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Exhibitor Service Manual

The Exhibitor Services Manual includes key information to help exhibitors plan and execute a successful trade show. Use the manual to track deadlines, reduce cost and prepare for a successful on-site experience.

PACK EXPO Services is the official service contractor for PACK EXPO East 2026. To help you plan and budget, PDF order forms and links to additional resources can be accessed below. PACK EXPO Services offices will be closed December 23-26, 2025.

Show/Event Hours:
February 17-18, 2026 |
9:00 AM-4:00 PM
February 19, 2026 | 9:00 AM-3:00 PM

Order Questions/Assistance
PACK EXPO Services
PES.Service@packexposervices.com
972.751.9400

General Show Questions
Show Management/PMMI
expo@pmmi.org‍
571.612.3200

Key Exhibitor Deadlines

Download Key Deadlines

December 15: Hanging Sign Paperwork Submission Deadline

January 5: Advance Warehouse Opens

January 7: PES Advanced Ordering Discount Deadline

January 7: Lead Retrieval - Early Bird Rate Deadline

January 7: Final Date to submit Utility Layout

January 7: Last Day to register EAC

January 7: Last Day to order Hanging Sign Labor

January 16: Hotel Reservation Deadline

January 23: Last Day to order complimentary Exhibitor Badges

February 4: Last Day to ship to the Advance Warehouse

February 19: Last day to use Exhibitor Comp Codes

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Booth Labor & Services
Miscellaneous
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Booth Labor
Accessible Storage
Accessible Storage

Additional services for storing exhibit materials that may need to be accessed during the event and that cannot be stored within the booth.

Shipping Information
Frequently Referenced Forms
Advance Warehouse Information
Advance Warehouse Information

Shipments must be received at the Advance Warehouse no later than February 4, 2026.

Shipping Information
Frequently Referenced Forms
Advance Warehouse Shipping Labels
Advance Warehouse Shipping Labels

Use these labels to ship your freight and/or your hanging sign to the Advance Warehouse.

Miscellaneous
Affiliated Company Listing Request
Affiliated Company Listing Request

Please fill out this form if you want to add an affiliated company to your booth. Submit prior to Friday, January 9, 2026 to be included in printed materials.

AV, Internet & Telecom
Audio/Visual Service
Audio/Visual Service

View packages for flat screen tv's, monitors, audio equipment, computers & laptops, and video players.

Booth Packages, Rentals & Carpet
Basic Furniture Packages
Basic Furniture Packages

Basic Furniture Packages are available for all booths 225 sq. ft. and below.

Booth Labor
Booth Labor
Booth Labor

Booth labor is available to assist with unpacking, Installation and Dismantle of your booth and packing of your exhibit properties and materials after the show.

Other Booth Services
Booth Security
Booth Security

All booth security orders have a four (4) hour minimum.

Food & Beverage
Catering Menu & Order Form
Catering Menu & Order Form

The deadline to place catering orders is Friday, January 16, 2026.

Other Booth Services
Cleaning Service
Cleaning Service

Cleaning is not included in your booth package.

Booth Packages, Rentals & Carpet
Custom Booth Options
Custom Booth Options

Customize your booth with options from PACK EXPO Services.

Furniture & Accessories
Custom Furniture
Custom Furniture

View custom furniture options for your booth.

Shipping Information
Frequently Referenced Forms
Direct-to-Show Shipping Labels
Direct-to-Show Shipping Labels

Use these labels to ship items directly to the show.

Shipping Information
Driver Check-In Requirements
Driver Check-In Requirements

All Bills of Landing (BOL) must contain this information before they can be accepted for driver check-in. Certified weight tickets will be required.

Other Booth Services
Dumpster and Disposal Services
Dumpster and Disposal Services

Any bulk trash left in your booth will incur a removal charge.

Booth Utilities & Services
Electrical Information
Electrical Information

View electrical package information, outlet placement and general Electrical FAQs.

Booth Utilities & Services
Electrical Rates & Labor
Electrical Rates & Labor

Your order with full payment along with a floor plan indicating main power location and distribution points, if applicable, must be received prior to January 7, 2026, to receive Advance rates.

Booth Labor
Engineering Stamp FAQ
Engineering Stamp FAQ

View the Engineering Stamp FAQs.

General Information & Guidelines
Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC) Registration
Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC) Registration

Exhibitors who choose to utilize an EAC and/or any third-party independent contractor or subcontractor must complete the EAC Registration process by January 7, 2026. Exhibitors must complete the EAC Registration Form. EACs may not register themselves.

Exhibitor Rights
Exhibitor Rights & Safety Guidelines
Exhibitor Rights & Safety Guidelines

View detailed guidelines including exhibitor rights, booth setup instructions, union labor rules.

Shipping Information
Exhibitor Shipping Checklist
Exhibitor Shipping Checklist

Use this guide as you plan to ship your materials and machinery to PACK EXPO East!

Exhibitor Rights
Exhibitor and Official Service Contractor Information/Union Jurisdictions
Exhibitor and Official Service Contractor Information/Union Jurisdictions

Union labor and/or official contractors are required for certain aspects of your exhibit handling. Please review the Exhibitor and Official Service Contractor Information and Union Jurisdiction Rules to aid in a smooth and efficient move-in and move-out.

Booth Packages, Rentals & Carpet
Flooring and Carpet
Flooring and Carpet

Order early to receive discount pricing and your floor selection. Contact PACK EXPO Services at pes.service@packexposervices.com if you do not see your booth size listed under Standard Carpet.

Other Booth Services
Floral
Floral

All materials and plants available on a rental basis only, except for cut flower arrangements.

Shipping Information
Frequently Referenced Forms
Freight Rigging/Forklift Labor Information and Rates
Freight Rigging/Forklift Labor Information and Rates

Information on advance planning, machinery skids removal, and on-site execution. Forklift equipment is not required for unloading and loading your trucks.

Furniture & Accessories
Furniture and Accessories
Furniture and Accessories

View furniture and accessories rental catalog. Any custom furniture items ordered less than 2 weeks prior to exhibitor move-in are not guaranteed to be in stock and/or available.

Furniture & Accessories
Glass Showcases
Glass Showcases

Order by the discount deadline to receive the advance rate. Please adhere to the setback rules listed in the Show Rules and Regulations when ordering your showcases.

Furniture & Accessories
Graphic Submission Guidelines
Graphic Submission Guidelines

Any logo or graphics facing a neighboring exhibit (including a neighbor behind you) must be set back at least 10’ from the adjacent booth(s).

Booth Labor
Hanging Sign Information
Hanging Sign Information

All Hanging Sign paperwork must be submitted to PACK EXPO Services for approval by December 15, 2025.

Booth Labor
Hanging Sign Labor and Equipment
Hanging Sign Labor and Equipment

Hanging sign labor and equipment information and cost.

Shipping Information
Frequently Referenced Forms
Hanging Sign Shipping Labels
Hanging Sign Shipping Labels

All hanging signs must be sent to the Advance Warehouse and must arrive by February 4, 2026.

Other Booth Services
Hostess/Booth Talent
Hostess/Booth Talent

Log into the Exhibitor Resource Center to place your order.

Food & Beverage
In-Booth Function Request Form
In-Booth Function Request Form

This form must be completed by Wednesday, January 7, 2026 if you are hosting an event in your booth.

General Information & Guidelines
Insurance Information
Insurance Information

Exhibiting companies are required to provide a certificate of insurance to PMMI that meet the insurance coverage requirements.

AV, Internet & Telecom
Internet Service
Internet Service

Complimentary Wi-Fi will be available in the exhibit hall. If you plan to demonstrate or present products in your booth, a hard-wired internet service should be ordered.

AV, Internet & Telecom
LED/Video Wall Information
LED/Video Wall Information

If you need to place a current order for an LED wall or any rigging services, please order the Intent to Have an LED/Video Display.

Booth Labor
Frequently Referenced Forms
Exhibitor Rights
Labor Ordering Guide
Labor Ordering Guide

Review this guide to determine when to place an order for labor.

Additional Services
Lead Retrieval/Digital Backpack
Lead Retrieval/Digital Backpack

Maximize your lead retrieval return on investment with XPress Leads.

Frequently Referenced Forms
Move-in/Move-out Logistics
Marshalling Yard Information
Marshalling Yard Information

All vehicles, including cars, with materials for delivery, must check-in at the marshalling yard.

Move-in/Move-out Logistics
Material Handling Information
Material Handling Information

Material handling (drayage) is the process of receiving your materials or equipment either at the advanced warehouse before the show or at show site.

Shipping Information
Official Shipping Vendors
Official Shipping Vendors

View the full list of official domestic and international shippers.

Frequently Referenced Forms
Move-in/Move-out Logistics
Shipping Information
Outbound Material Handling Agreement Info
Outbound Material Handling Agreement Info

Each outbound shipment must have a completed Material Handling Agreement (MHA) in order to ship materials from the show. Complete the Material Handling Agreement form through the Exhibitor Resource Center under the "Order Booth Services" tile.

PES Required Forms
PES Terms and Conditions
PES Terms and Conditions

The terms and conditions are part of the Contract between PACK EXPO SERVICES, INC. and you, the EXHIBITOR. Please familiarize yourself with the Terms & Conditions available through the Exhibitor Resource Center.

Move-in/Move-out Logistics
POV Information
POV Information

Learn more about the requirements for Personally Operated Vehicles for PACK EXPO East.

PES Required Forms
Payment Options & Policy
Payment Options & Policy

An authorized Credit Card MUST be on file with PACK EXPO Services before any goods or services are rendered regardless of your method of payment.

Emergency Procedures
Pennsylvania Convention Center Emergency Procedures
Pennsylvania Convention Center Emergency Procedures

Refer to the PCC Safety & Emergency Procedures for a full list of building policies and safety guidelines.

Booth Packages, Rentals & Carpet
Perspective Series Exhibits
Perspective Series Exhibits

The Perspective Series is a line of exhibit rentals offered by PACK EXPO Services for 10' and 20' booths. This can be a great choice for a first-time exhibitor.

Other Booth Services
Photography & Videography
Photography & Videography

Includes services: Exhibit Photography Packages, Videography, Event Photography Services and Product Photography.

Booth Utilities & Services
Plumbing Information
Plumbing Information

Complete your order for plumbing by January 7, 2026 to receive the Discount Rate.

Booth Packages, Rentals & Carpet
Portable Exhibit Solutions
Portable Exhibit Solutions

PACK EXPO Services Portable Solutions (for purchase) offers a quick and cost-effective solution to showcase your booth.

Other Booth Services
Refrigeration Rental
Refrigeration Rental

Orders for refrigerated displays must be placed by Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

Additional Services
Scooter Rentals
Scooter Rentals

Scooters are available for rent through Scootaround.

General Information & Guidelines
Frequently Referenced Forms
Service Manual Quick Facts
Service Manual Quick Facts

Information about booth layouts, exhibit hall hours, shipping, and more.

General Information & Guidelines
Show Rules and Regulations
Show Rules and Regulations

The Rules & Regulations are an integral and binding part of the show and exhibitor contract.

Furniture & Accessories
Signs and Graphics
Signs and Graphics

PACK EXPO Services can accept art created with ADOBE Creative Suite, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop. Final approval of graphic proof must be received by the deadline date or expedite fees will apply.

Booth Packages, Rentals & Carpet
Standard Rental Exhibits
Standard Rental Exhibits

Each rental includes header, lights, installation and dismantle labor. You pay no design, shipping, or material handling fees. Designer versions include custom graphics.

Move-in/Move-out Logistics
Target Change Request Form
Target Change Request Form

Complete the Target Change Request form by Wednesday, January 7, 2026 to request a change in your move-in/move-out schedule. Requests are not guaranteed.

Move-in/Move-out Logistics
Target Move-In/Out Information
Target Move-In/Out Information

Assigned dates and times for each exhibitor to install (move-in) and dismantle (move-out).

Move-in/Move-out Logistics
Target Move-in Schedule
Target Move-in Schedule

To determine your assigned target date/time, find your booth and match the color to the key.

Move-in/Move-out Logistics
Target Move-out Schedule
Target Move-out Schedule

To determine your assigned target date/time, find your booth and match the color to the key.

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