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NY Product Design Awards
Industrial, Tools & Engineering
Purpose in every part.
Precision in every detail.
Industrial, Tools & Engineering
Built to perform.
Designed for people.
The NY Product Design Awards recognizes industrial equipment, tools, and engineering products that improve how work gets done. Thoughtful controls, reliable function, and considered form turn complex requirements into useful solutions.
Who can enter
Product designers, manufacturers, engineering companies, technology firms, design studios, independent creators, and students worldwide.
What you can submit
Concepts, work in progress, and completed products created within the last five years.
How it works
Submit online. Present your design through images and supporting materials. No physical samples.
View Entry GuidelinesIndustrial, Tools & Engineering Categories
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Show what works.
Industrial Equipment, Machinery & Automation
- IE270013D Printing & Scanning
Systems creating, digitizing, and inspecting objects through three-dimensional technologies.
- IE27002AI & Automation Systems
Intelligent systems automating industrial processes, decisions, and repetitive operations.
- IE27003Cleaning & Suction Equipment
Equipment removing dust, debris, liquids, or industrial contaminants.
- IE27004Control & Operational Technology
Systems monitoring, controlling, and operating machinery or industrial processes.
- IE27005Detection, Measurement & Testing Technology
Technologies detecting conditions and measuring, verifying, or testing performance.
- IE27006Event Technology
Technical systems supporting event production, presentation, staging, and audience experiences.
- IE27007Gate & Door Systems
Automated or mechanical systems controlling building and facility access.
- IE27008Industrial Components
Parts supporting the assembly, operation, and maintenance of industrial systems.
- IE27009Industrial Equipment & Machinery
Machines and equipment supporting manufacturing, processing, handling, or production.
- IE27010Lighting Components
Components enabling industrial, commercial, or specialized lighting applications.
- IE27011Printing & Scanning Equipment
Equipment producing, reproducing, digitizing, or processing printed information.
- IE27012Safety Technology
Technologies protecting workers, equipment, facilities, and industrial operations.
- IE27013Switches & Timers
Devices controlling electrical functions, operating sequences, and scheduled actions.
- IE27014Transaction & Terminal Systems
Systems supporting payments, transactions, customer service, and self-service operations.
- IE27015Workstation Systems
Integrated workstations supporting specialized industrial, technical, or operational tasks.
- IE27000New Category
Heating & Air Conditioning Technology
- AC27001Air Conditioning & Distribution Systems
Systems cooling and distributing conditioned air throughout interior environments.
- AC27002Air Quality & Humidity Systems
Systems purifying air and managing indoor moisture or humidity.
- AC27003Building Automation & Control Systems
Connected systems automatically managing building climate, comfort, and energy use.
- AC27004Heating Systems & Radiators
Technologies producing and distributing heat through radiators or related systems.
- AC27005Renewable HVAC & Energy Systems
Low-impact heating and cooling systems using renewable energy sources.
- AC27006Ventilation & Airflow Systems
Systems circulating fresh air and managing indoor airflow and ventilation.
- AC27007Water Heating Systems
Systems heating, storing, and distributing water for domestic or commercial use.
- AC27000New Category
Robotics
- RB27001Autonomous & Exploration Robots
Self-navigating robots designed for mobility, inspection, mapping, or exploration.
- RB27002Cleaning & Maintenance Robots
Robots performing cleaning, inspection, upkeep, or routine maintenance tasks.
- RB27003Collaborative & Industrial Robots
Robots supporting manufacturing while working independently or alongside people.
- RB27004Companion, Service & Utility Robots
Robots providing assistance, services, companionship, delivery, or practical support.
- RB27005Humanoid Robots
Human-shaped robots designed for natural movement, interaction, or task performance.
- RB27006Robotic Components
Parts enabling robotic movement, sensing, control, communication, and operation.
- RB27007Toy & Educational Robots
Robots encouraging play, learning, coding, and interactive exploration.
- RB27000New Category
Social Design
- ES27001Design for Environment
Industrial concepts addressing environmental protection or ecological challenges.
- ES27002Design for Public Awareness
Industrial products informing communities and encouraging public awareness.
- ES27003Design for Society
Industrial concepts supporting accessibility, inclusion, and community wellbeing.
- ES27004Design for Sustainability
Industrial products promoting responsible resources, production, and long-term use.
- ES27005Designs for Social Impact
Industrial concepts creating meaningful benefits for communities or underserved groups.
- ES27006Eco-Sustainable Design
Environmentally responsible products reducing waste, emissions, and resource consumption.
- ES27000New Category
Tools
- TL27001Automotive & Rescue ToolsNEW
Specialized tools supporting vehicle maintenance, recovery, and emergency rescue.
- TL27002Construction Equipment
Heavy-duty equipment supporting building, infrastructure, and construction work.
- TL27003Garden Tools
Tools supporting planting, landscaping, pruning, and garden maintenance.
- TL27004Hand & Home Tools
Manual tools supporting household repairs, assembly, maintenance, and improvement.
- TL27005Ladders & Access Equipment
Equipment providing safe access to elevated or difficult work areas.
- TL27006Measurement & Design TechnologyNEW
Technologies supporting precise measurement, modeling, planning, and technical design.
- TL27007Power & Industrial Tools
Powered and heavy-duty tools supporting manufacturing, construction, and maintenance.
- TL27008Safety & Work Protection
Equipment and clothing protecting workers from workplace hazards and injuries.
- TL27009Storage & Workstations
Systems organizing, securing, and supporting tools within work environments.
- TL27010Surveillance, Inspection & Drone SystemsNEW
Systems supporting remote monitoring, inspection, imaging, and aerial assessment.
- TL27011Tool Accessories
Components expanding, replacing, or improving the function of tools.
- TL27012Work & Construction Lighting
Portable and fixed lighting supporting construction and professional work areas.
- TL27000New Category
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Performance begins with design.
2027 · Entry information
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Professional first entryFrom $209 USD
Early Bird rate. A $30 annual administrative fee applies per entrant.
Early Bird
Dec 9, 2026Regular
Jan 20, 2027Final
Feb 17, 2027Final Extension
Mar 17, 2027Full results announcementMay 14, 2027
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Judging & criteria
Every detail.
Every decision.
Through blind judging, an international jury evaluates the submitted design across four criteria.
Creativity & Innovation
Originality and the thinking behind the solution.
Finishing & Functionality
Quality, usability, safety, and execution.
Impact
The effect on people and the environment.
Award-winning industrial products
Purpose-built.
Recognized.
Geological Mapping and Sampling Quadruped Robot
Robotics - Exploration Robots
Dawn Fountain Dispenser
Industrial Equipment, Machinery & Automation - Equipment
ONO|PICK - Merged Warehousing and Robotic Picking
Industrial Equipment, Machinery & Automation - Operating Technology
The World’s First Mushroom Coffin
Social Design - Design for Sustainability
RYC New-Generation Mobile Energy Storage & Charging Vehicle
Robotics - New CategoryWhy enter
Put your expertise
in the spotlight.
A dedicated
place for your design.
A winner profile brings your product, entrant details, and design story together in the NY Product Design Awards gallery.
An achievement
you can share.
Digital certificates, winner badges, and promotional materials help communicate your award.
More to the story
than an award.
Winner interview access offers a way to share the people, process, and decisions behind your work.
The purpose behind it
Explain the problem, intended users, and decisions that make the design work. Keep your written description to 350 words or less.
From overall form to close detail
Show the whole product, important components, controls, and contact points. Include views that explain scale, handling, and the working environment.
Make the function clear
Use technical drawings, a PDF, or a short video to explain operation, assembly, maintenance, or features that still images cannot show.
Before you enter
A little
clarity.
Questions about entering industrial equipment or tools?
Talk to Our TeamWho can enter the Industrial, Tools & Engineering Design Awards?
Product designers, manufacturers, engineering companies, technology firms, design studios, independent creators, and students worldwide may enter.
Can I enter a concept or an unfinished design?
Yes. Concepts, work in progress, and completed products are eligible. Explain the project’s development stage clearly. Work submitted must have been created within the last 5 years.
Do I need to ship a product or physical prototype?
No. Entries are submitted and judged online using your images, description, and supporting materials. Physical samples are not required.
Can I enter the same design in more than one subcategory?
Yes. Select each relevant subcategory when submitting. Additional-category pricing applies when submitted with your first entry; later submissions are charged at the first-entry rate.
What should I include in an industrial product design entry?
Present the overall design, important details, and how the product works. Use clear images and a concise description of the purpose, design decisions, and intended users. Include supporting drawings, a PDF, or a video link where helpful.
How are entries evaluated?
An international jury evaluates entries through blind judging using Form, Creativity & Innovation, Finishing & Functionality, and Impact. See the Awards page for the judging process and award levels.
NY Industrial, Tools & Engineering Design Awards