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Symphony Portable Display Fashion Show (w/ AI Commentary)

April 11th, 2025 COMMENTS
Modified SYK-2016 Symphony Portable Dispaly

If you’ve experimented with AI, you know it can mimic… well, just about anything. For example, imagine a modified Symphony SYK-2016 on a Couture Fashion Show Runway with a snooty AI presenter’s commentary.

Elegant, Chic, and Powerful

“Alright darlings, settle in, the lights are dimming, the music is building… because the next look isn’t just about showcasing a product, it’s about making a statement. Tonight, we’re unveiling the Symphony Portable Display, and trust me, it’s hitting all the right notes.

Imagine, if you will, a silhouette that’s both effortlessly chic and powerfully impactful. The foundation? A sleek, lightweight frame, the supermodel of our collection – strong yet incredibly mobile. But the real drama unfolds with the SEG tension fabric graphics. Think of it as a bold, floor-length gown, stretched taut and flawless, showcasing your brand’s message in vibrant, high-definition color. It’s not just a backdrop; it’s a visual masterpiece, commanding attention from every angle.”

Accessories, The Sophisticated Embellishment

“Now, let’s talk about the accessories, because a true icon knows how to elevate a look. Notice the strategically placed monitor mount – a sophisticated embellishment allowing for dynamic digital presentations. It’s the modern touch, the interactive element that keeps the audience engaged.

We now introduce integrated shelving. With the addition of these shelves, the Symphony Portable Display transcends mere presentation; it becomes a multi-dimensional showcase. It allows you to tell a more complete story, offering both visual impact and tangible engagement.

And for the discerning clientele? The literature tray, positioned with elegant precision, offering tangible takeaways like curated brochures or lookbooks. It’s the thoughtful detail that shows you understand the art of connection.

But we’re not stopping there, Cherie. In today’s fast-paced world, connectivity is key. Observe the seamlessly integrated wireless charging pad – a subtle yet indispensable feature, offering a touch of modern convenience, ensuring your audience stays powered up and present.”

The Pièce de Résistance

“Now, for the Pièce de Résistance: the elegant portable counter with locking storage. This isn’t just a functional piece; it’s a statement of sophistication and security. Think of it as a beautifully crafted clutch – stylish on the outside, with ample space to keep essentials organized and protected. It’s where transactions happen, conversations flow, and your team can operate with confidence.

And finally, the illumination! Strategically placed LED lights cast a radiant glow, highlighting the display’s best features and ensuring your brand shines, even in the most crowded room. It’s the perfect lighting to accentuate the drama and draw the eye.”

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Experience the Symphony

“The Symphony Portable Display isn’t just a display; it’s an experience. It’s about presenting your brand with polish, professionalism, and undeniable flair. It’s about creating a memorable impression that resonates long after the show is over. It’s portable, it’s powerful, and darling, it’s absolutely essential for making your next trade show appearance a resounding success. Now, let’s give it up for the Symphony!”

Applause! Applause!”

Who We Are

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.

The More Perfect, Perfect 10 Hybrid Display

October 6th, 2015 COMMENTS

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Hold onto your dentures Grandma, we just made the Perfect 10 — More Perfect! The Perfect 10 and Perfect 20 feature the exclusive 100-Day Return Guarantee. If for any reason your client doesn’t like the Perfect 10 within the first 100 days, they can return it for a refund, minus graphics and shipping.

Wait… There’s MORE! ALL Perfect 10 Portable Hybrid Displays are ON SALE through November 27. Every. Single. One. There’s never been a portable display like the P10. No tools. Distinctive shape. Options galore. See the literature below or in the Perfect 10 Gallery in Exhibit Design Search.

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–Mel White
mel@classicexhibits.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/melmwhite
https://twitter.com/melmwhite

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Based in Portland, Oregon, Classic Exhibits Inc. designs and manufacturers portable, modular, and custom-hybrid exhibit solutions. Classic Exhibits products are represented by an extensive distributor network in North America and in select International markets. For more information, contact us at 866-652-2100 or www.classicexhibits.com.

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Sacagawea 100-Day Guarantee (Seriously!)

June 16th, 2015 COMMENTS

Love It or We’ll Take It Back!

CaptureEffective immediately, Sacagawea, our most popular portable hybrid display, comes with a 100-Day Guarantee. Yes, that’s our promise:  “You’ll Love It — Or We’ll Take It Back.”  Fill it with gas, rev the engine, and drive it around the block a couple of times at your next trade show. There’s never been a “Love It” return policy for a tradeshow display… until now.

Thousands of happy exhibitors have bought the Sacagawea — The World’s Best Hybrid. Every Sacagawea comes with die-cut reusable packaging, numbered components, custom instructions, easy knob-assisted assembly, and amazing HD fabric graphics. Then there are the accessories:  monitor mounts, counters, standoff graphics, canopies, hostess shelves, literature holders, and tablet enclosures. See below for details.

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So What’s the Deal with Hybrid Displays?

November 15th, 2012 COMMENTS

Hybrid Display from Classic Exhibits

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Yes, the title is a bit Jerry Seinfeld-ish. But we all know he’d continue with, “Do they run on gas and electricity? Does the higher MPS (miles per show) justify the price? Why do they look like something from an episode of Lost in Space?”

I challenge you to search Google for “Hybrid Displays” or “Hybrid Exhibits.” Five years ago, your search would turn up a handful of links. Now . . . Yikes a Momma! Hybrid Exhibits have gone from curiosity to mainstream for trade show exhibitors. But why? What makes hybrid exhibits/displays so appealing? Actually, it’s not very complicated, but first, humor me while I define what a hybrid display is and isn’t (at least from the perspective of Classic Exhibits).

Hybrid Exhibit \ˈhī-brəd ig-ˈzi-bət\:  An inline or island display constructed primarily from engineered aluminum extrusion and large format tension fabric graphics. Other components, accessories, and graphics are often added, such as laminates, custom construction, and direct print graphics, but the structural backbone is almost always engineered aluminum and fabric. Most require allen tools for assembly, but there are systems that substitute knobs for a tool-less or a mostly tool-less set up.

Let’s explore the logic and appeal of hybrid exhibits.

The 8 Pseudo-Immutable Laws of Hybrid Exhibits

1. Structural: Hybrids are always built with engineered aluminum, such as ClassicMODUL, AGAM, or Octanorm. Engineered aluminum systems are basically grown-up Tinkertoys but with all the benefits of structural strength and modular flexibility. There are hundreds of profiles, each with a particular visual, functional, or design appeal.

2. Lightweight:  It’s aluminum . . . and it disassembles. Which means less weight and fewer cases or crates. Everyone loves lower drayage bills, except the general contractor for a trade show.

3. Malleable. Exhibit designers love it. Aluminum can be bent, cut, connected, welded, anodized, powder-coated, and milled. The design possibilities are endless, whether you want the aluminum to be visible or invisible.

Hybrid Exhbibit4. Graphics:  Bring it on — fabric, direct prints, sintra, plex, custom acrylics, laminates, vinyl. From small graphics to towering fabric images, hybrid exhibits do not discriminate. Hybrids welcome it all.

5. Aesthetics: There’s something for everyone, where it’s a rectilinear design with all right angles or more curves than a Lifetime or Bravo special.  Hybrids can be basic or breath-taking, depending on the budget, the designer, and your imagination.

6. Accessories: Don’t even try to count the possibilities. You don’t have enough fingers or toes. Hybrids are accessory magnets:  counters, workstations, monitors, shelves, literature racks, iPad options, lights, slatwall, pegboards, etc. Hybrids never say never.

7. Cost: Varies, depending on your budget, goals, marketing requirements, and display size. There are hybrid table tops and there are 50 x 50 hybrid islands. There are kits, priced as kits, and customized hybrid designs priced as custom. And then there are rental designs. Hybrids are ideal as rentals. The price is right, and their modular construction makes them uniquely customizable.

8. Assembly and Packaging: It depends on the design and the manufacturer. It can be easy. It can be PAINFUL. Or it can be somewhere in the middle. Let’s not kid ourselves . . . if the price is too good to be true, there’s a reason. No reusable packaging, no detailed instructions, no numbered parts, and the parts and pieces are made from substandard materials and graphics. Don’t let a pretty picture fool you. Ask questions and expect answers and examples. Does it require tools, some tools, or no tools. It may not matter for an island, but it probably matters for a smaller inline booth.

What follows is a not so subtle commercial for Classic Exhibits and Classic Distributors.  😉

So, where should you start? Why not Exhibit Design Search? Look in the Sacagawea and Magellan Galleries for attractive, inexpensive hybrid 10 ft and 20 ft. inlines. For more upscale inlines, search the Perfect 10 and SEGUE Galleries. For a truly customizable hybrid with unmistakeable design, go to the Visionary Designs Galleries. Finally, don’t overlook the Rental Gallery. Most are hybrids.

–Mel White
http://www.linkedin.com/in/melmwhite
mel@classicexhibits.com

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Based in Portland, Oregon, Classic Exhibits Inc. designs and manufacturers portable, modular, and custom-hybrid exhibit solutions and engineered aluminum extrusions (ClassicMODUL). Classic Exhibits products are represented by an extensive distributor network in North America and in select International markets. For more information, contact us at 866-652-2100.

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Quadro S Pop Up Assembly and Features Video

August 23rd, 2012 COMMENTS

Recently, a Classic Distributor asked us to record a quick video showing the basic assembly and features of the Quadro S Pop Up Display. So a few days ago, we recorded this off-the-cuff and very casual video in our shop once everyone had left. You’ll quickly see why I never auditioned for any high school or college plays.

We thought we’d share it for anyone unfamiliar with the benefits and features of the Quadro S. My thanks to Jeff Garrett, our video guru, for turning a pile of @*!% into something presentable.

BTW — I’m not encouraging any comments.

–Mel White
http://www.linkedin.com/in/melmwhite
mel@classicexhibits.com