Exhibition Construction Engineer
Trade show exhibits and trade show models
Concept・Design・Development・Manufacturing
Ooh, aah, wow! - The engineering office Glaser develops and manufactures a unique customer magnet for you. As an eye-catcher it draws visitors' attention to your booth with a curious “Ooh”. The advantages of your product become clear and tangible with an astonished “Aah”. With a final “Wow!” you, your product and your brand stay in mind.
Request a custom exhibit nowWhy an exhibit from Engineer Glaser?
We ensure that your product is presented impressively at the upcoming trade show and that the product benefits are visible at first glance - without you having to worry about technology, design or implementation. For this we develop and manufacture a trade show exhibit that impresses and remains memorable.
Johannes Glaser・+49 170 1079241・info@ingenieur-glaser.de
Innovation・Precision・Agility
- You receive concept, development, programming and manufacturing from a single source. This enables maximum agility and absolute planning reliability in trade show construction.
- Your presentation model is created in our machine shop, equipped with CNC milling and 3D printing, guaranteeing highest precision and top-quality.
- You benefit from decades of experience, combining creative marketing & design with deep expertise in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and software development.
- Already after the first online appointment or personal meeting you will receive a clear concept for presenting your product with a demonstration model.
- In the end you receive a customer magnet tailored to your target audience, that clearly communicates your product’s and brand’s benefits and generates leads.
In 5 steps to your custom trade show exhibit
Contact ➔ Initial meeting ➔ Concept ➔ Manufacturing ➔ Trade show
The first step to your trade show exhibit
Even faster by phone: Johannes Glaser +491701079241
Reference - Interactive trade show model with LED tubes
An interactive trade show model with over 3,000 installed LEDs draws the attention of visitors and illustrates the operating principle of safe distance measurement. Preprogrammed games and mechanically adjustable sensors invite visitors to discover the advantages of radar technology interactively.
Reference - Modular demonstration model for radar sensor
The functional model impressively demonstrates the benefits of radar-based distance measurement. Under transparent acrylic covers, several demonstrator modules simulate extreme weather conditions such as fog, dust, and rain. The radar sensor provides precise measurements that are visualized with a 3D graphic on a display.
Reference - Trade show exhibit with water and UV light
A hydro screw agitates the fluorescent granulate in the water. As the granulate slowly settles, the difference becomes apparent. On the protruding standard gasket, the granulate that fluoresces under UV light accumulates, while Freudenberg’s hygiene gasket remains completely residue-free.
From the idea to the finished trade show exhibit
The path to an impressive trade show demonstrator or interactive functional model begins with your wishes and ideas, whether you already have concrete concepts or would like to be inspired by us regarding product presentation. Together we develop a solid concept for a trade show model that showcases your product perfectly. You define the scope; our expertise fills the creative space in line with your wishes.
The virtual 3D model
The 3D model is the first step to making the exhibit tangible. It allows all details and functions to be implemented precisely according to your requirements.
The real trade show model
The finished trade show exhibit brings your vision into reality. With state-of-the-art technology and striking design, it becomes the highlight of your booth.
Manufacture of the exhibit in the metal and wood workshop
In the workshop, traditional craftsmanship and modern machining technology come together to bring your exhibit to life. Every detail is crafted with care so your presentation model not only convinces technically but also impresses visually. The use of modern machine tools ensures highest quality and reliable functionality.
Precisely tailored production of the model using CNC milling technology
Manufacture of the exhibit's special parts using modern 3D printing
Modern 3D printing processes enable the production of special parts with complex geometries that are hardly feasible with traditional methods. Durable and robust materials such as carbon-fiber-reinforced high-temperature nylon (PAHT-CF) are used, for example. This allows rapid prototype development and quick adjustments during the development process.
Assembly and wiring of the presentation model in the electrical workshop
The wiring of the demonstration model is carried out in the electrical workshop. All electronic components are professionally integrated and the control unit is connected with sensors, actuators and display elements. Professional measuring equipment checks the safe and reliable function of the model. Neat cable routing creates a solid basis for future expansions.
Programming of the demonstrator software
The specially developed software brings the exhibit to life. For time-critical applications, such as smooth LED effects, the highly efficient programming language C++ is used on microcontrollers. Dynamic visualizations on trade show displays or LED propellers are created using JavaScript, VB.NET or Swift on powerful mini-PCs. If your product is a sensor or actuator, it will be fully functionally integrated for an impressive product presentation.
Assembly of all components into an exhibit
When all components are brought together, mechanics, electronics and software merge into a perfectly coordinated overall system that combines functionality and design. Careful workmanship results in a visually appealing and technically reliable exhibit that will delight visitors at the trade show booth.
Commissioning and test runs of the functional model
The trade show exhibit is commissioned and intensively tested. Fine-tuning of mechanics, electronics and software is performed for maximum performance. Careful checking of all components and connections as well as long-term and stress tests ensure the reliable operation and longevity of the exhibit model.
Shipping of the trade show highlights in a custom-made transport crate
For the safe transport of the exhibit, a custom-made transport crate is manufactured, to the delight of any exhibition builder. Massive edge protection, practical quick-release fasteners and sturdy carrying handles simplify the quick assembly and disassembly of the exhibit. Soft padding and form-fitting fixation inside protect the display during transport.
Product presentation at the trade show booth
The exhibition model developed specifically for your trade show appearance impresses with its aesthetic design and striking visual effects that attract the attention of trade show visitors from a distance. This attractive effect creates an inviting atmosphere and provides opportunities for natural conversation starters with potential prospects.
Exhibition model for hygienic seals - Freudenberg booth at the drinktec trade fair in Munich
🥳️ At the drinktec trade fair in Munich, the Hygienic Seal Demonstrator attracts visitors to the Freudenberg booth. Under UV light it becomes visible how crucial hygienic seals are for cleanliness and process safety.
🙏️ A big thank you to the Hygienic Seal team at Freudenberg for the trusting and appreciative collaboration. The close exchange and strong teamwork made this project a success in a very short time. Thank you for the refreshing meetings, the personal visits to my workshop, and the warm welcome at the booth.
🌊 Freudenberg – Manufacturer of Hygienic Seals
https://www.fst.com/
🎬 Behind the Scenes – Exhibition Model Production
https://ingenieur-glaser.de/hygienic-seal-demonstrator/
🧲 Customer magnets for your trade fair booth – Ooh, Aah, Wow!
Ooh – attracts visitors
Aah – makes benefits clear
Wow! – anchors brand & product
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Involved in customer conversations, the interactive demonstrator illustrates the functionality of your product and invites interaction. In doing so, product benefits are not only understood but experienced up close. Programmed shows and playful elements lighten the atmosphere and create a positive trade show experience that is remembered.
The exhibition model becomes the central highlight of your booth - an eye-catcher that not only impresses technically but also leaves a lasting impression and opens up new opportunities.
Request a custom exhibit nowSuccess story and feedback on an exhibition model
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Exhibition exhibits, exhibition models and functional models for trade shows in Nuremberg, Frankfurt and Munich
The innovative exhibition models from Ingenieur Glaser make their way to some of the most renowned industry events. There they captivate with impressive design and technical precision. These technology trade fairs exemplify the variety of applications that we support with our exhibits and models, among others:
- SPS Trade Fair - Nuremberg
Industrial automation, mechanical engineering and digital technologies. - embedded world - Nuremberg
Technologies for embedded systems, microcontrollers and IoT. - Sensor + Test - Nuremberg
International trade fair for sensors, test benches, measurement and testing technology. - Light + Building - Frankfurt am Main
Trade fair for lighting, electrical engineering and building automation. - electronica - Munich
Leading international trade fair for electronic components, systems and applications. - productronica - Munich
Electronics manufacturing, production systems and the manufacturing industry. - Automatica - Munich
Trade fair for automation, robotics and machine vision. - drinktec Trade Fair - Munich
World-leading trade fair for the beverage and liquid-food industry, process engineering and packaging. - FMB - Suppliers' Fair for Mechanical Engineering - Augsburg
Components and systems for plant engineering and mechanical engineering.
Customer testimonials - How the trade fair appearance became a success
Sophie Platzer
Marketing Manager
"Johannes combines creativity, design and technical know-how in one person. From planning to fabrication to the practical transport case, he implemented everything with great commitment and a lot of attention to detail. Thank you for the extremely professional collaboration!"
Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Daniel Evers
Head of Product
"Within a very short time a masterpiece was created that far exceeded our expectations of robustness and user-friendliness. I have never encountered such strong commitment, technical ingenuity and universal competence in one person before."
Your project, my passion - Let's get started!
Take the opportunity to elevate your next trade fair appearance with an innovative demonstrator. Whether an innovative exhibition exhibit, a modern IoT demonstrator or a functional demo model - we develop and manufacture a unique trade fair model that makes your brand and your product a highlight at the next trade fair.
From the conceptual idea through technological implementation to integration into the final exhibition stand, you receive everything from a single source. We rely on forward-looking presentation technologies, precise manufacturing processes and years of experience in automation technology, mechanical engineering and trade fair communication.
Equip your booth with a customer magnet that delights your visitors, clearly visualizes the benefits of your product and leaves a lasting impression with a WOW effect.
Contact us now to bring your custom trade fair project to life!
Looking forward to hearing from you, Johannes Glaser
Exhibition models that make an impression
Exhibition exhibit for hygienic seal with water - Trade show construction
Noble exhibition exhibit made from an acrylic column filled with water that, using granulate and UV light, makes the advantages of a hygienic seal visible.
Functional model for safety sensor with LED strips - Trade show construction
Interactive demonstration model illustrating the advantages of a dual radar measurement path for safe and reliable distance measurement.
Trade show model for radar sensor with display - Trade show construction
Modular trade show model of a robust measurement path that accurately measures distances through water, dust, and plastic with a radar sensor and displays them on a screen.
FAQ on the development and manufacture of an exhibition model
We are happy to answer your questions immediately, directly and personally in a phone call.
How can I request an exhibition model from Ingenieur Glaser?
Requesting a custom exhibition model is very easy. A short phone call helps us gather initial ideas, concepts and requirements for your functional model or interactive exhibition object. Alternatively, you can reach us by e-mail or via our online contact form. Afterwards we offer you a non-binding consultation - whether online, by phone or in person - to tailor your project precisely to your goals. Based on your specifications we create an initial concept with a rough cost estimate. Once all details are finalized, you will receive a transparent offer that covers all project phases: from development and manufacturing to programming, testing and a custom transport case. During the entire realization phase we keep you regularly informed. This allows us to gather your feedback on completed partial sections and ensure the final result perfectly matches your expectations.
How long does the development of an exhibition model take?
The development time for an exhibition model or a functional display item depends on complexity, functionality and design. Typically the timeframe ranges from a few weeks up to around half a year. To ensure your demo model is ready in time for your trade fair appearance, it is advisable to start early. Efficient processes in functional model construction, highly precise CNC manufacturing and modern 3D printing methods enable rapid implementation. In addition, we can flexibly make adjustments during the development phase. Regular updates keep you informed of the current progress at all times.
How does the initial consultation proceed and what should I prepare for it?
The initial consultation is completely non-binding and individually tailored to your situation. During a personal conversation - whether by phone, online or on site - we ask targeted questions to understand your product, its unique selling points and the benefit for your customers. We contribute our own ideas, concepts and initial solution approaches, but are equally open to your ideas and wishes. No special preparations are required on your part. It is only important that you know your product and the benefit for your target audience. Together we then develop a suitable concept step by step, which is continuously refined through iterative exchange - resulting in a bespoke presentation model that convincingly showcases your brand.
How much does developing a trade show model cost?
The cost of a trade show exhibit varies depending on size, functionality, material selection, and technical requirements. Typically, investments are in the lower to mid five-figure range. After a detailed initial consultation, we will provide a customized quote that covers all steps - from the first concept idea, development, electronics, sensors, software programming, model making and assembly to comprehensive testing and a sturdy, custom transport case. This gives you a complete cost estimate up front.
What types of trade show models are there?
There is a wide range: from interactive functional models with sensors and live data to technology demonstrators for product visualization to static display objects for clear product presentation. Whether a simple foam mock-up, a fully functional prototype, or a highly specialized technology demonstrator - we realize a concept that brings your brand to life on the trade show booth. Mechanical, electronic, and software-based components can be combined so that your exhibit becomes a true trade show highlight.
What materials are used for trade show exhibits?
High-quality materials that guarantee durability and stability are used for your display: wood, aluminum, acrylic, stainless steel, plastics, or carbon-fiber-reinforced composites. Complex geometries are produced using 3D printing. We match material and color choices precisely to your branding and trade show concept so that your model convinces not only technically but also visually.
Can the trade show model be customized to my brand?
Yes, your demonstration model can be precisely adapted to your corporate design. Colors, logo, claims, and brand messages can be integrated as well as custom shapes, materials, and finishes. Software interfaces, interactive shows, or LED effects are also designed so that your brand is staged authentically. The result is a unique trade show object that captivates your visitors from the start and clearly communicates your brand identity.
Can my product be fully functional within a presentation model?
If you want your product to be experienced on-site, we are happy to integrate its full functionality. Sensors, actuators, displays, or controls can be installed so that visitors directly experience your product features. Realistic simulations of operational processes convey a deep understanding of your technology and create an effective product demonstration directly at the booth.
Which industries benefit most from trade show models?
A professional functional model or technology demonstrator pays off for many industries. In the automotive industry, complex driver assistance systems or electric drives can be made tangible. Manufacturing, plant engineering and medical technology benefit from the illustrative visualization of technical processes. For electronics, IoT, mechanical engineering, robotics, and aerospace, interactive trade show models offer clear added value by making complex technologies tangible. Display pieces are also a valuable investment for architecture and construction.
What advantages does a demonstrator offer for my booth?
A carefully designed exhibit acts as a powerful customer magnet. It attracts attention from a distance, makes it easier to start conversations, and promotes dialogue with potential prospects. Through clear product visualization, interaction, and experiential communication, your visitors immediately understand the unique aspects of your product - a lasting impression that has a lasting effect and supports lead generation.
How interactive can display pieces be designed?
The scope for design is large: from mechanically moving parts to touch-sensitive surfaces, from LED visualizations to AR and VR integration. Sensors can detect gestures, movements, or proximity. Through gamification elements, puzzles, or small competitions you can make your booth even more lively. Audio and video elements expand the multisensory experience. This lets your visitors experience your product in a playful, illustrative, and memorable way.