Recognizing innovation in North American advanced design and manufacturing, the Golden Mousetrap Awards acknowledge the American people, companies, and technologies driving innovation in product design and manufacturing. Specifically, we celebrate the renaissance of manufacturing in North America by honoring the companies and people who make it possible while promoting engineering and manufacturing as rewarding career choices for our next generation of stars.

Come celebrate the American people, companies, and technologies driving progress in product design and manufacturing. The 18th Annual Golden Mousetrap Awards Ceremony and Reception will take place on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 from 5pm to 7pm at the Anaheim Convention Center, 800 W. Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA.

The Golden Mousetrap Awards recognize innovation in the following categories:

Entries are scored based on four criteria:

• Design and Engineering Innovations
• Functional Innovations
• Benefits to User
• Market Differentiation/Competitive Landscape

Automation & Motion Control

Robotics
3D Printing & Rapid Prototyping Materials, Tools & Services
Controllers
Drives
Industrial Network Technologies
Motors & Mechanical Motion Devices
Sensors, Vision Systems, Feedback Devices & Peripherals

Design Hardware & Software

Data & Security
Analysis & Calculation Software
CAD/PDM/PLM Software

Electronics & Test

IoT & Connectivity
Analog/Power Management/Control
Components, Hardware & Interconnects
Embedded Computing/Processing
Test & Measurement

Materials & Assembly

Adhesives
Fastening, Joining & Assembly Components
Engineering Plastics & Composites, Metals & Alloys