CONEXPO-CON/AGG & IFPE Announce Inaugural Next Level Awards Program

CONEXPO-CON/AGG and the International Fluid Power Exposition (IFPE) recently unveiled the Next Level Awards Program to exhibitors for the March 2023 show. The CONEXPO-CON/AGG Next Level Awards celebrate exhibiting companies that are pushing the boundaries and developing next-level products, technologies and services designed to advance the construction industry. Ten finalists will be highlighted at CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE, March 14-18, 2023, in Las Vegas, with show attendees voting on-site to determine the Contractors’ Top Choice.

The awards program is open to all 2023 CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE exhibitors in good standing that have created products or services for the construction industry that have one or more of the following characteristics:

  • Addresses a common industry need in a unique and innovative way.
  • Benefits the industry across multiple applications for industry wide adoption.
  • Positively impacts the safety, sustainability, and workforce of the industry.

“We are excited to recognize the innovative construction products that are taking the industry to the next level,” said Dana Wuesthoff, CONEXPO-CON/AGG show director. “Exhibitors, large and small, have an opportunity to be recognized for driving ideas and developing products or services to advance the industry. This is an exciting edition to CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE and we strongly encourage exhibitors to enter.”

The judging will take place by a diverse panel of Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) members. Ten finalists identified by the AGC panel will receive recognition within their booth space. On-site at CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE, show attendees will have the opportunity to visit the 10 finalists’ booths and vote for their favorite Next Level product or service in the Contractor’s Choice Award.

“AGC is excited to be partnering with the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) on its Next Level awards initiative to recognize innovation in the construction industry and to highlight tools and solutions that will enable our members to build safer, more efficiently, and more effectively,” said Steve Sandherr, CEO, AGC of America.

Applications are accepted now through November 30, 2022. Exhibitors should check their dashboard  for Rules and Regulations and more information.

About CONEXPO-CON/AGG

CONEXPO-CON/AGG is the largest construction trade show in North America and the premier event that connects professionals from every major construction sector. Held every three years, CONEXPO-CON/AGG takes the construction industry to the next level by helping construction professionals elevate their industry expertise, experience the newest equipment and products through demonstrations and industry-leading education, make new professional connections, and grow their own marketability within the industry. The next CONEXPO-CON/AGG will be held March 14-18, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information on CONEXPO-CON/AGG, visit https://www.conexpoconagg.com.

About the International Fluid Power Exposition (IFPE)

IFPE, the International Fluid Power Exposition, is the leading North American exhibition bringing together the fluid power, power transmission and motion control industries. The next IFPE, co-located with CONEXPO-CON/AGG, and located in South Hall, second level, will be held March 14-18, 2023, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

About the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)

AEM is the North America-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and construction-related industry sectors worldwide. The equipment manufacturing industry in the United States supports 2.8 million jobs and contributes roughly $288 billion to the economy every year.