The primary graphic branding for the Wireless Charging Solutions are vinyl countertop graphics or SEG fabric graphics (backlit and non-backlit). In most cases, the graphics are removeable. Most companies have a full graphic that covers the entire surface, although smaller adhesive graphics are also available. Some companies have the sides branded as well.
In addition to printed graphics, the laminate color often serves as a branding opportunity depending on your corporate color(s). White LED lights will enhance the laminate color on the perimeter.
Finally, selecting RGB programmable LED lights allows you to choose the specific LED color you want on the perimeter lighting. These are infinity adjustable and come with multiple programs where the lights flash or sequence through a color pattern. There are several videos online that show the sequencing.
The following pertains primarily to purchase wireless solutions. For rental options, laminate colors and lighting options may be limited.
Lighting
Many charging solutions have perimeter LED lights. The standard color is white, which will enhance your laminate color. For a nominal upcharge, you can have RGB Programmable LED lights. These allow you to dial a specific color using a remote and even have programming options such as flashing or sequencing light displays. If there are other lighting options you might want, let us know. We are happy to customize your charging solution to your specific requirements.
Electrical Outlets
110W electrical outlets can be added to many of the charging solutions, depending on the space available. These will be pre-wired so it’s still “plug and play.”
Laminate Colors
It’s really up to you. We don’t specify specific laminates, although our typical sources are Nevamar, Pionite, and Wilsonart. Within those companies, there are standard laminates and specialty laminates. Most laminates don’t require an upcharge, but there are custom finish and material laminates that sell at a higher price. If you choose those custom finishes, we will let you know and quote the upcharge. Don’t see the laminate color you want? We are happy to source from other vendors.
Accessories
The most popular accessory is the MOD-1329 iPad Swivel Mount. These can be added to most charging solutions. Other accessories include LED lightboxes, monitors, and sign holders.
Do you still have questions? Contact us. We’re happy to create a charging solution ideal for your needs.
The Wireless Charging Solutions, tables, towers, counters, etc., are primarily modular, meaning they assemble in 3-5 components. For example, the MOD-1432 Bistro Table has three modular components: the countertop, post, and base.
The countertop includes all the electrical and wire management. Other than threading the main 110 W power cord through the post and base, there’s no electrical assembly. It’s all self-contained. The post attaches to the countertop with knobs using treaded inserts. The base connects to the post with an Allen key bolt. A multi-function Allen key tool is supplied with the kit.
It’s really that easy. The LED lights, wireless pads, and any optional 110W outlets are all pre-wired.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
All the Charging Stations use a 110W plug(s) for the main power. In most cases it’s only one plug. The charging connections are wireless pads for the purchase displays. However, some rental solutions have USB C ports instead. There are usually multiple chargers on the tables, counters, and stations.
Optional 110W outlets can be added to many of the charging solutions.
For electrical mapping purposes at tradeshows or events, assume a 2-4 amp power drop per table.
Should you have any questions regarding the charging solutions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Rest easy. X1 Fabric Graphics are dye-sublimated and can be cleaned! Spot clean any specific areas or throw them into a front-loading washing machine in the gentle cycle (on cold with mild detergent). The graphics will look new again.
Dry on very low heat or hang to dry on the frame (preferred method).
The variety of shapes, sizes, and materials means every Fabric Pop-up Display is unique. With a fabric pop-up, it’s all about the graphics. That’s where smart exhibitors can shine with colorful graphics and a captivating message.
If you need a more customizable portable display, including options like shelves, monitor mounts, and backlighting, consider the Symphony Portable System.
What used to be an easy question about Pop Up Displays is now not as easy. Many exhibitors love the convenience of a single large graphic whereas others prefer multiple smaller graphics which can be rearranged, removed, or replaced depending on the show. Recently, there’s been a surge in backlit pop-up fabric displays. They’re more expensive but offer a visual “color pop” that’s hard to miss.
Pop-up displays are perfect for local or regional events, sales presentations, or even lobby displays. For larger trade shows, consider a portable like the Symphony Portable Display. It offers more features and design choices but still ships in a portable roto-molded case(s) and assembles without tools.
Contact Classic Exhibits or a Classic Exhibits Distributor Partner near you. For the closest Classic Distributor Partner, click on “Request a Classic Distributor Partner” on the Home Page.
Fabric will wrinkle and fold lines may appear in a fabric graphic if it has been stored or folded for a long time. Fortunately, the wrinkles are not permanent. Whenever possible, always store your displays set-up. Many people place their display in the company lobby or conference room. It can be a great silent salesperson or department directory.
High-quality fabrics on structures like Vburst and NEXT! generally won’t hold wrinkles once the frame is fully assembled. If wrinkles persist, use a small travel steamer. Many labor crews at trade shows have these available if you don’t want to carry one in your case. Steamers are inexpensive and simple to use and will remove any remaining wrinkles.
A Fabric Pop-up Display consists of a portable frame (usually made from aluminum or plastic tubing) and fabric graphics. It’s engineered to collapse for packaging and shipping, making it lightweight and easy to set-up. The graphics are hung on the frame after it’s expanded, or in some cases, remain on the frame (both open and closed).
Fabric pop-up displays are available in three sizes: 10 ft., 8 ft., and table tops. The design configurations can vary with squares, rectangles, triangles, and curves as the most common shapes. Many include LED stem lights, which are available for an additional cost.
Self-locking Pop-up Displays are perfect for Velcro-compatible fabrics and graphic murals but are not ideal for tension fabric graphics. Our frame uses manual locks because it creates a more rigid structure, one that evenly stretches the fabric and removes any wrinkles or folds. The result is a taut flat graphic that mimics a hard panel graphic.
Self-locking frames are fantastic when you have a rollable mural graphic or fabric panel with stiffener hardware. But, when it comes to fabric pop-ups, self-locking pop-up designs are typically not a good option.
Yes, multiple quantity discounts are available on quantities of 5 or more Tablet Stands. On most units, we can ship immediately. Larger quantities may require a longer lead time.
Contact us. We fulfill lots of multiple quantity orders for businesses and government agencies.
There’s a wide range of Tablet Stand accessories and graphic options.
For the iPad stands:
- ZB-221 — Aluminum Brochure Tray
- MOD-1319 — Face Plate Graphic
- MOD-1320 — Graphic Wings
- MOD-1321 — Graphic Halo
- MOD-1324 — Graphic with Standoffs
- MOD-1328 — Banner Graphic
For most other tablet stands:
- ZB-221 — Aluminum Brochure Tray
- MOD-1319 — Face Plate Graphic
- MOD-1320 — Graphic Wings
- MOD-1321 — Graphic Halo
- MOD-1329, MOD-1340, MOD-1341, MOD-1328 — Banner Graphics (for MOD-1333 only)
Need something specific to your marketing needs. Give us a call.
Yes. Most iPad and Surface kiosks include wire management. There’s an access hole in the locking clamshell frame. In the post, the power cord feeds through a hole in the bottom and a slot at the top. The power cord simply threads through the post and attaches to the iPad in the clamshell or the Surface in the enclosure. It’s designed to be simple and easy.
The Swivel Stop™ is an innovative patented feature exclusive to our iPad kiosk and mounts. The Swivel Stop makes it easy to rotate the locking clamshell frame between portrait and landscape position without tools. As you rotate the clamshell frame, it “snaps” into either a vertical or horizontal position within a 180-degree range. The 180-degree radius prevents the iPad, when connected to a power cord, from twisting the cord.
The Swivel Stop is attached either to the kiosk or the clamshell, depending on the model, so no additional assembly is required.
If you need an iPad or Surface kiosk with a fixed position, horizontal or vertical, let us know. We occasionally receive requests for locked horizontal iPad frames for retail applications.
Five Reasons:
- Designed to Perform: Our tablet stands are designed and built to withstand the rigors of trade shows, events, and retail applications. That’s not true of most tablet stands which are built with thin wall steel tubing, require lengthy assembly, and are either heavy or disposable.
- Engineered Aluminum Extrusion: Nearly all our stands are built with engineered aluminum extrusion. That’s a signiificant difference. It’s lightweight, durable, and is designed for accessories such as brochure holders, graphics, and shelves.
- Rotating Swivel Stop™: The patented Swivel Stop makes it easy to rotate the locking clamshell frame from portrait to landscape. As it rotates, it snaps into place.
- Anti-theft Clamshell or Enclosure: The iPad clamshell frames come with two locks. Your iPad is secure in the clamshell but can be removed in seconds at the end of the day. The Surface enclosure has (6) hex screws.
- Assembly: Typically, there are no more than three or four components and the tool is included.
A full-size table throw covers all four sides of the table. An economy size throw covers three sides leaving the back of the table open.
Except for a few Intro Folding Panel Table Top designs, which are built exclusively for 8 ft. tables, all of the other table tops will fit both 6 ft and 8 ft tables. Most, however, fit better on an 8 ft. table, which allows for additional space for literature and promotional products.
See the Table Throw Gallery for a wide selection of printed and unprinted throws.
It depends on the specific table top system.
- Aero, Symphony, Sacagawea, and SEGUE Table Tops include all graphics shown. Those tend to be dye-sublimated fabric graphics.
- Graphics are not included in the base price of the Intro and the Classic Presentation systems. The graphics are shown as a separate line item since the size and number of graphics can vary depending on a client’s preference. Those graphics are direct prints, typically on a solid substrate.
Classic Exhibits Table Top Systems
- Classic Presentation: Lightweight 3-panel briefcase table tops with a durable plastic frame, carrying handle, and Velcro compatible fabric. The table top of choice for recruiters, colleges, non-profits, and anyone needing a table top that’s ready to go in 5 seconds or less.
- Symphony, Sacagawea, and SEGUE: Aluminum extrusion and tension fabric table tops with accessories such as standoff graphics, headers, and shelves. Perfect for just about any situation.
- Aero Freestanding: Powder-coated aluminum push-button tubes in contemporary shapes with tension fabric and first surface graphics. Hi-tech and pharmaceutical companies love these upscale shapes.
- FT (Intro): Two-sided folding fabric panel table tops in varying widths and heights. These are perfect for anyone with an extensive trade show schedule where you expect the table top will take a beating.
- ecoSmart: Sustainable engineered aluminum extrusion with SEG Fabric and Direct Print Graphics. Modern designs with an eco-friendly twist.
Symphony Portable Displays offer significant advantages in terms of versatility and adaptability. The modular design allows for easy reconfiguration for different exhibition spaces and design preferences, like expanding from a 10 ft. to a 20 ft. inline. It also enables exhibitors to update or change their display for different events without needing a completely new exhibit.
The ability to add or remove elements like floating graphics, iPad clamshells, and monitor mounts provides additional flexibility, making these displays a long-term, cost-effective solution for varying exhibition needs. No portable system offers more modular flexibility than Symphony or all the benefits of tool-free assembly and a lifetime warranty on workmanship.
And because Symphony Portable Displays are 100% Made in the USA, accessories and replacement parts are available within days — not weeks and weeks.
Symphony Portable Displays combine elegance with practicality, offering exhibitors a sophisticated yet easy-to-use solution. Most portables are one trick ponies. Not Symphony. It’s a comprehensive portable modular system with 8 mix-and-match frame options and over 30 practical accessories like shelves, iPad clamshells, wireless charging, and counters with locking storage.
Symphony Portables are designed for quick assembly and disassembly, saving valuable time at trade shows. The use of high-quality SEG dye-sublimated fabric graphics ensures a vibrant and wrinkle-free appearance. For more detailed insights and creative ideas on maximizing the impact of your Symphony Portable Display, see the full line of over 70 designs in 10, 20, and 30 ft. configurations.
Five Benefits of the Symphony Portable Display:
- Tool-less Assembly: The entire system is designed for fast, hassle-free setup. All components, including the frames, workstations, and accessories, can be assembled without any tools.
- Upscale Modular Design: Symphony bridges the gap between basic “cookie-cutter” portable pop-ups and expensive custom modular exhibits. Its modular nature allows you to Mix and Match frame shapes (Arch, Rectangle, Convex, Concave, Peak).
- High-Quality SEG Graphics: Symphony uses vibrant SEG fabric graphics that press into the frame’s grooves. This ensures a drum-tight, wrinkle-free appearance that looks significantly more “permanent” and professional than the “pillowcase” style graphics found on cheaper portable units.
- Integrated Smart Accessories: Symphony options include — Workstations & Counters, Wireless Charging, Monitor Mounts, Shelves, and iPad Clamshells.
- Durability and Portability: Custom-looking but portable, Symphony is engineered for life on the road. It features lightweight aluminum frames, die-cut protective packaging, and a lifetime warranty on workmanship.
Most portable displays are squares or rectangles. Symphony Portable Displays offer exhibitors much more, not just captivating shapes (such as arches, curves, and peaks) but also a wide array of accessories. Symphony Displays are prized for their elegant curved and step designs, and a standout choice as a portable modular display.
They feature seamless, wrinkle-free SEG dye-sublimated fabric graphics, ensuring a professional and visually appealing presentation.
Unlike more basic portable displays, Symphony’s lightweight, engineered aluminum frames are stronger than other portables, making them the ideal choice for weight-bearing accessories like monitors, floating graphics, shelves, and workstations. No other portable modular system has the functionality and visual impact of a Symphony on the trade show floor.
Why buy multiple portable or modular displays when Symphony can do it all? The customization options for Symphony Portable Displays are extensive. You can choose from various backwall shapes, counters, and workstations, allowing for unlimited design possibilities. Plus, there are accessories like monitor mounts, iPad clamshells, shelves, floating graphics, wireless charging, and over 20 portable counters and workstations
The modular SEG frames are double-sided and re-configurable, offering the flexibility to adapt your display for different shows and spaces. This mix-and-match approach encourages creativity and ensures that your display aligns perfectly with your brand identity and marketing objectives. No other portable modular system offers you both more and less for ultimate flexibility with your trade show marketing.
Whether you call them green, sustainable, or eco-friendly, our ecoSmart Display line blends modern design with green materials and sustainable manufacturing process. Options include inlines, islands, table tops, and accessories.
Interested in a sustainable display? We want to hear from you. Call us, complete the Contact form, or take a moment to ask us a question. It’s that simple. Plus, we encourage you to explore some of your options in Exhibit Design Search, our online exhibit design database. Use it to identify designs and features you like and then schedule an appointment with our professional exhibit designers.
That’s an easy question — About the same as a non-green exhibit. Most sustainable materials are now priced at or even below similar non-sustainable materials. For example, our roto-molded cases with wheels are made with regrind plastic. Those case are both less expensive to manufacture but stronger than cases made with virgin plastic. And the backbone of many eco-friendly displays is aluminum extrusion, which is made from 70% recycled aluminum and endlessly recyclable.
Green doesn’t mean it’s more expensive. Contact us for more information about our ecoSmart Sustainable line of trade show exhibits or explore over 150 sustainable kit designs in Exhibit Design Search, our exhibit design database.
In short, we’ll build whatever you want. The Exhibit Design Search online galleries are idea generators where you can see what’s possible and mix and match designs to fulfill your specific marketing needs. Then tap into our exhibit designers to create the perfect exhibit. Your sustainable design can be funky or futuristic or modern depending on your marketing goals. The materials don’t dictate the design… unless you want them too.
The term “eco-friendly” means different things to different people. At Classic Exhibits, we define an Eco-friendly Exhibit as one that’s built with sustainable materials, either recycled or recyclable, using green suppliers in a facility that adheres to sustainable practices like responsible energy usage, recycling, and low waste. That applies not only to the ecoSmart product line but also to all the products that Classic Exhibits manufacturers.
What makes an ecoSmart Sustainable Exhibit unique?
100% Recycled Content
- ReCo – Flexible Substrate Perfect for Graphic Backers and Infills
- Eco-Glass – Green Alternative to Acrylic/Plex
- Fabric Graphics – Exceptional Dye-sublimated SEG and Backlit Graphics (post-consumer)
- Roto-molded Cases w/ Wheels – Durable Portable Cases w/ Reusable Packaging Material (regrind)
Eco-friendly Construction
- Engineered Aluminum – 70% Recycled Content + Endlessly Recyclable
- FSC Wood – Forest Stewardship Council Certified Wood Products
- Adhesives — Water-based, low, or VOC free (Volatile Organic Compounds)
- Laminates – Greenguard Certified (low or no VOCs)
- Direct Prints — Eco-Board PVC-free, Biodegradable Polystyrene
Whether you call them green, sustainable, or eco-friendly, our ecoSmart Display line blends modern design with green materials and sustainable manufacturing process. Options include inlines, islands, table tops, and accessories.
Interested in a sustainable display? We want to hear from you. Call us, complete the Contact form, or take a moment to ask us a question. It’s that simple. Plus, we encourage you to explore some of your options in Exhibit Design Search, our online exhibit design database. Use it to identify designs and features you like and then schedule an appointment with our professional exhibit designers.
That’s an easy question — About the same as a non-green exhibit. Most sustainable materials are now priced at or even below similar non-sustainable materials. For example, our roto-molded cases with wheels are made with regrind plastic. Those case are both less expensive to manufacture but stronger than cases made with virgin plastic. And the backbone of many eco-friendly displays is aluminum extrusion, which is made from 70% recycled aluminum and endlessly recyclable.
Green doesn’t mean it’s more expensive. Contact us for more information about our ecoSmart Sustainable line of trade show exhibits or explore over 150 sustainable kit designs in Exhibit Design Search, our exhibit design database.
In short, we’ll build whatever you want. The Exhibit Design Search online galleries are idea generators where you can see what’s possible and mix and match designs to fulfill your specific marketing needs. Then tap into our exhibit designers to create the perfect exhibit. Your sustainable design can be funky or futuristic or modern depending on your marketing goals. The materials don’t dictate the design… unless you want them too.
The term “eco-friendly” means different things to different people. At Classic Exhibits, we define an Eco-friendly Exhibit as one that’s built with sustainable materials, either recycled or recyclable, using green suppliers in a facility that adheres to sustainable practices like responsible energy usage, recycling, and low waste. That applies not only to the ecoSmart product line but also to all the products that Classic Exhibits manufacturers.
What makes an ecoSmart Sustainable Exhibit unique?
100% Recycled Content
- ReCo – Flexible Substrate Perfect for Graphic Backers and Infills
- Eco-Glass – Green Alternative to Acrylic/Plex
- Fabric Graphics – Exceptional Dye-sublimated SEG and Backlit Graphics (post-consumer)
- Roto-molded Cases w/ Wheels – Durable Portable Cases w/ Reusable Packaging Material (regrind)
Eco-friendly Construction
- Engineered Aluminum – 70% Recycled Content + Endlessly Recyclable
- FSC Wood – Forest Stewardship Council Certified Wood Products
- Adhesives — Water-based, low, or VOC free (Volatile Organic Compounds)
- Laminates – Greenguard Certified (low or no VOCs)
- Direct Prints — Eco-Board PVC-free, Biodegradable Polystyrene
Yes, Classic Exhibits is proud to offer Eco-friendly Portable Displays that help minimize environmental impact. Our sustainable displays are crafted from recyclable materials and equipped with energy-efficient lighting options, such as LED lights.
We also offer biodegradable graphics, so your display aligns with your green initiatives. Choosing a sustainable portable display resonates with today’s environmentally conscious attendees and reinforces your brand’s commitment to corporate responsibility.
Yes… and the reason is important. Everything we build is Made in the USA in a CNC shop. Which means we’re within a time zone (or two or three) of you, and the build specifications for your project are stored in our database. Just a few clicks and it’s ready to be sent to our shop to be remade.
And because almost every part is numbered and cross-referenced in the setup instructions, you merely have to have to tell us you need “J5.” Or let us know the job number and we’ll help you locate the part. It’s meant to be simple… and it is.
Of course. That’s a benefit of working with a company that also designs and builds trade show exhibits. We understand modular construction and have engineered modular systems which can be updated, reconfigured, and expanded as your sales and marketing needs evolve.
In addition, nearly everything we build starts with a sustainable focus. We want it to last and adapt. No one likes to toss a fixture just because the graphics need to change. We’ll work with you to ensure that doesn’t happen.
Yes. Much will depend on the implementations and timing. If those implementations have a tight window with lots of simultaneous installations, we’ll likely use trusted partners with extensive experience. We’ve been doing this a long time (over 30 years) and have developed a solid network of partnerships we trust.
Yes. We recognize there may be local or state regulations that may affect the construction and installation of a project. Your contractor will have a better understanding and can guide us to ensure we take those regulations into account.
In addition, we know that open and clear communication between Classic Exhibits and your General Contractor minimizes any surprises and makes the process smoother.
That’s your call. We can provide onsite supervision depending on the size and the scope of the project. Like you, we want to ensure sure everything goes to plan and that you’re happy. In some cases, we may suggest partners with extensive installation experience who are closer to the final location.
Yes, we have a team of designers with retail and corporate environment experience. They’ll work with you and a Classic Distributor to create a display, retail fixture, or environment that captures your vision. Then we’ll build it to your specifications and keep you in the loop with photos and video before shipping it to your installation location.
Rental Island Exhibits allow exhibitors to go big for less… while still creating an immersive brand experience on the trade show floor. Rentals are perfect for exhibitors who need a flexible, cost-effective solution that doesn’t require long-term investment or storage.
In addition, rental islands offer exhibitors significant flexibility with their designs and graphics, enabling them to target their messaging to specific trade show audiences and customize the structure to facilitate demonstrations, meeting space, A/V presentations, or casual lounges.
Still uncertain about your rental island options. Let a Classic Exhibits Distributor Partner show you how a customizable rental island can achieve your marketing objectives while opening the door for greater design flexibility.
Experienced trade show exhibit professionals know that the “exhibit structure” isn’t the brand or the strategy. It’s a vehicle for accomplishing your trade show goals. At Classic Exhibits, we will work with you to design and customize our rental islands to maximize your visibility and effectiveness, while incorporating your brand’s theme, colors, and messaging into the exhibit design. It’s a partnership that only thrives when both partners bring their A-game to the project.
Best of all, by choosing a rental, you have design flexibility as your marketing objectives evolve and your strategy changes for different trade shows. Not owning an exhibit means you can make changes without being locked into an existing display structure.
Still uncertain? Ask about rental/purchase hybrid options. By blending rental components with purchase options, you can fine-tune your trade show marketing strategy. You’ll own display properties that you used repeatedly while renting other components, like counters and workstations, that vary depending on your trade show needs.
Rental Island Exhibits are ideal for any trade show where exhibitors want to make a bold and memorable impact. Those could be larger industry-specific shows with many island exhibits or regional shows where the island exhibits serve as visual anchors in the show hall. They are best suited for brands aiming to establish a strong presence and engage a broad audience in a competitive environment. Classic Exhibits offers a range of rental islands in size, complexity, and cost for any trade show budget or marketing strategy.
Many exhibitors are taking a “hybrid” approach to rentals by mixing rental components, like counters and towers, with purchase properties, which are often more customized. In this way, they can maintain their core branding objectives while modifying their exhibit to match their strategy and budget for a specific show.
Ask a Classic Exhibits Distributor Partner how this hybrid approach could work for your trade show marketing program.
Classic Exhibits, through our Classic Rental Solutions division, stands apart for its commitment to creating unique, high-quality rental island exhibits that are tailored to each client’s specific needs. Our team’s expertise in design and customer service ensures a seamless and impactful exhibit experience from start to finish. In addition…
- Inventory: No rental exhibit supplier has a more extensive or as diverse an inventory as Classic Exhibits. For example, the Classic Island Rental Gallery features over 140 unique designs, each one customizable to your trade show marketing requirements.
- Transparency: From design to staging, Classic is transparent and accessible starting with our exhibit design rendering services to our Peek-a-Booth online webcams during staging. There are never any surprises.
- Assembly: All Classic Island Rentals are engineered to assemble quickly, often without tools, saving exhibitors both time and money during I&D — often as much as 40% compared to other custom or modular systems.
- Packaging and Quality Control: Classic Island Rentals are renowned for their exceptional packaging, labeling, and setup instructions. And every rental is staged with graphics before leaving our facility, ensuring the exhibit arrives complete and in perfect condition.
For inspiration and practical tips on enhancing your island exhibit, visit the Classic Exhibits blog and Exhibit Design Search, our online resource of purchase, rental, and sustainable islands. These resources are filled with valuable insights on island exhibit trends, general design strategies, and ways to maximize visitor engagement at your next event.
Or, contact your Classic Exhibits Distributor Partner. They work with Classic Exhibits every day to match a client’s marketing strategy with a structure that amplifies their vision on the show floor.
Yes, Classic’s Rental Inline Displays are versatile and suitable for all trade shows. Whether you are exhibiting in a small local event or a large international expo, we have the right display solutions to meet your needs. And each design can be customized to your specific marketing requirements.
Our rental inline designs include simple backwalls with large fabric graphics to larger modular displays with monitor mounts, shelving, workstations, backlighting, and counters.
Need an inline rental for a last-minute trade show? Classic Rentals has 10 and 20 ft. Rapid Rentals kits that ship in about a week.
Choosing a 10, 20, or 30 ft. Rental Inline Exhibit from Classic Exhibits gives you access to high-quality, professionally designed exhibits. We provide a seamless rental experience with expert design consultation, hassle-free set-up, and a range of customizable options to ensure your exhibit stands out. Our commitment to customer satisfaction and our extensive experience in the trade show industry make us the ideal partner for your exhibition needs.
No rental provider has a more extensive inventory of inline designs and accessories than Classic Exhibits. There are over 180 inline rental designs in Exhibit Design Search, our design database. All customizable to your trade show marketing objectives.
In addition, Classic Exhibits offers “hybrid” rental opportunities where you can mix and match rental and purchase properties. This allows you to create a custom design that’s also flexible. So, as your trade show marketing evolves, your exhibit can evolve with it.
For additional insights and tips on inline exhibits, visit our Classic Exhibits blog and Exhibit Design Search, our online design database. Here, you’ll find a wealth of information on various aspects of inline exhibits, from design ideas to practical advice for making the most of your trade show experience. In Exhibit Design Search, you can explore the following inline galleries:
- Modern Inline Exhibits
- Rental Inlines
- Sustainable Inlines
- Portable 10 ft. Displays
- Portable 20 ft and 30 ft. Displays
- Affordable Portables
All are searchable by features and price, making it easy to narrow down your choices.
Renting an Inline Display offers flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and convenience. It allows you to adapt your exhibit to different shows without the commitment of a purchase. Rental displays are also ideal for first-time exhibitors or those looking to experiment with different booth designs.
Four Benefits to Renting an Inline Exhibit:
1. Significant Cost Savings: Renting is generally much more affordable than purchasing, often costing about 40% the price of a custom-built booth. You avoid a large upfront investment, which is ideal for startups or companies testing new markets.
2. Strategic Flexibility and Scalability: Your brand evolves, and your booth can too. Renting allows you to adapt your look for every show. You can rent a different structure for every event—sleek and minimalist for one, bold and tech-heavy for the next—without being “locked in” to one design.
3. Access to Modern Design: Trade show trends move fast. Ownership can leave you with a booth that looks dated after just two or three years. Rental inventories are regularly updated with the latest materials, such as backlit LED lightboxes, modular SEG graphics, and modern furniture.
4. Sustainability: Renting is inherently “greener” than building a new custom booth for every show. Rental structures are modular and reused across many events, reducing the amount of material that eventually ends up in a landfill.
Absolutely! Our Inline Rental Displays come with various customization options. You can choose from different layouts, graphics, and features to create a display that aligns with your brand identity and marketing objectives.
Ask about working with our professional designers. They’ll create a rental inline booth that’s perfect for you. They’ll even render it with your branding for a nominal fee.
Our Trade Show Furniture Rental options include a wide variety of pieces to suit any exhibit design. This includes comfortable seating like sofas and chairs, functional tables and counters for presentations and meetings, stylish lighting to enhance the ambiance, and customizable furniture sets to match your brand’s theme.
Choose from over 250 furniture designs in two comprehensive galleries with a wide variety of options. Best of all, our rental furniture is available at most major venues in North America and typically includes delivery and pickup. For more information, contact your Classic Exhibits Distributor Partner.
Renting furniture for your trade show booth offers several benefits. It eliminates the need for large investments in purchasing furniture, reduces logistics concerns like transportation and storage, and provides flexibility to change your booth’s design for different shows.
Rental furniture also comes in a wide variety of styles, allowing you to create a unique and inviting space for your visitors.
Advice: If you are considering buying unassembled furniture for your trade show booth space, consider the cost of shipping, the hassle of assembly, and the uncertainty of what to do with the furniture after the show.
While rental furniture typically comes in standard designs, there are hundreds of styles and colors. With a selection that vast, you are sure to find furniture that aligns with your brand’s image. Moreover, many upholstered pieces offer printed slipcover options and hard surfaces, like countertops, can be covered with vinyl.
Let us work with you to select furniture that compliments your exhibit’s overall design and branding strategy.
The rental process is straightforward. Start by contacting a Classic Distributor Partner to discuss your needs. Then, choose from the wide range of furniture options in Exhibit Design Search.
Once you’ve made your selection, your Classic Distributor will handle the order, delivery, and set-up of the furniture to your booth, and ensuring everything is ready for your event. At the end of the show, the furniture will be picked by the supplier. Easy peasy!
Choosing Rental Furniture from Classic Exhibits and our partners gives you access to a premium selection of high-quality, stylish, and comfortable furniture specifically designed for trade shows. Our expertise in exhibit design ensures that we offer furniture that not only looks great but also enhances the functionality and the visitors’ experience of your booth.
With Classic Exhibits, you benefit from hassle-free service, including delivery, setup, and pickup, allowing you to focus on your trade show objectives without worrying about the logistics of furniture management.
For more detailed insights and tips on choosing the perfect rental furniture for your trade show exhibit, check out our informative blog post: “Your Guide to Exhibit Furniture Rentals.” It’s packed with valuable information to help you make informed decisions for your next event.
Or consult with your Classic Exhibits Distributor Partner. They have years of experience choosing rental furniture for their clients and a comprehensive knowledge of current rental furniture trends.
Rental Exhibits are available in a wide range of sizes, from compact 10×10 inlines to expansive 40×50 islands. Configurations include inline, peninsula, island, and hybrid layouts with add-on accessories like kiosks, meeting rooms, and demo areas. There’s not much you can’t do with a rental exhibit.
With modular display systems, you can resize or reconfigure from show to show without starting from scratch.
Yes, many exhibitors start with a rental display and later invest in a purchased booth. Graphics and certain modular components can often be reused, reducing the cost of upgrading. This approach is ideal for brands that want to test layouts or messaging before committing to a long-term custom build.
Or consider a hybrid exhibit approach to your trade show marketing program. Rent some elements, like counters or workstations, and purchase the backwall or tower. If your marketing strategy changes frequently, this flexible approach makes it easier to customize your display and messaging for a specific trade show or event.
Rental Exhibits include staging with graphics, secure packing, shipping coordination, and detailed setup instructions. For added convenience, installation and dismantle (I&D) services are available through Classic Exhibits Distributor Partners, who coordinate with trusted crews at the show site.
This gives you the flexibility to handle setup yourself or rely on trade show professionals for a turnkey solution.
It’s best to reserve your rental booth no later than 12–16 weeks before the show. This ensures time for design selection, graphic production, staging, and shipping. Smaller rentals may be turned around faster, but reserving early guarantees more design options, smoother logistics, and peace of mind as the event approaches.
If you’re in a time crunch, consider one of our Rapid Rentals. These inline designs can be turned around, assuming graphics are ready, in approximately 8-10 days.
Yes, Rental Booths can be customized with your company’s branding, graphics, and finishes… within reason. This customization ensures your booth feels like a one-of-a-kind design rather than a generic rental. Choose from a wide selection of counters, workstations, genius bars, towers, and lightboxes. The options are impressive!
And remember, when you rent an exhibit, you own the graphics, meaning they can be reused across future rentals or purchased exhibits. That’s can be a significant cost savings over multiple trade shows.
Renting a trade show display usually costs one-third to one-half the price of buying the same booth. For example, a $60,000 custom build might rent for $20,000–$35,000.
However, it’s important to remember that Rentals eliminate ownership costs like storage, refurbishment, and long-term maintenance, which makes them ideal for flexible budgets and multi-show programs.
Our Rental Accessory selection is both deep and extensive. It includes traditional exhibit accessories like counters, pedestals, workstations, and charging solutions, along with specialized accessories like genius bars, LED lightboxes, storage closets, shelves, and even product showcases.
A broad range of hanging signs are available in curves, squares, and rectangles. These accessories are designed to enhance contemporary exhibit styles and sizes, ensuring a cohesive and functional display.
Our vast selection of rental accessories means you can “shake things up” from show to show to match your specific marketing objectives.
Choosing the right Rental Accessories depends on your trade show marketing goals and strategy, along with the theme, space, and functional requirements. Consider what elements will enhance your brand’s message and visitor experience.
Our team can assist you in selecting accessories that complement your exhibit design and meet your specific needs, ensuring a cohesive and impactful display. Accessories should not only be practical tools which allow your team to interact with attendees, but they should also enhance the overall aesthetic look of the booth.
Rental Accessories typically come in standard designs, but we offer a range of personalization options to ensure they align with your brand’s aesthetic. From color choices in furniture to customizable graphic options, we have accessories that can be tailored to reinforce your brand identity. If you’ve always thought a rental is limited in design choices, then you’ll be pleasantly surprised at your customizable options when renting an exhibit from Classic Exhibits.
Unsure about your options? Ask. We always strive to accommodate your strategic marketing objectives.
Yes, opting for trade show Rental Accessories is a cost-effective solution, especially for exhibitors who participate in shows infrequently or are experimenting with different exhibit styles. Rentals eliminate the need for a large upfront investment and storage costs, allowing you to allocate more resources to other aspects of your trade show strategy.
In addition, rental accessories allow you to easily adjust your exhibit design from show to show to meet the specific needs of trade show attendees. Flexibility and a lower upfront cost make renting the perfect option for many savvy trade show exhibitors.
Choosing Rental Display Accessories from Classic Exhibits offers multiple advantages. We offer a diverse selection of high-quality, contemporary accessories that can significantly enhance the functionality and appearance of your exhibit. Our rental options are not only cost-effective but also offer flexibility, allowing you to experiment with different styles and layouts without a long-term commitment. Additionally, our expert team will help you select the best accessories to meet your specific exhibition goals, ensuring a seamless and successful trade show experience.
No rental provider has a larger and more diverse rental inventory of accessories, including custom counters, pedestals, lightboxes, genius bars, and charging tables. In most cases, we have a solution that matches your specific design or marketing objective.
We pride ourselves on being a nimble exhibit manufacturer. That includes not only the willingness to customize any design but also keeping an open mind about ship dates. Shorter ship dates will depend on the design, our production schedule, and your specific ship date.
We encourage you to ask us. We strive to be as flexible as possible.
Our Quick Ship and Rapid Rental displays are already packed in cases or crates. All we need to complete the order are your graphic files. Turning those around ASAP will increase the odds that your order can ship on time (or sooner).
In general, the designs are the same. However, the Quick Ship designs are a purchase and pack in portable roto-molded cases. The Rapid Rentals are a rental (although the graphic is a purchase) and ship in a small crate. Whether you order a Quick Ship or a Rapid Rental, the kits are packed and ready. They only require you to submit your graphic file(s) which will need to be reviewed and scheduled to print.
For a 10 x 10 inline, it’s 10-12 business days. For a 10 x 20 inline, it’s 10-12 business days. Those “days” are from the time we receive a PO to the date it ships from our dock.
Need it faster? Let us know and we’ll see if it’s possible.
VESA is a family of standards defined by the Video Electronics Standards Association for mounting flat panel monitors, TVs, and other displays to stands or wall mounts. It is standard for most modern flat panel monitors and TVs. Although most manufacturers follow these standards, several manufacturers do not comply with VESA standards on some of their flat panel monitors. And it’s not always consistent.
Classic Exhibits includes a VESA monitor mount in the price of the monitor stand or kiosk. The monitor, however, is not included since the size, type, and brand of a monitor varies and depends on a client’s requirements. On rental orders, rental monitors are available. Please request details.
It depends on the workstation or the configuration. There are workstations that hold 42 in. and larger monitors and others where the largest size is 22 in. In almost all cases, our workstations can accommodate multiple sizes within a range, say 19 in. to 26 in. for example. Even as monitors have gotten larger, the weight has dropped considerably. The size is more a function of practical application and visual appeal than weigh anymore.
We have designed over 70 workstations, kiosks, and towers for most trade shows and events. Including rental and sustainable options.
Give us a call or send us an email if you have any questions.
The simple fact is that most workstations, stands, and kiosks ship with exhibits. As a result, they may fit in the same case or crate as the display, but we never know until you select your inline or island display. If we included the case, then in most situations, we would be deducting the case, which would be an added step. We do list the ship case options, so you know whether it will fit in a portable case(s) or if it requires a crate.
For rental orders, the cases or crates are included in the price of the workstation, monitor stand, or kiosk because rental orders are typically for inlines, islands, or multiple quantities and ship in existing rental crates.
Give us a call or send us an email if you have any questions. We want you to understand all your options.
It depends on the workstation or kiosk, how they are used, and your preferences. There are multiple solutions, and we will work with you to find the one that makes the most sense for your situation.
Most importantly, finalize the wire management while it’s being built. All too often, exhibitors wait until the first show to puzzle through the wire management. Not only does it rarely lead to an ideal solution (think hole saw cutting through laminate), but it’s also considerably more expensive to have it done on the show floor.
Let us know which workstation, kiosk, or monitor stand you’re interested in and how it will be used. Together we can find the best solution.
We want to hear from you. Call us, complete the Contact form, or take a moment to ask us a question(s) in our Live Chat. It’s that simple. Plus, we encourage you to explore your options in Exhibit Design Search, our online exhibit design database. Use it to identify designs and features you like which you can then share with our professional exhibit designers.
There are Inline Exhibits for every budget from a lightweight portable backdrop with a fabric graphic to a custom wood exhibit with a meeting space, lightboxes, storage, shelving, and large monitors. It depends on what you need to accomplish your specific marketing goals.
Remember that an exhibit is a one-time expense, unlike travel, booth space, or shipping. When deciding on an inline exhibit, you’ll want to spread the cost over the full life of the display. That may be one show or 20-30 shows over 3-4 years.
Yes. Many exhibitors want the ultimate flexibility of a Custom Inline Exhibit. You’ll start by working with a designer to describe your vision and marketing goals. The designer will work closely with you to transform those ideas into a one-of-a-kind exhibit.
Most custom exhibits can be designed to include modular components, so your 10 x 20 inline can be reconfigured to a 20 x 20 island at some point. Finally, your custom inline exhibit will be labeled and packed in a crate with detailed setup instructions.
At Classic Exhibits, all exhibits are fully staged at our facility with graphics so there won’t be any surprises when your team assembles it at the trade show.
The majority of booth spaces at trade shows are for Inline Exhibits (also known as linear exhibits), typically 10’ x 10’ or 10’ x 20’. An inline exhibit, whether portable, modular, or custom, is designed for those spaces. An inline display is located in a straight row with other exhibitors with neighboring booths on both its left and right sides, leaving only the front side open to the aisle. A corrner inline booth has neighbors on only one side.
It must conform to North American booth regulations which specify height and design guidelines. For example, an inline exhibit typically can’t exceed 8 ft. in height, although perimeter booths (along the outside of the show floor) may be allowed to go as high as 12 ft.
Key Features of Inline Exhibits:
- Standard Dimensions: The most frequent size is 10ft x 10ft (100 sq. ft.), though many exhibitors combine spaces to create 10ft x 20ft or even 10ft x 30ft configurations.
- Height Restrictions: Most shows enforce an 8-foot height limit for inline backwalls to prevent blocking the sightlines of neighboring exhibitors.
- Backwall Focus: Since three sides are enclosed (back and two sides), the backwall becomes the primary “canvas” for your branding, often using backlit fabric or large-scale graphics.
- Aisle-Facing Entry: Traffic enters and exits from a single direction, allowing you to control the flow of the visitor experience.
Classic Rental Solutions offers a variety of rental setups for corporate events, including customizable meeting rooms, elegant event booths, and modular meeting spaces. Each configuration is designed to cater to different event sizes and styles, ensuring a professional and engaging environment.
In addition, our extensive rental inventory means you can rent 1 to 40 counters, workstations, charging tables, or lightboxes. No supplier in North America has a larger or more comprehensive rental inventory.
Exhibitors often focus on the booth design first. However, it’s critical to identify your marketing goals and create a strategy before designing your booth. Our designers will work with you to incorporate your goals, your strategy, and your brand’s identity into the design.
They’ll ensure it not only attracts attention but also communicates your message. Success with a corporate event booth isn’t just about attracting attention. It’s about attracting the right attendees to your booth who are eager to know more about your products and services.
Our Classic Rental Solutions division offers quality, innovation, and customer service along with the largest rental inventory in North America. Our rental solutions for corporate events and trade show meetings are not only visually appealing but also practical and adaptable, ensuring your event is both successful and memorable.
In addition, since we design and build our own structures and accessories, we’re able to customize displays and components to your meeting and corporate needs. Just ask… there’s an excellent chance we’ve either done something similar or can design the perfect solution for you.
Absolutely! We offer a range of innovative event accessories that can enhance the functionality and aesthetic of your booth or meeting room. Those include an extensive inventory of counter styles and sizes, charging tables, lightboxes, genius bars, workstations, monitor stands, shelving, iPad stands, and much more.
Whatever you need to complement your event space, we either have it in stock or are happy to design and build it for you.
Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our range of eco-friendly pop up displays. These options include displays made from recyclable or renewable materials, ensuring an environmentally responsible exhibit. We also focus on energy-efficient lighting and durable materials that extend the lifespan of the displays.
By choosing these sustainable options, exhibitors can reduce their environmental footprint while maintaining a high-quality, visually striking exhibit.
To maximize the impact of Pop-up Displays, incorporating the right accessories is key. Options like LED lighting can dramatically enhance the visual appeal of your graphics, while shelves and monitor mounts add functionality. Using counters for product demonstrations or literature stands for distributing materials can also significantly boost engagement.
Selecting the right combination of accessories can transform a simple pop up display into a dynamic and interactive exhibit space. For more detailed insights and creative ideas contact a Classic Distributor Partner by completing the Request a Distributor Partner form on the home page.
Our Fabric Pop-up Displays offer extensive customization options, allowing for a high degree of personalization. Exhibitors can choose from various sizes, styles, and accessories, including vibrant graphics and unique layouts, to match their specific branding and exhibition needs. This level of customization ensures that each display is not only visually appealing but also effectively communicates your brand’s message.
Lightweight Fabric Pop-up Displays are favored for their ease of transport and quick setup, making them ideal for busy trade show schedules. They offer a perfect balance of large graphics and practical functionality. Their lightweight nature doesn’t compromise on durability, ensuring they can withstand the rigors of frequent use. This makes them a reliable and convenient choice for exhibitors who attend multiple events.
At Classic Exhibits, we take backlighting seriously. Our Backlit Displays use our proprietary SuperNova LED technology for consistent temperatures, durable, long-lasting performance, and ease-of- installation. The fabric graphics are printed in-house using dye-sublimation for vibrant colors and long-term use. SuperNova: Designed for Looks, Engineered to Last, and Guaranteed to Perform.
Key Features of SuperNova Backlit Fabric Displays are:
- Dye-Sublimation Printing: Graphics are printed using a process where ink is “gassed” directly into the fabric fibers. This ensures colors are vibrant, permanent, and won’t crack or peel when the fabric is folded.
- SEG (Silicone Edge Graphics): The fabric has a thin silicone strip sewn around its perimeter. This strip tucks into a recessed groove on the aluminum frame, creating a “drum-tight,” wrinkle-free surface.
- Proprietary LED Lighting: Our SuperNova lighting technology is attached to the structure in most cases. This ensures the lights are protected and assembly is simple and easy. LED lights provide high output with low heat and energy consumption.
- Light-Diffusing Fabric: The material is specifically engineered to scatter light evenly across the surface, preventing “hotspots.”
- Modular Aluminum Frames: Our lightbox structures are typically made of lightweight aluminum that can be scaled or reconfigured.
We also encourage you to explore your options in Exhibit Design Search, our online exhibit design database. Use it to identify your design and feature preferences. Then we’ll use that information to create an exhibit design that supercharges your trade show marketing program.
We want to hear from you. Call us, complete the contact form, or take a moment to ask us a question(s). It’s that simple.
Prices vary depending on size and shape of the exhibit and whether the LED Lightbox Display is single or double-sided. In addition, adding accent lighting like toe kick and perimeter lighting, backlit logos, and halo lighting to your display is always a good choice (and cost effective).
LED lights have transformed exhibit design in recent years, making them brighter, more vibrant, and available in portable, modular, and custom exhibits. Lights are the great equalizer on the trade show floor whether you have a 10 ft. display or a 20 x 30 island. Attendees will aways be attracted to exhibits with creative lighting features.
Five Key Economic Benefits:
1. Superior Visual Impact: Backlighting increases color saturation and contrast. In a crowded trade show or retail environment, a glowing display naturally draws the human eye much faster than a standard matte banner.
2. Lightweight & Easy Assembly: Unlike past lightboxes using halogen or fluorescent lights, fabric lightbox displays are incredibly light. The fabric can be folded into a small bag, and the aluminum frames break down into manageable sections, drastically reducing shipping and drayage costs.
3. Glare-Free Graphics: Fabric absorbs light rather than reflecting it, ensuring your message is clear even under harsh convention center lighting.
4. Effortless Graphic Swaps: With SEG graphics, you can update your marketing message in minutes without tools or professional installers.
5. Durability & Maintenance: Fabric graphics are remarkably resilient. If they get dirty, most are machine washable (gentle cycle). They are also virtually impossible to damage during transit or installation.
Absolutely! We love it when exhibitors request custom sizes, shapes, or LED lighting applications. Our CNC metal bending expertise means you aren’t limited to squares and rectangles. Or to a certain height or width. Nearly all exhibit projects, large or small, portable, modular, or custom, benefit from customized lighting.
Complete the Contact Us or Request a Classic Distributor for a design consultation about your custom lightbox options.
Trade Show Lightboxes use internal LED lights to illuminate high-quality graphics from behind. Unlike standard banners that rely on external spotlights, lightboxes “glow” from within, making your branding and imagery pop with significantly higher contrast and color vibrancy.
They are typically constructed from a modular aluminum frame that houses LED light strips. A custom-printed fabric—often featuring a silicone edge—is stretched tight over the frame to create a sleek, frameless appearance.
Backlit graphics have been a staple of exhibit design for years. However, LED technology has changed the game making backlit fabric and direct print graphics available to exhibitors regardless of their booth size or budget. Best of all, LED lighting is durable, mostly worry-free, and cost effective whether you need a 10 ft. portable or a 30 x 40 island exhibit.
Why Modern Exhibitors Choose LED Lightboxes:
- Maximum Visibility: In a crowded convention hall, illuminated displays naturally draw the eye 40% more effectively than non-lit graphics.
- Glare-Free Graphics: Because the light comes from inside the fabric rather than bouncing off the surface, you avoid the harsh reflections and shadows common with traditional spotlights.
- Durability: Modern units are designed with lightweight aluminum extrusion and attached LED modules. This makes them easy to ship and nearly impossible to damage.
- Easy Setup: Most professional lightboxes feature tool-free assembly, with pieces that “click” together and graphics that simply press into the frame’s grooves.
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:
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.
The Gravitee Modular System was designed for modern exhibition design trends and real-life trade show challenges. Today’s exhibitors want flexible, reconfigurable structures with options ranging from large monitors, shelves, backlighting, locking storage, and large format graphics. At the same time, they require lightweight components that assemble quickly with minimal loose pieces. Gravitee excels as a exhibit system built for contemporary designs, modular construction, and minimal components.
Benefits Include:
- Full-size, Fully-assembled Panels
- Quick Assembly – No Tools or No Loose Parts
- One or Two-sided Panels
- Direct Print or SEG Fabric Graphics
- Stackable Flat and Curved Panels
- Engineered Aluminum Frames
- Perfect for Events, Corporate Environments, Trade Shows, and Retail
- ClassicMODUL Extrusion Compatible
Yes, the versatility off the Gravitee Modular System makes it an ideal choice for both purchase and rental exhibits. It’s durable, assembles quickly, and supports options like backlighting, shelves, locking storage, monitors, and even LED video tiles.
Classic Rental Solutions relies on Gravitee Modular Walls and SuperNova Lighboxes as the structural framework for most their island and inline designs. Gravitee’s curved and flat panels combine for limitless design possibilities, and the tool-less setup saves exhibitors time and money.
There are two backlit fabric options for the Gravitee Modular System: single-sided and double-sided. Both use Classic’s proprietary SuperNova LED light technology.
The single-side option uses a Gravitee frame with a LED light panel. The light panel attaches to the extrusion structure with Velcro. The double-sided LED lightbox relies on the SuperNova CEI extrusion which is deeper than the Gravitee frame. The CEI frame connects with Gravitee, and the SEG fabric graphic can be multiple panels across or high. Larger backlit graphics dominate trade shows, and the Gravitee System was engineered to take advantage of this trend.
Gravitee Modular System panels are available in both flat and curved aluminum frames.
Flat Frames:
The most common flat sizes are 38″ W x 95″ H (GP-3895) and 46″ W x 95″ H (GP-4695). Additional sizes width sizes include 30″ and 32″ and height sizes 15″, 30″, 38″, 42″, and 47.5″. Custom sizes are available as well.
Curved Frames:
Gravitee curves are available in three radiuses: 120, 90, and 60. The standard size for all three is 47.123″ W x 95″ H. There’s one additional width size at 23.56″ and heights are identical to those available in the flat frames (see above).
Standard Frames Include:
- (4) Wire Management Holes
- Attached Alignment Clips
- Attached Panel Plunger
- Vertical Spring Connector Option
- ClassicMODUL Groove – Interior Perimeter and Face Channels
- Full-size, Fully-assembled Panels
- Quick Assembly – No Tools or No Loose Parts
- One or Two-sided Panels
- Direct Print or SEG Fabric Graphics
- Stackable Flat and Curved Panels
- Engineered Aluminum Frames
- Perfect for Events, Corporate Environments, Trade Shows, and Retail
- ClassicMODUL Extrusions Compatible
The Aluminum Gravitee Modular Panels are the building blocks of the Gravitee One-Step Modular System.
Gravitee is a single or double-sided modular wall system used as a building block or inlines, islands, or custom environments. The panels connect with attached alignment clips and spring connectors (no tools or loose parts). At trade show, Gravitee panels are main structure of 10 x 10 to 10 x 30 inlines and for 20 x 20 islands and larger. Their durable construction and design flexibility make them ideal as a creative, yet lightweight framework for custom modular exhibit designs. In addition, Gravitee is often used to create temporary offices, meeting spaces, and dividing walls for sales meeting and events.
Construction / Materials
- Double-sided Aluminum Extrusion Panels
- Flat or Curved Panels
- Typically, 95″ H by 46″ or 38″ Wide
- Attached Connectors (no loose parts)
- Panels Connect both Horizontally and Vertically
- Wire Management Holes
- ClassicMODUL Extrusion Compatible (100’s of extrusion shapes)
Components
- Alignment Clips (side-to-side attachment)
- Spring Connectors (vertical attachment)
- Panel Plungers (levelers)
- 5-in-1 Corner Posts
- 180 Degree Hinge Connector (fixed or flexible)
- End Caps
Graphics
- Notched Corners for Continuous SEG Graphics
- Direct Print Graphic Options
- Backlit Fabric Graphics
- Seamless SEG Fabric Corner Post
- Double-sided Graphics
Common choices include aluminum extrusions, wood and laminates, and large-format SEG fabric graphics, along with LED lightboxes and textured finishes. But that’s just the start. Custom truly means custom and the choices vary depending on the client needs.
At Classic Exhibits, we are passionate about sustainability, so we also use eco-friendly materials whenever possible, giving you options that reduce environmental impact without sacrificing quality or visual appeal. All fabrication happens in-house for durability and a cohesive finish.
Classic Exhibits designs every exhibit with shipping and installation in mind. Displays are engineered for tool-less or low-tool assembly, and each booth is staged and checked at our facility before it leaves.
Step-by-step setup instructions are always included, and you can preview the booth staging through our pan and zoom Peek-a-Booth webcams. For onsite installation and dismantling (I&D), your Classic Distributor Partner will coordinate trusted labor crews to ensure a smooth, worry-free experience.
Yes. Our Rental islands, inlines, and accessories are branded with your graphics and tailored layouts, and they can be combined with purchased elements for a hybrid purchase/rental option. Both Custom and Rentals include detailed setup resources and live staging previews.
Yes. We can design custom exhibits for reconfiguration using modular frames, replaceable SEG graphics, and add-on accessories. Systems like Gravitee One-Step and ClassicMODUL and even full custom wood builds can be engineered for size changes and layout swaps without a full rebuild.
A Custom Exhibit is designed and built for your brand’s goals, space, and workflow. The only limits to the design are your budget. Modular and portable booths use standardized systems that reconfigure and typically pack smaller than a custom exhibit. However, all custom, modular, and portable exhibits can be “customized” to fulfill your specific marketing goals.
Many exhibitors blend custom, modular, and portable solutions to balance impact, flexibility, and cost.
Ideally, you should begin the design process about six months before your show to secure design time, materials, and labor. After final approval, production includes engineering, staging, and shipping, with timelines driven by size, complexity, and review cycles.
No. We install them at your request and direction. We never know if you want grommet(s) or the preferred location. We strongly encourage you to make that decision before placing your order. Having a grommet or any wire management done at the show can be very expensive vs. having it done when it’s built. A little advanced planning will prevent an avoidable problem (and expense) on the show floor.
At Classic Exhibits, we generally don’t limit your laminate choices. You can select any laminate from any domestic vendor. However, not all laminates are standard, and an upcharge may apply for premium finishes. Plus, some laminates have a longer lead time.
We prefer Pionite, Wilsonart, and Nevamar. We do limit the laminate selections on some portable systems to make the ordering process faster and easier.
We’ll be happy to check if your laminate selection is standard and available. Just give us a call or send an email.
The simple fact is that most counters and pedestals ship with exhibits. As a result, they may fit in the same case or crate as the exhibit, but we never know until you select your display and have completed any modifications.
If we included the case, then it wouldn’t reflect realistic prices in most situations. We do list the ship case options, so you know whether it will fit in a portable case(s) or a jigged wood crate.
Give us a call or send us an email if you have any questions. We want you to understand all your options.
Your first step is to identify what features you need. Do you need internal storage? How about graphics? Do you want laminate, aluminum, or fabric surfaces? How about backlighting or wireless charging pads for a smartphone?
Next, narrow it down by price, if for no other reason to see the differences between a $1600 pedestal and a $6500 counter.
In addition, all the counters and pedestals are organized into four Exhibit Design Search galleries:
- Modular & Portable Counters
- Custom Counters
- ecoSmart Counters
- Rental Counters & Accessories
Don’t see exactly what you want? No problem. We would love to design a custom one just for you.
Yes, ClassicMODUL has a complete line of SEG aluminum extrusions, ranging from single-sided to double-sided and non-backlit to backlit SEG extrusions. These extrusions are available in full-length sticks (approximately 20 ft.), specific cut sizes, and curved radiuses.
Classic Exhibits also has dye-sublimated SEG printing services through our Summit Graphics PDX division. Contact our Customer Service team for a quote on aluminum extrusion sticks or for a specific project.
ClassicMODUL Aluminum Extusions and locks are compatible with many other extrusion systems in both North America and in Europe. Generally, the groove width and depth are the same and the locks are similar with these competitors. However, the specific profile shapes may differ depending on the market the extrusion provider serves. Contact us for details.
Generally yes. We supply aluminum extrusions to exhibit builders, retail design and manufacturing companies, and event agencies. Even general contractors for projects unrelated to exhibits, events, retail, or advertising. Most exhibit builders rely on engineered aluminum for structural components, LED lightboxes, and graphic towers, walls, and stands.
As the premier private-label exhibit builder in North America, we have extensive industry knowledge on best practices for aluminum extrusion. That knowledge allows us to identify solutions quickly and cost-effectively for your distributors.
Yes. Nearly all aluminum contains a percentage of post-industrial and post-consumer aluminum. Generally, we specify 70% recycled content in our extrusions. These specifications ensure the aluminum has the highest possible hardness and durability, which is essential in a display product which is assembled, disassembled, and shipped many times.
However, that percentage can vary depending on the availability of recycled aluminum to our extruders. Meaning less recycled content. Fortunately, aluminum is one of the most recyclable materials, making recycling our aluminum waste easy for us as a manufacturer and for our clients when the display has reached its end of life.
Extruded Aluminum Extrusion is a manufacturing process where heated aluminum billets are forced through a custom-shaped steel die to create continuous, uniform aluminum profiles, such as bars, tubes, and complex structural shapes. The process utilizes immense pressure and heat, like squeezing toothpaste through a tube, or Play-Doh through a mold, resulting in strong, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant aluminum components used in a wide range of applications.
Key Features & Benefits
- Custom Shapes: Manufacturers can create complex, highly detailed shapes with high dimensional accuracy.
- Uniform Cross-Sections: The process produces a continuous length of material with a consistent cross-section.
- High Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Extruded aluminum is strong yet lightweight, making it ideal for structural applications.
- Durability: The final product is corrosion-resistant and can be heat-treated for added strength.
Standard Classic Exhibits crates and our sustainable FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) crates are designed and constructed the same. The only difference is the wood used to build the crates. FSC wood ensures that the wood comes from forests managed to meet rigorous environmental, social, and economic standards. FSC certification also includes chain-of-custody certification, which tracks the wood from the forest to the final product.
FSC crates are often slightly more expensive than standard Classic crates. Prices may vary depending on the current market for wood products.
There are standard exhibit industry wood crates… and there are Classic Exhibits wood crates. it’s like comparing apples to crabapples. Classic wood crates are custom built to survive the abuse of typical freight shipments and jigged to protect your exhibit contents. Show labor providers often say our crates make their job easier since the contents are organized and the diagrams eliminate and guesswork during installation and dismantle.
Features and Benefits:
- Every crate is designed specifically for your exhibit, so the sizes and jigged may vary from crate to crate.
- The crates are fully fabric-lined to ensure maximum protection.
- The internal packaging is layered (as much as possible) to mirror the assembly steps, meaning the first components required for installation should be near the top and not buried at the bottom of the crate.
- Individual components are jigged and mapped to a packing diagram. This ensures the components are protected and your unpacking and packing has a step-by-step plan. There should be no guesswork.
- Many crates include access doors, which makes it easier to unload and pack your exhibit.
- The external structure is both glued and screwed for maximum structural integrity.
Large DI-906 Roto-molded Case w/ Wheels Dimensions:
- Dims: 27″ W x 13″ D x 53″ H (external)
- Dims: 24″ W x 8″ D x 48″ H (internal)
Weight:
- Weight: 28 lbs. (empty)
- Dimensional Weight: 80 lbs.
Mediim DI-908 Roto-molded Case w/ Wheels Dimensions:
- Dims: 27″ W x 13″ D x 43″ H (external)
- Dims: 24″ W x 8″ D x 38″ H (internal)
Weight:
- Weight: 19 lbs. (empty)
- Dimensional Weight: 80 lbs.
These cases can ship via UPS or FedEx or stack on a pallet and ship via a common carrier.
550/551 Roto-molded Case w/ Wheels Dimensions:
- Dims: 26″ W x 12″ D x 56″ H (exterior)
- Dims: 23.5″ W x 10″ D x 48″ H (interior)
Weight:
- Weight: 34 lbs. (empty)
- Dimensional Weight: 80 lbs.
This case can ship via UPS or FedEx or stack on a pallet and ship via a common carrier.
Yes, Classic Exhibits is proud to offer Eco-friendly Portable Displays that help minimize environmental impact. Our sustainable displays are crafted from recyclable materials and equipped with energy-efficient lighting options, such as LED lights.
We also offer biodegradable graphics, so your display aligns with your green initiatives. Choosing a sustainable portable display resonates with today’s environmentally conscious attendees and reinforces your brand’s commitment to corporate responsibility.
Practical accessories can enhance both the visual appeal and functionality of your Portable Trade Show Displays. Popular choices include LED lighting, which makes your graphics stand out and attract attention, shelves, monitor mounts, iPad mounts, and literature holders to increase interaction at your booth.
These additions allow you to showcase products, share digital content, and organize materials, turning a standard display into a dynamic and engaging space. There are even wireless charging options, which are always popular with both attendees and your booth staff.
Popular Portable Display Accessories:
- Monitor Mounts
- iPad and Tablet Enclosures
- Portable Counters w/ Locking Storage
- Shelves
- LED Stem Lights
- Wireless Charging Pads
- Floating Graphics
- Backlit Fabric Graphics
Yes! Our Trade Show Portable Displays are highly customizable to meet your brand’s unique needs. From specific color schemes and graphic designs to accessories like shelves, counters, and monitor mounts, each display can be tailored to reflect your brand’s identity. You can choose from various frame shapes and configurations, ensuring that your display aligns with your marketing goals and enhances your presence.
Explore Exhibit Design Search, our online design database, for over 1500 designs. Then contact us to work with a professional exhibit designer who can transform your ideas into a stunning trade show display.
Classic Exhibits Portable Displays, like Symphony, Sacagawea, and SEGUE, are ideal for trade shows. They’re portable, easy to set-up, and are designed to attract attention on the trade show floor.
Portable displays are a popular choice for trade shows because they offer a strategic balance between professional visual impact and operational efficiency. They are specifically designed for exhibitors who need to maximize their budget without sacrificing the “Wow Factor” needed to draw in attendees.
Our portable displays are lightweight yet durable, making them suitable for exhibitors who need a reliable, cost-effective, and attractive solution that perform after years of use.
Key Benefits of Portable Displays:
Significant Cost Savings: The financial benefits of portable displays go far beyond the initial purchase price. Because they are lightweight and compact, they drastically reduce long-term logistical expenses.
- Lower Shipping: Most units can be shipped via standard carriers like UPS or FedEx, or even checked as luggage on a plane, avoiding expensive freight services.
- Reduced Drayage: Trade shows charge “drayage” fees based on weight to move items from the loading dock to your booth. Portable displays minimize these costs.
- No Professional Labor: Most portable booths are designed for DIY assembly, allowing your own team to set them up in minutes and saving you from hiring expensive on-site installation and dismantling (I&D) crews.
Ease of Use & Flexibility: Portable displays are engineered for speed. A full 10ft back wall can often be assembled in less than an hour using tool-free connectors.
- Modular Growth: Many systems are modular, meaning you can use a single 10ft section for a small event or link multiple units together to create a 20ft or 30ft display as your needs grow.
- Simple Updates: Most use tension fabric graphics that are easy to swap. You can order new “skins” for different product launches or target audiences without ever needing to replace the expensive hardware.
The answer is volume, size, and complexity. Banner Stands are everywhere: trade shows, events, retail displays, lobbies, even sporting events. For every 1000 banner stands sold, there may be ten 3D Banner Stand sold.
3D Banner Stands are more specialized. They appeal to customers looking for signage that rotates, glows, or has a unique shape or footprint. In general, 3D Banner Stands tend to have larger graphics and are more durable.
That’s the beauty of a 3D Banner Stand.
Banner Stands are two-dimensional portable signs that retract into a canister or disassemble into a small package. 3D Banner Stands tend to be larger than banner stands, may rotate or swivel, may be backlit, or may have curves.
Choosing between a banner stand and a 3D banner stand depends on your budget and your graphic requirements.
Yes. The real benefit of Dye-sublimated Applique is that complex gradients and photos or complex images like government or university seals can be represented accurately. An additional benefit is that these images can be any shape under the sun.
Circles, rectangles, custom forms that outline images like frogs and horse heads have all been created.
Have more questions? Give us a call or send us an email.
Perma logo is a heavy-duty vinyl similar to the traditional vinyl you may have seen used for numbers on sports jerseys. The vinyl is computer cut and heat transferred to pre-dyed twill throw fabric.
Many colors are available for the vinyl (and the twill).
All Banner Stands have a lifetime warranty on all hardware products. The policy applies to the original purchaser. No product registration is required. We will replace or repair all hardware. However, we reserve the right to inspect hardware and exclude warranty claims that have resulted from vandalism, theft, negligence, fire, natural disasters, modifications, or losses in shipment that may be covered by your insurance and/or freight carrier.
The lifetime hardware warranty does not apply to graphics or to electrical components.
All shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.
Depending on height limits, any banner stand could be placed on a table. However, for most trade shows and recruiting events, full-height banners are inappropriate on a table.
The Pronto Retractable Banner Stand includes a three-segmented bungee attached mast. When the banner is attached to the mast at one-segment or two-segment height, this stand makes a perfect companion to your table throw.
Combine two or three units for full backwall. The available graphic templates help your designer layout the graphic to the proper heights.
Why spend good money on a banner stand and then put a low-end graphic on it? Vinyl graphics are fine for some uses, especially long-term outdoor situations (such as an outdoor pole-mounted application), but they are usually not the highest quality. Even if the printing is top-notch, a vinyl banner tends to curl. In contrast, a fabric banner will hold its shape even under tension.
Fabric banners also look better with warm colors, textures, and no glare. Several choices, including recycled fabric, make it the most versatile option depending on the banner stand.
Some old adages are true – “You get what you pay for” and “If it’s too good to be true, well, then it probably is.”
If you plan to use a banner stand once and throw it away, then consider a “hot deal.” But if you need something more permanent, then your decision should be based on graphic quality, style, activity, travel considerations, environmental impact, graphic changes, and durability. If you are looking for a high-quality product with a lifetime warranty and graphic quality, then select the banner stands in our gallery.
The stand you choose will represent your brand. It should look good with straight and vibrant graphics and an attractive, stable, and undamaged base.
Yes, Classic Exhibits is proud to offer Eco-friendly Portable Displays that help minimize environmental impact. Our sustainable displays are crafted from recyclable materials and equipped with energy-efficient lighting options, such as LED lights.
We also offer biodegradable graphics, so your display aligns with your green initiatives. Choosing a sustainable portable display resonates with today’s environmentally conscious attendees and reinforces your brand’s commitment to corporate responsibility.
Practical accessories can enhance both the visual appeal and functionality of your Portable Trade Show Displays. Popular choices include LED lighting, which makes your graphics stand out and attract attention, shelves, monitor mounts, iPad mounts, and literature holders to increase interaction at your booth.
These additions allow you to showcase products, share digital content, and organize materials, turning a standard display into a dynamic and engaging space. There are even wireless charging options, which are always popular with both attendees and your booth staff.
Popular Portable Display Accessories:
- Monitor Mounts
- iPad and Tablet Enclosures
- Portable Counters w/ Locking Storage
- Shelves
- LED Stem Lights
- Wireless Charging Pads
- Floating Graphics
- Backlit Fabric Graphics
Yes! Our Trade Show Portable Displays are highly customizable to meet your brand’s unique needs. From specific color schemes and graphic designs to accessories like shelves, counters, and monitor mounts, each display can be tailored to reflect your brand’s identity. You can choose from various frame shapes and configurations, ensuring that your display aligns with your marketing goals and enhances your presence.
Explore Exhibit Design Search, our online design database, for over 1500 designs. Then contact us to work with a professional exhibit designer who can transform your ideas into a stunning trade show display.
Classic Exhibits Portable Displays, like Symphony, Sacagawea, and SEGUE, are ideal for trade shows. They’re portable, easy to set-up, and are designed to attract attention on the trade show floor.
Portable displays are a popular choice for trade shows because they offer a strategic balance between professional visual impact and operational efficiency. They are specifically designed for exhibitors who need to maximize their budget without sacrificing the “Wow Factor” needed to draw in attendees.
Our portable displays are lightweight yet durable, making them suitable for exhibitors who need a reliable, cost-effective, and attractive solution that perform after years of use.
Key Benefits of Portable Displays:
Significant Cost Savings: The financial benefits of portable displays go far beyond the initial purchase price. Because they are lightweight and compact, they drastically reduce long-term logistical expenses.
- Lower Shipping: Most units can be shipped via standard carriers like UPS or FedEx, or even checked as luggage on a plane, avoiding expensive freight services.
- Reduced Drayage: Trade shows charge “drayage” fees based on weight to move items from the loading dock to your booth. Portable displays minimize these costs.
- No Professional Labor: Most portable booths are designed for DIY assembly, allowing your own team to set them up in minutes and saving you from hiring expensive on-site installation and dismantling (I&D) crews.
Ease of Use & Flexibility: Portable displays are engineered for speed. A full 10ft back wall can often be assembled in less than an hour using tool-free connectors.
- Modular Growth: Many systems are modular, meaning you can use a single 10ft section for a small event or link multiple units together to create a 20ft or 30ft display as your needs grow.
- Simple Updates: Most use tension fabric graphics that are easy to swap. You can order new “skins” for different product launches or target audiences without ever needing to replace the expensive hardware.
Contact us. About half our business is custom shapes. We’re happy to design and quote whatever shape and size you need.
The lightweight aluminum 1.25″ tubes assemble with attached push-button connectors. No tools are required to assemble an Aero Hanging Sign. Each piece is individually numbered and the numbers correspond to setup instructions created specifically for your display. There’s no guesswork.
The tension fabric graphic wraps around the frame and is secured with heavy-duty zippers.
It’s amazingly simple.
Think of a 2D Aero Overhead Hanging Sign as a two-sided sign. It can be a circle, a rectangle, or just about any shape.
A 3D hanging sign, on the other hand, has multiple surfaces with the most notable shapes being a rectangle, a circle, or a square.
For example, TF-1001 Circle and TF-1004 Triangle are examples of 3D Hanging Signs. TF-2002 Rectangle and TF-2001 Disc are examples of 2D Hanging Signs.
We want to hear from you. Call us or complete the Contact Us or Request a Classic Distributor Partner forms. It’s that simple. In the meantime, explore your larger inline options in Exhibit Design Search, our exhibit design database.
There are five comprehensive galleries with 20 ft. inline portable, modular, and custom displays:
- Modern Inline Displays
- Larger Portables
- LED Lightbox Exhibits
- ecoSmart Sustainable Exhibits
- Rental Inlines
It varies considerably based on the features, materials, construction, and quality. Basic inlines can start at less than $10,000 and custom designs from $30,000 to $60,000. As a result, it’s important to do your homework and consult with an exhibit professional. They’ll advise you based on your budget and marketing goals.
The biggest mistake is to point, click, and buy after a quick Internet search. What you see may not be what you get, and most displays cannot be returned. Displays are an important marketing purchase for most companies. Make sure it reflects your branding and your trade show marketing strategy by working with an exhibit professional.
Yes. Classic Exhibits has over 200 Portable Designs that can be customized to meet the requirements of any exhibitor. These include portable displays from our Symphony, Sacagawea, SEGUE, ecoSmart, and Rental lines. Most are modular, meaning reconfiguring the size and adding accessories like counters, shelves, monitor mounts, and even iPad clamshells, is simple and easy.
All are 100% Made in the USA. Replacement parts are easily available, and Classic’s portable systems are covered by a lifetime warranty on workmanship. You’ll be happy with a Classic Exhibits Portable Display. Just like the thousands of other exhibitors who purchase our portable displays every single year. And since 1993.
Portable Trade Show Displays typically have four features: 1. They are lightweight, 2. Pack in portable cases, 3.Assemble with minimal or no tools, and 4. Fit in a 10 ft. or 20 ft. inline space. Beyond that, they can range from basic graphic stands to modular designs with an array of accessories like monitor mounts, literature trays, backlit graphics, and shelving.
When purchasing a trade show display, regardless of the size or the price, it’s important to choose a partner who understands your trade show marketing goals. Knowledge, experience, and strategy matter as much as (if not more than) the display hardware.
To contact a Classic Exhibits Distributor Partner, complete the Request a Distributor form on the home page.
The primary advantages of 10 ft. portable trade show displays are cost, shipping, quick setup, and effective use of a 10 x 10 space. A 10 ft. portable is ideal for exhibitors who need a professional and engaging presence in a compact area. Additionally, many portable displays are modular, allowing for easy reconfiguration and adding accessories like monitors, shelves, lights, and counters. Their lightweight portability makes them a versatile choice for events, trade shows, and even business meetings.
However, not all portable displays are created equal. Some are meant for temporary use, while others are built to handle the rigors of multiple events. Be sure to ask your exhibit consultant about how each portable display packs, the warranty, accessories, and the availability of replacement parts.
Purchasing the right 10 ft. portable display the first time will save you time and money and ensure you maximize your trade show marketing goals.
Customizing your 10 ft. portable exhibit will depend on the system you choose. Classic portable displays are modular, meaning you can add accessories like counters, monitors, and shelving, and reconfigure the layout over time as your marketing needs evolve. Many basic portable displays are “as is.”
At Classic Exhibits, we would love to help you design a portable display that not only attracts attention but also communicates your brand’s message, ensuring that your exhibit resonates with your target audience and leaves a lasting impression.
Give us a call or send us an email to get the ball rolling.
Yes, we offer sustainable solutions for our 10 ft. portable exhibits, including construction and graphic materials that are environmentally friendly and durable. These options allow you to showcase your commitment to sustainability while maintaining a high-quality display. Choosing eco-friendly displays can also enhance your brand image, particularly among audiences who value environmental responsibility, adding an extra layer of appeal to your exhibit.
Buyers often assume that sustainable displays are more expensive. Not necessarily. Green materials are often made with recycled components, which makes them comparable or less expensive than non-sustainable materials. Most portable displays have aluminum as framework, and nearly all aluminum includes recycled material.
Finally, the MOST SUSTAINABLE option is a rental display. Rentals are available as inlines, islands, and even accessories like counters. And they’re typically less expensive than an identical purchase.
Their lightweight and easy-to-assemble nature make 10 ft. portable trade show displays ideal for businesses that attend multiple smaller events. They offer a practical and cost-effective solution for regular participation in trade shows, with the flexibility to adapt to different themes and spaces. Additionally, their durability ensures that they can be used repeatedly, providing a long-term exhibiting solution that maximizes your investment.
However, it’s important to understand the distinction between a portable and a portable modular display. Both are portable, meaning they pack and ship in smaller cases, but portable modular displays offer greater design flexibility and a wider range of accessories. Also, portable modular displays tend to have longer warranties and greater access to replacement parts.