Wilton, Powermatic, and JET recognized across hand tools, woodworking, metalworking, and safety categories
LA VERGNE, Tenn., Sept. 4, 2026 — JPW Industries announced today that five of its new products have been honored with 2026 Pro Tool Innovation Awards (PTIA), spanning the company’s Wilton, Powermatic, and JET brands.
The five winning products represent a broad range of professional applications, including hand tools, woodworking machinery, metalworking equipment, and material handling and safety.
The Pro Tool Innovation Awards recognize innovative tools, equipment, and hardware introduced to professional trades each year. Winners are selected by a panel of contractors, tradespeople, and industry editors. Learn more about the program at protoolinnovationawards.com.
JPW’s 2026 Award-Winning Products
| Brand | Winning Product | Category |
| Wilton | WL1-112 3″ Clamp-On Vise | Hand Tools, Vises |
| Powermatic | PM1-482 2014B Woodworking Lathe | Woodworking, Lathes |
| JET | JT1-2060 20″ Smart Drill Press | Auto & Metal, Drill Presses |
| Powermatic | PM1-478 20″ Helical Cutterhead Planer | Woodworking, Planers, Stationary |
| JET | JT1-2410 X-Series Material Lift | Safety, Lifts |
“It’s a great honor to see Wilton, JET, and Powermatic all earn recognition in the same year,” said Nate Morrison, VP of Marketing at JPW Industries. “These awards reflect our continued focus on developing innovative products that deliver meaningful performance, productivity, and value for professionals. We’re proud of the product, engineering, and manufacturing teams behind these products and the work they continue to do to raise the bar across our brands.”
The recognition highlights JPW’s continued investment in product innovation across its portfolio of professional tools and equipment, with solutions designed to help users work more efficiently, safely, and effectively.
About JPW Industries
JPW Industries, based outside Nashville, Tennessee, is a leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of woodworking and metalworking machinery, hand tools, and jobsite equipment for rugged professional applications across multiple end markets. The company operates six brands, representing more than 400 years of combined heritage in the machinery and tools industry.