2011-03-21 10:00:00 GMT-05:00days / hours

March 21 - 24, 2011 McCormick Place South
Chicago, IL USA

Frequently Asked Questions

If you're interested in exhibiting
General Information
About the Virtual Trade Show (VTS) at www.promatshow.com

I. If you're interested in exhibiting?

Who attends ProMat 2011?
MHIA attendees represent companies involved in manufacturing, warehousing, logistics and distribution, with the majority of the Fortune 500 represented. Approximately 46% of attendees come from top corporate and senior management with another 27% coming from middle management. Click here for a partial list of companies who attend. Click here to access attendee demographic information.

Who exhibits at ProMat 2011?
You can access the searchable list of exhibitors by clicking here. To obtain a list of all exhibitors, scroll down to the end of the exhibitor search page and click on find all.

How is ProMat 2011 promoted to attendees?
The ProMat 2011 attendee marketing campaign will be the largest in the event's history. This integrated campaign will include direct mail, print and web advertising, e-mail, public relations and social media and will reach more material handling & logistics buyers than ever before. Communications will be targeted to the buyer's specific product and solution center interest. Click here for more information.

What do I need to do to reserve exhibit space?
Please visit the Exhibitor section of the site for information on the benefits exhibiting and peruse the show floor plan to select your exhibit space. For specific information on booth pricing, payment details, exhibitor requirements and to reserve your exhibit space contact MHIA show sales via email or at 800-345-1815/704-676-1190.

What happens if my booth selections are not available?
Contact the ProMat 2011 Sales Staff at 800-345-1815/704-676-1190 and they will work with you to provide alternative booth choices.

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II. General Information

What are the exhibit floor hours?
Monday, March 21, 10:00 am - 5:00 PM
Tuesday, March 22, 10:00 am - 5:00 PM
Wednesday, March 23, 10:00 am - 5:00 PM
Thursday, March 24, 10:00 am - 3:00 PM

How do I get listed in the Official Show Directory?
Once your exhibit is reserved, you will be given a username and password with which to go to www.promatshow.com/listing to add to or update your show directory and online listing. Each exhibitor can be listed under 45 product categories and under the solution center in which they are exhibiting. For listing(s) submitted after the October 15, 2010 deadline, your company name will be listed as it appears on your Application for Exhibit Space and your company will not be listed under any product categories. If you don't have your username and password, click here to request it.

What do I do with my username and password?
Go to www.promatshow.com/listing and enter your username and password. This will enable you to enter your company listing for the Official Show Directory and the online directory. Once you have submitted your listing, you can upgrade your listing with a showcase virtual booth on www.promatshow.com. You can also use your username and password to utilize My Show to organize and plan your time at ProMat 2011.

How do I know what show hotels still have availability?
Click here for a complete list of show hotels and to make an online reservation. Click here for complete travel information to ProMat 2011.

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III. About www.promatshow.com

What are the benefits to exhibitors of www.promatshow.com?
ProMatShow.com is the virtual extension of the ProMat 2011 event. Once you elect to participate as an exhibitor, your company will be included on ProMatShow.com where visitors can browse your virtual booth 24 hours a day, every day of the year. ProMatShow.com allows attendees to search for exhibitors by product category, keyword, company name, etc. My Show also allows material handling and logistics buyers to request information from exhibiting companies and create personal agendas when planning their visit to ProMat 2011. Every exhibitor in ProMat 2011 gets a free listing on www.promatshow.com and ProMat 2011 offers exhibitors the opportunity to upgrade their online listings to a showcase booth listing at very economical pricing. Contact Melissa Auer at 800-345-1815/704-676-1190 to learn more about this and other advertising opportunities.

What do I get for if I purchase a showcase listing ?
A Showcase listing on http://www.promatshow.com is a great way to increase your online exposure for very little investment. According to a study of Web traffic on MHIA show Web sites, showcase listings average 5 times more visits than standard listings.

A ProMat 2011 Showcase listing makes it easier for visitors to find your products and services. With a showcase, your listing will be highlighted in the exhibitor search results on ProMatShow.com. Showcase your solutions with photos, product literature and press releases. Include detailed information and video of your products. Provide visitors with multiple contacts so they can pose technical questions or make personal appointments to meet you on the show floor. You can also directly link to your Web site for more information. Contact Melissa Auer at 800-345-1815/704-676-1190 to learn more about this and other advertising opportunities.

When will my online showcase and/or search ad actually be put on the web site? How long will it stay online?
Online showcases and search ads will be placed within one week of your order and payment. They will remain online until March 2012.

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