Bendforce GmbH was honored with the jury's special prize for mastering a previously unsolved challenge in pipe processing with its innovative, patented technology: the precise and material-friendly bending of pre-insulated pipes. This innovation opens up new possibilities in areas such as building services engineering, district heating, and cooling networks, as it shortens assembly times, reduces material waste, and significantly improves installation quality. With this development, Bendforce is setting an important precedent for the industry and demonstrating how technological creativity and practical suitability can go hand in hand.