Banner Stands and Banner Graphics

Banner stands are a low cost alternative for the exhibitor who is looking for a large graphic area. These versatile displays can be set up very quickly, which is appealing for many who exhibit at trade shows. They are also extremely lightweight and easy to ship, which makes them a low cost alternative to heavier backwall displays.

Banner stands come in many shapes and sizes, but the most common types are tension pole banner stands, retractable banner stands, tension fabric banner stands, and telescoping banner stands. Tension pole banner stands hold the graphic tight between the two ends of a pole that has been placed under tension. Retractable banner stands come with the graphic rolled up inside the base, and you simply unroll the graphic and hook it to a pole on top to place it under tension. Tension fabric banner stands consist of an aluminum frame with a dye sub graphic stretched around it.

Banner stands almost always weigh less than 20 pounds, and many weigh as little as 5 pounds. When you are in need of a display solution that can be shipped cheaply all over the country (or even internationally), the banner stand is an excellent solution.

In general, most exhibitors prefer retractable banner stands. They are easy to use, lightweight, and very durable, which makes them an excellent long-term choice for the exhibitor who is consistently attending shows. Tension Pole Banner Stands are usually cheaper, because they require less parts, but the graphic is not as well supported, which means they are often less durable.