Audio/visual components such as television monitors, slides or video presentations,
lighting display and projection systems.
An order for services sent to the service contractor prior to the installation date.
Advance rates are any fees associated with advance orders.
Location set by show management to receive freight before the start of show. Freight is stored
at this location and then shipped to the venue at the appropriate time.
Signs, usually suspended, identifying exposition aisles by number or letter.
A light with an extended arm, which typically clamp on.
The process of erecting an exhibit from its components.
Those persons who visit an event that are not exhibiting or connected with the event itself.
A light source that illuminates translucent material from behind.
The panels at the rear of an exhibit.
An exhibit that is back-to-back with another exhibit or against a building wall.
Billing of Lading. A document extablishing the terms between a shipper and transportation company for the transport of goods between specified points for a specific charge.
An exhibit that is back-to-back with another exhibit or against a building wall.
Computer-Aided Design. A software is used by architects, engineers, drafters, graphic artists/designers, and others to create precision drawings of technical illustrations.
A type of fastening mechanism that incorporates a tab that is turned to engage a catch or slot.
Drapery, awning or other roof-like covering. Finger Canopies are long skinny beams that resemble fingers.
An exhibit space with exposure on at least two aisles.
An itemized list of the contents of a crate.
A wooden frame or box used to support and/or contain heavy objects or groups of materials for easier handling. Usually used as a platform for objects moved by a forklift.
Length x width x height. As it pertains to exhibition booths, cubic content is a unit of measurement allowing display materials and products to occupy 100 percent of the exhibit space purchased, regardless of sightlines, up to a height established by the exhibition’s rules. Also a measurement used in determining shipping costs for van lines.
Hundredweight or centum weight. A measurement used for shipping exhibit properties. In the US, this is equal to 100 pounds.
Double Time Labor. Work performed on overtime and charged at twice the published rate.
A report submitted by an exhibitor to a freight company or drayage contractor itemizing damage to shipped goods.
A day on which a facility or hall has no events booked.
Time when a worker is unable to perform duties due to factors beyond his or her control.
An area where sales personnel illustrate, demonstrate, or explain products.
Also known as volumetric weight. A pricing technique for calculating commercial freight transport which uses an estimated weight that is calculated from the length, width and height of a package.
A two-story exhibit.
The movement of exhibit materials by union handlers from shipping dock to booth for show set up and back to dock for return shipment at end of show.
A company responsible for handling exhibit materials at a trade show.
A form completed by an exhibitor requesting handling of materials.
Exhibitor Appointed Contractor. A third party contractor performing services like installation, dismantling, booth design, etc.
Scaled drawings depicting front and side views of an exhibit.
An exhibit space with aisles on three sides.
A company responsible for designing and constructing exhibit booths.
A guide for exhibition attendees which lists exhibitors and exhibit booths.
The area(s) within the exposition center where exhibits are located.
A packet of show-related information and order forms provided to exhibitors by show management.
The use of cut glass fibers to display colored light.
An individual representing show management who is responsible for the exhibition area.
A map showing the size and location of exhibit spaces.
A utility box recessed in the floor containing electrical, telephone, or plumbing connections.
Rigid foam covered with heavy paper stock used for mounting signs, art, etc.
A carrier-issued receipt indicating that transported merchandise was damaged when received.
Minimum work period for which union labor must be paid.
When a bill of lading or material handling agreement listing exhibit properties to be picked up by a carrier, designated by the exhibitor, is not turned into the trade show contractor service desk, or if the designated carrier does not check in with the service desk by a specified time, or doesn’t show up the freight, the show contractor will either take the freight to their warehouse or ship it back to the exhibitor via its own preferred carrier at a non-discounted price.
An area in the exhibit facility (usually near the freight doors or loading docks) where inbound and outbound exhibit materials are handled.
Show management appointed company responsible for providing such services to exhibitors as drayage, exhibit furnishings, decorations, signage, utilities and labor for specific trade show or event. providing services to a trade show and/or its exhibitors.
Communicative and visual representations or illustrations – color, copy, art, photographs, translates, etc. – used to illustrate a booth theme or relay brand messaging.
A stenciled light which projects an image on to a wall or other surface.
A type of exhibit construction in which walls are made of a solid material, rather than fabric.
A sign or other structure across the top of an exhibit.
An exhibit that is constructed in a continuous line along an aisle.
An exhibit with aisles on all four sides.
Installation & Dismantle of an exhibit. Also known as Set-Up and Take-down.
A contractor hired by an exhibitor to perform trade show services independently of show management appointed contractors.
An exhibitor’s unauthorized use of floor space outside the leased booth area.
JIGGED CRATE
A special-purpose crate with hardware to secure exhibit properties in place to prevent shifting during shipment.
A person in charge of supervising and coordinating workers.
Contracted workers who perform services on the tradeshow floor.
Exhibit hall location where exhibitors may place orders for labor or check-in when ready to secure labor to begin the setup or dismantle of their booth.
The form used by exhibitors to order labor.
Teamster or electrician supervising a crew.
An enclosure with a surface illuminated from behind in order to be seen with high contrast.
A lot where trucks gather for an orderly departure to show site.
A cloth, tarp or fabric used to cover storage or other unsightly areas.
Material Handling Agreement. An agreement which lists items being shipped as well as the exhibitor’s designated carrier.
An exhibit constructed with interchangeable components designed to be set up in various arrangements and sizes.
The days or date specified by show management for beginning exhibit installation. Exhibitors may be assigned target dates and times for delivery of their freight to show site depending on the location of their booth in the exhibit hall; freight arriving before or after the specified date and time may be charged a penalty for being off target.
The days or date specified by show management for dismantling exhibits. Exhibitors may be assigned target dates and times for moving their freight out of the venue depending on the location of their booth in the exhibit hall; freight that isn’t ready for pickup, or if designate carrier fails to show, may be charged a penalty for being off target.
A document prepared by a shipper itemizing contents of shipment and including other information needed by the carrier.
The trade name for a type of hardboard with perforations at regular intervals. Usually used for hanging items.
An exhibit with aisles on three sides.
A linear booth that backs to a wall of the exhibit facility rather than another exhibit.
Aluminum framework from which drapes are hung to create a wall, divide a room or defined a space.
Short side panels joined perpendicular to the backwall.
A lightweight display unit designed for quick, simple assembly and easy transport.
A service that includes the emptying of wastebaskets in a booth at specific intervals during the show.
A pre-built booth that is ready for installation.
A carrier-assigned number used to designate a specific shipment.
Metal or insulated rubber tubing used to channel electrical wires.
A low wall used to divide exhibits.
The process of repairing or reconditioning an exhibit to extend its life span.
3D mock ups of an exhibit scaled to size with graphics placed in.
A complete booth package offered to exhibitors on a rental basis.
A skilled worker responsible for attaching signs, banners, truss and other equipment to ceiling of exhibit venue.
A state where no person can be denied the right to work because of membership or non-membership in a labor union.
A platform for people or materials.
Work performed on straight time.
A diagram in model form.
A display which uses the shipping case as an integral part of the exhibit.
The location at which exhibitors order services from show management.
Drawings which give detailed instructions for the installation of an exhibit.
Time specified for the closing of an exhibition and beginning of dismantling.
A company, contracted by show management, which is responsible for the labor, drayage, installation, decoration and dismantling of exhibits at the show.
The organizer and operator of an exposition.
The show management office at an exposition.
Process of wrapping loose items on pallet with transparent plastic wrapping.
A low divider wall, usually made out pipe and drape, used to divide one exhibit space from another.
PVC panel, same as Chydex, Chomatex, used in signs and displays.
Applies to exhibits shipments requiring extra labor, equipment, or time for delivery to exhibit space.
The act of erecting a booth for the purpose of previewing it prior to shipping to the event.
An individual or company retained by a general contractor to provide services.
An individual or company retained by a general contractor to provide services.
A date set by show management for the arrival of freight at a trade show. Usually shipments received before or after this date are assessed a penalty charge.
Are scaled/true to size, Illustrator or Photoshop formatted guides which are used to place graphics before production.
A form of billing in which a consumer is charged for labor costs (time) and materials.
Broadly used as the international term for an exposition.
Structural element hung above exhibit for the purpose of hanging lighting equipment to illuminate exhibit components.
Usually stand-alone exhibit elements that are taller than other parts of the exhibit.
A clear plastic sheeting that is placed over exhibit carpeting in order to protect it until the show opens. Visqueen also allows exhibit components to slide on top of it during setup, allowing you to align various exhibit components by pushing them into position.
A final check of the exhibit by the exhibit house before it is shipped to ensure it meets the requirements of the client. The client can also come in for a walkthrough.
A construction product used for panels which are temporary.
List of enclosed goods and shipping instructions, sent with material in transit.
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