Modular Exhibits

These exhibits fall between a pop-up display, and a panel & frame system. Whereas a pop-up is typically a small background property, a modular display is an entire space. They use a standardized basic structure, whether this be a metal framework, or thin, lightweight panel construction, which is then configured within the confines of the structure limitations to what the exhibitor requires. A study by Trade Show Week Magazine showed that modular exhibits weigh, on average, about 60% less than traditional custom exhibits. Similar to a Lego or Tinker-toy, the components are typically easily reconfigured into new layouts as the exhibitor may require from show to show. The components are often made from very lightweight materials, and transported in small traveling cases (often injection molded plastic). To learn more about Modular Exhibits call Scan Display at +27 11 447 4777

Pop-up Displays

These are sometimes called a Pull-Up display or Portable display and are displays that use a flexible graphic panel (fabric or other man-made material) attached to a spring-loaded roller on which the graphic winds for storage. When ready to display, the graphic is pulled up, and then secured to a support post at the back of the roller, which holds the graphic up and taut in place. These can be used individually, or in series, as required. Like tabletop displays, they are normally very lightweight, and can be easily transported and set up without needing much on site labour support. The components are often made from very lightweight materials, and transported in small traveling cases (often injection molded plastic). Most often curved in shape, they are also now popular as straight walls with attached fabric mural graphics. You can hire Pop-up Displays from Scan Display – call us at +27 11 447 4777 for more information

Pipe and Drape

Often provided by the show contractor, these typically use a metal frame of upright posts supported by base plates, with cross beams on which the fabric drape is either threaded (via a sewn pocket) or tied. These types of displays are often provided by the show contractor as part of the price of the exhibit space. The fabric drape is usually a neutral colour or a colour that ties in with the theme of the show. Exhibitors can use these as a backdrop for their own display pieces, but they are not meant to support any direct weight, and provide little in the way of display client graphics or branding. Most exhibitors use a purchased or rented display structure in front of the supplied pipe and drape. Contact Scan Display at +27 11 447 4777 for more information about our products and services.

Tabletop displays

Tabletop displays are usually comprised of a small metal frame work which can easily collapse (much like a backpacking tent frame) into a small carrying case, with graphic panels that attach to the frame work via mechanical fasteners, magnets, or Velcro. These displays are typically very easy to set up, and require little to no on site support labour. As the name implies, they are designed to be set on top of a table, one usually supplied by the show contractor. As with pipe and drape, this table is often provided as part of the price of renting the exhibit space. Contact Scan Display at +27 11 447 4777 for more information about our products and services.

Reasons to exhibit a trade show display

The trade show industry serves a astoundingly wide and varied audience. Virtually every industry has its own menagerie of shows that cater to virtually “every” sub-segment. On a micro level, there are numerous reasons for exhibitors to deploy a display at a given trade show. On a macro level it can be said that there are only five reasons:

  • To sell.
  • To launch.
  • To correct a misconception.
  • To create an impression.
  • To get create internal “buy-in” for the initiatives above.

These five reasons are sometimes grouped into the generalization “Trade show Impact”. Scan Display are Trade Show professionals – Contact us at +27 11 447 4777 for more information about our products and services.