of esteemed products were Shortlisted to the final round of The Innovation Awards.
All shortlisted products were displayed at The Hardware Show.
All shortlisted candidates were invited to present their product to the judging panel, Dragon’s Den style, before The Hardware Show.
Category winners were announced on the Sunday of The Hardware Show at The HAI stand, with HAI President, Paul Candon, and Martin Masterson from Ahern Ireland (Innovation Awards sponsor) presenting the awards to the winners.
The inaugural Sustainability Award winner, and Overall Product Winner announced at The President’s Ball that evening.
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The Innovation Awards 2024 Results
OVERALL WINNER
Soudal Ireland
SWS Airtight Foam Kit
SUSTAINABILTY AWARD
Hygeia
Nature Safe Seaweed Enriched Feed
BUILD
Category Winner:
Soudal Ireland – SWS Airtight Foam Kit
Highly Commended:
Wavin Ireland Ltd – Wavin Tigris K5/M5
Shortlisted:
Joseph Murphy Ballina Ltd: pureAir HVAC In-Duct Air Purification
KORE Insulation: KORE Insulated Foundation System
PWG Ireland: Droople
Tradex Supplies: Efflorescence Blocker & Sealer
HARDWARE/DIY
Category Winner:
OX Tools UK – BORA Centipede
Highly Commended:
Central Key & Hardware Co – Varifocal Safety Glasses
Commended:
Crown Paints Ireland Ltd – Crown Trade Clean Extreme Clean Air Scrubbable Matt
Shortlisted:
Blaklader Workwear: Intelligent Thermal Vest
DART Tool Group: DART Double Magnetic Bit Holder
Mascot Workwear: Customized Ultimate Trousers made from 83% Recycled Polyester and 17% Elastane
OZX Group: Mandrex – “One Click” Holesaw System
Whiteriver Group: Bjelin
GARDEN
Category Winner:
Simpson Strong-Tie: Design Series – Decorative Hardware for Garden Structures
Highly Commended:
DS Supplies Ltd – MultyHome Ecotrend
Shortlisted:
Harp Renewables: Infusion
Hygeia: Nature Safe Seaweed Enriched Feed
MI Flues Ltd: DekDrain Edge
HOME
Category Winner:
Luceco – Evolve
Shortlisted:
Drumblur Ltd: Bee Wash Bag
Joseph Murphy Ballina Ltd: Active HEPA+ with ODOGard® Pro
Karcher Ireland: RCV 5 Robot Vacuum Cleaner
Highlights 2024
About the 2024 Judges
