This year, first place went to Jade Products (Abingdon, Va.) for the Clean Cutâ„¢ tool. Second place went to Midwest Tool & Cutlery Co. (Sturgis, Mich.) for its Upright Snips. Third place honors went to Battic Door Energy Conservation Products (Mansfield, Mass.) for its Whole House Attic Fan Insulator Cover.
Clean Cut is a clear, see-through shell with a special gloved access that allows the contractor to cut ceiling holes without the normal cleanup hassle. Jade Products manager Danny Browning pointed out that air quality is an issue for today's more educated homeowners and business owners.