Introducing the 2026 Solids Handling Industry Awards Sponsors
The 2026 Solids Handling Industry Awards are just four weeks away and this year’s event wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. We would like to offer our heartfelt thank you to all of the sponsors:
Overall Sponsor – RHF Fans
RHF Fans is a UK manufacturer of high-quality industrial fans, offering a unique approach to design and production that delivers reliable air movement solutions across a wide range of industries.
With over 45 years of engineering experience, it designs and manufactures centrifugal and axial fans tailored to each application.
Its in-house capabilities enable custom solutions and consistent performance. RHF’s bespoke designs and unique Smoothflow technology deliver proven advantages in inlet and impeller construction, helping ensure efficient fan systems supported by expert service and maintenance.
Drinks Reception Sponsor – DMN-Westinghouse
Established in 1950, DMN-Westinghouse is a global leader in high-end rotary valves and diverter valves for the dry bulk solids handling industry. As an independent manufacturer, it delivers tailored, future-proof solutions to diverse sectors, including food, dairy, pharmaceuticals, and plastics. With a worldwide network and state-of-the-art production facilities in the Netherlands and Germany, it ensures process continuity and efficiency. Its commitment to innovation, certified quality, and reliable after-sales support makes DMN a trusted partner for industry leaders globally.
Creative Sponsor – Fruitcake Marketing
Fruitcake Marketing Limited works to empower SMEs to thrive by providing tailored marketing solutions that drive growth, increase brand visibility, and deliver measurable results.
With over 25 years of experience in engineering and manufacturing industries, it specialises in working with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) – with a belief that every business deserves access to high-quality marketing expertise, regardless of size or budget.
Apprentice of the Year Award Sponsor – Ebro Valves
Ebro Valves specialise in valves for the Bulk Solid Handling industry.
Applications in the bulk solids industry pose high demands on the components used in the system. Handling that is gentle on the product is Ebro’s focus for sensitive media such as milk powder or tea leaves. On the other hand, highly abrasive media such as quartz sand or porcelain mass pose the highest demands to wear resilience of the materials used and Ebro also offer robust, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.
Engineer of the Year Award Sponsor – Thames Side Sensors
Founded in 1978, Thames Side Sensors manufactures high-performance, cost-effective load cells, weighing assemblies and electronics.
Its solutions support applications including silo, tank and hopper weighing, industrial scales, weighbridges, conveyors, checkweighers and OEM machinery (e.g. packaging systems).
With customers at the forefront of everything that Thames Side does, its products are engineered for reliability, accuracy, long-term durability, and ease of installation and maintenance.
Stock is held globally for fast delivery and its network of approved partners provide expert support and outstanding value to customers both in the UK and around the world.
Company of the Year Award Sponsor – Nerak
NERAK designs, manufactures and installs some of the world’s most advanced Automated Vertical Lifting and Conveying Solutions for both bulk and unit loads.
Working with Brands such as P&G, Mondelez, Royal Mint and GXO Logistics, NERAK has over 50 years of experience supplying British and International Markets and has additional sites in Europe and the United States.
Working with systems integrators, end users, 3PLs and consultants, conveying materials through production, manufacture and end of line processes like warehousing, distribution and logistics.
The product portfolio includes Bucket Elevators, Pallet Lifts, Single and Multi Reciprocating Hoists, Good Lifts and Continuous Platform Conveyors , which are all expertly manufactured using its Rubberblock Chain Technology.
Whether you are handling small items, trays, cartons, totes, pallets or other solid or bulk materials, Nerak can provide an effective vertical conveying solution tailored to your exact requirements.
Innovation in Technology Award Sponsor – Process Industry Informer
Process Industry Informer is an independent publisher, originally launched in 1994 as Process Products – and is SHAPA’s chosen media partner, publishing the SHAPA Supplement every quarter.
It is on a mission to help process sites operate more efficiently, effectively and safely by educating loyal, global audience of professionals with industry news, product updates, introductions, case studies and technical articles and is widely viewed as the premier news source of choice amongst process engineering professionals.