As well over 60 of the industry’s leading names put the finishing touches to their plans for Visual Impact and inaugural Exhibition Expo to be held in Melbourne next month, hundreds of sign, display, wide format print and exhibition professionals have already placed a vote of confidence in the shows by pre-registering online.
With a strong track record gained over more than 25 years of delivering the ideas, solutions and technology businesses need to build success, Visual Impact is looking better than ever in 2015, both in terms of exhibitor numbers and expected visitor turnout – and, this year, it will be complemented by the co-location of the new Exhibition Expo.
The events, to be held in Hall 1 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre from Thursday, September 17 to Saturday, September 19, had a total of 64 exhibitors locked in at the time of going to press, including the industry’s leading names, respected niche suppliers and most innovative newcomers, and even more are expected to confirm their participation before doors open.
On some of the larger Visual Impact stands, visitors will benefit from comprehensive showcases of the latest technology, systems and materials from leading names like Australian Visual Solutions, Canon, Graphic Art Mart, Jetmark, Mimaki, Multicam Systems, Neopost, Roland DG and Trotec. This will be complemented by a displays from a wide-ranging group of suppliers covering virtually every aspect of the industry including, among others, ADI Displays, Alfex, Australian Laminating Company, beMatrix, Celmac, DES, Display Systems Australia, Epson, Impression Technology, Tommotek and Willenco.
During the event, there will be plenty of activity on the exhibition floor, with visitors able to attend free ‘Windows, Walls and Floors’ workshops to find out how to perfectly apply some of the extensive range of window, wall and floor films available from Avery Dennison, Arlon and Aslan, and also free vehicle wrapping workshops run by Avery Dennison and Graphic Art Mart (pre-bookings must be made for these perennially popular events – email exhibitions@visualconnections.org.au to reserve your place).
In a move that will increase value for VI visitors, the Melbourne show will be co-locating with the inaugural Exhibitions Expo, the new expo for trade show products and events. This will expand the range of solutions on show to include the very latest offerings from names like ADI Displays, beMatrix, Display Systems Australia, Exponet, LED Works, Showgizmo, Showtime Events, SAS Signage Accessories and Visionary Digital.
Complementing this exhibition component will be a comprehensive seminar program, which will this year feature world leading experts addressing topics from building engagement, developing your team and managing change, to building successful social media campaigns, sponsorship management programs and exhibitions.
According to Peter Harper, general manager - Trade Shows for Visual Connections – the new suppliers’ association for the print, graphics and signage industries in Australia, which will host Visual Impact and Exhibition Expo – visitors can expect to derive real value from the Melbourne events, which are specifically designed to help businesses improve profitability, expand their offerings and create entirely new revenue streams.
“To continue to prosper and grow your business in an increasingly competitive market, industry professionals need to stay ahead of the game – and that’s where events like Visual Impact and Exhibition Expo can play such an important role,” Harper said.
“We are absolutely delighted with the calibre of names on our exhibitor list for the September show, and believe it will be a very important event for anyone who is seeking the best information, ideas and innovative technologies to help them capitalise on opportunities and build a successful future.”
Visual Impact and Exhibition Expo will run from 10am to 5pm on Thursday, September 17 and Friday, September 18 , and from 10am until 4pm on Saturday, September 19 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Visitors are encouraged to pre-register online for the shows, a move which will not only save time but ensure entry into prize draws to win trips to Florida or Fiji. To find out more or to register for Visual Impact or the new Exhibition Expo, go to www.visualconnections.org.au