Scott-Beir, LLC offers the OPUS system, a versatile modular exhibit system for all types of exhibits, from 10-foot inline to 40-foot island. There are 30 different panel sizes in either laminate or glass, cabinet frames and doors, full size doors, ceiling panels, trusses and various lighting options to make a Scott-Beier OPUS display truly unique. For more information, contact Scott-Beir, LLC, 720 Industrial Drive, Unit 104, Cary, IL 60013; (Tel) 847-516-0524, (Fax) 847-516-0533; (Web Site) www.scottbeir.com.
The former management and employees of Heritage Exhibits of St. Paul, MN, have announced the formation of a new company to be known as CenterPoint. An investment group led by the former management of Heritage Exhibits has acquired key assets and are now operating in the same 250,000 sq. ft. facility. The account management, strategic and creative group and production employees from Heritage have been hired by CenterPoint. “We are excited about the opportunity to bring integrated trade show and event solutions to current and future clients,” said Joel Turunen, CenterPoint President. For further information, contact CenterPoint, 375 Rivertown Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125; (Tel) 651-578-3628, (Web) www.centpoint.com.
Showcasing Mrs. Smith’s premium frozen cream pies, including new Moose Tracks, this 16-ft. tag-along concession trailer will travel to grocery store chains to encourage consumer trial and promote awareness of the new product. Mobility Resource Associates, a St. Clair Shores, MI-based mobile marketing firm, in conjunction with Mrs. Smith’s agency, Rountree Group, developed this 8-week sampling tour.
The new Alti-Mate connecting system has applications for displays and exhibits. Alti-Mate is a versatile connector designed to be used with one inch square tubing at 90 degree segments or various angles using adjustable end joints. Using the universal end joint, the user can connect from two to five tubes at once. For more information, contact Alti-Mate, 2906 Jenny Jae Lane, Crystal Lake, IL 60012; (Tel) 815-788-8622, (Fax) 815-788-8629.
Testrite Instrument Co. offers the Domino Frame System for portable exhibit applications. The system features panels that are 24" x 36" and Headers that are 12" x 24". The framing has a matte black finish. The system features aluminum alloy construction. It assembles in 2 minutes without tools. For more information contact Testrite Instrument Co., 135 Monroe Street, Newark, NJ 07105; (Tel) 973-589-6767, (Fax) 973-589-4196, (Web Site) www.testrite.com.
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Minds i Group, LLC has been formed as a Salt Lake City, UT-based designer and manufacturer of marketing display solutions and the parent company of Exhibit Center to facilitate the growth of the specialized offerings of the company.
“We felt it was time to redefine the focus of our services and create a company that fulfilled our new expanded direction while maintaining the strong image and services of Exhibit Center,” said Chris Hatch, President of Minds i Group. “Exhibit Center was doing more than exhibits and we wanted to maintain the expertise of that company and create another company that included Exhibit Center under its umbrella, but also allowed us to excel in other areas.” Minds i Group provides complete marketing display solutions and also specializes in tradeshow strategies, pre-show research and multimedia presentations.
Figra North America has introduced two products to its line of quality, low cost, transportable banner stands. The new Visual Tower is a circular banner stand and Visual Curv is curved. Other displays include Visual Stand, Visual XPO, Visual Mate and the Company’s roll up display, Visual Reel. For more information, contact Figra North America, 89 West Road, Londonderry, NH 03053; (Tel) 866-344-7262, (Fax) 603-432-5622, (Web) www.figra.com.
Some 47% of organizations will increase the use of events as a marketing medium in 2003-04 signaling the importance of doing business face- to-face, according to a report released by The George P. Johnson Company and the MPI Foundation. Among the study’s key findings was the fact that 47% of surveyed companies expect events to increase in importance -- compared with just 40% projecting greater importance last year. Also notable, events were ranked on par with advertising and direct marketing when it comes to return on investment (ROI).
Expand Systems offers the Expand PodiumBox, a podium and transport box all in one. The PodiumBox serves as an attractive podium with custom graphics during a trade show, and than after the show, it can carry both graphics and accessories. The PodiumBox features a sturdy wood top. It is available in different sizes. For more information, contact Expand Systems, 300 Long Beach Blvd, Stratford, CT 06615; (Tel) 203-870-2030, (Fax) 203-870-2034, (Web Site) www.expandmedia.com.
TPR Enterprises, Ltd. manufactures the most complete and versatile fiber optic lighting product line for the exhibit and display industries. Available are point source, side glow, lenses, light sources, simulated neon, curtains and signs. The Company also provides complete design and engineering services. For more information, contact TPR Enterprises, Ltd., 644 Fayette Avenue, Mamaroneck, NY 10543; (Tel) 914-698-1141, (Fax) 914-698-9419, (Web Site) www.tprlights.com.
Sony Corp. of America has unveiled an entire floor of new interactive exhibits in the Sony Wonder Technology Lab, the free public museum located at the Sony building in New York City. The exhibits have been designed as interactive tools to help young visitors better understand the importance of communications technology. The Sony Wonder Technology Lab occupies four floors and 14,000 sq. ft. in the atrium of the Sony Building. Second Floor Exhibits include: Wonder of Games, Music and Digital Entertainment, History Of Interactive Games, In The Game, The GameBuilder Exhibit, Wonder Of Music, and Moviemaker. An Atrium Window Projection, a large scale dynamic projection features video from the Wonder of Imagination.
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Clearr Corp. offers the TRIOLA, a motion sign with a “wave effect” that smoothly transforms three successive images. TRIOLA optimizes advertising space and increases visual impact. The blades are easily replaced to change graphics. The outer frame may be customized for corporate identity. A wide range of sizes is available. For more information, contact Clearr Corp., 6325 Sandburg Road, Minneapolis, MN 55427; (Tel) 763-398-5400, (Fax) 763-398-0134; (Web Site) www.clearrcorp.com.
Sultan Chemists, a dental supply company used this exhibit to help convey a high-tech image. Sixteen-foot pillars ascend vertically with 5 ft. wide rotating headers spinning freely on top. Columns are attached together via slender headers that sport oval logos in brushed copper logos. Custom workstations topped with high-tech shelving systems move on casters. This exhibit was created for Sultan Chemists by Iver Display Systems, 110 Pennsylvania Ave., Bangor, PA 18013; (Tel) 610-588-7255, (Fax) 610-588-5394; (Web Site) www.iver.com.
VirTra Systems, Dallas, TX, has produced a new promotional virtual reality experience for Red Baron Pizza’s museum project in Marshall, MN. The Red Baron Museum, which will open in the first quarter of 2004, will commemorate the 25th anniversary of Red Baron’s Stearman Squadron bi-plane aerobatic team. Located adjacent to the squadron’s hanger, the museum will use VirTra Systems’ newly enhanced, high-definition virtual reality to develop a destination experience.
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