The Gen8 EVO roll-to-stack solution received the German Design Award 2026 from the German Design Council, earning recognition in the Excellent Product Design – Industry category. Developed in partnership with Alphagate and neow’s Kim Clayton Weiler, the system introduces a design approach that prioritizes usability, transparency, and operational efficiency in paper processing environments. Its ergonomic features reflect a broader shift in industrial equipment design toward more intuitive, operator-centered workflows.
Key elements cited by the award panel include transparent acrylic covers that provide complete visibility of internal processes, continuous grip rails with stepless angle adjustment for flexible access, and subtle edge illumination that delivers color-coded guidance aligned with the main display. These design choices aim to improve situational awareness and ease of operation across a range of production conditions.
The recognition underscores the collaborative development approach behind the Gen8 EVO and the emphasis on combining functional engineering with thoughtful design. The company credited its internal teams and development partners for their contributions to a solution that advances both performance and user experience in industrial paper-handling applications.
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