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Choosing a Portable Trade Show Display

Friday, November 27, 2009 posted by Cathy

Portable Trade Show Displays

When it is time to purchase a new portable unit for your trade show display, it is important to remember that these items are investments. For that reason, it is not always a matter of choosing the most inexpensive one that you can find. It is important that it actually fills the specific needs of your trade show display. One of the most important needs is that the portable unit can effectively market your products, your services and your company. Since you are already making an investment in booth space, shipping and travel, it is important to make a reasonable investment in your display.

The quality of a portable unit is one of the most important features to look at. Promotional tables are usually the most efficient form of portable trade show display units. Promotional tables are made of a variety of different materials, ranging from plastic to aluminum. Aluminum promotional tables are nice because they are very durable while also being incredibly lightweight. The size of a promotional table to purchase is another important thing to keep in mind. If your company usually only purchases a small booth space, then it may be ideal to invest in a smaller portable unit so that it does not overwhelm your booth space.

Custom graphics are an essential part of portable trade show displays. You want to be able to have your company’s name and logo displayed on the portable unit, as well as any other graphics you deem suitable, and you want these to be added to the unit without excessive additional costs. It is good to consult with the company that you intend to purchase the portable unit from about where custom graphics can be located on the unit, the format for images and the cost per image or per portable unit.

One of the best ways to find out about the durability or usefulness of a particular portable unit is to ask some people who already own them. At your next trade show, why not take the time to ask around. You will no doubt glean some very useful information. For example, quick set up and dismantle are very important if the unit is going to truly be useful and the best way to find out information about this is to ask someone who has to set it up and dismantle it on a regular basis. You also may be able to get cost information about possible maintenance issues you may not have been able to find out about otherwise.

Many exhibitors are happy to share their experiences with different portable display units and you will likely learn much from their recommendations that can benefit you in the selection process.. If it is time to purchase a new portable unit for your trade show display, remember it is an investment and it should be viewed that way. Make sure to choose a high quality portable unit that provides the features you need to successfully run your trade show display booth.

Numart Display
2560 Corporate Pl. #D107
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(323) 265-2602