FAQs
Exhibition Stands: What is a 'Shell Scheme' and what does 'Space Only' mean?
When arranging to have a stand at a particular show, there is usually two price options offered in pounds-per-square-metre for each site.
A shell scheme will be the more expensive as it generally provides: walling on all closed sides, a fascia with nameplate on all open (isle) sides, a ceiling grid, carpet, an electrical outlet and some lighting. However, shell scheme walling can be of questionable quality and difficult to mount graphics on, and shell schemes tend to all look the same. You can of course cover the inside of the shell scheme with a modular system (pop-up or panel-and-pole), which gives a greater opportunity for individuality.
Space only will be cheaper per sq. mtr. but as the term implies, you are given just an area of floor on which to build your stand. Therefore you will have to provide everything yourself: buying the services (electricity etc.) in the quantities you'll require, arranging for build and breakdown yourself etc.
When arranging to have a stand at a particular show, there is usually two price options offered in pounds-per-square-metre for each site.
A shell scheme will be the more expensive as it generally provides: walling on all closed sides, a fascia with nameplate on all open (isle) sides, a ceiling grid, carpet, an electrical outlet and some lighting. However, shell scheme walling can be of questionable quality and difficult to mount graphics on, and shell schemes tend to all look the same. You can of course cover the inside of the shell scheme with a modular system (pop-up or panel-and-pole), which gives a greater opportunity for individuality.
Space only will be cheaper per sq. mtr. but as the term implies, you are given just an area of floor on which to build your stand. Therefore you will have to provide everything yourself: buying the services (electricity etc.) in the quantities you'll require, arranging for build and breakdown yourself etc.
Exhibition Stands: Should we have a modular system or a custom build?
Modular systems give the greatest flexibility for fitting many different sizes and shapes of space. They are also ideal for companies on a smaller budget or thinking of starting small and growing if exhibiting proves effective. However, modular systems tend to have a distinct 'look', making it harder to stand out from the crowd.
Custom built stands provide an almost limitless opportunity for individuality, to impress and woo visitors and to make a corporate statement. The very nature of custom built stands means they will always need to be built by a team of contractors, where most modular systems can be DIY. Therefore there will always be a cost for build and breakdown for each use of a custom build.
Modular systems give the greatest flexibility for fitting many different sizes and shapes of space. They are also ideal for companies on a smaller budget or thinking of starting small and growing if exhibiting proves effective. However, modular systems tend to have a distinct 'look', making it harder to stand out from the crowd.
Custom built stands provide an almost limitless opportunity for individuality, to impress and woo visitors and to make a corporate statement. The very nature of custom built stands means they will always need to be built by a team of contractors, where most modular systems can be DIY. Therefore there will always be a cost for build and breakdown for each use of a custom build.
Exhibition Stands: Can we re-use a custom built stand?
Yes. Custom builds can be designed in units and arranged and re-arranged for different sized spaces. By selecting robust, wipe-clean materials and the probable addition of extra bits and pieces for each different space, a custom built stand can be used with just refurbishment, build and breakdown and storage costs, for several years.
Yes. Custom builds can be designed in units and arranged and re-arranged for different sized spaces. By selecting robust, wipe-clean materials and the probable addition of extra bits and pieces for each different space, a custom built stand can be used with just refurbishment, build and breakdown and storage costs, for several years.
Exhibition Stands: What height can our stand be?
If you book a 'Shell Scheme', there will normally be a ceiling grid across the entire stand at 2.43mtrs from the floor, so an ideal height for panel's etc. is between 2.3mtrs. & 2.4mtrs.
If you book 'Space Only', the maximum you can build to is 6mtrs, usually 2 storey stands (Double Decker's), towers, flagpoles etc. However, for structures over 4mtr height, the Exhibition Organizer will require a full set of Structural Stability Calculations to be submitted with the plans before building permission will be given.
If you book a 'Shell Scheme', there will normally be a ceiling grid across the entire stand at 2.43mtrs from the floor, so an ideal height for panel's etc. is between 2.3mtrs. & 2.4mtrs.
If you book 'Space Only', the maximum you can build to is 6mtrs, usually 2 storey stands (Double Decker's), towers, flagpoles etc. However, for structures over 4mtr height, the Exhibition Organizer will require a full set of Structural Stability Calculations to be submitted with the plans before building permission will be given.
Exhibition Stands: Do we need to organize a carpet for our stand?
Shell schemes generally come with a carpet or carpet tiles, space only sites provide a concrete floor with the exhibitor being responsible for everything from the carpet up.
Shell schemes generally come with a carpet or carpet tiles, space only sites provide a concrete floor with the exhibitor being responsible for everything from the carpet up.
Exhibition Stands: How can we find the right exhibitions for our company and products?
Listings of most exhibitions, categorised by industry throughout the UK and the rest of the world, can be found in The Exhibition Bulletin, a monthly publication available in reference libraries or by subscription (Tel: 020 8846 2750). Also, a good listing for exhibitions and trade fairs in the UK can be found on www.exhibitions.co.uk.
Listings of most exhibitions, categorised by industry throughout the UK and the rest of the world, can be found in The Exhibition Bulletin, a monthly publication available in reference libraries or by subscription (Tel: 020 8846 2750). Also, a good listing for exhibitions and trade fairs in the UK can be found on www.exhibitions.co.uk.
Exhibition Stands: What are the major costs of exhibiting?
Generally costs can be broken down as follows:
Cost of booking space
Cost of exhibition stand
Cost of furniture hire
Cost of electricity/water & waste
Cost of catering
Cost of staffing stand
Cost of hotels & travel
Cost of advertising event, mailing invitations etc.
A fairly accurate estimate can be put against each of the above to give you an idea of the sort of budget you will need.
If you have a technical question or need to discuss a particular project please contact us.
Generally costs can be broken down as follows:
Cost of booking space
Cost of exhibition stand
Cost of furniture hire
Cost of electricity/water & waste
Cost of catering
Cost of staffing stand
Cost of hotels & travel
Cost of advertising event, mailing invitations etc.
A fairly accurate estimate can be put against each of the above to give you an idea of the sort of budget you will need.
If you have a technical question or need to discuss a particular project please contact us.
