Exhibition Model Makers

Why Exhibition Models?

Exhibition models are ideal for companies wishing to have eye-catching stands when attending shows and displays, or for demonstrations of products within the workplace. These can range from models that can be dismantled in order to explain their product, or simply for stunning visuals to attract the public at events. We have produced many exhibition models which have been used in prominent exhibitions worldwide.

Techniques used by our Exhibition Model Makers

As the requests for exhibition models are so varied, each model entails a wide range of model-making knowledge and background.

Wind turbine model showing all stages of a turbine assembly

Case Studies

Grain Dryer Exhibition Model

For instance, the production of a grain dryer model involved several different materials and processes, including traditional techniques such as the hand-finished touches of the grain and paintwork, to the more modern process of vacuum forming the corrugated sides and CNC machining.

This model was constructed using a variety of materials, incorporating Perspex, high-density model board and MDF.

Grain dryer model, grain dryer exhibition model

Exhibition Model for Mobile Phone

We have also supplied three large mobile phones for display on a stand in Barcelona. Standing at 2 metres tall, the frames for these exhibition models were manufactured from CNC machining fiberglass moulds. Using the experience of our model makers, we modified the customer’s CAD data to include cooling fans, as the large plasma screens were fully working; these had to be maintained at a constant, safe temperature. This involved fitting the electrical systems and ensuring the fixings of the screens, framework and stands were safe and secure for use at an exhibition.

2m Video camera exhibition model


Interactive mobile phone model

Exhibition Model for Turbines

As there is no strict rule for model making as quantities, size and design can differ immensely from job to job, each individual model has to be carefully considered with regards to its final use. A model of a turbine we manufactured for a power plant was to be used as a demonstration tool, requiring materials for the separate pieces to be robust in order to withstand repeated handling and assembly. Our model makers worked closely with our customer throughout the production to ensure the finished model would be suitable for the intended purpose.

Using traditional techniques such as hand painting, polishing and finishing on models such as these allows us to achieve a high presentation standard, which is essential in the appearance of the finished model for exhibitions.

Numerous methods of manufacture can be beneficial when producing exhibition models; this can be influenced by materials, cost efficiency and lead times.

Exhibition model of wind turbine power plant

Machining options to factor in exhibition model making;

• CNC machining – The large range of materials that can be CNC machined provides the customer with many options in order to achieve their aim. The aesthetics of how the final product should appear can often affect decisions on how to attain certain finishes, colours or design features using the materials properties to our advantage.
• Lead times – Whether we are manufacturing a rapid prototype or cnc machining a model from a specific material, reaching deadlines for exhibitions are imperative, therefore we are used to often working within short turnaround times.
• Intricate exhibition models are sometimes better suited to SLA and SLS rapid prototypes, as fine details can be easily created.
• Durability – Selective Laser Sintering models from nylon are extremely hard wearing, perfect for display models intended for disassembly and frequent handling.
• Materials can be adjusted as the exhibition models are being designed, if a large model can be completed from a hollow piece this can be more cost efficient compared to using solid pieces, as less material is being used and machining time is lower.

With the array of materials available, a broad range of machining capabilities and years of exhibition model making experience within our company we are highly skilled in being able to produce almost any model suitable for use in displays and exhibitions.