There have been several new developments in tradeshow and booth graphics. This means light weight, portable displays that are easy to set-up, are here to stay. Gone are the days of lugging around a 100 lb display that takes several hours to set up. Add to this retractable banner stands, called banner ups, and the extremely popular pop-up displays, and you have the ultimate in ease of transport and versatility. You can use one or several banner stands to create a wall effect. However, be sure to choose the right stand and print material if you want to use it more than once. Many economy grade retractable banner stands feature poor quality tension systems meaning that the spring may fail in just a few short months. In this instance, you really do get what you pay for!
If you’re looking for economy the Scrim banner material is the way to go, but bear in mind that a non-curling vinyl is a much better buy and is designed for placement in a banner stand. Lastly, make sure to select a stand with a padded carry case that can be easily slung over your shoulder.