2013 Product of the Year: Finalists
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Advanced signal analysis
Siemens’ ASAtechnology is a software-based solution that compares sensor signal data to sophisticated algorithms to differentiate between a fire emergency and harmless smoke, steam, or dust. » more
Aluminum lugs, splices
Blackburn Copper-Clad Aluminum Lugs and Splices from Thomas & Betts are designed exclusively for termination on copper-clad aluminum cable and have been UL listed. » more
Arc-resistant switchgear
Eaton’s arc-resistant switchgear is engineered to enhance operator safety, while the front-accessible design minimizes equipment footprint for utility, industrial, data center, institutional,... » more
Aspirating smoke detector plus monitoring
VESDA ECO Ex by Xtralis is a dual aspirating smoke and gas detector that provides multi-hole aspirating gas detector protection from both fire and gas threats in powerful yet cost-effective... » more
Automatic variable air volume damper
The SmartAire P by Tate is a pressure sensing, automatic variable air volume damper that minimizes bypass airflow through servers, racks, and other containment structures. » more
Bi-level dimming control
The SD1 Series LED module by Thomas Research Products works with two standard wall switches to allow bi-level step-dimming of LED luminaires. » more
Braided hose for sprinkler system
The AH2 Braided Hose Series by Victaulic is kink-resistant and offers a tight bend radius at 2 in. for easy installation. » more
Building system transparency application
Siemens’ Facility Prime mobile application for the APOGEE BAS enables fast, convenient, mobile interaction with a multitude of facility conditions. » more
Cable tray system
The Redi-Rail cable tray system by Cooper B-Line features an I-Beam side rail design, which reduces design time, installation cost, and procurement costs. » more
Change panel for indoor air temperature changes
Tate’s EcoCore Phase Change Panel incorporates the latest advances in micro-encapsulated phase change materials to reduce indoor air temperature fluctuations and save energy. » more
Clamps for solar panels
Kindorf Solar Panel Fittings from Thomas & Betts comes with Solar Panel Hold-Down Clamps and a Solar Panel Grounding Washer with features that enable fast and easy installation. » more
Clog-resistant grinder system
The SANICUBIC 1 by Saniflo is a pre-assembled simplex grinder designed to handle the wastewater and sewage streams from multiple plumbing fixtures. » more
Combination USB charger
The USB Duplex Tamper Resistant receptacle by Cooper Wiring Devices eliminates the need for bulky adapters by including two integrated USB charging ports rated at 2.1 A to charge virtually any... » more
Commercial lavatory system
Bradley’s Advocate AV Series Lavatory System is a touchless hand washer designed for a more sustainable, cleaner, and more efficient lavatory environment. » more
Communicating room sensor
The Allure EC-Smart-Vue communicating sensor is designed to interface with Distech Controls’ BACnet ECB Series and LONWORKS ECL Series controllers. » more
Compact soft starter
The DBS III with the integrated Altistart 22/48 soft start/stop unit by Schneider Electric is designed to improve performance and provide stable operation for refrigeration equipment. » more
Condenser fan pak
Schneider Electric’s Condenser Fan Pak solution incorporates floating high-pressure control and VSD fan operation for multi-fan, air-cooled chillers and condensers. » more
Critical load protection
Thomas & Betts Power Solutions has enabled the deployment of micro grids with its new Cyberex SuperSwitchGT, which offers autonomous operation and powering from distributed energy sources... » more
Data management software
Eaton’s Foreseer X-Class software empowers companies to monitor their entire power system in a single power management system. » more
DC disconnects
The bi-directional dc disconnect switches from Eaton are designed to enhance operator safety, extend equipment life, and reduce installation costs in both grounded and ungrounded systems. » more
Another year of innovation and technological advancement has led up to the ninth annual Product of the Year awards. This year, companies submitted their new and improved products to be judged for this distinguished honor. Here, we have listed the 112 finalists in each of the 10 categories.
Read about the products below. The results will appear in September 2013 in print and online.
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Voting for the 2013 Product of the Year will close on June 28, 2013.
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Finalists
Below are all of the 2013 Product of the Year finalists.
Advanced signal analysisSiemens’ ASAtechnology is a software-based solution that compares sensor signal data to sophisticated algorithms to differentiate between a fire emergency and harmless smoke, steam, or dust. » more
Aluminum lugs, splicesBlackburn Copper-Clad Aluminum Lugs and Splices from Thomas & Betts are designed exclusively for termination on copper-clad aluminum cable and have been UL listed. » more
Arc-resistant switchgearEaton’s arc-resistant switchgear is engineered to enhance operator safety, while the front-accessible design minimizes equipment footprint for utility, industrial, data center, institutional,... » more
Aspirating smoke detector plus monitoringVESDA ECO Ex by Xtralis is a dual aspirating smoke and gas detector that provides multi-hole aspirating gas detector protection from both fire and gas threats in powerful yet cost-effective... » more
Automatic variable air volume damperThe SmartAire P by Tate is a pressure sensing, automatic variable air volume damper that minimizes bypass airflow through servers, racks, and other containment structures. » more
Bi-level dimming controlThe SD1 Series LED module by Thomas Research Products works with two standard wall switches to allow bi-level step-dimming of LED luminaires. » more
Braided hose for sprinkler systemThe AH2 Braided Hose Series by Victaulic is kink-resistant and offers a tight bend radius at 2 in. for easy installation. » more
Building system transparency applicationSiemens’ Facility Prime mobile application for the APOGEE BAS enables fast, convenient, mobile interaction with a multitude of facility conditions. » more
Cable tray systemThe Redi-Rail cable tray system by Cooper B-Line features an I-Beam side rail design, which reduces design time, installation cost, and procurement costs. » more
Change panel for indoor air temperature changesTate’s EcoCore Phase Change Panel incorporates the latest advances in micro-encapsulated phase change materials to reduce indoor air temperature fluctuations and save energy. » more
Clamps for solar panelsKindorf Solar Panel Fittings from Thomas & Betts comes with Solar Panel Hold-Down Clamps and a Solar Panel Grounding Washer with features that enable fast and easy installation. » more
Clog-resistant grinder systemThe SANICUBIC 1 by Saniflo is a pre-assembled simplex grinder designed to handle the wastewater and sewage streams from multiple plumbing fixtures. » more
Combination USB chargerThe USB Duplex Tamper Resistant receptacle by Cooper Wiring Devices eliminates the need for bulky adapters by including two integrated USB charging ports rated at 2.1 A to charge virtually any... » more
Commercial lavatory systemBradley’s Advocate AV Series Lavatory System is a touchless hand washer designed for a more sustainable, cleaner, and more efficient lavatory environment. » more
Communicating room sensorThe Allure EC-Smart-Vue communicating sensor is designed to interface with Distech Controls’ BACnet ECB Series and LONWORKS ECL Series controllers. » more
Compact soft starterThe DBS III with the integrated Altistart 22/48 soft start/stop unit by Schneider Electric is designed to improve performance and provide stable operation for refrigeration equipment. » more
Condenser fan pakSchneider Electric’s Condenser Fan Pak solution incorporates floating high-pressure control and VSD fan operation for multi-fan, air-cooled chillers and condensers. » more
Critical load protectionThomas & Betts Power Solutions has enabled the deployment of micro grids with its new Cyberex SuperSwitchGT, which offers autonomous operation and powering from distributed energy sources... » more
Data management softwareEaton’s Foreseer X-Class software empowers companies to monitor their entire power system in a single power management system. » more
DC disconnectsThe bi-directional dc disconnect switches from Eaton are designed to enhance operator safety, extend equipment life, and reduce installation costs in both grounded and ungrounded systems. » more