Packaging Gold Awards

The best of 2011 Packaging Gold Awards were presented to the top entries in this year's competition based on the following criteria: overall shelf and sales appeal, graphic design, innovation, packaging efficiency, shelf life and selling features.

SIMPLE GREEN STAINLESS STEEL WIPESShortcut brushes make detailed painting easier along the wall-to-ceiling line, window frames, baseboards and more. Its full-size brush heads and compact Shergrip[R] handles make the Wooster Shortcut brush unique. Shergrip is a soft elastomeric material that provides a non-slip surface for improved grip. The handle conforms to a painter's touch, offering increased comfort and control.Hi-Performance work gloves for mechanics, tradesmen and home DIYers with a sport influenced design are form fitted for better dexterity than traditional work gloves. Each glove style has specific features that suit one type task over another.WELLS LAMONTSKIL RAS900 ROUTER TABLEH.D. HUDSON MANUFACTURINGPOWERWASHER[R] 1500 PSI Electric Powered High-Pressure Washer features a high-pressure hose and ergonomic spray gun, Quick-n-Clean[R] 3-in-1 spray lance and detergent application bottle.T50 R.E.D.[TM] PROFESSIONAL MANUAL STAPLE GUN B1-INCH BRAD NAIL GUNMoonrays' popular LED stake lights come in a variety of styles, including clear acrylics, birds of North America, butterflies, flowers and seasonal designs for the holidays.THE FNA GROUPThe Fire Wire[R] flexible grilling skewer is a stainless steel skewer that allows the griller to utilize all the space on the grill. This product allows you to marinate food on the skewer in a plastic baggie and leave the top off the grill so it remains cool to be used as a handle for turning and removal.SKIL 98121 21PC GOLD OXIDE DRILL BIT SETGORILLA GLUEThis product is an eco-friendly, easy-to-apply granular that provides guaranteed protection for all low growing plants, including edible crops. Just shake to apply the unique biodegradable repellent on and around flower beds, vegetable gardens, ground cover and lawns. Plants will love the diatomaceous earth-based formula.ROBERT BOSCH TOOL CORP.CORONA CLIPPERTHE WEEKENDER[R] BY POWERWASHER[R]CUTS MORE[TM] ULTIMATE MULTI-PURPOSE SCISSORSMETALTECH-OMEGADEER & RABBIT REPELLENT GRANULARARROW FASTENERDual Cut Bypass Pruners are designed to deliver more cutting power with less effort, due to its patent-pending dual cut, blade technology. With its notched hook and ultra sharp cutting blade, branches and limbs are drawn backwards, closer to the pivot point for maximum cutting power. The upper portion of the blade provides a precision zone ideal for making small cuts and detail work. Its centralized locking system is built for right and left-handed users, the internal spring mechanism helps keep the spring from debris or popping off, and the integrated cushioned bumper system and soft contoured handles provide lasting comfort for extended use.COLEMAN CABLENo more forgetting to turn the light off, and no more coming home to a dark house. This screw-in adaptor automatically turns lights on at dusk and off at a user programmed time. Saves money and energy as the light is only on when needed.EVERTIDY[R] ORGANIZER RAILGORILLA TAPESKIL's new table design offers an enhanced routing experience that emphasizes convenience, functionality and ease-of-use versus traditional free-hand routing. The table features a convenient folding design that comes pre-assembled with fewer parts allowing for the fastest and easiest set-up in their category. The unique self-contained structure holds all the necessary table parts, such as the fence and router bits, making it easier to store while increasing portability.This new tool from Fiskars is a scissor/knife with sharpener. The product comes apart for knife use and easy cleaning.AMERTACMR. LONGARM, INC.New for the 2011 Season, the all new Ortho[R] Spray Sense[R] is the newest consumer sprayer from Hudson. Based on extensive consumer-level research, this sensible sprayer features an integrated hose management system for neat on-board storage, an Ergo-Rapid pump that quickly pressurizes and serves as a carrying handle, an easy fill opening and a pressure relief valve for safe release of pressure.FENIX MANUFACTURINGFIRE WIRE[R]JOBCADDY LOCK-IN ACCESSORYDUAL CUT BYPASS PRUNER--BP7100HEAVY METAL 6-INCH SECURITY BOLTIdeal for drilling in wood and plastic, these SKIL drill bits feature a gold oxide finish for durability and speed. The assortment contains popular drill bit sizes which are easy to access in a compact storage case. The set offers tremendous value with a $45 value at a $9.99 retail price point.KESON INDUSTRIESFlexes in and out to easily stain balusters, rails, spindles and other contoured surfaces. The Flextech[TM] tear-resistant foam pads hold more stain than other pads and prevent dripping and pooling. These pads provide a smooth even finish and cover more board feet in less time. The pads are replaceable and remove easily via a hook and loop system.The Weekender[R] 1400 PSI Electric Powered High Pressure Washer features a PowerSwivel[TM] fan spray lance, turbo spray lance and telescopic handle.ORTHO[R] SPRAY[R] SENSE SPRAYERLED STAKE LIGHT FLOOR DISPLAY AND PACKAGINGThis heavy duty BBQ and Grill cleaner is non-corrosive, clean rinsing and does not emit caustic fumes.All-in-one garden rail to store garden tools.OUTDOOR PROGRAMMABLE COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT CONTROLThe Long-Run Measuring Wheel is designed to precisely measure distances for professionals that require precision measuring and marking instruments in their jobs, including those in archeology, athletic maintenance, automotive insurance estimating carpentry, construction appraisal and estimating, golf course design, paving, irrigation, landscaping, mining and blasting, property insurance, roofing and traffic safety.SHORTCUT[R]HI-PERFORMANCE GLOVETHE LIQUID FENCE CO.POWERWASHER[R] ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHERSIMPLE GREEN HEAVY DUTY BBQ & GRILL CLEANERSUNSHINE MAKERSWernerFISKARSThese non-toxic stone wipes bring a polish and streak-free shine to sealed stone and solid surfaces.THE WOOSTER BRUSH CO.Gorilla Tape is a heavy-duty duct tape that offers twice the adhesive of standard duct tapes. It sticks to smooth and shiny surfaces as well as rough and uneven surfaces, like brick and stucco. Incredibly strong, tough and thick.These one step cleaner and stainless steel polish wipes remove fingerprints, smudges and grease.A new product, the T5@ R.E.D. Professional Manual Staple and Brad Nail Gun has up to 40% more power and is 50% easier to squeeze than other comparative models staple guns. It is the only manual tool able to drive a 1-inch brad nail, and its new patented drive technology increases power while decreasing effort to squeeze.CONTOUR STAIN APPLICATORThe Lock-In System[TM] accessories fit snuggly into the sockets incorporated in the ladder's HolsterTop[R] on Werner's most popular stepladder series. Now all the tools and materials needed for the task at hand are easily accessible, increasing efficiency and safety. The job is done faster and easier with less trips up the ladder.Heavy Metal Security Bolts have concealed screws, 50% larger bolt and are comparable with most padlocks/disk locks to provide maximum security for sheds, garages and gates. The product is available in 6-inch and 8-inch sizes. Product line is designed as a complement to the security category and offers a value add to the consumer at a very affordable retail. The back of the card serves as an installation template to mark/drill pilot holes.LONG-RUN MEASURING WHEEL

The Fire Wire[R] flexible grilling skewer is a stainless steel skewer that allows the griller to utilize all the space on the grill. This product allows you to marinate food on the skewer in a plastic baggie and leave the top off the grill so it remains cool to be used as a handle for turning and removal.