MOD'09 / MOD Awards / Solar / New Products / Abex spring deals / Event industry news
 
   
 Hosted by
 LEEZA GIBBONS

 Leeza Gibbons well-known hollywood celeb  announced the winners of the 2009 MOD Awards  at the Four Seasons in Las Vegas.

 Co-produced by Abex and Event Design Magazine
and sponsored by Octanorm USA, Tradeshow Week, and Exhibit City News, to name a few, MOD ‘ 09 has brought over 250 exhibit and industtry leaders together to see and learn about the trends driving portable modular and celebrate the best of modular design at CloseUp, the After Party.

Here is what the MOD'09 attendees think about the event:

“What a great event! No one does it better. Thank you again for inviting us to be part of yout special evening. It was 1st class.”

“Thank you for having me, it was an awesome event!”

"This was a wonderful event! It was very exciting to see Leeza Gibbons. I had an excellent time so please pass along my gratitude! I’m already looking forward to MOD 2010!”
 
   
 
  THE MOD 2009 WINNERS ANNOUNCED  
Selected by the audience of over 250 exhibit and event professionals along with an all-star cast of judges (famed designers Mitchell Mauk of Mauk Design and Armen Gharabegian of Ethos Design and Lounge22 along with globally respected exhibit house chief Derek Gentile of EEI Global), utilizing Padgett Instant Audience Response Systems technology, the 2009 MOD Awards winners were honored at MOD.

A portion of The MOD Awards entry fees has been donated to the Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation. Award prizes included feature editorial coverage in Event Design Magazine, a MacBook Pro, American Express Gift Cheques and more!

http://mod-09.com/awards.html
Abex is a proud sponsor of the Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation and will make a donation for every exhibit sold until a cure for Alzheimers has been found.
BEST OF MOD
project: Jeddah Motor Show
client: Toyota/Drive Communication
design/fabrication: Inter-Global Exhibitions		 BEST 10 x 10
project: New Modular Exhibit
client: Starbucks Coffee Co.
design/fabrication: The Portables
BEST 10 x 20
project: Modular Exhibit
client: iStockphoto
design/fabrication: The Portables		 BEST EXTRUSION-ANCHORED
project: Art of Can
client: Red Bull
design/fabrication: 2020 Exhibits
BEST FABRIC-ANCHORED
project: Trade Show Exhibit
client: Trojan UV Technologies
design/fabrication: Eventscape		 BEST PANEL-ANCHORED
project: Trade Show Kit
client: Polartec
design/fabrication: Hill & Partners
BEST GREEN MODULAR
project: Greenbuild International
client: Alcoa
design/fabrication: EEI Global
 
 
  WELCOME TO OUR SOLAR SYSTEM  
SOLAR BY ABEX
The ultimate hybrid exhibit system
Solar was unveiled by Octanorm utilizing a 20' x 30' island at the recent Exhibitor Show held March 25 through March 27th at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.

Solar hybrid exhibit systems utilize a unique selection of materials and components based upon their physical characteristics and properties. Intensive material testing and evaluation ensures that every Solar component provides superior fit and finish and maximum durability at the least possible weight. Solar was designed to maximize the impact of your exhibit graphics and marketing messages. Oversize towers and billboard size graphics make sure that your marketing message can’t be missed.

http://abex.com/products/Solar/index.html

Each Solar System is manufactured utilizing a combination of materials especially selected to reduce impact on the environment.

Configurations: from 10’ in-lines to 20 x 30’ islands and beyond
Frame: Octanorm system 100% recyclable extruded aluminum
Panels: Recycled and recyclable PVC foam board
Lighting: Low Voltage LED Cool Lights in towers, demo stations, and kiosks
Wiring Electronics: Pre-wired for Plug-n-Play installation of AV and electronic equipment
Graphics: Eco Solvent printing for maximum durability and reduced environmental impact
 
 
  ALUMAILTE SOPHIE  
(1) FREE 19" MONITOR!
with a purchase of any Alumalite Sophie exhibit
Cannot be combined with any other discounts, special and promotional offers while quantites last.
SAVE $76 NET ON MONITOR MOUNT KITS
MONITOR MOUNT KIT IS NOW $99
Monitor mount kit #AL-MON
Supports up to 23” monitors
Requires a VESA compatible monitor
Includes: Brackets and transit case L-8R1851-02A for monitor
ALUMALITE SOPHIE IS HERE!
• Alcove counter, offering ample storage, with inner shelf and locking door
• Discrete puck lights for professional illumination of your graphics
• Wave canopy with selection of 25 incredible colors to choose from
• Generous array of options: slatwall, freestanding counters, shelving, backlit header and sides, etc.
• Monitor mount kits for 19” to 32” monitors

Custom laminates available - make your exhibit stand out in the crowd!
 
 
  SPRING DEALS  
ALUMALITE ZERO
Price Cut! Packages starting at $1149 NET! Save hundreds. Now with frosted plex wings and header at no upcharge!
(1) FREE 19" MONITOR!
with a purchase of any Alumalite ZERO exhibit with counter and monitor mount kit.
Cannot be combined with any other discounts, special and promotional offers while quantites last.
SAVE $76 NET ON MONITOR MOUNT KITS
MONITOR MOUNT KIT IS NOW $99
Supports up to 23” monitors
Monitor mount kit #AL-MON
Requires a VESA compatible monitor
Includes: Brackets and transit case L-8R1851-02A for monitor

• Entry Level aluminum hybrid
• Eight header/wing options to choose from
• Lightweight counter options
• Lifetime warranty*

Limited lifetime warranty to the original purchaser against manufacturer’s defects in materials and workmanship in normal use. Certain restirictions apply.
Offer expires June 30, 2009. Please mention promo code AZ-Spring
 
 
  SPRING DEALS  
FREE CASE WITH ANY ULTRAFORM
Counter with graphic purchase ($176 NET VALUE)*

Why UltraForm Counters the perfect addition to any exhibit?

• Lifetime Warranty*
• Now available with optional graphics or graphic ready
• Over 50 Frontrunner and Prelude fabric colors to choose from
• Made in the USA quality - not a cheap, Chinese import
• Numerous styles and configurations
• Many models feature internal shelving and locking doors
• Countertops are available in a selection of stylish laminates
• Optional sturdy, rotomolded shipping cases

*Limited, Lifetime warranty to the original purchaser against manufacturer’s defects in materials and workmanship in normal use. Certain restrictions apply.

*Offer expires May 30. Please mention promo code UF-Spring
 
 
  SPRING DEALS  

FREE 30 day subscription for Design Studio by Abex.*

Sign up here and get access to all advanced Design Studio features for 30 days FREE

* Pay $10 send us proof of subscription and Abex will credit it to your account.

OFFER EXPIRES FRIDAY, MAY 8 2009.

 
 
 
 


YOU
DESERVE IT!
GET 2 EXHIBITS FOR
THE PRICE OF ONE

Purchase any Abex or Private Label exhibit systems with inkjet graphics over $6,000 and receive a voucher good for a set of replacement graphics FREE*

Mention promo code: PC10409
*Unit purchase must have a total dealer net purchase price of at least $6,000 dealer net without shipping and include inkjet graphics to qualify for free replacement graphicsc offer. If purchase price including inkjet graphics is less than $6000 NET, a voucher for 50% off future replacement graphics order for same exhibit will apply. No cash value: voucher can only be applied against future graphics order for same exhibit for the same end-user. May not be combined with any other discount or special offers. Offer expires May 31, 2009.

SAVE 50% ON GRAPHICS FOR ANY ALUMALITE OR POP UP!
Purchase any Allumalite or Pop Up with inkjet graphics and receive 50% off your future replacement graphic order!

Mention promo code: PC10409

Discount can only be applied against future graphics order for same exhibit for the same end-user. May not be combined with any other discount or special offers. Offer expires May 31, 2009.

NEW HIGH IMPACT TRUSS PACKAGES
 
 
  RENTALS  
Save 10% on Abex Rentals!
All Abex Rentals, including Alumalite 10' and 20' units, Alumalite kiosks, Echo Signature Edition, and numerous options are even more affordable now!
 
 
   

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A great new look! Our bamboo product is lightweight, only 43# for 100 sf., rolls up for ease of shipping, storage and lays flat when rolled out. Rollable Bamboo comes in 8 great colors:
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It is available in 5’ or 6’6” widths and up to 70 feet long. Rollable shipping containers
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