Resale Trade Show Exhibits?

If you have been in the trade show industry for any time, you no doubt have read comparative analyses for maintenance cost of custom built trade show exhibits versus custom modular displays. Lightweight and modular versus heavy and static; ease of set up versus labor intensive; drayage and shipping cost savings versus those of traditional exhibits. But have you entertained the possibility of the resale-ability of custom modular displays? The market for pre-owned trade show exhibits is growing. Let’s do a bit of comparative analysis between two similar products on our sister websites, www.exhibittrader.com and www.exhibittrader2.com as food for thought.

ExhibitTrader.com is proud to be home of the world’s largest buying and selling network in the trade show industry. We host the largest and most current inventories of pre-owned properties and accessories available to customers anywhere. We directly market to a target-specific database consisting of buyers looking for this type of purchase.

Our Ad 4493 is a listing for a 10 foot pre-owned modular panel display. Manufactured by Nimlock in 2005 at a price of $3,995.00, it consists of Velcro receptive fabric panels that connect together to form a back wall for graphic attachment. A pedestal and two shipping cases are part of the package. It is listed as in ‘above average’ condition with an asking price of $795.00. Let’s do the math: that is six years of use with a 25% recuperation of the original cost; almost $800.00 towards a new modular exhibit of choice. To view this item, go to our homepage, exhibittrader.com; click on the search feature on the top navigation bar and enter the Ad number (4493).

Now swap over to our new sister website, ExhibitTrader2.com, featuring an immense inventory of display products and accessories that can be viewed and ordered right from clients’ desktops. Using the quick nav feature, use the drop down box and go to panel displays> 10 foots> Kits>and click on ‘PLP-5 Fabric Panel Display’ listed at $2,995.00 (prices have moderated somewhat but Nimlock and Skyline Modular Trade Show Exhibits continue to be a bit pricier than other brands). This display kit is manufactured by one of our primary suppliers-ABEX Exhibit Systems. This is a fabric panel display system similar to the model discussed above. A bit more flair in the design- with curved end caps and an inset counter- than the Nimlock model above; and of more substantial construction (100 lbs heavier) but close enough for horseshoes. If you purchase this new model today-which is an incredible value with a lifetime warranty included- we have the market to help you resale this display (if in good condition) and reclaim between 25%- 50% of your original purchase price when you decide it is time for a new trade show booth. The final selling price will be affected by age, condition, market and your timeline for selling the product.

We take pride in contributing to a greener environment through both the pre owned site and new display products site. ExhibitTrader.com has saved some 3,400,000 cubic feet of used trade show display products (and toxins) out of dumps over the last five years. We have sold the equivalent of over 1000, 53 foot tractor trailer loads of Trade Show Exhibit products for rebranding. A large percentage of our new products are made from recyclable and reusable materials.

With economics of purchase and management added to their extreme versatility; modular trade show exhibits are a good value. The feasibility of easy resale with the capability of easy rebranding adds to their appeal. When the time comes, we can assist in determining a fair market value for your display with our patented estimator tool; list your booth for resale on our pre-owned site; and assist in locating a new modular exhibit for you on our new products site. Don’t forget we also offer many services and excellent customer service as you look to ‘turn- key’ your exhibiting needs.

Accessories for Trade Show Displays

Accessorizing your trade show displays can go a long way in stretching your marketing dollars. Taking one modular exhibit- having the feature of configurability- and adding or changing your accessories can produce very different looks from venue to venue. Functionality can also be enhanced by thoughtful use and placement of only a few of the hundreds of accessories available. A small investment in comparison to the potentially large return, the possibilities with Trade Show Displays are only as endless as the accessories.

Printed table skirts, throws or runners available in a very large variety of styles and colors help to brand your company with variable print options. Coordinating a color or graphic scheme with back walls is a great way to blend tables into floor plans in an exhibit. Stand alone tables for meetings or corporate events dressed with table skirts is akin to a good suit. It lends a very professional look.

Literature racks are indispensable in organizing brochures and other marketing material. Available in a wide variety of styles and sizes, both portable and non-collapsible models are available. Smaller models for use on table tops are a great way to add height and interest to an otherwise linear table display.
Banner stands are such a diverse and large category that space does not allow for an adequate coverage of this product. Ranging from small, simple, table-top models to motorized units and those with interchangeable graphic cartridges, there are literally countless options to choose from. Not only utilized as an accessory to trade show displays; banner stands are used in malls, foyers, meetings, hotel lobbies and more.

Accessories for Trade Show Displays Part B

Other large and diverse categories available for dressing-up your exhibit include lighting, flooring, hanging signs, and monitors. Exhibittrader2.com has a wonderful user-friendly website with a drop down navigation feature for ease in locating and viewing our large inventory of modular Trade Show Displays and accessories.

The entity that equals the number and diversity of accessories for trade show exhibits is the number of companies that sell these products. So why pick ExhibitTrader.com over our competitors?


Our goal is to provide our clients the ability to shop and communicate online for top quality display products; and to be immediately serviced by veteran display consultants that are both knowledgeable and friendly. Selling spectacular trade show displays online is our business… We are a real exhibit company; with a physical facility; with hands on display consultants manning the phones and internet chats. We have emergency phone numbers; we have direct lines to iphones set up to always be ready should a display need or crisis arise after hours. Our seasoned display consultants take great pride in fast customer reaction and response time. We completely comprehend this business and fully understand that time is usually the enemy when dealing with Trade Show Display. Whether you have an overall, long-standing comprehensive exhibiting plan; or you find yourself flying by the seat of your pants with your event quickly approaching; give Exhibittrader2.com a call; we would love to become an accessory and accomplish in stretching your marketing dollars.