Freight
How
do I ship my portable trade show booth?
Most
of the shipping cases for todays portable trade
show display booths are designed to ship via
UPS or FedEx type service. These are usually
the most economical methods available. Whenever
possible select ground shipping options as these
are far less expensive than air or next day
services. UPS and FedEx both guarantee delivery
with their ground services. Most packages can
be delievered within 1 to 5 business days. Make
sure you get the tracking number for your packages.
If you are shipping to the advance warehouse
for your show, UPS or FedEx ground service is
a great way to go.
How
do I ship a large modular or custom trade show
display booth?
If
you are shipping trade show booth materials
that weigh more than 150 lbs. it is recommended
that you select a dedicated trade show freight
carrier. There are two basic types of carriers
that can handle this type of trade show freight.
The first is one of the major commom carriers.
These carriers often provide the best price,
but their service is not very personal and they
often are not the best for deliveries direct
to the show site. The other major type is a
freight forwarder. These companies provide hands-on
tracking service and a personal touch. When
you are shipping directly to a show site and
time is critical, we recommend you use this
type of trade show freight carrier. The extra
dollars will be well worth it.
How
much should I insure my shipment for?
When
shipping a valuable trade show display. It is
wise to insure your freight against damage or
loss. You will be asked to list a insured value
for your booth. When selecting this number think
about the most likely scenarios for damage occuring
to your booth. It is unlikely that your trade
show display will be completely destroyed, so
you might want to think twice about insuring
it for the full amount.
When
should I ship my trade show display?
Always
plan ahead. Most trade show exhibitors don't
realize how much more expedited freight will
cost. If you wait for the last minute to ship,
your costs will more than double. Plan ahead
so you can ship your booth via ground or 3-5
day service. It is only an extra day or two,
but the savings will help you spend money on
your business not your trade show freight.
How
should I pack my trade show display?
Make
sure that your trade show display is packed
correctly. Most shipping damage occurs when
pieces are loose or have not be wrapped probably.
Packing materials and bubble wrap will go a
long way in protecting your valuable trade show
display.
