And then there were four.
The Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) has announced the top four products advancing to the final round of the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Iowa competition, presented by Nicolet National Bank. The final round will use a popular vote format to determine the winner.
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The Top 4 finalists are:
- Mi-T-M ePowerStation, manufactured in Peosta
- Weiler D1075 Blasthole Drill, manufactured in Knoxville
- Pella Steady Set, manufactured in Pella
- Ironclad Tornado Shelter & Gun Safe, manufactured in Earlham
“The excitement continues to build as we narrow the field to four incredible products,” said ABI President Nicole Crain. “We’re proud to showcase these companies and the communities where these products are made.”
Final round voting is open now through 11:59 p.m. May 15. Individuals may vote once every 24 hours per device. The winner will be announced June 3 during ABI’s Taking Care of Business Conference, taking place in Coralville and Iowa City June 2-4.
