JLG Industries, a division of Oshkosh Corporation, has been awarded a Best of Innovation distinction in the Robotics category at the 2026 CES Innovation Awards. The company’s Boom Lift with Robotic End Effector concept was also named an Honoree in the Construction and Industrial Tech category. The innovative lift will be showcased at the CES 2026 event in Las Vegas from January 6-9 at Oshkosh Corporation’s booth, LVCC West Hall – #4418.
The Boom Lift with Robotic End Effector is a game-changing concept that envisions traditional lift equipment evolving into autonomous robots capable of performing complex tasks at height, such as welding, inspection, and installation. Built for industrial environments, this cutting-edge system combines AI-guided controls, robotic arms, and multi-sensor perception to autonomously navigate and execute tasks with precision, either independently or in coordinated fleets. The system can integrate with digital twins and job site management platforms, creating a scalable robotic solution that redefines capabilities in outdoor, semi-structured environments.
“We’re incredibly proud to receive these awards, which reflect our commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology,” said Shashank Bhatia, Chief Technology Officer at JLG. “At JLG, we strive to address the real-world challenges faced by our customers with solutions that make jobs safer, smarter, and more sustainable. This recognition validates our approach to innovation in the field of construction robotics.”
The CES Innovation Awards, organized by the Consumer Technology Association, honor companies for exceptional product design and engineering. This year’s program received a record-breaking number of submissions, with more than 3,600 products vying for recognition. In addition to JLG’s honors, Oshkosh Corporation also earned a Best of Innovation award in the Travel and Tourism category for the Oshkosh Airport Products Striker® Volterra™ electric vehicle, which offers faster acceleration and improved response times for airport rescue operations.
JLG Industries, part of Oshkosh Corporation, is a global leader in designing and manufacturing mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) and telehandlers. JLG’s product lineup includes popular brands such as JLG® MEWPs, SkyTrak® telehandlers, and various attachments. With a focus on innovation, safety, and sustainability, JLG continues to lead the way in advanced access equipment solutions for industries around the world.
