The HVACR Industry’s most prestigious awards competition is open and accepting submissions!
Deadline: July 22 / Entry fee: $150
Please note that exhibitors must have a signed contract and deposit payment on file to participate. Before entering, please view the rules & regulations page to learn about eligibility, product categories, the judging process, and more.
Don’t miss your chance to be in the spotlight
The Innovation Awards recognize and honor the most inventive, useful and original products and technologies in the categories of building automation, cooling, heating, indoor air quality, plumbing, refrigeration, software, sustainable solutions, tools & instruments and ventilation.
All winners and finalists receive the following:
📣 Announcement of the 2026 winners & finalists will be included in an AHR Expo issued press release and featured in industry media
🗣️ We’ll tell everyone about your innovation on the official AHR Expo social media channels
📸 AHR Expo will interview winning teams and produce a video for promotional use ahead of Las Vegas - we’ll promote it and we encourage you to as well!
🏅 Special signage (and bragging rights) for your booth in Las Vegas
🍷 All of the 2026 winners will be celebrated onsite at the AHR Expo
🏆 Winners from our ten categories will compete for the top award of 2026 Product of the Year
✅ It’s a great way to showcase industry growth and how your company is contributing
For assistance, please contact Kim Pires at
kpires@iecshows.com or call 203-674-9427.