Prospective Exhibitor FAQs
Where is the contract for booth space?
How can I view the floorplan?
How much is booth space?
What is included in my booth rental fee?
Who's exhibiting at PCBC 2012?
Booth Setup FAQs
What rules and regulations do I need to be aware of as an exhibitor at PCBC?
What are the height restrictions for my booth display?
Can I hang a sign above my booth?
How do I order furniture, electrical, lead retrieval and miscellaneous services/items for my booth?
When can we move into our booth?
Are Champion Exposition Services & the union the same thing?
What is the Marshaling Yard and why do I have to go there?
I have my own dolly/hand truck, can I use them?
Can I setup my own booth?
When do I have to be set up by?
Miscellaneous Booth Setup FAQ
What is the company listing and product category and how can I make sure my company has one?
How many exhibitor badges can I get for my company?
What is the Free Pass Program?
What should I do if I have questions or concerns onsite?
What is PCBC’s policy about children at the show?
How can I get a list of reporters covering PCBC2012?
How can I post my company’s press releases on the PCBC Web site?
Do I have to submit proof of insurance to exhibit?
Prospective Exhibitor FAQ
Where is the contract for booth space?
To get booth space for the PCBC show, you must fill out and submit an online contract.
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How can I view the floorplan?
To see available booths, view the North hall floorplan. All the shaded booths have been taken. By scrolling over a booth with your mouse, the size and company in the booth will pop up.
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How much is booth space?
Booth space for PCBC 2012 is $36 a sq.ft.
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What is included in my booth rental fee?
Contracted booth space includes your back and side pipe and drape, a booth identification sign and other benefits listed here.
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Who's exhibiting in PCBC 2012?
To view a list of 2012 exhibitors click here.
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Booth Setup FAQs
What rules and regulations do I need to be aware of as an exhibitor at PCBC?
The rules and regulations for exhibitors can be found under the 'become an exhibitor' header on the PCBC website or by clicking here.
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What are the height restrictions for my booth display?
The size and location of your booth will determine the height limitations for your booth. There are different guidelines that must be adhered to and it is the responsibility of the exhibitor to know these restrictions prior to planning your booth design. To learn more about the requirements for your booth space click on the appropriate link below.
Standard In-line Booth
Perimeter Wall Booth
Peninsula Booth
Island Booth
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Can I hang a sign above my booth?
Just as there are limitations for the structure of your booth, there are specific requirements that may or may not permit you to hang a sign above your booth. In most cases, if you have an 20x20 or larger island booth space, you are permitted to hang a sign; whereas, if you are located in an inline booth you cannot. However, there are specific details outlined in the Online Exhibitor Service Kit, that will help you to understand what category you fall under.
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How do I order furniture, electrical, lead retrieval and miscellaneous services/items for my booth?
All of these questions are clearly outlined for you in your Online Exhibitor Service Kit.
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When can we move into our booth?
The exhibit hall is broken down into target zones, which consist of specific windows of time for check-in at the Marshaling Yard and unloading at Moscone Convention Center. The zones are derived from booth size and location and will be available in the Online Exhibitor Service Kit late March.
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Are Champion Exposition Services & the union the same thing?
They are not the same. Champion is PCBC’s choice as a major service contractor that provides the show and its exhibitors all necessary decorating and labor services. Champion is required to adhere to all union labor laws and hires accordingly from the appropriate local unions. Champion does not mandate the union rules and regulations rather they are inclined to enforce them as any other service contractor would be.
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What is the Marshaling Yard and why do I have to go there?
All “direct shipments” (meaning any materials to be used in constructing and/or promotion in your booth that are being delivered direct to the convention center rather than shipped in advance to the warehouse) must go through the Marshaling Yard. The Marshaling Yard serves as a staging area to control traffic flow into Moscone as well as the weight station for all vehicles to be weighed prior to delivery for an accurate material and handling charge.
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I have my own dolly/hand truck, can I use them?
The union has jurisdiction on the operation of all material handling equipment including dollies and hand trucks. Exhibitors will not be permitted to use their own dolly/hand trucks inside the convention center.
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Can I setup my own booth?
It depends on the size of your booth and the amount of time it will take you to setup your booth display. However, you may handle and set out the product you manufacture; yet all background materials, display boards, backdrops, stands or anything the product is displayed upon, attached to, or made a part of, must be installed by union labor if your booth install requires it. For more information, visit the Online Exhibitor Service Kit.
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When do I have to be set up by?
Set-up must be complete, with all crates removed by 3:00pm on theTuesday before the show opens so the aisles will be clear to lay aisle carpet. Exhibit space not claimed by 3:00pm Tuesday, may be canceled or reassigned by Show Management without refunding any of the exhibit space rental fees.
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Miscellaneous Exhibitor FAQ
What is the company listing and product category and how can I make sure my company has one? The company listing is a description of the products/services your company will be showcasing at the Show and contact information from your company. This listing will be published online and the Show Guide will show only your contact information only. The listing should be specific to what you will be promoting at PCBC so the attendee can plan their visit to the show floor accordingly. The product category is a listing under all the product categories your company fits under and this will be displayed both online and in the printed Show Guide. To check to see what you have listed, or to add a new listing, login to MYPCBC Exhibitor.
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How many exhibitor badges can I get for my company?
There is no limit on the number of badges you request. Additionally, there are no hidden fees associated with a request of multiple badges. Every exhibitor must be badged to be allowed on the exhibit floor. All exhibitor registration must be done online in Exhibitor Registration.
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What is the Partner Pass Program?
Every exhibitor will have the opportunity to order Partner Passes from the website in various formats. The partner pass is an excellent marketing tool for all exhibitors to take advantage of and to use as much as possible. Send them to your sales force to forward on; include them in electronic newsletters or customer email blasts. The passes are typically available in March and there are no limitations on who you can distribute them to. Eventually, you will place your Partner Pass orders in MYPCBC Exhibitor.[return to question list]
What should I do if I have questions or concerns onsite?
PCBC Show Management is available onsite throughout the entire show. The location of the PCBC offices will be determined closer to the show. PCBC Show Management can be accessed in this area or easily located by asking the receptionist in the Exhibit Office to page one of us. PCBC also hires floor managers who constantly roam the exhibit floors as PCBC ambassadors and are available to act on behalf of PCBC as well. If you have a concern or require assistance, do not ever hesitate to contact show management or our floor managers for assistance.
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What is PCBC’s policy about children at the show?
Children under the age of 12 are not permitted on the Exhibit Floor. Babies may be carried by backpack or sling. No strollers will be allowed on the Exhibit Floor. Coat check is available to store strollers at a nominal fee. Daycare will not be provided onsite.
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How can I get a list of reporters covering PCBC?
You will be able to communicate directly with the reporters and editors who have registered for PCBC once registration has opened. This list will be updated and available online and updated every Friday.
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How can I post my company’s press releases on the PCBC Web site?
In early April, exhibitors may post their press releases on this site. Our easy-to-use online process helps you promote your product or service at PCBC.
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Do I have to submit proof of insurance to exhibit?
You must submit proof of insurance in order to exhibit at PCBC. More information on the insurance requirements are available in your Exhibitor Service Kit.
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