Trade Show Regulations
Every trade show venue has its own unique
set of regulations. Larger convention centers have extremely strict
regulations to prevent large scale disasters like fires and explosions,
but even smaller trade shows will usually regulate the size of your
booth, your shipping crate/case, and what kind of display lights you can use.
Before you attend your next trade show or convention, be sure to check
the regulations for the particular show that you are going to attend,
and make sure your trade show display meets the guidelines.
Tools Needed to Assemble your Booth
Before you leave for your trade show,
you need to be sure that you have all the tools that you need to properly
assemble your booth at the show. There is no feeling more heartbreaking
than arriving at the show without the proper equipment. Often you can
borrow tooling from neighboring exhibitors in a crunch, but you should
definitely plan on remembering to bring your own tools.
Plan for the Worst in Shipping
Whether you use FedEx, UPS, DHL, USPS,
or any trucking company, chances are good that your package will not
be treated with the care you expect. Trade show display cases are bulky
and awkward to handle, and are easily damaged in shipping, so be sure
you have a backup plan in place in case your booth does not arrive
in perfect condition. Any components that are absolutely necessary
should be carefully packaged, and backup parts should be taken along.
Remember to plan for the worst and your show will go off without a
hitch.
