Canopies

Definition

An exhibit component supported over an exhibitor's space for decorative purposes only.

Height

Canopies, false ceilings and umbrellas will be permitted to a height that corresponds to the height regulation for the appropriate exhibit configuration of which they are a part. For example, canopies will not exceed 8'3" (2.5m) in height in a linear booth configuration. Furthermore, the canopy or false ceiling will not exceed 1'0" (30cm) in depth and cannot be used for identification or display purposes.

Intent: Exhibitors requiring canopies or false ceilings to create the desired exhibit environment within their booth space should be allowed to do so as long as the canopy and its support structure do not violate the intent of the height or depth regulation.

Depth

Canopies may extend out to the aisle line up to the booth line on either side of an exhibitor's space providing that the support structure will not exceed 3" (7.62cm) in width when placed within 10 lineal feet (3.05m) of an adjoining exhibit and not confined to that area of the exhibitor's space which is at least 5'0" (1.52m) from the aisle line. Furthermore, canopies, false ceilings or umbrellas will not be used for identification or display purposes except as would normally be allowed for any exhibit component within the regulations set forth for the exhibit configuration.

Intent: Exhibitors adjoining exhibits with canopies are entitled to the same reasonable sight line from the aisle as they would expect if they were adjacent to an exhibitor with a linear booth.

Please note:

Exhibitors are cautioned when installing a display with a ceiling or second level to check with the local fire department to ensure that their display meets with the necessary fire safety precautions involving smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, etc.

Reprinted with express consent of IAEM from 2000 Update Guidelines for Display Rules and Regulations.