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Making innovation visible
The EISENaward powered by ZHH gives game-changing innovations a platform. It turns your new product into a powerful statement across the industry and your idea becomes a driver for the hardware sector.
International visibility
Showcase your innovation where the sector comes together and reach an international audience of retail and industry professionals, media and trade press.
Evaluation by an expert jury
Assessment by an independent jury of experts lends your innovation added credibility and signals quality across the market, sales and communications.
Presentation of finalists at the trade fair
The ten nominated products will be showcased in an exclusive special exhibition during the trade fair, giving them additional visibility.
Additional marketing reach
Make the EISENaward a powerful part of your marketing communications — before, during and after the trade fair.


Industry innovations at a glance
The EISENaward exhibition lets visitors experience all ten nominated new products in one dedicated showcase during EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair.
Immediately following the award ceremony, the winning products are prominently marked, making them easy to find and giving them added visibility on the exhibition floor.
The application process
Step 1
Submit your application free of charge
(open November 2027)
Step 2
Evaluation by the jury
Step 3
Announcement of the finalists
Step 4
Award ceremony at the trade fair
Dates and deadlines
2026
Award announcement
November 2027
Applications open
March 2028
Finalists announced
March 7, 2028
Award ceremony and exhibition
Register your interest now
Receive information when the application period opens.
Winners EISENaward 2026
Out of more than 60 entries, these three products came out on top:

Crimp Counter from Weidmüller
Digital solution for planning maintenance intervals for crimping tools

Eco Saw from G-Man
completely recyclable hand saw system with patented blade change technology

ABUS Everox One 61/55 G3
Intelligent padlock for flexible applications indoors and outdoors
