Pricing and Costs of Truss Displays

Spend money wisely by investing in trade show truss displays
By Nikki Wheeler Truss displays are steadily growing in popularity because they are built of sturdy but lightweight aluminum they are highly versatile, easily installed, very durable and easy to pack up and store. The metal skeletal structure made of a series of metal rods and beams create a framework in which shelves, graphic banners, lighting fixtures or merchandise can be hung.
 

Don't be discouraged by the pricing and costs of truss displays, which can range between $20,000 and $40,000 for new systems. Because of all the advantages that aluminum truss systems offer, the money spent on this type of trade show booth is money well-spent. When purchasing a truss trade show display booth, consider the following:

1. Set a budget so you know how much money can be spent on a truss display to help narrow down your purchasing possibilities.

2. Decide on the size of the truss display that suits your needs, but remember they are easily expandable.

3. Plan out your other display elements before you purchase your truss display.

Shop for used aluminum truss displays

Find used truss trade show displays to save up to $1,000 on small systems and up to $3,000 on large systems. Because of truss system durability, used exhibits are found still in great condition and up to 30% off original cost.
Try: Search for truss systems among the used exhibits listed at Displayit. Look through pre-owned exhibits at ExhibitTrader.com and find truss systems for less than one quarter of the original price, potentially saving up to $30,000.

Consider renting truss trade show display booths

Renting truss exhibits can be cheaper than purchasing one and may be the best way to go if you have no way to store an exhibit. Prices and costs of truss displays rented usually include shipping, set-up and take-down.
Try: Rent various sizes of truss displays for between $3,000 and $4,000 from P.O.P. Exhibits. Get a free online quote for rental truss exhibits from ExhibitStop.com.

Look for truss display suppliers that offer financing

Suppliers that offer financing are not too good to be true. Many even offer special programs with no interest, no money down and will include extra costs in the financing, such as shipping and insurance.
Try: Get a free online quote for truss systems from Smash Hit Displays. Get exhibit financing for any truss displays costing more than $5,000 from Tradeshowdirect.

• Get the most bang for your buck by investing in a 10x10 truss display. It may be on the small side, but you can expand without much more investment with new graphic banners and extra lighting fixtures.