ExpoStar Displays and Graphics of Wilmington, NC, a leading manufacturer of portable tradeshow displays, is bringing its companies and product groups together under one flagship company name: EXPOGO. EXPOGO will provide an umbrella organization for all ExpoStar’s products and services including ExpoStar Displays, Prezenta Presentation Products and ArchiForm Sign Systems, said company President Tom Carter. “This will allow the company to streamline its corporate identity, while providing our customers with one firm to turn to for their presentation and exhibit needs,” Carter said.
Banner Stands To-Go has introduced The HopUp. With its extra strengthened frame, the HopUp is designed to support and suspend a large fabric image, that can remain attached and fold away with the frame giving a fast “pack-away” time and even faster assembly time. For more information, contact Banner Stands To-Go, 4815 Kelman Street, Dallas, TX 75214; (Tel) 214-215-0430, (Web site) www.bannerstandstogo.com.
Samsung Telecommunications recently created a multi-sensory experience at the annual CTIA Wireless show in Las Vegas. In Samsung’s 7,200 sq. ft. exhibit, the company created an experiential guided tour, ‘The Samsung Experience’, a simulated journey into the future of wireless. Outside the show, Samsung made history with a record- breaking 55,000 sq. ft. wrap of the Stardust Casino. The wrap, which promoted Samsung’s a900 and t809 phones, is one of the largest outdoor advertisements in Las Vegas’ history.
The Trade Group has introduced the Metalli modular exhibit line. Metalli components work just as well in a 20x30' island as in a 10' inline. Metalli uses extruded aluminum poles as the basic connection system rather than traditional panel systems. Metalli features four primary designs, available in three standard sizes. For more information, contact The Trade Group, 1434 Patton Place, Carrollton, TX 75007; (Tel) 214-343-2000, (Web Site) www.tradegroup.com.
Exhibit Exchange, a designer and developer of component-based trade show exhibits, was selected by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) to produce the Michigan Pavilion at the Biotechnology Industry Organization’s Annual International Convention in Chicago. The Michigan Pavilion presents the state's Science and Technology Initiative, Core Technology Alliance, 21st Century Jobs Fund and Business Smart Zone programs, assembled under the banner “Economic Development Partnership.” Said Mark Kiely, owner of Exhibit Exchange. “By utilizing our component-based exhibit systems, we were able to create an effective presentation environment for MEDC’s constituent exhibitors. Our innovative rental programming made these premium exhibit properties affordable.”
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Cyclonix, a creator of dynamic face-to-face sales and marketing environments, has been launched as a new full-service exhibit design, fabrication and management firm. Cyclonix was founded by industry veterans Marty McGreevy, Warren Lopez, Tim Leonard and Rick Baker. Cyclonix is occupying a 60,000 square foot facility located at 140 San Pedro Avenue, Ste. 110, Morgan Hill, CA; (Tel) 800-470-0062.
WalkUp Systems has developed the Consumer Show Ticketing System that allows show entry tickets to be sold through mobile ticketing kiosks. The high tech ticketing platforms streamline the ticket purchase process and provide a unique point-of-entry vehicle for marketers to deliver brand messages via multiple 42" plasma video screens and signage all connecting to ticket-back promotions. The devices are portable, measuring 6'x4' and 9'x3'. For more information about WalkUp Systems, call (203) 255-0034, or visit www.iWalkUp.com.
The South Carolina Department of Commerce exhibited at the 2006 Society Of Automotive Engineers (SAE) World Congress in Detroit. The exhibit booth, designed to inform auto manufacturers of the benefits of locating in South Carolina, featured the state’s cutting edge research initiatives.
Outwater Plastics has introduced Showcase and Signage Standoffs. These Standoffs Enable an infinite number of interior and exterior display mounting options for permanent and freestanding displays and signage. Comprising Solid Brass construction finished in polished or matte chrome, the Standoffs are available in numerous lengths and diameters. For more information, contact Outwater Plastics Industries, 24 River Road, Bogota, NJ 07603; (Tel) 888-772-1400, 201-498-8750, (Fax) 201-498-8751; (Web Site) www.Outwater.com.
Outwater Plastics Industries Inc.
ExpoDisplays recently produced a custom exhibit for Axcan Pharma, an international pharmaceutical company. In this 40' x 50' exhibit, a 'high tech look,' along with an open and inviting floor plan, let attendees flow from one area to the next with ease. It was equipped with large format graphics, workstations, an area for refreshments and an area for live presentations. ExpoDisplays is a full-service exhibit house located in Birmingham, AL.
Showcraft offers the tresPod Interactive Marketing Kiosk. The kiosk design allows for multiple graphic options and conceals power cords while accommodating telephone, Internet and computer connections. The fabric vanity panel with optional dye sublimation graphic paired with the thermo-foil header and base also creates a unique design. For more information, contact Showcraft, 1357 Larc Industrial Blvd., Burnsville, MN 55337; (Tel) 800-886-0634, (Web) www.showcraft.com.
Super Color Digital has introduced FabriFrame, a new way to display grand format signage. FabriFrame signs are soft, stretch fabric pulled tight over a lightweight aluminum frame that can be custom designed in almost any three dimensional shape. For more information on FabriFrame, contact Super Color Digital, 16761 Hale Ave., Irvine, CA 92606; (Tel) 949-622-0010; (Web Site) www.supercolor.com.
Bosch Appliances, known as a leader in producing environmentally friendly appliances, is sponsoring the National Building Museum's exhibition, The Green House: New Directions in Sustainable Architecture and Design. The Green House, which will run at the National Building Museum in Washington D.C., will be a ground-breaking 7,000 sq. ft. exhibition examining the latest in sustainable home building technology, including building materials, appliances, and energy systems. A full-scale house will demonstrate the benefits of adopting a “whole building” approach to green design. The model pre-fabricated Glidehouse is outfitted with high-efficiency Bosch products including a quiet dishwasher, front loading washer and dryer and convection range to show visitors the spectrum of green appliance choices available today.
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