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HAND GUARD leading the way in technological advancement and safety​

Altendorf’s HAND GUARD system has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards for its innovative safety technology. Here is a comprehensive list of the awards HAND GUARD and our other products have received:

Best of German Industry Award 2024

Honored for exceptional performance and contributions to the industry, solidifying HAND GUARD’s status as a leader in technological advancement and safety.

"Brand of the Century" Award

Altendorf is “Brand of the Century”

Altendorf received the “Brand of the Century” award for its decades of outstanding brand management and innovation in the woodworking machinery sector. This award recognizes companies that have distinguished themselves through exceptional performance and a strong brand presence in their respective market segment.

International Social Security Association (ISSA) Safe Machines Award 2023

Honored for significant advancements in machine safety, reducing the risk of accidents. This award highlights the global recognition of HAND GUARD’s impact on workplace safety.

World Technology Leader Award 2022

For setting new standards in safety and technological advancement in the woodworking industry. This award emphasizes HAND GUARD’s pioneering role in integrating AI and camera-based safety systems into sliding table saws.

HAND GUARD redefining the safety standard of sliding table saws

These accolades highlight HAND GUARD’s role in enhancing safety standards and showcase Altendorf’s commitment to pioneering innovative solutions in the woodworking industry.

Innovator of the Year 2022

Awarded by Die Deutsche Wirtschaft (DDW) for the HAND GUARD safety assistance system. This award recognizes Altendorf’s innovative strength and its contribution to creating industry-wide safety standards for sliding table saws

Certification by the German Wood and Metal Trade Association (BGHM)

On May 9, 2022, HAND GUARD received certification from the BGHM and the GS mark, confirming the system’s safety standards

AWFS Visionary Award 2023 (Runner-Up)

Recognized at the AWFS exhibition in Las Vegas for its pioneering AI- and camera-based safety assistance system. This recognition underscores Altendorf’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation while prioritizing safety

Holz Innovation Award 2022

Presented at the Holz trade fair in Basel, Switzerland, for its significant impact on safety and innovation in woodworking. This award highlights HAND GUARD’s role in setting new safety standards in the industry

XIA-Xylexpo Innovation Award 2022

Recognized in the “Panel Processing” category for its advanced safety features and technological innovation. The HAND GUARD system was celebrated for its ability to handle a wide range of materials and configurations

German Occupational Safety Award 2021

Awarded for its groundbreaking contributions to occupational safety by preventing accidents at circular saws. This award acknowledges the system’s ability to enhance workplace safety significantly

Hebrock K Series awarded iF Design Award

The Hebrock K series was awarded the iF Design Award in the Product discipline, Industry/Tools category. The Hebrock K series impressed the independent, international jury of experts with its innovative design and intuitive user guidance. The machines, which have been redesigned from the ground up and feature numerous equipment options can be customised precisely to individual applications.

Altendorf F 45 awarded iF Design Award

The F 45 was honoured with the coveted iF Design Award in the category of product design, emphasising the company’s special position in the woodworking industry. The international jury of experts was particularly impressed by the functionality combined with modern materials, shapes and colours. Furthermore, the modularity of the equipment options was judged to be particularly characteristic of modern pragmatism.

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