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Contractor
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Whether
you’re new to trade shows or a seasoned pro, it can be
difficult to remember which contractor does what. Here’s
a quick glossary of what service each contractor performs.
Exclusive
Contractor
Contractor
appointed by show or building management as the sole provider
of specified services. Services can include facility telecommunications,
plumbing and electrical services.
Exhibitor-Appointed
Contractor (EAC)
Any
company (other than the “official” contractor) providing
a service and needing access to an exhibit during installation,
show dates and dismantling. Often used to refer to a subcontractor
who is appointed by an exhibitor to install and dismantle
their exhibit. Also referred to as an independent contractor.
Exhibitor-Appointed
Contractor Form (EAC Form)
A form completed by an exhibitor 30 to 60 days prior to the
show. This form notifies the general contractor of your intent
to have an exhibitor-appointed contractor perform services
at the show.
General
Contractor
The
contractor hired by show management to set up the show. Responsibilities
include drayage, signs, laying hall carpet, rental displays,
decoration, at-show labor and clean-up. This contractor is
known as the official contractor or official general contractor.
Official
Contractor
A
select group of contracted companies approved by show management
that is responsible for exhibit setup, maintenance and dismantle.
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