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Over 80 Engineered Aluminum Extrusions in Stock

Classic Exhibits Inc. stocks more than 80 engineered aluminum extrusion profiles in full or cut lengths. CAD and design assistance is available along with wood fabrication, welding, bending, and milling.

Stand Tough Sanitizer Stands — Built in the USA

The Stand Tough Hand Sanitizer Stands are permanent solutions constructed with engineered aluminum extrusion, stainless steel, and steel base plates. Most are powder-coated white. All are made in the USA. Ask about quantity discounts.

Gravitee Modular Medical Testing Pods

Gravitee Modular Medical Pods are constructed with lightweight aluminum frame, assemble without tools, include wire management, and ship flat. They are available for purchase or rent.

Symphony Portables w/o Rentals is Like…

While preparing Design Monday, I asked my wife, Christine Delea, for some creative assistance. I texted her this request, “Need pop culture or clever similes in the vein of ‘Symphony Portables w/o Rentals is like ….'”

Up Your Game February 2020 Newsletter

Do you remember when EXHIBITOR announced the 2020 date for EXHIBITORLIVE and you were puzzled by the late March date? We were, but now were delighted since it’s crazy busy at Classic Exhibits.

Over 60 EuroShop 2020 Photos

Kevin Carty and Katina Rigall Zipay are in Dusseldorf this week at EuroShop 2020 taking and sharing photos from the multiple exhibit halls.

The 7 Truths about Renting a Trade Show Exhibit

Trade Show exhibit rentals are growing. Rapidly. And exhibit companies are trying to position themselves based on their individual strengths. Some rental-only exhibit companies are touting renting as the only solution. They say, “Why buy when you can rent? No more storage fees. You can change the display for every show. The cost is less.”