ORGANIZED BY
hygie-clean expo
CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE, INNOVATION, AND SUSTAINABILITY IN THE CLEANING AND HYGIENE SECTOR
Organized by Hygie-Clean Expo in partnership with IDCONS, the HCE Award recognizes leaders and innovators in the cleaning and hygiene sector.
It honors companies and professionals who set new benchmarks, develop sustainable solutions, and demonstrate outstanding best practices. Join us in celebrating the pioneers shaping the future of hygiene and cleaning!
GOALS
- To promote innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence.
- To provide national and international visibility.
- To create a prestigious event associated with Hygie-Clean Expo 2026.
HCE EXCELLENCE AWARD – OFFICIAL CATEGORIES
DEFINITION :
Rewards high-value-added cleaning equipment, machinery, and physical technologies.
PRODUCTS CONCERNED:
– Scrubber dryers
– Sweepers
– Professional vacuum cleaners
– Cleaning robots (hardware-oriented)
– Industrial cleaning equipment
– Onboard technologies and IoT integrated into machines
CRITERIA:
– Technological innovation
– Operational performance
– Ergonomics and safety
– Durability and maintenance
– Water/energy reduction
– Productivity
Accordion Content
1. Innovative Machinery Technology of the Year
DEFINITION :
Rewards high-value-added cleaning equipment, machinery, and physical technologies.
PRODUCTS CONCERNED:
– Scrubber dryers
– Sweepers
– Professional vacuum cleaners
– Cleaning robots (hardware-oriented)
– Industrial cleaning equipment
– Onboard technologies and IoT integrated into machines
1. Innovative Machinery Technology of the Year
DEFINITION :
Rewards high-value-added cleaning equipment, machinery, and physical technologies.
PRODUCTS CONCERNED:
– Scrubber dryers
– Sweepers
– Professional vacuum cleaners
– Cleaning robots (hardware-oriented)
– Industrial cleaning equipment
– Onboard technologies and IoT integrated into machines
1. Innovative Machinery Technology of the Year
DEFINITION :
Rewards high-value-added cleaning equipment, machinery, and physical technologies.
PRODUCTS CONCERNED:
– Scrubber dryers
– Sweepers
– Professional vacuum cleaners
– Cleaning robots (hardware-oriented)
– Industrial cleaning equipment
– Onboard technologies and IoT integrated into machines
1. Innovative Machinery Technology of the Year
DEFINITION :
Rewards high-value-added cleaning equipment, machinery, and physical technologies.
PRODUCTS CONCERNED:
– Scrubber dryers
– Sweepers
– Professional vacuum cleaners
– Cleaning robots (hardware-oriented)
– Industrial cleaning equipment
– Onboard technologies and IoT integrated into machines
1. Innovative Machinery Technology of the Year
DEFINITION :
Rewards high-value-added cleaning equipment, machinery, and physical technologies.
PRODUCTS CONCERNED:
– Scrubber dryers
– Sweepers
– Professional vacuum cleaners
– Cleaning robots (hardware-oriented)
– Industrial cleaning equipment
– Onboard technologies and IoT integrated into machines
1. Innovative Machinery Technology of the Year
DEFINITION :
Rewards high-value-added cleaning equipment, machinery, and physical technologies.
PRODUCTS CONCERNED:
- Scrubber dryers
- Sweepers
- Professional vacuum cleaners
- Cleaning robots (hardware-oriented)
- Industrial cleaning equipment
- Onboard technologies and IoT integrated into machines
CRITERIA:
- Technological innovation
- Operational performance
- Ergonomics and safety
- Durability and maintenance
- Water / energy reduction
- Productivity
2. Sustainable and Eco-responsible Initiative of the Year
DEFINITION :
Rewards solutions, products, and approaches reducing environmental impact.
PRODUCTS CONCERNED:
-Eco-friendly chemicals
-Responsible detergents and disinfectants
-Biotechnical solutions
-Eco-responsible consumables
-Low-impact floor treatment and protection solutions"
CRITERIA:
-Reduced environmental impact
-User safety
-Reduction of chemical risks
-Certifications and compliance
-Formulation innovation
-Proven effectiveness
3. Floor Treatment and Protection – Technical Excellence of the Year
DEFINITION :
Rewards specialized solutions in surface treatment, renovation, and protection.
PRODUCTS CONCERNED:
- Crystallization
- Polishing
- Floor protection
- Technical coatings
- Surface renovation solutions
CRITERIA:
- Measurable results
-Resistance and durability
- Technical innovation
- Maintenance cost reduction
- Ease of application
- Surface performance
4. Washroom Consumables of the Year
Rewards daily-use products related to sanitary hygiene.
DEFINITION :
PRODUCTS CONCERNED:
-Toilet paper
-Hand towels
-Dispensing systems
-Eco-friendly hygienic consumables
CRITERIA:
-Quality of use
-Hygiene and safety
-Eco-responsibility
-Consumption optimization
-User comfort
5. Cleaning Tools of the Year
DEFINITION :
Rewards professional cleaning tools and accessories.
PRODUCTS CONCERNED:
-Janitorial trolleys
-Brooms, squeegees, mops
-Microfibers
-Professional kits and accessories
-Mechanical cleaning assistance systems
CRITERIA:
-Ergonomics
-Reduction of MSDs (Musculoskeletal Disorders)
-Durability
-Operator productivity
-Functional innovation
-Value for money
6. Cleaning Services Innovation of the Year
DEFINITION :
Rewards service companies for their operational and organizational transformation.
PRODUCTS CONCERNED:
- Professional cleaning companies
- Multiservice provisions
- Team and site management
- Digitalized cleaning servicesDigitalized cleaning services
CRITERIA:
-Digitalization of services
-HR and organizational innovation
-Quality of service
-Customer satisfaction
-Performance measurement
-Operational sustainable development
7. Digital Innovation of the Year
DEFINITION :
Rewards digital solutions and smart technologies applied to the sector.
PRODUCTS CONCERNED:
-IoT and smart sensors
-Cleaning management software
-Connected autonomous robots
-Data cleaning & analytics
-Smart cleaning systems
CRITERIA:
-Level of digitalization
-Automation
-System intelligence
-Resource optimization
-Service quality improvement
-Sustainable impact