As people who normally deal with the technical side of trade show production, we have a very specific focus on the things in our emergency kit. Bizbash, an event planning news and resource web site, interviewed some prominent event producers who put a very different spin on what they made sure was available for emergencies. […]
You spent a fortune on what you think is a really nice trade show display and you want to get as much use out of it as you can. Nothing wrong with that. Unfortunately, show attendees have memories (conscious or otherwise) of what you display looked like at last year’s show, and if they think […]
Scheduling time to get a trade show exhibit is always a challenge, but never more so than when your show starts right after a holiday. Failing to understand local work rules that relate to holiday pay can quickly push your installation costs into the stratosphere. Most facilities (particularly those with union contracts) may have to […]
A lot of the expenses in building a trade show display and getting it installed can’t be avoided. Others can, but only if you understand the terms that designers, builders and installers use. If your conversations with those who you partner with (some by choice, some with no choice on your part) include accurate terms […]
The last day of a trade show is the time when the clock watchers rule. Every exhibitor is counting the minutes until they can get out of the hall. Savvy presenters know that this is when some of the best deals get made. Serious attendees know that they can get more time, one on one, […]
It is all but inevitable that through transit, set up and use over several days that your trade show exhibit will suffer some dings and bangs. You know that keeping it looking fresh and sharp is important for maintaining your image. You also know that you spend a lot of money on it and it […]
The aggressive adhesive on double faced tape is what makes it so effective for holding carpet temporarily in place. It is a trade show staple, and conference and convention centers couldn’t get through the day without it. Most of these facilities have tile or concrete floors, so the tape can be removed without floor damage […]
If getting your exhibit and trade show materials to the expo site involves working with a trucking company, these tips might help prevent your materials from being missing in action. Carry hard copies of all documents related to shipping, as well as uploading scanned copies to your phone. Keep a record of all tracking and […]
Double faced carpet tape has an extra aggressive adhesive. That’s how it manages to stand up to heavy foot traffic without slipping. When it’s time to remove the carpet, and the tape, this extra stickiness can lead to damage on floors and other painted surfaces. When taking up the tape, pull it up gently, at […]
