Expo Americas 2012 Exhibitor Prospectus

Exhibit and Sponsor Information

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Come to the IFAI Centennial Celebration

Expo Americas 2012 will commemorate its 100-year anniversary with thousands of participants from the specialty fabrics industry across the U.S. and the world.

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Special OfferCelebrate the 100 year anniversary by taking advantage of our 100 for $100 special offer.

Take a bigger space in Boston for a small price increase! Companies that exhibit in Baltimore in 2011 can add additional space in 2012 for just $100 per 100 square feet.

Exhibiting at IFAI Expo Americas 2012 offers the best way to meet a steady stream of specialty fabrics customers and prospects in a short amount of time. Showcase your company and create that all-important first impression with new prospects. Re-connect with current customers and in three days’ time, you will reach a staggering number of

contacts you could never achieve through individual sales calls. Face-to-face interaction opens doors for future communications—creating the critical first step in the sales cycle.

IFAI Expo Americas: The largest show in the Americas for the specialty fabrics market

New in 2012Specialty Fabrics and CompositesA shared target audience provides the forum for buyers and sellers to extend their reach to new markets and gain exposure to new information. And for the first time ever, IFAI will co-locate IFAI Expo Americas 2012 with the debut of the JEC Americas Composites Show and Conferences. Combined, more than 600 exhibitors will foster a blending of fabric, hardware, equipment, tools, software, accessories and services with the composites value chain of polymers, plastics, fibers, glass, carbon fibers, ceramic fibers, resins, adhesives, industrial subcontracting, composites.

“We attended our first IFAI Expo at the suggestion of one of our manufacturers as a ‘must attend’ trade show to finalize our materials and parts selection. They said, ‘If you can’t find it at this show, then it doesn’t exist—especially if you are searching for specialty or hard-to-find items.’ We attended and immediately found all the parts and materials we needed. In fact, we were exposed to so many new parts and materials that it stimulated our imagination and we have since developed new drawings and designs for future products we never thought possible.”

Jaime E. Parker President, Shadys

Pasadena, CA

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International Buyer Program — IFAI Expo Americas 2012 has been designated by the U.S. Department of Commerce for the fourth time as an International Buyer Program. The USDOC will promote IFAI Expo Americas 2012 through 128 global

U.S. commercial service offices, connecting exhibitors with delegations of international buyers, end users, representatives and distributors.

The Right People The Right ShowA spectacular lineup of seminars attracts serious buyers. Attendees, many from new, high-growth markets, will benefit from world-class speakers selected by IFAI’s experienced strategists working in concert with industry professionals.

IFAI Expo Americas 2012 Fabric Sourcing Center This showcase of exhibitors’ fabrics gives attendees the opportunity to compare a wide variety and go directly to the exhibitor’s booth for more information. Just send your samples to IFAI and let us direct the customers to you.

78% rated the quality of prospects “good” or “excellent”

39% closed sales right on the show floor

95% found prospective customers

93% visited with existing customers

IFAI Expo Americas is a buyer’s show—your chance to create a pipeline of first-rate prospects to convert into new business.

What we learned at our last IFAI Americas

“The IFAI Expo crowd was all business. The decision makers were there! It was refreshing to meet COOs, CEOs and quality directors—people who know what they’re doing.”

Morgan Blue Account Executive, UL DQS Inc. Raleigh, NC

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1,000 education seats were sold within 29 education sessions

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IFAI is constantly cultivating collaborative platforms that discuss the blending of specialty fabrics with emerging industries such as medicine, electronics and construction. The annual IFAI Advanced Textiles Symposiums, an integral part of IFAI Expo Americas, is guaranteed to attract a large audience from companies in developing high-growth markets.

Final attendance numbers reached 5,061

74% exhibitors return every year

Leads collected averaged 90.68 per exhibitor

353 exhibitors participated for a total of more than 77,000 net square feet of exhibit space

“No matter the economy or the turnout to this show, IFAI Expo Americas is where you need to be. Face-to-face, in real time. One thing I have learned at Industry shows is that if you keep an open mind, you will learn things you did not expect to. They are a great place to find, plant, sow, and harvest seeds of business.”

Scott Massey President

Awning Cleaning Industries New Haven, CT

"This is the biggest show of the year for Fasnap®, and IFAI Expo virtually guarantees a positive ROI. With all of our competition at this show, we know the buyers we’re looking for will be here.

Blair Barfell Marketing Specialist

Fasnap® Corp., Elkhart, IN

Trade shows help turn a company’s position of mind into a position of market. Simply stated, trade shows build and secure share of market, put a face with a name and tighten the sales loop when it comes time to make purchases. Reserve your exhibit space at the show combining the strength of IFAI’s 100 years with an energized innovative environment.

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A successful association knows the prosperous business model is one of long-term collaboration, calculated alliances and valued-based partnerships.

IFAI strives to:

Continuously improve its relationship with exhibitors and members.

Always understand, respond to and exceed exhibitor expectations.

At all times anticipate and find solutions to exhibitor needs.

Find your buyers in one place and connect with high-level decision makers, face-to-face.

Partner with IFAIThe attendeesIFAI Expo Americas attendees are buyers who make or influence purchasing decisions. No other specialty fabrics tradeshow draws buyers from all levels of the supply chain within a diverse range of markets such as:

Aerospace ProductsAgricultural ProductsAnchoring and Cable SystemsArchitectural ProductsAthletic/Sporting EquipmentAwnings/Canopies, ShadesBags/LuggageBallistic, Fire and Chemical Protection

Banners/FlagsCarbon Fiber ProductsCargo RestraintConnectors and ElectronicsExhibit DisplaysFiltrationGraphics/SignageGreen Roof SystemsHigh-Temp ProtectionHigh-Visibility ProductsMarine ProductsMedical Devices

The exhibitorsExhibitors at IFAI Expo Americas 2012 know that trade shows are vital to building your brand and maintaining your visibility. They know that IFAI Expo Americas is a valuable business investment. Exhibitors will benefit from booth traffic resulting from a variety of technical sessions carefully selected to draw first-quality attendees from around the globe.

Leading companies realize the value of an early reservation for a prime exhibit location. For an updated list of registered exhibitors, visit www.ifaiexpo.com/exhibitor_list1.cfm.

Military/Homeland Security/GovernmentPackagingPet/EquestrianRoofing SystemsShipping ContainersStructuresTarps/Truck CoversTransportation InteriorsUpholsteryWork Wear

And countless other products.



Promotional OpportunitiesYou can reach thousands of buyers when you take advantage of advertising opportunities in print and online, as well as through signage/event sponsorships at the show. Target marketing with these proven, cost-effective traffic drivers draws attention to your booth and maximize your exhibiting experience for the best return on your investment

Advertising – Benefit from more than 13 million media impressions, including:

•Specialty Fabrics Review, the leading trade magazine, in coverage before, during and after the show

•TheofficialIFAIExpoAmericas2012website: www.ifaiexpo.com

•IFAIExpoGuide2012,distributedonsiteto every attendee

•Worldwidepromotiontoprospectiveattendeesinthe registration brochure and other communications

•IFAIExpoAmericas2012VIPpasses

•Industrymagazines,newslettersandbrochures

Sponsorships offer opportunities for distinct marketing and competitive advantages without any waste. This is a compelling complement to your other marketing programs, in addition to having a dramatic

Companies exhibiting in Baltimore in 2011 may elect to add additional space in 2012 for just $100 per 100 square feet.

influence on your customer relations. It’s also an affordable way for smaller companies to gain high visibility with thousands of onsite prospects.

Set the stage for an increase in brand loyalty, and reinforce your image as an important supplier to this targeted group of pacesetters. Take advantage of value-added opportunities through special benefits for advertisers, exhibitors and sponsors at www.ifai.com/integratedmedia/resources/bonusopportunities.

Maximize your booth traffic with high-visibility sponsorships, and bonus publicity in the IFAI Expo Guide and Specialty Fabrics Review.



EXHIBIT SPACE RATES

BOOTH SIZE/TYPE

IFAI MEMBER

RATE

IFAI MEMBER

RATE

IFAI NON-

MEMBERS

IFAI NON-

MEMBERS

on/before April 1

after April 1

before April 1

after April 1

HEIGHT RESTRICTION 8 ft. (2.44m)

10’ x 10’ Standard (3.05m x 3.05m)$2,820 $3,120 $3,120 $3,420

10’ x 10’ Corner (3.05m x 3.05m) $3,035 $3,330 $3,430 $3,335

HEIGHT RESTRICTION varies, contact IFAI

10’ x 20’ Island (3.05m x 6.1m) $6,205 $6,595 $6,555 $6,945

10’ x 30’ Island (3.05m x 9.14m) $8,180 $8,625 $8,480 $8,925

20’ x 20’ Island (6.1m x 6.1m) $9,980 $10,580 $10,780 $11,300

20’ x 30’ Island (6.1m x 9.14m) $14,805 $15,545 $15,605 $16,345

20’ x 40’ Island (6.1m x 12.2m) $18,980 $19,690 $19,780 $20,490

30’ x 30’ Island (9.14m x 9.14m) $21,995 $23,000 $22,795 $23,800

20’ x 50’ Island (6.1m x 15.24m) $23,120 $24,210 $23,920 $25,010

30’ x 40’ Island (9.14m x 12.2m) $27,815 $28,515 $28,815 $29,515

30’ x 50’ Island (9.14m x 15.24m) $34,805 $35,235 $36,305 $36,035

40’ x 40’ Island (12.2m x 12.2m) $37,135 $38,335 $38,135 $39,335

Book Your Booth!“Everyone who’s anyone” attends IFAI Expo Americas, making this show a high-ROI for exhibitors. Download the exhibit contract online at www.ifaiexpo.com/exh_pricing.cfm.

Reserve your booth now•Theearlieryoudecide,themoreIFAIcanhelpyou

promote your booth to targeted buyer audiences.

•“Earlybird”discountsexpire1April2012.

IFAI Expo Americas 2012 Show-at-a-Glance Boston Convention & Exhibition Center415 Summer StreetSouth Boston, Massachusetts 02210Tel: 781.434.7499Fax: 781.464.4851

Exhibit HoursWednesday, 7 Nov. 10 am–5 pmThursday, 8 Nov. 10 am–5 pmFriday, 9 Nov. 10 am–3 pm

Headquarters HotelThe Westin Boston Waterfront is connected tothe Convention Center.

Book your hotel room early at one of the conference sponsor hotels for discounted rates and availability.

Let IFAI simplify your exhibiting experienceFor booth registration, sponsorship information or to advertise in IFAI Expo Americas 2012 publications:

800 225 4324 (U.S. & Canada)+1 651 222 [email protected]

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Why Boston? Contact IFAI TodayBoston consistently ranks at or near the top of attendees’ favorite convention cities. In addition to Boston’s geographical location, which makes it an ideal and easy gateway for both national and international access, the Greater Boston region is a unique mix of historic culture and modern change. Gleaming skyscrapers, luxurious hotels, and world-class tourist stops are the crown jewels of Greater

Boston. World-renowned museums, rich history, and close proximity to the beaches of Cape Cod and the White and Green Mountains are just some of the characteristics that define Greater Boston. From boutiques on Newbury Street to the old-fashioned charm of Charles Street, most everything in the area is easily accessible along the nation’s oldest transit system - the “T.”

Boston’s geographical location is an ideal gateway for national and international access.

About IFAIFounded in 1912, IFAI is today comprised of over 1,800 member companies in 54 countries. It is the only trade association in the world representing the entire specialty fabrics industry, supporting its global membership with world-class trade shows, conferences and workshops. IFAI also reaches out to worldwide readers via six award-winning niche market publications attracting 157,000 loyal readers in print and online. And IFAI’s monthly Worldwide International e-newsletters are read by 59,000 email subscribers.

IFAI is organized into 11 defined niche end-market divisions including safety and technical products, geosynthetics, fabric structures, fabric graphics, narrow fabrics, marine, tarp/truck covers, tent rental and awnings. Members' products span the spectrum of the specialty fabrics industry, from fiber and fabric suppliers to manufacturers of end products, equipment and hardware. As it approaches its centenary in 2012, IFAI continues to increase its presence worldwide, serving as a gateway to world markets for our members.

800 225 4324 (U.S. & Canada)+1 651 222 [email protected]

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About JECThe JEC Group is dedicated to distributing information about composites, connecting science, technology and business. JEC provides technological content and connection services to industrial companies and users through five key fields of expertise: information, training, innovation promotion, publications and platforms for exchange. Today the JEC Group represents the sector’s leading global network with 200,000 professionals of 96 nationalities.

“The American market is very important. We are pleased about the alliance with IFAI. Both groups are trade organizations fully committed to their industries. Both are experts of their sectors and produce high-value information products. Together we will deliver a strategic event.”

Frederique Mutel President and CEO The JEC Group

©2012 Industrial Fabrics Association International. 9.29.2011 Produced and printed in the United States.

IFAI Expo Americas 2012 is a selected participant in the International Buyer Program.

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