Best in Show at MAX 2026
The countdown is on to crown the Best in Show at MAX in Nashville! With all of the MAX exhibitors showcasing the latest in manufacturing innovation, the Best in Show Awards celebrate the standout technologies, tools, and solutions that are shaping the future of the industry.
Does Your Company Have a Game-Changing Product, Technology, or Service?
Submit it for consideration and earn the chance to be recognized as one of the most innovative offerings on the show floor. Submissions are open through January 31, 2026.
After the submission deadline, the editorial teams from ASSEMBLY, Quality Magazine, Adhesives & Sealants Industry, ISHN, Paint & Coatings Industry, and Packaging Strategies will review entries and select a shortlist of nominees. These chosen products will be featured for on-site attendee voting and spotlighted during a special event at MAX.
Nominee Showdown: Pitch Your Innovation on the Main Stage
Selected nominees will be invited to participate in the Best in Show Nominee Showdown on Wednesday, March 25. Each company will take the Main Stage for a 2-minute elevator pitch—using just one PowerPoint slide—to showcase their product and energize attendees to visit their booth and vote.
This high-energy session is a must-see moment of MAX, putting innovation front and center.
Attendee Voting & Winner Announcement
Voting will be open during the following times:
- Wednesday, March 25: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday, March 26: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Votes will be cast by MAX attendees who visit nominee booths, explore the innovations, and select their favorite. The top three winners will be crowned Best in Show during a live announcement on Thursday, March 26 at 11:30 AM on the Main Stage.
Don’t miss your chance to shine at MAX. Submit your product now and show the industry what’s next.
Nominees
Company Name
BlueSky Statistics, a powerful and intuitive statistical analysis software, is revolutionizing quality engineering and process improvement in the manufacturing industry to support all your process and quality improvement initiatives (well-known DMAIC methodology). Designed for professionals seeking robust statistical tools with an easy-to-use interface, BlueSky Statistics delivers a comprehensive suite of capabilities to enhance decision-making, drive operational excellence, and eliminate waste.
Company Name
BlueSky Statistics, a powerful and intuitive statistical analysis software, is revolutionizing quality engineering and process improvement in the manufacturing industry to support all your process and quality improvement initiatives (well-known DMAIC methodology). Designed for professionals seeking robust statistical tools with an easy-to-use interface, BlueSky Statistics delivers a comprehensive suite of capabilities to enhance decision-making, drive operational excellence, and eliminate waste.
Company Name
BlueSky Statistics, a powerful and intuitive statistical analysis software, is revolutionizing quality engineering and process improvement in the manufacturing industry to support all your process and quality improvement initiatives (well-known DMAIC methodology). Designed for professionals seeking robust statistical tools with an easy-to-use interface, BlueSky Statistics delivers a comprehensive suite of capabilities to enhance decision-making, drive operational excellence, and eliminate waste.
Submit Your Presentation Proposal for MAX 2026
The Manufacturing & Automation eXchange (MAX) is searching for subject matter experts with fresh insights, success stories, and forward-thinking solutions that address today’s manufacturing challenges.
Submit a presentation abstract for MAX for the opportunity to stand out, build your reputation, and contribute to conversations shaping the future of the industry. Deadline to submit a proposal: Friday, November 21, 2025.
Ready to share your knowledge and make an impact? Submit your speaker application today!
- Complete the online application form
- Include your presentation title, abstract, and speaker bio
- Questions? Contact our Speaker & Content Coordinator, Randi Jannette at jannetter@bnpmedia.com