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This year鈥檚 Hottest Thing Made in Arizona contest came to a close last week, with the Continuous Glucose Monitor taking the top spot. 

What is the contest:

The “Hottest Thing Made in Arizona” contest celebrates the state鈥檚 vibrant manufacturing sector by honoring innovative products crafted within Arizona. This competition showcases contributions both from major manufacturers and smaller innovators, highlighting the diverse achievements within the state鈥檚 manufacturing industry.

What is the product:

The Dexcom G7 is a straightforward continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system that provides real-time glucose readings directly on your smartphone or smartwatch鈥攚ithout the need for fingersticks. It allows users to effortlessly track their glucose levels and trends, enabling smarter, timely decisions around food and activity to manage diabetes more effectively. The G7 can be used to monitor both diabetes type 1 and type 2. Dexcom, which makes the device in Mesa, has been a leader in glucose biosensing since 1999.

What does it do: 

The Dexcom G7 offers customizable alerts that notify users up to 20 minutes before a low glucose event (Urgent Low Soon alert) and when the user鈥檚 glucose levels are too high. These personalized alerts provide reliability, ensuring that users are aware when it鈥檚 time to take action to manage their glucose levels.

The other two finalists: 

by Valley Forge & Bolt:

This cutting-edge wireless bolting system enhances safety and efficiency in essential sectors like aerospace, energy, and manufacturing. By measuring bolt tension and transmitting data wirelessly, the Wireless SPC4 helps prevent equipment failures, minimize downtime, and maintain safe, reliable operations. Phoenix-based Valley Forge & Bolt stands as a global leader in the production of hot-forged industrial fasteners.

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Designed for adventurers, Pin Drop Travel Trailers provide a rugged and practical solution for off-grid and outdoor journeys. These lightweight, easy-to-tow trailers come equipped with modern features like built-in solar systems, fully functional galley kitchens, and plug-and-play adaptability. Manufactured in Miami, Ariz., Pin Drop鈥檚 micro campers offer a comfortable and convenient way to enjoy the outdoors.

What they鈥檙e saying: 

鈥淭his year鈥檚 Hottest Thing Made in Arizona competition reiterated that Arizona鈥檚 manufacturing sector is red-hot. From consumer goods to food and beverage, from aerospace and defense to medical equipment, Arizona鈥檚 innovators are creating the world’s most in-demand products and creating good-paying, desirable jobs at the same time. Congratulations to our finalists. I can鈥檛 wait to see what products are featured next year,鈥� said Grace Appelbe, executive director of the Arizona Manufacturers Council.