by Ceri | Aug 29, 2019 | Display stands, Events, Exhibition
First
African Distributor Conference and Madex Design Expo Hosted in June
We proudly announce the success
achieved in hosting representatives of twelve African countries at the first
African Distributor Conference at the start of June this year. With the African
events industry having the potential of enormous growth, we have taken the
opportunity to establish partnerships with several companies in the industry
from many African countries. The delegates to the African Distributor
Conference also had the opportunity to visit our stand at the Madex Design
Expo.
More About the Madex Design Expo
The aim of the Madex Design Expo
is to bring together industry leaders from across the continent to discuss
relevant topics.
It is the annual marketing,
advertising, and design expo, hosted this year from 5 to 6 June at the Sandton
Convention Centre. No fewer than 40 topics relevant to the industry came under
the spotlight, and participation was excellent.
Due to the growing popularity of
the Madex Design Expo, even more seating was made available at the recently
hosted event. Hand-picked speakers addressed delegates on topics related to the
fundamentals of marketing.
The discussions were held in the
seminar theatres. In addition, delegates could browse through the many
interesting stands, including that of Scan Display, and had the opportunity to
network with service providers and key players in the industry.
Boni Mchunu from East Coast Radio
and Kevin Fine from Jacaranda FM were among the speakers. They discussed topics,
such as micro content creation, design strategies relevant to mobile marketing,
and the difference between marketing and branding.
Many more topics came under the
spotlight, and if you have missed this year’s event, be sure to visit our stand
at the next Madex Design Expo. You are also invited to make use of our products,
such as modular stands and exhibition equipment ranging from banners to kiosks,
flooring solutions, and more.
More About the African
Distributor Conference
The conference was hosted in
Johannesburg and consisted of a two-day programme, jam-packed with product
demonstrations and presentations about the leading industry trends, in addition
to a factory tour, as well as an interactive workshop on how to develop and
grow partnerships.
The delegates enjoyed the
browsing of stands at the Madex Design Expo where they gained insight about the
local industry. Delegates, such as Charles Campbell Clause, Director of
Exhibition Stand Contractors in Kenya, noted that the conference was
exceptionally interesting and beneficial for ESC. According to him, they had
the opportunity to meet peers from other African countries and learned about
new products.
Managing Director of Africast
Conferences and Exhibitions in Zambia, Chimwemwe Nyirenda, also gave positive
feedback. Chimwemwe noted the important role of Scan Display in helping exhibition
stand developers across the continent to stay current with the latest
cost-effective and sustainable solutions, as well as trends in the industry.
by Ceri | Jul 13, 2019 | Events, Exhibition, Exhibition Stands
Display
Stands for the DENTASA Summit in Cape Town
If you have not yet reserved
space at the DENTASA Summit on 19-20 July at the Century City Conference Centre
in Cape Town, you need to do so as soon as possible. Do not be concerned about
not having time to set up your display stands, as we provide a full range of
products and services to help create inviting and functional booths.
Why You
Should Book One of the Display Stands for the DENTASA Summit
DENTASA
stands for the Dental Technicians Association of South Africa. Membership of
the association is voluntary. The association is an industry advocacy body that
offers its members several benefits, such as keeping members informed on
national issues pertaining to the dental technology industry. It offers liaison
with medical schemes, the Department of Health, and other regulatory bodies.
Delegates
of the DENTASA Summit include dental technicians and key stakeholders in the
industry. Various top brands have booked display stands and as such, you will
be among the prestigious exhibitors at the summit.
How to Make
Your Exhibition Count
Of course, simply being an
exhibitor at the event is not enough. You want to connect with key players in
the industry and introduce your innovative technologies and services to the
visitors. With an extremely targeted audience, you can expect the visitors to
be in the market for your products or services related to dental technology.
However, with other exhibitors also targeting the same audience, it is
imperative that your exhibition has all the bells and whistles to ensure
optimal engagement and visual appeal.
To this end, you can benefit from
our expertise in the design of custom display stands, provision of modular
booths to meet your space and exhibition requirements, branding expertise, and
printing services. In addition, we provide innovative solutions to enhance the
appeal and functionality of your exhibition space.
Our
product and service offering is extensive and includes, but is not limited to:
- Exhibition booths – modular box and portable.
- Counters – custom, Mo5, and registration.
- Furniture – ottomans, chairs, tables, and couches.
- Brochure holders.
- Accessories.
- Audio visual – laptops, TV screens, computers, projectors, DVD
players, plasma screen brackets, iPad holders, and touch screens.
- Tension fabric systems.
- Roll-up banners.
- Poster display equipment.
- Showcases.
- LED fabric lightboxes.
- Infrastructure development.
- Carpet and flooring.
- Design, printing, and branding.
We can
thus help you with all your exhibition needs. As a provider of display stands
for DENTASA Summit, we understand the target audience, space requirements, and showcase
needs of the exhibitors.
Why Us?
We have
many years of experience in the exhibition and design industries. Our history
dates back to 1996 and since then, we have won several awards and accolades,
including the Bronze Award in the US-based Exhibitor Magazine Best Green Stands
Awards. Our firm was also a finalist in the Loeries Live Event Category for our
involvement at COP 17. Justin Hawes, our MD, was a finalist in the Sanlam/Business
Partners Entrepreneur of the Year Awards (2012).
We were a
finalist in the Most Empowered Tourism Business category at the FEDHASA’s
Imvelo Responsible Tourism Awards event in 2012. Our firm was the winner of the
IFES Sustainability Award in 2013 and we have been acknowledged several times
at the EXSA Awards. The above awards are only some of our many accomplishments,
showing our commitment to sustainability and top-quality products and services.
Get in
touch for more information about our display stands for the DENTASA Summit and
other exhibitions or conferences in South Africa.
by Ceri | Jun 11, 2019 | Display stands, Exhibition, Exhibition Stands
Display
Stands for Manufacturing Events – Don’t Miss the Indaba in Sandton!
As a provider of award-winning display
stands for manufacturing exhibition events, we are proud to be one of the
suppliers of such display stands for the 2019 Manufacturing Indaba running from
the 25th to the 26th of June at the Sandton Convention
Centre in Johannesburg.
It is the leading manufacturing
expo and conference event in sub-Saharan Africa. Even though it only runs over
two days, the top companies in the industry have their display stands at the
event. It has been proven to be an exceptionally important event for network
building, information sharing, and product or service launches in Africa.
Exhibitors have many opportunities to build brand awareness and engage with
potential buyers. Of course, if you have missed the opportunity to exhibit at
this year’s expo, do not despair as it is an annual event, giving you time to
discuss your exhibition needs with our team for design ideas regarding your
display stands for manufacturing events.
Why You
Should Reserve a Spot as an Exhibitor at the Manufacturing Indaba
The event is visited by more than
2 500 potential buyers. Well over 1 500 industry players already exhibit at the
event. Not having your company represented at the event means missing
opportunities to network, develop brand awareness, and connect with potential
buyers. We make it possible to stand out at such trade shows with our modular
display stands for events throughout South Africa.
Sectors
represented at the Manufacturing Indaba include, but are not limited to:
- Agro-processing
- Textile
- Clothing
- Leather and footwear
- Mining
- Pharmaceutical
- Green industries
- Chemicals
- Plastic chemicals
- Water and sanitation
- Metal
- Automotive
- Aerospace & defence
- ICT and electronics
- Electro-technical
- Cosmetics
- Capital equipment
If your company
operates in any of these sectors, you will want to retain your competitiveness
by also exhibiting at the event. To this end, you will appreciate our
expertise, range, and options when it comes to display stands for manufacturing
expo events. We provide turnkey solutions, enabling you to focus on your
business at hand, while we create your award-winning exhibition stand.
If you are not yet convinced of the benefits
of exhibiting at the event, consider the advantages below:
- Establish personal contact – meet the people at the other end of
the emails in person and build strong client relationships.
- Compete favourably – even if you are a small company, you can
compete with large industry players because you have the same access to
visitors.
- Get valuable feedback – informal engagement with visitors and
short feedback forms help you to gain valuable insight into buyer perspectives,
brand image, and customer satisfaction.
- Meet important decision-makers – use the personal business match-making
opportunities to set up meetings with decision-makers.
- Become informed about new developments in the manufacturing
sector in which your company operates.
- Build valuable sales leads over two days by getting visitor
information for follow-up.
- Connect with new companies that can supply to or assist your
company in a particular industry.
What Next?
If you are
not going to make this year’s Manufacturing Indaba, make sure that you are
ready for the next event. Call us for more information about our display
stands.
by Ceri | Jun 11, 2019 | Events, Exhibition, Exhibition Services
Why You
Should Display at the SAPOA Annual Convention and Property Exhibition
The SAPOA Annual Convention and
Property Exhibition is an annual event, hosted this year at the Cape Town
International Convention Centre. It is the epitome of events for property
professionals, stakeholders, and the property media.
The SAPOA event brings together CEOs
of firms, banking sector experts, academics, analysts, suppliers, realtors,
consultants, buyers, and investors. The convention is themed and the 2019 theme
is focused on gaining a better understanding of issues affecting the property
sector and planning for the future amidst political, economic, and social
uncertainty. The SAPOA Annual Convention and Property Exhibition provides a
platform for important discussions on how to address challenges amidst
uncertainty and to develop the sector during such times.
It entails a three-day
convention, hosted by Iman Rappetti, known for journalistic excellence. If you
operate or have a stake in the property sector, it is worth visiting the
convention. However, it is equally important to have an exhibition stand at the
SAPOA event in order to build brand awareness. Below are reasons for booking an
exhibition stand:
- Increase the recognition of your brand, products, and services
by being part of the event.
- Meet stakeholders and engage with existing and potential clients
or suppliers.
- Strengthen brand awareness with one of our award-winning
exhibition stand designs.
- Position your company amongst the top players in the industry.
- Enjoy face-to-face network opportunities.
- Gain valuable feedback from visitors regarding your products and
services.
- Develop an extensive and value-adding leads database.
- Introduce new concepts, products, and services.
- Address issues with products and services in quality
face-to-face conversations.
- Be part of the solution creators.
Several
sponsorship opportunities exist, giving your company even more opportunities for
brand exposure.
How to Stand Out
With top
players in the industry exhibiting at the event and actively participating in
the convention, you will want to make sure that your brand is noticed and
appreciated. To compete favourably with key exhibitors, you need to collaborate
with an award-winning exhibition stand supplier. We meet the requirement and as
trusted suppliers of exhibition stands, we provide you with design expertise,
state-of-the-art prints, innovative technology, and an extensive range of
products and services relevant to world-class exhibitions.
Our
products range from banners to kiosks, counters, glass display cabinets, and
brochure stands. We provide everything from electric wiring and lighting to
flooring solutions. You can opt for one of our modular display stands, enabling
you to add on or configure the display stand according to the available space at
the SAPOA exhibition.
The
modular option is recommended if you want a stand that can be used at several
exhibitions. When disassembled, it takes up little space and you also don’t
need technical expertise to set it up. This solution is recommended if you want
your exhibition space to be exceptionally unique and specific to one particular
exhibition. Regardless of your choice, you will find that our products and services
are perfectly suited for such quality events in South Africa.
by Ceri | May 24, 2019 | Exhibition, Exhibition architecture, Exhibition Stands
The Trends
and Exciting Upcoming Events of Exhibition Infrastructure in 2019
The exhibitions, trade shows, and
event trends in 2019 show an increasing need for fast-and-easy-to-set-up
infrastructure and stands. Time is limited and event organisers, as well as
exhibitors, require infrastructure solutions that can be set up and
disassembled quickly, without compromising on the professional display.
Exhibition facilitators are
looking for ways in which to do more without adding to their infrastructure or
extending the amount of time spent on setting up. To this end, more and more
organisers are looking for solutions that are available from leading display
and exhibition design companies.
Organisers want to maximise the
participation of the exhibitors and sponsors. As such, they are looking for
ways in which to incorporate product launching, live demonstrations, and
meetings to engage attendees. This also helps to create more revenue streams.
To this end, organisers are looking for flexible infrastructure solutions, such
as the ability to quickly set up a meeting venue or special product display
box.
The use of more technology in
exhibition infrastructure is also a trend that can be expected to continue.
Visual impact, professional display environments, and optimal engagement are
improved when using technology such as 3D rendering and fabric light boxes.
Some of the events where the mentioned trends in exhibition infrastructure are
noticeable in 2019 are briefly noted below.
Local
South African Manufacturing Expo
This exhibition covers all
aspects of manufacturing and is the perfect place for the display of local
manufacturing capabilities in the country. Here, the exhibitors present their
solutions to an expert audience. With manufacturing being a technology-driven
industry, the event boasts superb exhibition infrastructure. Exhibitors have
the opportunity to engage with the audience, showcase their products and expertise,
increase their revenues, and benefit from greater brand awareness.
Professional
Beauty
The annual trade fair focuses on
bringing together all aspects of beauty products, services, and treatments.
Technology plays an important part in the modern beauty industry and it is just
fitting that the exhibition infrastructure includes the usage of top-notch
technology. Exhibitors of cosmetics, skincare treatments, and accessories go
all out to make their stands unique, attractive, and relevant to the audience.
The event is the biggest of its
kind in the beauty sector. If your business operates within this sector, be
sure to book your stand. Well over 200 exhibitors provide for an exciting
display environment where audience interaction is of extreme importance. Should
you wish to set up a stand, make use of our expertise in exhibition infrastructure
to help you create a unique, technology-driven, and quick-to-set-up stand.
Windaba
2019
Hosted in November every year, it
is South Africa’s leading expo on wind and renewable energy. The event
attracts thousands, as it is focused on sustainable technologies. To stand out
amongst the many exhibitors, your exhibition stand must have all the bells and
whistles needed to ensure optimal engagement, easy flow, a professional
appearance, and brand appeal. As experts in exhibition infrastructure and stand
design, we should be your first call to help you achieve a good return on
investment.
Contact us for assistance in exhibition infrastructure and more information about our products ranging from flooring to lighting, modular stands, and 3D rendering.
by Ceri | May 24, 2019 | Display stands, Exhibition
Display
Stands for Retail – Four Showcasing Mistakes to Avoid
Brick and mortar stores, as well
as trade booths, are physical environments. In order to attract attention in
such environments, it is essential to invest in display stands for retail that
are focused on generating interest. Every display must be set up with the aim
to attract attention and to create an immersive experience. Sales conversions
are lower when the display stands are not professional.
If your retail or trade show
displays are not working, consider investing in our display stands for retail.
We offer an exceptional range and provide you with modular and custom-design
options. To help you identify problem areas in your retail or exhibition
stands, we briefly look at some display mistakes to avoid.
- No Depth
Lack of height and depth make a display
dull. Products displayed at the same height throughout a store or on an exhibition
stand lose their appeal. To make every product shine, you need stands for
retail that allow for flexible displays, giving you opportunities to create
visually appealing and attention-grabbing displays.
You want to vary the height,
depth, colour, and related visual elements. Some products should be displayed
in glass cabinets, while others would be best displayed in glass counters, with
some more on pedestals and others hanging.
For retail and exhibition
purposes, keep all your displays clutter-free. Too many variations and jam-packed
displays cause confusion. In addition, the visitor is bombarded with visual
elements to the level where it is impossible to focus their attention on one
product. If a display is not attractive and is unapproachable, you can bet that
the visitor or shopper will go elsewhere.
You do not have to fill every bit
of space in the store or event booth. Indeed, open spaces are good and can be
used to direct the flow of visitors. You may have an elaborate display in the
middle of the floor and the perfect display stands to support your idea. However,
what if there is no electricity at that spot? Do you have to install a light
box right there? Do you need additional light to highlight the products on
display? If it means having to have visible wiring, it is better to reconsider
where your display will be located.
Even with the best possible
display stands for retail, if your displays make no sense to the audience, you are
wasting space. Every item on display must lead to more interest and must fit in
with your overall sales strategy.
Give us a call for more
information about our display stands for retail environments and events. Our
consultants also assist with layout and technology, helping you to create
engaging shopping environments.
