Timken Co., a leading manufacturer of bearings and alloy steels, required three large, walk-through displays for its Centennial commemoration. Three displays were created by Downing Displays, Copley, OH. Two displays measure 60’ x 90’ and another is 120’ x 120’. Each includes products, memorabilia and more than 400 photos and graphic images. Large panels featuring a collage of images from different eras in the Company’s 100-year history are intertwined with a display of memorabilia from the Company’s archives. A centerpiece of the display is a large bearing-shaped module with realistic-looking rollers that contain images representing each market segment Timken serves. To emphasize its international presence, kiosks show Timken associates and facilities from around the world and a large global graphic at the rear of the display includes the flags of the 25 countries in which Timken has facilities. The three displays will be traveling separately throughout the world.
The Jack Morton Co., New York City, has acquired Denby Associates, a NJ-based exhibit firm. Bill Morton, Chairman and CEO of Jack Morton said "By joining forces with one of the leaders in the industry, we can now pair our best-in-class strategic and creative thinking with Denby’s skillful implementation to deliver brand messages in any environment." Jack Morton also announced that it has opened a Dallas, TX office. Laura Kalapinski will lead the operation as General Manager.
ExpoDisplay offers Quantum, a lightweight, full height modular panel system, designed with the custom display user in mind. Panels can be customized in a variety of finishes, sizes and configurations. Custom options such as counters, headers, bridges, cutouts, podiums, and towers are available. These custom units pack easily into a variety of custom wheeled shipping cases. For more information, contact ExpoDisplay, 3203 Queen Palm Drive, Tampa, FL 33619; (Tel) 813-623-2402, (Fax) 813-621-7904, (Web) www.ExpoDisplay.com.
WB Inc., a Boston, MA-based exhibit firm, has named Chris Donovan as Director of Sales, Marketing and Business Development. Most recently, Donovan was Director of In The Wings, Inc., an exhibition and event marketing company.
Research Triangle Institute is introducing ExhibitAR, an interactive kiosk that provides electronic staffing for tradeshows and other promotional events. ExhibitAR uses a new RTI technology, AVATALK, that enables interactive, spoken dialog with a virtual human. ExhibitAR features male and female virtual humans who talk with and respond to kiosk visitors with informative and enjoyable spoken dialog. ExhibitAR also gathers information from visitors, such as their immediate response to the product and the length of time they spend at the kiosk. At the end of the show, a report on the number of intercepts and visitors’ perceptions is provided. For more information, contact Research Triangle Institute, P.O. Box 12194, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-2194; (Tel) 919-541-5960.
Cyclonics, Inc., a Medina, OH-based exhibit firm has expanded its West Coast operations to serve its Bay Area and Silicon Valley client base, announced Martin McGreevy, President. Steven Tsutsumi was appointed General Manager of Cyclonics’ new sales, service and design operations now based in Morgan Hill, 10 miles south of San Jose. McGreevy also announced the addition of Leticia Cossar and Annie Tsim as Account Executives.
Characters Unlimited, Inc., offers life-sized, life-like, animated and talking, people, birds, animals, etc. for trade show exhibits and special promotions. Voice activated talking characters react to recorded messages or a wireless microphone system. For more information, contact Characters Unlimited, Inc., 709 Foothill Court, Boulder City, NV 89005 (Tel) 702-294-0563 (Fax) 702-294-2387, (Web) www.accessnv.com/characters
AGI Design & Production Studio is a diverse graphic design studio concentrating on in-house production of tradeshow graphics. Its services include inkjet outputs, vinyl lettering, banners,and screen printing as well as custom 3D cut foam logo creations at dimensions up to 24" deep × 4" × 8". For more information, contact AGI, PO Box 464, Manchaug, MA 01526, (Tel) 800-432-8899, (Fax) 508-476-3282, (Web) www.agidesign.com.
AIRSTAR, manufacturers of halogen illuminated balloons for both indoor and outdoor applications, has added a new product line called Crystal, ideal for trade show applications. The Crystal is especially ideal for venues where helium is not convenient. The 3, 4 or 4.8 foot in diameter Crystal illuminating balloons have an internal fan to keep the balloons inflated with air. The light source comes from a powerful 500, 1,000, or 2,000 watt halogen lamp or a 700 or 1,200 watt HMI lamp. Crystal balloons, which can be custom decorated with logos, provide soft and uniform lighting, illuminating an area between 1,000 and 22,000 sq. ft. For more information, contact AIRSTAR AMERICA, 3370 San Fernando Road, Los Angeles, CA 90065; (Tel) 800-217-9001, (Fax) 323-344-1563.
Abex Display Systems offers the Abex QuickConnect, available in laminate and fabric finishes, for portable display applications. The lightweight aluminum frame with high density in-fill and laminate counters is inexpensive to transport and requires only one person for set-up. The standard 10’ QuickConnect converts easily to a tabletop display. Abex’s accessory options include slatwall, backlit headers, lightboxes and special counters. For more information, contact Abex Display Systems, 7101 Fair Ave. North Hollywood, CA 91605, (Tel) 818-764-5126, 800-537-0231, (Fax) 818-503-9955 (Web Site) www.abex.com.
PC Photo Imaging specializes in photographic and digital displays for all types of exhibit, display and promotional applications. It can mount prints and transparencies to a large variety of substrates and display systems. Crating and distribution services are also available. For more information, contact P.C. Photo Imaging, 25595 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak, MI 48067, (Tel) 248-545-3800, (Fax) 248-541-3676 (Toll Free) 800-794-8564, (E-mail) pcphoto@wwnet.com, (Web Site) www.pcphotoimaging.com.
Booth Management Assistants offers the unique table top display, the Model "TT." The system is designed to be simple; it sets up in just 2 minutes, and weighs just 20 lbs., including the case. It is available with Velcro Fabric or laminated photo panels. Slatwall panels are also available. For more information, contact Booth Management Assistants, 3588 West 1820 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84104, (Tel) 801-972-0202 (Fax) 801-972-4397
Foga Systems has developed the Foga Sign which allows quick graphic changes. It is assembled Foga’s aluminum profiles and connectors using only an Allen wrench. The Foga Sign accommodates many different graphic sizes and visual height requirements and is sturdy, yet lightweight. For more information, contact Foga Systems, 800 Del Norte Blvd., Oxnard, CA 93030, (Tel) 800-488-FOGA, (Fax) 805-988-1254.
The Godfrey Group Inc., has introduced the JiffyScreen for exhibit graphics. Graphics are rolled inside the stand base to extend and retract in an instant. At about 10 lbs the JiffyScreen packs away neatly in a canvas tote bag. The JiffyScreen accepts paper, vinyl and fabric graphics. Screens can be used separately as a presentation graphic or grouped for a custom mural exhibit. For more information, contact The Godfrey Group, P.O. Box 90008, Raleigh, NC 27675; (Tel.) 919-544-6504, (Fax) 919-544-6729.
Showtime Enterprises, Inc.,a Paulsboro, NJ-headquartered display and exhibit firm, has opened a 50,000 sq. ft. west coast operation in Las Vegas, NV. The facility will provide design, manufacturing and storage services. "We recognized the need to open a West Coast operation to increase coverage and provide better service," said David Sudjian, President, Showtime Enterprises. George Nikols, previously division manager in the Chicago office of Creative Management Services has been named V.P. and General Manager of the new office.
Catalyst Exhibit Rental, Inc. has been founded in response to the need for affordable, show specific exhibit solutions, according to Principals Paul Stahlberg and Tim Roberts. Roberts was formerly V.P. Business Development, Contempo Design, and Stahlberg was V.P., Creative Services, at Contempo Design. Catalyst Exhibit Rental is located at 600 Industrial Drive, Cary, IL 60013; (Tel) 847-462-1550, (Fax) 847-462-1589.
DisplayWorks, Irvine, CA, has added Lyn Papile and Roland Claudio to its sales staff. Papile started her career in exhibit sales with ExhibitGroup/Giltspur/San Francisco. Prior to joining DisplayWorks, Claudio was a Managing Partner of Pacific Design & Display, Torrance, CA.
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