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Peek-a-Booth Webcams

February 3rd, 2025 Mel White COMMENTS
Peek-a-Booth Webcams at Classic Exhibits

Classic Exhibits provides Distributors with live video to review their projects using the Peek-a-Booth webcams. Occasionally, we’re asked about that level of transparency, but we believe it’s important to Classic Distributors (and their clients) to preview their projects. It’s also a reflection of Classic’s Shared Success culture.

Currently, there are (4) hi-resolution pan/zoom webcams in the Purchase staging areas and (3) in the Rental staging areas. Once on the Peek-a-Booth website, you can select a specific cam and then navigate using your mouse or keyboard.

Peek-a-Booth Controls

  • Pan/Tilt: left/right and up/down
  • Zoom: 32 X zoom
  • Photos: Take snapshots
  • History: View recent history 

The Peek-a-booth link is in the footer of the Classic website. To access the webcams, contact a Classic Project Manager for the current username and password.

Peek-a-booth Webcams demo

For over 30 years, Classic Exhibits has been designing and building creative custom solutions for our Distributor Partners and their clients. As North America’s largest private-label exhibit manufacturer, we have the unmatched capability, capacity, and creativity to create 3D projects ranging from 10 x 10 inline displays to 60 x 80 double-deck islands. 

Find success on the trade show floor with an exhibit that reflects your marketing message. For more information, see www.classicexhibits.com and explore Exhibit Design Search or request a meeting with a Classic Distributor Partner.

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The 40 ft. Inline Exhibit Challenge

January 28th, 2025 Mel White COMMENTS
VK-4051 | 10 x 20 Custom Inline Exhibit

Does the size of your exhibit matter? Yes, but perhaps not in the way you think. Let’s say you budgeted for 400 sq. ft., which typically translates into a 20 20 island exhibit. Islands have advantages. They’re usually centrally located. They are surrounded by four aisles. They’re not limited in height to 8 ft. And an overhead hanging sign is an option. Choosing an island exhibit is a tried-and-true decision that maximizes your visibility on the trade show floor.

However, not everyone wants an island exhibit, even if they have the budget for one. It can be challenging to present multiple product lines or create individual vignettes. Also, depending on the design, access to the booth and greeting attendees on four aisles can be challenging.

An inline, specifically a 10 x 40 inline, solves those challenges. There’s only one aisle to cover. Access is straightforward. And the linear shape allows for a segmented but visually cohesive design. Most trade shows have linear space next to islands, and show organizers are happy to combine (4) 10 x 10 spaces into (1) 10 x 40.

The Perfect 10 x 40 Inline Exhibit

The VK-4051 is a perfect example of how a 40 ft. linear exhibit can be both beautiful and functional. The custom inline breaks the 40 ft. linear space into three distinct sections, each functioning independently and cohesively.

On the left is an upscale bar with storage and a backlit logo. Behind the bar are shelves and backlit fabric graphics. The center section features a faux ivy product display wall, shelves, an opening for a refrigerator, and walk-in closet storage. To the right is a monitor mount, casual seating area, and backlit fabric graphics.

Size matters… but so does the shape and your trade show goals. Click HERE to download the unbranded version shown below.

Custom 10 x 40 Inline Trade Show Exhibit -- View 1
Custom 10 x 40 Inline Trade Show Exhibit -- View 2
Custom 10 x 40 Inline Trade Show Exhibit -- View 3
Custom 10 x 40 Inline Trade Show Exhibit -- View 4

For over 30 years, Classic Exhibits has been designing and building creative custom solutions for our Distributor Partners and their clients. As North America’s largest private-label exhibit manufacturer, we have the unmatched capability, capacity, and creativity to create 3D projects ranging from 10 x 10 inline displays to 60 x 80 double-deck islands. 

Find success on the trade show floor with an exhibit that reflects your marketing message. For more information, see www.classicexhibits.com and explore Exhibit Design Search or request a meeting with a Classic Distributor Partner.

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Download “Rent or Buy” Unbranded Literature

January 20th, 2025 Mel White COMMENTS
Rent or Buy Trade Show Designs Downloadable Literature

This week, you can download Rent or Buy unbranded literature. Just add your company branding, then email it to your clients or post it on social media. As you know, Rent or Buy is a hot topic with exhibitors.  

This or That

Along the same lines as “Rent or Buy,” we created a “This or That” list… but with an exhibit industry twist. The Classic Exhibits team got the ball rolling. Add your choices to the list and bring those zingers to EXHIBITORLIVE. There just might be prizes for the best “This or That” submissions.

Clever or Funny will Always Get Bonus Points:

  1. Single padding or Double padding?
  2. You plug-in the lights (Indianapolis) or They plug-in the lights (Chicago)
  3. Las Vegas or Orlando?
  4. Free cookies or Free giveaways?
  5. Soft seating or Barstools?
  6. Resort fee or No resort fee? (OK, that’s an easy one)
  7. Early am flight or Red eye flight?
  8. $38K Inline or $38K Island?
  9. Host hotel or Off premises?
  10. Bucket of parts or Tool-less assembly?
  11. Airport coffee or Airline coffee?
  12. Altoids or Breath strips?
  13. Heels or Flats?
  14. Logo shirt or Personal attire?
  15. Cases or Crates?
  16. Client setup or Hired labor?
  17. An Early Night or An All Nighter?
  18. Dance on the Floor or Dance on the Bar?
  19. Spy on the competition or Drinks with competition?
  20. 15 minutes w/ one serious prospect or 15 minutes with 4 potential prospects?
  21. Sit-down breakfast or Coffee on the go?
  22. EAC labor or GSC labor?
  23. Uber or Lyft?
  24. Shake hands or Bump fists?
  25. Material handling or Drayage?

Start by quizzing your colleagues. Their answers just may surprise you. 😉 

Download the Unbranded Rent or Buy Versions

Rent or Buy Trade Show Inlines Downloadable Literature
Rent or Buy Trade Show Islands Downloadable Literature
Rent or Buy Exhibition Islands Downloadable Literature

For over 30 years, Classic Exhibits has been designing and building creative custom solutions for our Distributor Partners and their clients. As North America’s largest private-label exhibit manufacturer, we have the unmatched capability, capacity, and creativity to create 3D projects ranging from 10 x 10 inline displays to 60 x 80 double-deck islands. 

Find success on the trade show floor with an exhibit that reflects your marketing message. For more information, see www.classicexhibits.com and explore Exhibit Design Search or request a meeting with a Classic Distributor Partner.

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Image Resolution Calculator

December 19th, 2024 Mel White COMMENTS

As you know, explaining graphic file requirements to a client with limited graphic experience can be like explaining the earth’s curvature to a flat earther. The more you explain why an image from their website won’t work, the more defensive they become. To them, a graphic is a graphic — just make it bigger.

Is Bigger Better?

To be fair, the concept of vector vs. raster files isn’t always intuitive. Then there’s the discussion of the graphic file types. Bottomline… You’ve told them their file isn’t a high-resolution image. But they still don’t understand.

Image Resolution Calculator on the Classic Exhibits website

Years ago, we added an Image Resolution Calculator to Classic’s website to make this concept more understandable.  It relies on three variables: Size, Pixels, and Dpi. Size is obvious since it’s measured in inches. Pixels and DPI less so to a non-graphic savvy client.

Fortunately, you have graphic design software ranging from basic photo apps to professional programs like Photoshop or Illustrator. Opening their low-resolution file on those, and then comparing it to what’s required in the Image Resolution Calculator is an easy way to demonstrate what they have vs. what they need.  

It’s Not Foolproof

They still may toss out a “flat earther” graphic objection, but you’ve at least gotten them to recognize they’ll need the assistance of a graphic designer. Preferably one with a background in large format trade show and event graphics.

For 30 years, Classic Exhibits has been designing and building creative custom solutions for our Distributor Partners and their clients. As North America’s largest private-label exhibit manufacturer, we have the unmatched capability, capacity, and creativity to create 3D projects ranging from 10 x 10 inline displays to 60 x 80 double-deck islands. 

Find success on the trade show floor with an exhibit that reflects your marketing message. For more information, see www.classicexhibits.com and explore Exhibit Design Search or request a meeting with a Classic Distributor Partner.

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Saying the “S” Word Outloud

November 25th, 2024 Mel White COMMENTS
Sustainable Trade Show Exhibits

It’s nearly 2025, and people still cover their ears and sing La, La, La whenever the “S” word is mentioned. And yet, the S word is the secret weapon for many Classic Distributors. These Distributors know that many companies have S-word initiatives. Moreover, they know an S-word exhibit doesn’t cost more and offers the same design flexibility and quality. 

So, why aren’t more distributors saying the S word to clients? It’s not like it’s new or weird. Perhaps it’s a simple misunderstanding or not knowing the language of S. We get it. Thankfully, you’re 50% there without even knowing it. 

  1. You’re already well-versed in LEDs, and you know the benefits of recycled aluminum. 
  2. There’s a good chance you’ve heard of FSC wood, low VOC paints, and even shipping cases made from regrind plastics.
  3. Still a little nervous? Every ecoSmart design in EDS has a Green Materials Guide. 

At Classic Exhibits, we’ve been all about the S word since 2007 with over 300 S inlines, islands, and accessories, plus a production and purchasing commitment that’s obsessive about S in every facet of our business. And this may surprise you… but at Classic, we say the S word out loud every day. 

To learn more about S, click here for our Green Materials Guide. Below are three new 10 ft. displays which wear the S badge proudly. Finally, don’t forget to visit the three S galleries in EDS.  

ecoSmart ECO-1066-B Trade Show Exhibit
ecoSmart ECO-1087 Sustainable Trade Show Exhibit

eco-1102 ecoSmart Sustainable Trade Show Exhibit

For 30 years, Classic Exhibits has been designing and building creative custom solutions for our Distributor Partners and their clients. As North America’s largest private-label exhibit manufacturer, we have the unmatched capability, capacity, and creativity to create 3D projects ranging from 10 x 10 inline displays to 60 x 80 double-deck islands. 

Find success on the trade show floor with an exhibit that reflects your marketing message. For more information, see www.classicexhibits.com and explore Exhibit Design Search or request a meeting with a Classic Distributor Partner.

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