The 26 winners of the NECA Showstopper Awards were announced on Sunday, Oct. 16.

The annual Showstopper Showcase at the NECA Convention and Trade Show highlights the newest products and services on the market. Open one hour before the trade show, the Showcase gives attendees a chance to explore the newest products available, while a panel of expert judges determined the winners on a variety of factors. The entries, from small manufacturers to large corporations, were diverse and innovative.

While more than 150 products were submitted to the Showcase, only 26 could actually win. These winners are listed in alphabetical order below and will be featured in the January 2023 issue of ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR.

3M - 3M Dynatel Locators 7420X Series      

The Dynatel X Series Locators are equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology receivers along with improved software and GPS capabilities allowing you to quickly locate underground assets.

ABB - Ty-Rap TyGenic Antimicrobial + Cable Ties   

Discover the break-through fastening solution for contamination-sensitive environments: Ty-Rap TyGenic antimicrobial and detectable cable tie.

American Polywater Corp. - Proprietary Coated Wall Sleeve         

Bonds with concrete, lightweight, can be ordered or cut to size, and includes end caps.

Arlington Industries - Arlington, Recessed Cover Kits for New Concrete   

Recessed FLBC5570 cover kits come with two installed receptacles and a four-port keystone device.

Atkore - MC Glide Fire Alarm/Control Cable

U.S Patented Low Profile Galvanized Red Steel Armor

Current Tools Inc. - 1,000 lb. Portable Cable Puller 

This handheld cable puller is designed for one person set up and operation. It has a 1,000 lb. max capacity and features a telescoping boom. Accepts most 18V cordless drills.

DeWalt - Lenox Snap-Back Quick Change Arbors    

Lenox Snap-Back Quick Change Arbors

Fluke Corp. - 1770 Series Three-Phases Power Quality      

The Fluke 1770 Series Three-Phase Power Quality Analyzers eliminate the complexities of power quality logging, troubleshooting, and analysis.

FSR Inc. - Smart-Way Wall Raceway

The Smart-Way Wall Raceway transitions from the Floor System to Ceiling! Made in USA!

Greenlee Tools Inc. - Greenlee Pull Connect

With one touch, start and stop your cable pull anywhere, anytime.

Gripple Inc. - Fast Trak

Fast, tool-free trapeze solution consisting of vertical tracks and horizontal strut-like brackets in pre-cut lengths.

Hilti - CFS-MSL Modular Firestop Sleeve      

Modular sleeve expands portfolio for ultimate versatility and cable retrofitting with Hilti’s highest cable capacity.

Ideal Electrical - Deadeye Carbide-Tipped Hole Cutters     

The Deadeye Carbide-Tipped Hole Cutters offer the best cost-per-cut advantage and premium features.

Klein Tools Inc. - Heavy Duty Knee Pad Sleeves, M/L         

All-day comfort with triple layer protection, second skin fit, and mesh back. Wear under or over pants.

Leviton Manufacturing Co. Inc. - SmartlockPro GFCI combination Type A/C USB In-Wall

SmartlockPro GFCI Combination Type A/C USB In-Wall Charger provides GFCI protection with the advantage of powerful USB charging.

Lutron Electronics - Diva Smart Dimmer

Lutron’s most popular dimmer is now smart. Easy-to-install with wired and wireless 3-way options.

Milwaukee Tool - M18 FUEL 6 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum

Designed to outperform 3.5 to 4.25 Peak HP corded wet/dry vacuums.

Milwaukee Tool - AIR-TIP Accessories

New-to-world designs and integration of cordless technology for maximum efficiency throughout the workday.

nVent Caddy - BCSP Box/Conduit Securement Platform

The nVent CADDY Box/Conduit Securement Platform (BCSP) is a fast and secure method to install a wide range of junction and electrical boxes/conduit in overhead installations with a single threaded rod drop. It is ideal for open ceiling environments.

Orbit Industries Inc. - Preassembled SSB-TBAR with FA-UMAB-4R

Ready-to-Install 6-way adjustable red box/bracket for mounting 40-compatible life safety devices in T-bar drop ceilings.

Robroy Industries - Post Double Mount Bracket     

Double Mount Brackets allow installation/support of conduit, basket tray or electrical equipment on both sides of a single Post simplifying installation and saving installation time and space.

Schneider Electric - I-Line Enable Module   

A space-saving smart cell unit that transforms a panelboard into a digital communication or metered electrical distribution solution.

Snake Tray - Solar Snake Max XL

Trenchless, open-air cable management installs 22,000/day NEC 310.15 compliant cable separation harvest 8% more energy.

SP Products - Transition Coupling PVC bell to GRC

Fast way to transition from SCH 40/80 PVC to GRC elbows without reaming PVC conduit.

Wago Corp. - 221 Series Inline Splicing Connector  

Wago’s 221 Series Inline Splicing Connectors minimizing dimensions make installation in tight spaces easy.

Winnie Industries - T Box Junction Box

New junction box with built-in standoff for easy access of knockouts in conduit raceway.