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Free Display Stands? Not Quite, But Nearly...Free Display Stands? Not Quite, But Nearly... I thought I would write a post about all that is free from the Show Store. Although I would love to give away free display stands, we would go broke, but we do offer lots for free. I know myself when surfing...

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Free Exhibiting E Course - 20 Ways to Save MoneyFree Exhibiting E Course - 20 Ways to Save Money If organising your exhibition or event is a worrying thought then we have the answer... Organising a show or event for your business can be both a tedious and costly task, I know I have been there myself...

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Exhibitors Success Guides - Free With Every Stand Order.Exhibitors Success Guides - Free With Every Stand Order. At the Show Store we understand that there is a lot more than just the equipment to make a great exhibition stand or event. We have spent years dealing with exhibitors from all walks of life and have used...

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Roll Up Banner Stand Design - Need Help?Roll Up Banner Stand Design - Need Help? There are literally hundreds of roll up banner stand designs on the markets so how on earth do choose the best one for you? At the showstore like most other online stores you have numerous roll up banner...

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The Flexible World of A Pop Up Stand

Posted by Ben Chamberlain | Posted in Pop Up Stands | Posted on 06-07-2010

Tags: pop up banner, pop up displays, pop up exhibition, Pop Up Stands

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Pop up structures include the ability to join together utilizing ‘ghost’ panels. These are individual panels, exactly the same width as any other panel on the original stand but rather than being attached to the main frame, the graphic is actually utilized like a joining panel in between two individual structures. This gives the impression of one  continuous stand. This gives you lots of alternatives and great flexibility when you imagine the permutations that could be built. For instance, 2 curved stands may be combined, 1 facing the front and also 1 in reverse. This can build a snake like pop-up screen that will develop an easy in and out curve. This can also be twin sided should you decide make use of it as a focal point to your event.

It is possible to also create some different designs by combining pop-up frames at 90 degree angles to create displays that may fit completely into the corner within your event space.

Even though the majority of portable exhibition stands are 2.2m high, you can find taller stands out there that could offer extra visual presence for your exhibit without taking up any additional floor area. Pop Up stands can be purchased up to 3m high off the shelf and some companies offer a bespoke service so you could go higher, this is certain to stand out amongst displays which are almost all standard height. In addition , it offers you a lot more flexibility for the design because you are in possession of much more visible area to work with.

Whether or not you choose to utilize a basic sized pop-up screen or perhaps a distinctive bespoke stand, you will find several accessories that you just could apply to your display to make it more than simply a space to exhibit your graphics. You will discover show shelving that might be integrated into a display as well as literature shelves to display business pamphlets and booklets. Lighting is also important and is easily fitted to the stands.

No matter which pop up stand you purchase, the most important factor is that you use it well and create an exhibit that is astounding and represents your business perfectly.

Advantage Pop Up Stand – Is it Right for You?

Posted by Matt | Posted in Pop Up Stands | Posted on 30-06-2010

Tags: 3x3 advantage pop up stand, 3x4 advantage pop up stand, advantage pop up display stand, advantage pop up stand

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The Advantage Pop Up Stand is without a doubt our best selling pop up stand.

The Advantage comes as a kit and in two size configurations (3×3 and 3×4) and gives you everything you need to display your message at the best possible value. It comes complete with a case and lectern conversion kit, including fabric wrap and a beech counter-top.

This pop up system has a height of 2130mm and is perfect for exhibitions and comes complete with 5 beautifully printed graphics all ready to hang on the stand.

Finally to finish the stand off, it comes complete with two 150w lights that fix to the top of the stand.

The Advantage Pop Up Stand is our best-selling stand for a reason and don’t forget at The Show Store we offer a unique triple guarantee with all of our stands.

Click here to see our range – 3×3 Advantage Pop Up Stand3×4 Advantage Pop Up Stand

Still not sure? Then sign up to our Free Pop Up Stand Guide for a comprehensive explanation of what you need to know.

The Pop Up Stand with a Bit of a Curve – Introducing the L Shaped Pop Up Stand.

Posted by Helen Mills | Posted in New Products, Pop Up Stands, Product Reviews, Uncategorized | Posted on 02-02-2010

Tags: L Shaped Exhibition Stand, L Shaped Exhibition Wall, L Shaped Pop Up Stand, L shaped pop up stand 3x3, L shaped Stand

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For years in order to create a “L” Shaped Curved wall for a clients show or event I have had to mess around with two different pop up stands and join them with ghost panels. At last somebody has designed and made a ready curved pop up stand  – the L Shaped Pop Up Stand. HOOOOOOOORRRRRRRAAAAAAYYYYY!!!!

The L Shaped Pop Up Stand is just as easy to use as a normal pop up and is transported just the same but the advantage of this new type of stand is that it is just one unit therefore cheaper!!

I can honestly say I will over period of a trading year source and supply over 30 clients who request such a stand for their exhibition or event. The L shape allows them to create a two walled display and is nice and curved so creating a smooth finish. Also the L is a great room divider. I have used them before to create interview bays for an event with graphics the whole way around the unit. As mentioned before in order for me to create the shape previously it would need two pop up stands plus extra ghost panels to join the two together and this could, dependant on size and make be a costly exercise.The price of the L shaped Pop Up Stand is about the same as a normal pop up stand!

The Show Store supplies the L shaped Pop Up Stand and it comes complete with full colour graphics. Just like the Supremacy Pop Up the transit case and lights have to be purchased separately – so be aware! The Stand comes in 3 sizes – 3×3, 3×4 or 3×5 and don’t forget they can be linked together just like any other pop up stand to create some weird and wonderful shapes.

If you would like more information please click the link for full details – L Shaped Pop Up Stand.

Cheaper Alternative to a New Stand – The Replacement Graphic!!

Posted by Helen Mills | Posted in Advertising Tips, Banner Stands, Exhibition Tips, Marketing Tips, Need to Know, New Products, Pop Up Stands | Posted on 09-12-2009

Tags: banner stand replacement graphic, pop up stand replacement graphic, replacement graphic, replacement graphics, roll up banner stand replacement graphic

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Not a lot of people, believe it or not, think about replacing the graphics on their existing stands. I have had numerous enquiries for new hardware when a simple replacement graphic would suffice. Also I have found having a second lot of graphics is a great (cheap) way to test a marketing idea, especially if you have a pop up stand.

I have in the past had a client (who will remain nameless) take 3 sets of graphics with him to a show and each day had a swap around to test which concept worked the best with potential clients. As he pointed out it worked out much cheaper buying the extra sets of pop up stand graphics than paying to attend 2 more exhibitions to test his theory – good point well made!!

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Most people though have a change of logo, or the images are looking tired and out dated or they want to promote a different product………these guys can just replace the graphic easily and save money!

When looking around for people to replace the graphic make sure they are able to do so.  Sounds daft but some companies will only produce a graphic for the systems they have in stock. Also if you are looking to replace a graphic on a banner stand my advice is to send the whole unit back and get them to do it for you. Most banner stands work on a tension basis and if you don’t do it properly then you can get into all sorts of bother.

The Showstore, although always offered the service, have put a new catergory on their on-line store for replacement graphics.  They will produce graphics for any type of stand (pop up stand, pop up banner stand, roll up banner stand etc), whether they stock it or not. You must be aware though if it is a stand they don’t normally stock there may be a small extra charge if they need to source special materials in order to complete the job (this will be in a minority of cases!!).

Click the link to view their prices – Replacement Graphics.

Back to Front Pop Up Stands? Did I just say that?

Posted by Ben Chamberlain | Posted in Advertising Tips, Branding Tips, Exhibition Tips, Pop Up Stands | Posted on 24-11-2009

Tags: alternative pop up stands, back to front pop up stands, clever pop up stand design

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Some simple facts for you:

  1. We love pop up stands.
  2. Our customers love pop up stands.
  3. 90% of our sales are for curved pop up stands.
  4. 90% of those sales have their graphics on the inside curve of the stand.

Now with that said, it might make sense to have the graphics to the inside of the stand as it means that the unit can be fitted into corners more easily, however….

That's right it's back to front!

That's right it's back to front!

as you can see from the example above when the graphics are applied to the outside of the pop up stand – it does give it an individual look, don’t you think? Perhaps even distinguished?…ok I’m going a bit to far!

As ever we’re here to help you “Think outside the box!”

Bye for now.

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