Will COVID End “Build & Burn” Exhibits and Events?
By Al Mercuro, Senior Account Director, Genesis Exhibits What is Build and Burn? In recent years there has been a movement toward minimizing waste in the exhibit and event industry, from minimizing printed materials to laying down carpet tiles that can be re-used. Nancy Zavada founder and president of MeetGreen, was thinking outside the box when she found a way to donate graphic murals from the...
The Remarkable Gravitee Modular Wall System
Yes, Gravitee really is as simple and clever as it appears: Panels Connect without Tools or Loose Parts, Upper Panels Stack without Tools or Loose Parts Attach Direct Print or SEG Graphics, Flat and Curve Panels (60, 90, and 120 Degrees), Lightweight, Durable Engineered Aluminum Extrusion
Removing Tariffs is the Key to Economic Relief
By Rob Cohen & Dasher Lowe & Kevin Carty The following is from an opinion article in the Washington Examiner. Reestablishing Economic Security President Biden took office last month and was tasked with bolstering an economy that has struggled with the devastating effects of the coronavirus pandemic for almost a year. With millions of people still unemployed due to the...
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8th Annual EXHIBITOR Magazine Portable Modular Awards
EXHIBITOR Magazine Portable Modular Awards
6 Questions with Harold Mintz
Reprinted by permission. Original post 7/31/2015 by Optima Graphics. "Before I finished reading the first answer, I was grinning as I realized how much fun it was working with Harold. You can hear his voice as he tells it the way it was. By the answer to the sixth question, I was laughing out loud for real. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did." -- Gary Camarato 1. Tradeshow industry lore...
Three Trade Show Islands with Post-COVID Protection Features
Three rental island designs feature post-COVID individual demo stations, partitions, and social distancing.
The Future 100 by Wunderman Thompson
The need for brands to plan ahead, understand consumer behaviors that will stick, and employ creative innovation is more important than ever.
Four Temporary Vaccination Rooms (Purchase and Rental Options)
We hope your community doesn’t need these Temporary COVID Vaccination Rooms, but if they do, we’ve got you covered whether it’s for purchase or rental
Rental Exhibits Q&A: 12 Questions about Renting a Trade Show Display
Common Questions about Renting a Trade Show Display
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Now Available — The New MODUL 7.1 Catalog
The new MODUL 7.1 Index/Catalog is available as a PDF download. You can also download it on the www.classicmodul.com website.
Two New Project Management Superstars at Classic Exhibits
We are delighted to announce two additions to Classic Exhibits: Stefania Toscano and Paraskovia Semenov. Both are new project managers. Stefania works for the Classic Rental Solutions team. Paras handles orders, quotes, and customer service for Classic Exhibits.
10 Big Trade Shows in July and August 2017
The summer trade show season is in full swing in July and August. Check-out the 10 biggest trade shows in North America during these two hot months, including Comic Con and Outdoor Retailer.
Top 5 Fallacies of Trade Show Exhibit Rentals
Probably nothing has changed more in Trade Show Land than exhibit rentals. What used to look like subsidized housing on the show floor is now indistinguishable from purchase exhibits.
10 Big Trade Shows in June 2017
It’s officially summer. Thank goodness. Time to relax, enjoy a picnic, and attend a trade show. What? You forgot about trade shows? Shame on you.
Let’s start June with the NBM Show in Indy. Below are 10 Great Shows that embrace a trade show in June and the wonder of the Summer Solstice (June 21 – 22).
A Positive Change is Coming
A positive change is coming. The photo below shows a custom translucent “hurricane” t-knob. It’s an M6 thread with a 10 mm thread length and a 25 mm width (approximately 1 inch). This will replace some of the M6 screws in one of our current product lines making assembly faster and easier.
Which line? Well, we’ll leave you guessing on that. We don’t want to give away too much yet, especially to our competitors. Expect an announcement in about 45 days.
7 Reasons to Attend Shared Knowledge University
Earlier today, a Classic Distributor asked me why they should attend Shared Knowledge University on June 12-13. Honestly, I had to think about it since I’ve never been asked that before. Which is a little odd. So, why should you (or any distributor), spend two days attending Classic’s comprehensive training in Portland, OR?
Trade Show Material Handling Calculator and Infographic
If you are familiar with trade shows, you are all too familiar with material handling or drayage. These two terms, which mean the same thing, often elicit a very strong emotional response from exhibitors. So what is drayage? Drayage refers to the movement of your trade show booth items from your carrier’s delivery vehicle to your booth space.
Gravitee One-Step Modular System (Video)
Below is a Gravitee One-Step video where we disassembled a large conference room in less than five minutes. When we took the video, that was the only goal. Then we sent it to Glenna, our Graphic Designer, who saw what we clearly failed to see — namely a whole lotta plumber’s butt.
10 Big Trade Shows in May 2017
We know you are patiently waiting for National Hug Your Cat Day on May 15. As are we. To help you pass the time, we’ve compiled a list of 10 BIG trade shows happening in May 2017. What do cats have to do with trade shows? Thank you for asking: What Cats Can Teach Us About Trade Shows.
What a Mel Meltdown Looks Like
Twelve years ago, we coined the phrase “Exhibit Design Search.” Back then, it was exactly that — a simple way to search through our product galleries for kit numbers and features. As with anything successful, there are bound to be copycats. Other display vendors and distributors have attempted to replicate Exhibit Design Search.
Your Spring “Shared Knowledge University” Invitation (SKU)
You want to attend Shared Knowledge University (SKU). You know it. We know it. Space is limited and openings fill fast. Contact Jen LaBruzza (jen@classicexhibits.com) to reserve your spot on June 12-13 (Monday and Tuesday).
10 Big Trade Shows in April 2017
Spring has officially sprung and we’re hopping into April with another BIG trade show month. This month features coffee to craft brewers, and furniture design to architects and broadcasters. There’s something for everyone.
2017 Portable Modular Awards at EXHIBITORLIVE
At EXHIBITORLIVE, Classic Exhibits had six finalists for the EXHIBITOR Portable Modular Awards. Our most ever. We won two: Best Inline and Best Use of Graphics. Some background on each winner from text that will appear in EXHIBITOR Magazine.
A Fun Video of EXHIBITOR 2017 with Classic Exhibits
If you were at EXHIBITORLIVE, you already know. It was amazing! So many upscale designs and clever promotions this year. We’ll share details in a future blog (once we fully recover), but we thought you might enjoy this fun video edited by Glenna Martin, our Graphic Design Manager. See anyone you recognize?