MHI just released the list of finalists for the 2025 MHI Innovation Awards. After receiving 234 submissions for this year’s awards, nine independent judges comprised of professionals from the material handling and supply chain logistics industry completed the initial review process. Three finalists were chosen as the most innovative products in each category based on concept, value, and impact. Here are the finalists by category in alphabetical order:Best New Innovation:• Anyware Robotics Inc. | Product: Pixmo: Mobile Robot for Truck Unloading & Palletization | Booth #: E11513• Packsize International LLC | Product: X6® | Booth #: S4153• Reflex Robotics | Product: Reflex Robotics Humanoid Robot |  Booth #: S5112Best Innovation of an Existing Product:• Agility Robotics | Product: Digit | Booth #: N7568• Concentric, LLC | Product: PowerHIVE forklift battery reload system by Concentric | Booth #: E11102• Verity | Product: AI-Assisted Counting | Booth #: N6344Best IT Innovation:Fidus Global | Product: Pontem Warehouse Control System by Fidus Global | Booth #: N6323LaborAI | Product: LaborAI | Booth #: E12330Yard Management Solutions | Product: YMS AI-Powered Gate Automation | Booth #: N6327Best Innovation in Sustainability:GRI Inc. | Product: Sustainable Material Handling Solid Tire | Booth #: S1480Ranpak Automation | Product: DecisionTower™ with FillPak Trident™ by Ranpak | Booth #: E10702WP Innova | Product: Precisionrap DK Stretch Film | Booth #: S3818The MHI Innovation Award serves to educate and provide valuable insights on the latest manufacturing and supply chain products and services to ProMat attendees.  ProMat 2025 exhibitors were called to submit a new product, product line, technology or service or new application of existing products or technology that create quantifiable and sustainable results in terms of ROI, cost savings, customer satisfaction, etc.On Monday, March 17, 2025, finalists move onto the next round of judging and will present their unique solutions to a panel of independent judges on the show floor at ProMat 2025. The winners in each category will be announced at ProMat 2025 on March 19th during MHI Industry Night with Jay Pharoah.MHI would like to thank the nine industry professionals for graciously volunteering their time as Innovation Award judges.To see more information and learn more about all the 2025 MHI Innovation Award entries, visit ProMat 2025 Innovation Awards.About ProMatProMat 2025 will be held March 17-20 in Chicago’s McCormick Place. Over 1200 exhibitors will showcase their solutions on ProMat’s show floor totaling over 660,000 square feet of manufacturing and supply chain solutions. ProMat exhibits will represent all segments of the material handling and supply chain logistics industry, from traditional, manual equipment to computerized, automated systems, e-comm fulfillment and last mile logistics. ProMat 2025 will also feature a comprehensive educational conference including four keynotes and over 200 show floor educational seminars led by industry experts and leading authorities.About MHIMHI is an international trade association that has represented the material handling, logistics and supply chain industry since 1945. MHI members include manufacturers, integrators, consultants, publishers and third-party logistics providers. MHI offers education, networking and solution sourcing for their members, their customers and the industry through its programming, events and its Warehousing Education & Research Council (WERC) division. The association sponsors the ProMat and MODEX trade events.For more information on exhibiting or attending ProMat, visit promatshow.com.Contact: For more information on the MHI Innovation Awards or ProMat, contact Greg Baer at gbaer@mhi.org or 704-676-1190.

MHI is proud to unveil the winners of the 2025 MHI Innovation and Startup Awards, celebrating the groundbreaking solutions shaping the future of the material handling and supply chain industry.A judging panel comprised of industry professionals evaluated 234 submissions from ProMat 2025 attendees to identify three finalists in each of the following categories: Best New Innovation, Best Innovation of an Existing Product, Best IT Innovation, and Best Innovation in Sustainability. After an additional vetting process, the award winners were selected and announced on March 19 at MHI’s Industry Night at ProMat 2025.The 2025 MHI Innovation Award winners are:•  Best New Innovation - Anyware Robotics•  Best Innovation of an Existing Product – Concentric, LLC•  Best IT Innovation – Fidus Global•  Best Innovation in Sustainability – GRI Inc.In addition to these awards, the MHI StartUp Award was also announced at Industry Night. This winner was selected from the trailblazing companies who were featured in the ProMat 2025 StartUp Pavilion, a specialized area on the ProMat show floor where companies showcase emerging supply chain tech. This year’s StartUp Award winner was Freespace Robotics.MHI congratulates all of the finalists and winners and extends its gratitude to the industry professionals who generously volunteered their time as judges.About ProMat 2025ProMat 2025 is taking place March 17-20, 2025, at McCormick Place in Chicago. As the industry’s leading supply chain event, ProMat 2025 featured over 1,200 exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge solutions and hosted 200+ educational sessions.About MHIMHI is an international trade association that has represented the material handling, logistics and supply chain industry since 1945. MHI’s over 1,000 members include material handling and logistics equipment and systems manufacturers, integrators, consultants, publishers and third-party logistics providers. MHI offers education, networking and solution sourcing for their members, the members’ customers, and the industry as a whole through programming and events. The association sponsors the ProMat and MODEX expos to showcase the products and services of its member companies and to educate manufacturing and supply chain professionals. The Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC) is a division of MHI and provides education and research to the warehousing, distribution, and logistics community.

Charlotte, N.C. & Alpharetta, Ga. – Jan. 28, 2025 – Murata Machinery USA, Inc. (Muratec USA) and Cimcorp, global leaders in logistics and warehouse automation, are set to showcase groundbreaking automation solutions at ProMat 2025, taking place March 17–20 at McCormick Place, booth S1231, in Chicago. This historic collaboration will celebrate a combined 100 years of innovation in North America while unveiling revolutionary, first-of-their-kind solutions designed to meet critical supply chain challenges head-on.Since Cimcorp Group joined the Murata Machinery Ltd. (MML) corporate network of affiliated companies in 2014, Cimcorp North America and Muratec USA have operated as independent sister companies. While maintaining their unique brand identities, they harness their complementary expertise in end-to-end automation to deliver innovative, scalable solutions that streamline supply chain operations—from material handling to order fulfillment.“Our partnership with Muratec is built on a shared vision of innovation and leadership,” said Pekka Natri, head of Region North America at Cimcorp. “ProMat 2025 will demonstrate how we’re delivering game-changing solutions that address the evolving needs of industries across North America. This is more than collaboration—it’s a revolution.”Muratec excels in material handling, inventory management, and order fulfillment, while Cimcorp specializes in optimizing and automating warehouse, distribution, and order fulfillment operations with specialized software for high-demand sectors like groceries and tire manufacturing.During the show, the companies will feature the much-anticipated debut of cutting-edge solutions:• Muratec’s Double Reach Shuttle ASRS: Making its North American rollout, this system is engineered to maximize storage density and throughput, redefining efficiency in material handling.• Cimcorp’s Dreamfield End-to-End Solution: A state-of-the-art automated warehousing solution designed to optimize fresh produce, dairy, bakery, and beverage warehousing and distribution, enabling faster, smarter, and more sustainable operations.• Dreamfield Futurelab: An interactive experience showcasing Cimcorp’s visionary innovations and commitment to the future of logistics automation for grocery retail, bakery, dairy, and beverage industries.• Muratec’s Integrated Model – An interactive showcase of Muratec’s end-to-end logistics solutions featuring automated cranes, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and Cimcorp picking systems, streamlining material flow to solve warehousing and distribution challenges.“This is not just a trade show—ProMat 2025 represents a defining moment in logistics automation,” said Masatoshi Wakabayashi, General Manager of Muratec USA’s Logistics & Automation Division. “The unveiling of Muratec’s Double Reach Shuttle and Cimcorp’s Dreamfield Future Lab are milestones that reflect our shared vision for a more connected, efficient, and sustainable future.”At ProMat 2025, attendees can engage with Muratec and Cimcorp experts, explore live technology demonstrations, and discover case studies highlighting the transformative impact of their integrated automation solutions. Attendees also can participate in exclusive, must-see events each day at 2 p.m. at booth S1231:• Day 1: Unveiling of Muratec’s Double Reach Shuttle, a cutting-edge solution to streamline material handling.• Day 2: A Joint Keynote Address hosted by Muratec and Cimcorp leadership, exploring their unified vision for transforming logistics automation in North America.• Day 3: Introduction of Cimcorp’s Dreamfield solution, featuring new CEO Veli-Matti Hakala, who will share insights on the company’s forward-thinking strategy.Historic Brand Convergence: 2025 is a milestone year for the Murata global alliance of automation pioneers. Parent company MML is celebrating 90 years of global leadership, and Cimcorp and Muratec USA each mark 50 years of automation innovation. This historic convergence underscores their shared legacy of excellence. Together at ProMat 2025, Muratec USA and Cimcorp NA will illustrate how their North American partnership is translating into practical, scalable solutions that transform logistics into a seamless, efficient process, setting a new standard for the industry.To schedule a meeting with Muratec USA and Cimcorp NA representatives at ProMat 2025, email Hayley Brown at hayley@dprgroup.com.About CimcorpCimcorp Group has been simplifying material flows since 1975. As a global system integrator, Cimcorp improves its customers profitability by offering unique solutions for automation that run with easy-to-use software and are backed by lifetime services that ensure success for customers in grocery retail and the tire industry. Cimcorp’s solutions are helping customers succeed in their markets, today and tomorrow. Backed by a worldwide network of offices and partners, and as a member of Murata Machinery Ltd., one of the world's largest logistics automation suppliers – Cimcorp offers local support globally. For more information, visit www.cimcorp.com.About Murata Machinery USA, Inc.Murata Machinery USA, Inc. is a subsidiary of Murata Machinery Ltd.(MML), a pioneer and world leader in high-speed, automated turning and fabrication, logistics & material handling automation, clean factory automation, and textile machinery. Established in 1935, MML is the sole manufacturer of Muratec brand machinery and systems that supports North American manufacturing and logistics companies across regional and global supply chains, accelerating their competitive edge through integrated automation. Manufacturing for half a century with thousands of installations worldwide and first-to-market innovations, Muratec is trusted by leading global brands and suppliers. Each solution uses time-tested technology and is customized to meet customers' exact needs with flexibility and personalized support provided for the life of the system. For more information, visit www.muratec-usa.com.ContactCimcorp Automation Ltd.Kristiner Taylor(289) 253-7819kristiner.taylor@cimcorp.comwww.cimcorp.comMurata Machinery USA, Inc.Charles Wisniowski704-394-8331, ext. 1316charles.wisniowski@muratec-usa.comwww.muratec-usa.com