Island Exhibit Displays

Typical Island Show Regulations

Regulations vary by exhibit hall but the following are typical:  Maximum height of 30′ in all areas of your booth allowed in North Hall and Central Halls 3-5. Maximum height of 20′ in all areas of your booth is allowed in Central Halls 1-2. Maximum height of 22′ in all areas of your booth allowed in South Halls. No limitations on the number of solid walls for your Island booth.

Note:  Hanging signs are permitted above island booths.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

Canopies and Ceilings
Canopies, including ceilings, umbrellas and canopy frames, can be either decorative or functional (such as to shade computer monitors from ambient light or for hanging products). Canopies for Linear or Perimeter Booths should comply with line-of-sight requirements.

The bottom of the canopy should not be lower than 7 ft. (2.13m) from the floor within 5 ft. (l.52m) of any aisle. Canopy supports should be no wider than three inches 3 in.(08m). This applies to any booth configuration that has a sight line restriction, such as a Linear Booth. Fire and safety regulations in many facilities strictly govern the use of canopies, ceilings, and other similar coverings. Check with the appropriate local agencies prior to determining specific exhibition rules.

Covered ceiling structures or enclosed rooms, including tents or canopies, shall have one smoke detector placed on the ceiling for every 900 square feet.

Hanging Signs and Graphics
Hanging signs and graphics are permitted upon approval in all standard Peninsula, Island and Split Island Booths, with a maximum height of sixteen feet (16 ft.)(4.87m) to the top of the sign as measured from the floor

Whether suspended from above or supported from below, they should comply with all ordinary use-of-space requirements (for example, the highest point of any sign may not exceed the maximum allowable height for the booth type). Double-sided hanging signs and graphics shall be set back ten feet (10 ft.)(3.05m) from adjacent booths and be directly over contracted space only.

Theatrical Truss and Lighting
Ceiling-supported theatrical truss and lighting are permitted in all standard Peninsula, Island and Spilt Island Booths to a maximum height of twenty feet (20 ft.)(6.1m) where ceiling permits. Ground-supported truss may not exceed the maximum allowable height for the booth type. Logos or graphics are not permitted over the sixteen-foot (l6fl)(4.87m) height restriction and must have four feet (4 ft.)(1.22m) of separation from the top of the sign to the top of the truss.

Exhibitors should adhere to the following suggested minimum guidelines when determining booth lighting:

• No lighting, fixtures, lighting trusses or overhead lighting is allowed outside the boundaries of the exhibit space.
• Exhibitors intending to use hanging light systems must submit drawings to NAMM for approval by the published deadline date.
• Lighting must be directed to the inner confines of the booth space. Lighting must comply with facility rules.
• Lighting which Is potentially harmful, such as lasers or ultraviolet lighting, should comply with facility rules and be approved in writing by exhibition management.
• Lighting that spins, rotates, pulsates, and other specialized lighting effects should be in good taste and not interfere with neighboring Exhibitors or otherwise detract from the general atmosphere of the event.
• Reduced lighting for theater areas should be approved by the exhibition organizer, the utility provider, and the exhibit facility.

Absolutely! When it comes to Trade Show Island Exhibits, it’s rare that someone purchases a kit “as is.” Nearly every island gets tweaked, or we start from scratch based on your requirements. That’s the fun part of this process: designing a display that makes your trade show program successful.

Give us a call or send us an email. We’ll meet with you to review your trade show marketing requirements, including your budget. Then we’ll work together to create an exhibit that maximizes your message and sales potential at your show.

Feel free to start your journey by exploring the islands in Exhibit Design Search, our online design database.

Renting an island exhibit is the ideal choice. Renting is affordable, typically 30-40% of a purchase. Classic Exhibits has an extensive gallery of island and inline rental exhibits (over 300) for most budgets.

If you don’t see something you like, no problem. About 50 percent of our rentals are new designs or modifications of existing designs. If it makes sense for you, and it makes sense for us, then we’re happy to create a unique configuration that meets all your trade show marketing requirements. See all your options in the Rental Gallery.

Yes and no. It depends on your island and inline design requirements. Most of the time, it’s not only possible but preferable by most exhibitors, especially those with an active trade show schedule. Custom modular systems have taken much of the guesswork out of reconfiguration since they’re built to work seamlessly whether you have an inline or an island. It’s all about understanding the design requirements from the beginning.

Give us a call or send us an email and we’ll show you design examples. Or we’ll be happy to work on a “ground up” design specific to your trade show marketing goals.

Modular Reconfigurable Exhibit Examples:

VK-5195 | VK-5111 | VK-5008 | VK-5211 | ECO-4071

Trade Show Island Exhibits are displays bordering 3-4 aisles in a show hall, with the smallest starting at 20’ x 20’. Inline exhibits, by contrast, typically border 1 or 2 aisles and are usually 10’ x 10’ or 10’ x 20’. Unlike inline booths that are tucked into a row, an island is a “destination” display located in the middle of the floor, offering 360-degree access and visibility.

Because they have no neighboring booths sharing walls, island exhibits are considered the “premium” real estate of a trade show floor.

Key Features of Island Exhibits:

• Size Requirements: They are typically 20 ft x 20 ft or larger. Most show organizers do not allow island configurations for spaces smaller than 400 square feet, although 10 x 20 islands are available at some shows, like EXHIBITORLIVE.
• 360-Degree Access: Attendees can enter your booth from any direction. This eliminates “dead zones” and allows for a more fluid, open-concept floor plan.
• Extended Height Limits: While inline booths are usually capped at 8 feet, island exhibits often have a 16ft to 20ft height allowance. This allows for massive towers and hanging signs visible from across the hall.
• Hanging Signage: Islands are usually the only booth type permitted to hang branded signs or “halos” from the ceiling, which act as a beacon for traffic.

Benefits Include: Greater Design Freedom, Brand Authority and Visibility, Zone Segmentation, and Higher Traffic Opportunities.