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Portable Trade Show Counters

December 19th, 2022 COMMENTS
Portable Counters and Pedestals
Portable Trade Show Counters

Portable trade show counters get a bad rap… and it’s not unwarranted. They’re basic, inexpensive, and easy-to-assemble. Which makes them perfect for portable displays but largely ignored for modular or even custom designs. 

Let’s reset those expectations. At Classic, our portable counters are inexpensive and easy-to-assemble, just like all the others on the market. However, they are also stylish, functional, and include three features rarely found on other portable counters. 

1. Locking Door. Have you ever met an exhibitor who didn’t want secure storage? Of the 46 portable counters in Exhibit Design Search, 32 have a locking door. 
2. Secure Countertop. What’s the point of storage if the countertop isn’t attached to the base? Every Classic countertop — portable, modular, or custom – has a locking feature or attached countertop. 
3. Shelves. Shelves are important, whether internal or external, yet they’re often treated as a luxury. They’re not

Finally, with a few exceptions, you can choose any laminate, as long as you select standard laminates from the major manufacturers. That’s important! Below are examples of Symphony Portable Counters, some of our most popular portable counter designs.

Symphony Portable Trade Show Counters
Symphony Portable Trade Show Counters
Symphony Portable Trade Show Counters



Classic Exhibits has been honored as an Exhibitor Magazine Find-It Top 40 Exhibit Producers and an Event Marketer Fab 50 Exhibit Builders multiple times. Along with numerous Portable Modular Awards. 

With over 200 Distributor Partners throughout North America, there’s a Classic representative close by to assist with any rental project. Contact us today whether you need an inline rental display, a double-deck island exhibit, or a contemporary kiosk rental. At Classic, we’re not just different. We’re better.

Portable Trade Show Counters and Pedestals

October 13th, 2022 COMMENTS
Portable Trade Show Counters and Pedestals

Historically, Portable Counters and Pedestals have been the ugly stepchildren of trade show displays. Are they convenient, practical, and lightweight? Yes. Attractive and durable? Not so much. The pop-up case-to-counter conversion is the perfect example. It’s the textbook definition of a compromise. Not particularly stable. Storage is awkward at best. And the basic fabric or graphic wrap is often cheesy and cheap looking.

That’s not to say there aren’t excellent portable trade show counters and pedestals. Not just from Classic but from other suppliers as well. For example, the Symphony SYM-406, 407, and 408 series counters.

Why These Counters? Four Reasons:

  1. First, they assemble without tools and pack in flat cases.
  2. Second, they have locking storage, which is unusual for portable counters. Along with an internal shelf.
  3. Third, the countertop is secure, meaning it can’t be removed without disengaging the internal spring connectors.
  4. Finally, with the right branding, Symphony counters are not only beautiful but also a tasteful addition to any exhibit – portable, modular, or custom.

Do you agree? We’d love to hear your thoughts.

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With over 200 Distributor Partners throughout North America, there’s a Classic representative close by. Contact us today whether you need a durable hand sanitizer stand built to last, a rental display guaranteed to attract trade show attendees or a lightbox with all the bells and whistles. We’re not just different. We’re better.