Glossary

3000R

Lightweight retractable banner stand with a unique connector system that allow for quick graphic replacement. Multiple widths are available and all banners full or tabletop height to fit your exhibiting needs. Soft and hard side cases are available as well as halogen light kits that slide easily onto the support pole. Use multiple units to create an attractive back wall. 3000R

Banner stand

A cartridge contained exhibiting system that can be pulled up to reveal a large vertically oriented graphic, which in most cases can be replaced as needed. Exalt and 3000R

Back wall or Inline

A ten-foot deep by ten-foot wide, or wider booth space. Back wall displays are limited to 8 foot high, but if it is on the perimeter of the show hall you may be able to go 12 feet tall.

Case to Table

The ability for a shipping case to be converted to a podium or table by utilizing a graphic wrap and counter surface hiding the shipping container.

Custom exhibits

Exhibits made from scratch to the specific requirements of the exhibitor. Can be made with metal, wood, plexiglass, or any other material.

Drayage

The movement of show materials from shipping dock to booth for show set up and back to dock for return shipment at end of show.

Engage

Panel system that is extremely durable yet lightweight. Engage has a wide array of components that have lightweight cores and slide-connect technology giving a near seamless look. These panels are finished on both sides, and can be reconfigured into any size exhibit space. Engage

Exalt

Lightweight retractable banner and back wall system that can be easily adjusted from a linear back wall to curved with a simple click of the adjustment levers. Packs into a convenient soft sided or optional hard sized case that weighs less than 10 pounds. The banner can be used at multiple retracted heights for tabletop or full height display. Exalt

I&D

Installation & Dismantle (of an exhibit). Also known as Set Up and Take-down.

Inliten

Built from sturdy steel frame the structural components are ideal for merchandising lots of products. Its ability to set up with a simple T-wrench and lightweight fabric graphics attach quickly and easily. inliten

Island

An exhibit that is exposed on all sides to an aisle. Starts with a 20 foot by 20 foot space, can go up to thousands of square feet. Usually, the bigger the show, the bigger the island spaces. Exhibitors can go up to 16 feet or taller depending on the show or with permission from the show.

Mirage

The industry standard in ‘pop-up’ displays. Durable ultra-lightweight composite frame expands in seconds Mirage is designed to give you a smooth, seamless look. Flexible panels easily attach with special polarized magnets. Fabric or graphic murals attach with ease leaving a seamless sweeping concave exhibit. Mirage cases transport easily and can be converted into a table workstation. Mirage PDF, Mirage classic, Mirage plus

Modular exhibits

Exhibits constructed with pre-engineered, integrated components that create a tailored design solution. More sophisticated architecturally and stronger structurally than portable displays. While designed to be lighter weight than a traditional custom exhibit, they can ship in crates rather than cases. Common types include truss systems, larger-sized panel systems, and more.

Mosaic

Versatile panel system that has a variety of shapes and sizes. Panels have a strong aluminum frame that is hidden beneath the surface giving it a seamless look. Assemble quickly and can be reconfigured to varying booth spaces Mosaic

Panel System

A prefabricated exhibit composed of connected rectangular panels of various sizes. Engage and Mosaic systems fall into this definition

Peninsula

Similar to an island booth space, but with aisles on only three sides, with one side shared with another exhibitor or a wall.

Pop-up

A portable exhibit system which has a 'pop up and expand' frame with attaching panels and graphics. They can be 8’ 10’ free standing or 6’ table top in design. Mirage solutions fall into this definition Mirage

Portable displays

Designed to be lightweight, pack very small and be either carried or rolled in by the exhibitor. The smaller the space, the more likely an exhibitor will use a portable exhibit. Common types of portable displays are pop-ups, banner stands, and modular systems.

Stratus

Table or workstation solutions that is portable and flexible to meet all your needs. Sets up in minutes without tools, and is available in many finishes, colors, laminates, printed graphics and fabric options. Optional accessory pole can be added to customize your Stratus into a workstation or interactive kiosk with monitor presentations

Table Top

A six or eight foot wide space that has a table supplied by the show organizer that a three to five foot tall display sits on. Some shows only offer tabletop spaces to their exhibitors.

Truss

SkyTruss comes in straight and curved sections that have universal connectors giving you unlimited design potential. Plus SkyTruss folds down flat for efficient shipping and storage. Truss is able to support heavy products such as monitors for presentation and can be covered with fabric to conceal the structure.

Tube

Streamlined component that comes in round, square, smooth or slotted configurations. Slotted tube makes mounting accessories such as monitors and extrusions effortless while concealing unsightly wiring. Dramatic curved pieces provide a look that is distinct and inviting. Tube, tube ultra