IBEX INNOVATION AWARDS
Which companies and products are making significant contributions to marine technology? How can your company benefit from this award-winning technology?
Each of the products listed below were honoured as Innovation Award Winners at IBEX 2014 for the potential solutions they provide to marine businesses.
Environmental Award
BluSkies International: Diurnal Control Valve
Environmental compliance can be challenging for the boatbuilders but this valve is a low- cost and compact solution to EPA regulation. Judy Waldman, Innovation Award judge observed that it was “A simple answer to a very complex problem.”
Environmental Award
BluSkies International: Diurnal Control Valve
Environmental compliance can be challenging for the boatbuilders but this valve is a low- cost and compact solution to EPA regulation. Judy Waldman, Innovation Award judge observed that it was “A simple answer to a very complex problem.”
Deck Equipment & Hardware Award
Taco Metals: Stainless Steel Ratchet Hinge
With wide application potential for boats of all sizes – this is a high quality, sturdy construction that can be customized for discreet solutions. Innovation Award judge, Mark Masciarotte calls it a “Marvel of engineering that provides precision, high strength ratcheted performance.”
Furnishings & Interior Parts Winner
Kenyon International: Silken Grill Lid
This cover solves multiple problems – for anyone who has ever burned themselves on a hot grill cover, this soft and flexible silicone top, stays cool, collapses for stowing and is easy to clean. “Better soft and cool than hard and hot,” says Ben Ellison, Innovation Award judge. “Take it from an expert.”
Electrical Systems Winner
Marinco/Mastervolt: ProInstaller Series Clustering System
This system will greatly simplify and speed up electrical installations and modifications in a smaller overall footprint. Beth Leonard, Innovation Award judge noted that “It is like Lincoln Logs for marine installers.”
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To see all of the 2014 winners, please visit http://www.ibexshow.com/innovation-awards.php
