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Trade Show Industry Terms

Thompson/Kerr Displays is proud to present the ninth in a series of informative article summaries from Nomadic Displays, makers of portable trade show displays.

"Trade Show Industry Terms" provides definitions to some of the industry's most frequently used terms.

A few examples of the terms and their definitions include:

  • Cam Lock - a locking device commonly used in custom construction
  • Drayage - term used for labor handling of exhibit materials from the freight carrier at the show location to the exhibitors' booth location within the show hall
  • Portable - term used to describe any booth that can be transported by a person without requiring a dolly, pallet jack, or forklift

Read the full Nomadic article for more details and additional terms: Trade Show Industry Terms. (opens in new window)

Next article: "International Exhibitors: Know Your Audience"

Series Archive:

Week 1:

Selecting the Right Trade Show

Week 2:

Getting the Most Out of Trade Show Services

Week 3:

Effective Ways to Cut Trade Show Costs

Week 4:

Techniques For Creating Show-Stopping Graphics

Week 5:

Creating Strong Presentations

Week 6:

Essential Components of Pre-Show Mailings

Week 7:

Use Giveaways Effectively and Leave a
Lasting Impression

Week 8:

Questions That Qualify Prospects

For more information about how we can provide you with the affordable services to create a trade show exhibit and marketing program that will capture attention and market share, call one of our experienced sales representatives at 317-915-1500 (toll free 800-580-8161), send us an email or submit the Contact Us form.