Classic Exhibits Chicago? Never Gonna to Happen!
Admittedly, Classic Exhibits isn’t well-known outside the exhibit industry. And that’s OK. We’re committed to a private-label model and dedicated to supporting you with design and build services, purchase and rentals, and unbranded marketing support.
Exhibit Rentals are Bigger, Brighter, and Bolder
Exhibit rentals have gotten bigger, brighter, and bolder. Which is good news for everyone. At Classic Rental Solutions (CRS), our island to inline mix is about 50/50.
Comparing Trade Show Marketing to Other Types of Marketing
The trade show season is in full swing, and exhibitors are talking about new graphics, giveaways, and Las Vegas. I love this time of year… and to some extent, loath it. I get to hear exhibitors grumble about the cost of a display, poor leads, drayage, and their ROI.
The (In)Complete Glossary of Trade Shows, Pregnancy, and Childbirth
without further ado, I present you with my new glossary of trade show terms about “pregnancy and childbirth”!
What’s Orange, Retractable, and 10% Less? Banner Stands!
BannerBug stands are manufactured in the USA and covered by an Unconditional Lifetime Warranty on the hardware. If the product fails, regardless of the reason, BannerBug USA will repair or replace it for free, for life.
Major Auto Shows & Trade Shows in the U.S. (with Tips for Exhibitors)
Explore the largest auto shows and auto trade shows in the U.S. including SEMA, AAPEX, EV expos, and more— with tips to help you stand out.
Top HVAC Trade Shows, Trends, & Booth Strategies
Whether you’ve attended 5 or 50 trade shows, you already know that HVAC trade shows are important to growing your business and advancing your professional education. The industry is changing rapidly and trade shows are hubs for meeting with residential and commercial HVAC companies
Symphony Portable Display Fashion Show (w/ AI Commentary)
“The Symphony Portable Display isn’t just a display; it’s an experience. It’s about presenting your brand with polish, professionalism, and undeniable flair. It’s about creating a memorable impression that resonates long after the show is over.
Classic Exhibits and the Experiential Marketing Summit
Experiential Marketing Summit (EMS) is one of my favorite events. The content is AMAZING! Brands that come to EMS are not just representative of the best of the best but also come ready to engage with others. At the same time, everything is intimate in size and very accessible. So why doesn’t Classic Exhibits have a booth at EMS? That’s a very fair question. 😊 We Did Exhibit at EMS Classic...
Trade Show Graphics 101: How to Make Your Mark
Everything you need to know about trade show graphics, from design to printing. Stand out with high-quality, eye-catching graphic design!
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Renting an Exhibit Should Not Be Stressful
Renting an exhibit shouldn’t be stressful. Yet, many exhibitors experience the same anxiety as buying a used car from Manny’s MotorWorld Emporium.
Summit Graphics PDX — Video Walking Tour
Summit Graphics PDX is not only the print provider for Classic Exhibits projects, but they also work with Classic Distributors and Summit clients throughout the Pacific Northwest.
BannerBug USA Banner Stands are in EDS
Many of you are familiar with BannerBug, but for those who are not, BannerBug stands are 100% manufactured in the USA and are covered by an Unconditional Lifetime Warranty on the hardware. If it fails, regardless of the reason, BannerBug USA will repair or replace it for free, for life.
Crazy Fall Season for Classic Rental Solutions
Thank you for a CRAZY FALL SEASON. We’ve had strong sales, including a record number of AMAZING custom projects. The rental division, Classic Rental Solutions (CRS), saw the largest surge. And that’s not surprising. Exhibit rentals are growing at Classic and throughout the industry.
Classic Exhibits is An Event Supplier Too
Classic Exhibits isn’t an event company, but we are an event supplier. Event agencies tap into our rental inventory of exhibit accessories.
Sustainability Guidelines Report or Root Canal Surgery
Sustainability is an important topic at Classic Exhibits and to our industry. However, to many folks, if given the choice between reading a report about “green” exhibit practices or getting a root canal without Novocain, they would choose root canal every time.
Apparel Trade Shows: Top Events and Display Tips
Apparel trade shows are unlike any other event. Attendees and exhibitors are there to see the latest trends, and they are there to be seen. How you look and how your apparel trade show booth design looks matters a lot. And yet, no two shows are alike.
Food Trade Shows: Industry Events and Insider Tips
You can’t be an exhibit wallflower at a food trade show and expect to succeed. Food shows are battlegrounds. Smart exhibitors have compelling exhibits with large format graphics, videos, and interactive games all designed to entice you into their booth, sample their products, and learn more about their services.
Rental Island Exhibits with Round Hanging Signs
Big round hanging signs will always attract crowds, like bees to nectar. The rental island designs RE-9196, RE-9197, and RE-9198 all have round hanging signs but in three variations. From a straightforward 16 ft. diameter sign to 16 ft. circles inset with a 12 ft. flat or 3D signs.
Travel Expo Success: Prep and Exhibit Design Tips
Travel Expos or trade shows are professional events for accommodation companies (like hotels and BNBs), industry experts, and technology providers. Typically, these groups interact to share experiences, exchange knowledge, and learn new skills.
Letter from Jim Shelman, GM of Classic Rental Solutions
In this post, Jim Shelman, the GM of Classic Rental Solutions, shares details about their sales growth. To keep up with the growth, CRS has added staff, significantly increased its inventory, and streamlined its internal processes. CRS currently has 25 FT employees handling orders from Classic Distributor Partners.
ESCA & EDPA Booth Stand Sustainability Guidelines — Part 1
Recently, the Exhibition Services and Contractors Association (ESCA) and the Experiential Designers and Producers Association (EDPA) released a comprehensive report called the Sustainability Guidance for Exhibition Stand Construction. You can read the full document as a flipping book.
What Does Portable Modular Really Mean?
The term “portable modular” is a slippery term. Probably 80-90% of the displays described as “portable modular” are rarely both. Those with both features are often compromised by complexity, poor quality, or the availability of accessories.
8 Display Stand Options to Showcase Your Products
When it comes to custom display stands, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Some exhibitors want counters, tables, and shelves on the trade show aisle, while others encourage attendees to enter the booth space by offering comfortable seating and demo stations.
Quick Ship and Rapid Rental Trade Show Displays
In Exhibit Design Search, there are (7) Rapid Rentals and (7) Quick Ship designs available. All are packed in portable cases or crates and include (8) 10 x 10 kits and (6) 10 x 20 kits.