Backdrop Background

Backdrop Background

So we’ve rented a 10 ‘space at a trade show, and now you want to create an interesting and professional looking background graphic. At this point most people who know something about the show displays will opt for a “screen pop”. But despite the popularity of “standard” popup shows, there are other alternatives you might consider.

Here is a brief introduction to 3 different methods to create a background graphic to show your display area.

1. Standard PopUp Display

Standard popup displays are very popular. Usually come in 8 ‘or 10′ wide and are approximately 8 ‘tall. It is very likely to see a graphic display pop behind the podium at most conventions, special events or announcements. Especially if it is a short term event or a series of ads that move around from one place to another.

The folding table of a popup display is normally done by either tube or fiberglass aluminum. The frame is covered with panels – either velcro-ready panels of fabric, print or graphics. Graphic panels are made of a material such as Lexan which are particularly Duralex printed panels which are then laminated or coated for protection.

Before the frame is made of “popup” that comes folded down to a unit approximately 8 “square by 30″ wide. When deployed, the table “appears” to a skeleton approximately 8 (or 10 ‘) wide usually) about 8′ tall. This general framework, weighs about 15 pounds. and is stable enough to sit on the floor without any anchoring or external support.

The panels that cover the frame are 30 “wide by 8 ‘high. Normally adhered to the structure by means of magnetic strips applied to their rear surface. Once the panels are applied to the display structure further gains stability. When taken out of context, the panels are flexible enough to be rolled so fit in the box of light transport. Transportation also serves as a shipping case.

2. Fabric Wall Displays

The fabric screen represents an evolution of the popup. It uses the same type of folding frame as the standard popup screen. However, they do not need more graphic panels, or a mechanism to add to the structure.

Instead, the fabric of the screen comes with a specially printed fabric graphic already attached to the frame. So all you have to do is take the output of the transport unit and pull it, so it is fully deployed. The brightly printed durable fabric stretches as it develops smoothly.

This is almost as easy as it gets.

Emerging as the standard screens, fabric screens are available in 8 ‘and 10′ wide. But you can also buy narrower than 4 ‘wide that can be used instead of the current flag.

This super-portable billboard bag knocks down into a nylon duffel for easy transport. Perfect for new product introductions, marketing events, lobby signs, virtually anywhere you need to make a big statement. Is usually printed with a process called dye-sublimation where the color is transferred right into the fabric. That makes them highly resistant to stains and abrasion and guarantees that retain their striking appearance for several years.

3. Banner vinyl backdrop

The backdrop for Banner Vinyl is a low cost solution for creating a wall chart on the back of his space at the fair. It consists of an adjustable tubular frame that telescopes from between 3 ‘and 8′ wide and between 4 ‘and 8′ high. Larger frames can be purchased, but the 8 ‘x 8′ (fully extended) is the most popular model.

A vinyl banner, full color is mounted on the frame with pole pockets top and bottom, and the frame sits on the floor. To facilitate handling and shipping, large vinyl banner is produced in 4 ‘wide and the assembly held together with a product called “mag-edge.” In other words, the two edges in the center is held together by magnets – a solution that works surprisingly well.

Although this system is a bit harder to assemble than a fabric popup, only about half the cost.

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