LAS VEGAS, Nov. 5, 2019—The AAPEX New Product Showcase is the launchpad for products making their debut at this year’s event. Entries were judged electronically by pre-registered buyers who viewed the products in the Product Plus magazine. Entries with the most votes were named Best New Product in each of nine categories.  

The AAPEX 2019 New Product Showcase winners are: 

• Accessories & General Merchandise: Erickson Mfg. Ltd., ERICKSON BOX BUDDY, Booth No. 1025

• Appearance Chemicals & Car Care: Niteo Products, OZIUM® Odor Eliminating Fogger, Booth No. 4022

• Automotive Lighting: Tungsram (U.S.) LLC, formerly GE Lighting, Nighthawk LED Sealed Beams, Booth No. 4543

• Business Tools & Services: Automotive Data Media, AutomotiveTechInfo.com, Booth No. 4843

• Chemicals, Lubricants & Filters: ITW Global Brands, The Right Stuff® 90 Minute Grey Gasket Maker, Booth No. 3418

• Hard Parts: Cloyes Gear & Products, Inc., Cloyes Variable Valve Timing Chain Kits, Booth No. 4035

• Safety: Continental Corporation, REDI-Sensor SE10005 TPMS Sensor, Booth No. 2626

• Technology: Car Keys Express, Car Keys Express - Key App, Booth No. 5545

• Tools & Equipment: Master Magnetics, Magnetic Tool Mats, Booth No. 1551.

The AAPEX 2019 New Packaging Showcase features the latest and most innovative packaging designs and concepts in the automotive aftermarket. Entries were judged by Tom Egan, vice president, Industry Services, PMMI—the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies—and Sean Riley, editor, Packaging Machinery Technology (PMT) magazine.  

The Best New Packaging winners are:

• Environmental Impact: Lucas Oil Products, Inc., Lucas Oil Bag In A Box, Booth No. 5079

• Innovation: Plews & Edelmann, K6 High Pressure Air Hose by Amflo, Booth No. 3461

• Marketing: American Manufacturing Co., BUG OFF Windshield Washer Fluid MINI BOTTLE 6 PACK, Booth No. 2553

• Performance: Berryman Products, Inc., Berryman Air Intake & Throttle Body Cleaner, Booth No. 4409

• Protection: Car Keys Express, Replacement Car Remote Carton, Booth No. 5545

All entries are on display in the New Product and New Packaging Showcases, The Venetian, Level 2, hallway.