Frequently Asked Questions

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The Visual Impact Image Expos provide opportunities for people from industries such as Sign Makers, Screen Printers, Engravers, Printers, Trophy and Award, Digital designers and Architects and other associated industries to meet with suppliers and learn new technologies, which are being introduce to make their jobs easier.

Visitors

Can everyone in the industry benefit from attending?
All levels of people working in the industry, from management to apprentices can benefit from attending the exhibition.  There is a lot to learn in the ever changing work of digital signage and graphics and you will have the chance to see many facets of the industry equipment.  If you are working in the industry, do not miss the chance to increase your knowledge and contacts.
Can I evaluate products and suppliers at the exhibitions?
You can compile a wide range of competitive information on products and suppliers in a short amount of time. According to research, decision makers name trade shows as an 'extremely useful' source of purchasing information that any other media.
Can I register in advance?
Yes, simply click on the link below and it will take you to the Pre-Registration site. You can collect your visitors badge at the exhibition.
Can I register on arrival?
Yes. Registrations are available at the entry to the exhibition. Although to save time, we recommend registering online prior to the exhibition.
Can I see screenprinting equipment, alternative and traditional equipment?
Screen printers will see the largest display of screen printing equipment ever assembled in Australia. Graphic, industrial and textile screen printing products will be available for viewing. Suppliers have been invited from the following areas; industrial (membrane, touch panels etc), textiles (garments, t-shirts, yardage etc), graphics (posters, rigid plastic, polycarbonate etc), decals, electronics (CD’s, circuit boards etc), specialty printing (pens, stubby holders, key rings etc) inks and all other consumables associated with the screen printing industry.
Can I see what’s new?
Yes, Exhibitions are a recognised launch pad for new products, and an extremely time-efficient way to keep up to date with the latest innovations.
Can I see wide format digital imaging in process?
Regardless of the size of your printer and if using it for display or proofing – this exhibition is for you. No where else will you see in one place, the variety of medium, wide, large and grand format printers. This will be the largest display of the wide format printers in Australia and New Zealand. A variety of inks, media and other consumables available for these printers will make for interesting comparisons for members of this industry.
Is parking available at the venues?
Yes. All our exhibitions have close by parking facilities and ample parking on-site and within short walking distance.
Is there a charge to enter the Visual Impact Image Expos?
No. Entry to the exhibition is free.
What about hotel accommodation? Where are most people staying?
We recommend booking through Lido Accommodation web link below.
We hand select all our venues for the benefits to visitors and exhibitors alike, so you will find many choices of various style accommodations to suit all budgets.  There are plenty of restaurants, cafes, bars and entertainment close by.
Click here for online booking
What are the reasons to visit the VIIE exhibitions?
  • To consolidate business relationships
  • To solve specific problems
  • To find new markets
  • To appoint agents/seek principals
  • To discuss specific terms/conditions/pricing
  • To obtain technical knowledge
  • To discuss business needs in a neutral environment
What can I learn?
A number of educational seminars and workshops will be held throughout the exhibition and run to educate all levels of the industry.
What exhibitions are held each year?

A. There are three major exhibitions with seminars and conferences.

  • Visual Impact Image Expo Sydney (held every year)
  • Visual Impact Image Expo Gold Coast (held every 2nd year)
  • Visual Impact Image Expo Melbourne (held every 2nd year)

Whilst the Gold Coast and Melbourne exhibitions alternate on an annual alternate basis, the Sydney is held annually and has grown to be the southern hemisphere’s largest exhibition for the sign, screen and related industries.

What type of sign making equipment is on display?
A wide variety of signage products will be displayed including the latest in routing machines.
Who do I talk to if I want more information?
Help is at hand, simply go to our contacts page email us and all your questions will be answered.
Who should attend Visual Impact Image Expo?
Everyone associated with signs, screen printing, digital imaging and signmaking: directors, managers, production, sales, technical and development personnel should all attend.
Why have an exhibition on visual sign and graphics?
This exhibition provides opportunities for people from Industries such as sign makers, screen printers, engravers, printers, trophy and award, digital designers and architects and other associated industries to meet with Suppliers and learn new technologies, which are being introduced to make their jobs easier.
Why should I attend the exhibitions?
The Visual Impact Image Expos are industry focused and provide opportunities for visitors to meet with suppliers of screen printing, wide format digital imaging and sign making.
Why should I visit the exhibition?
There are many ways of sourcing product and supplier information, but only exhibitions allow you to put a suppliers’ claims comprehensively to the test easily and cost effectively – by examining the products for yourself, questioning their creators, and comparing and contrasting their performance.
Will a visit help staff keep abreast of industry developments?
Exhibitions are a rich source of new ideas and applications and, as such, play an important role in strategic planning and business generation.

Exhibitors

I am looking at exhibiting at one of the exhibitions, where can I find more information?
Please visit our website for all the information you need.
Should I build a custom stand or use a shell scheme?
Each exhibitor has their own budget and needs, and this will reflect the type of stand you build. So, the answer is not a simple one, as it is based on your budget and the image you wish to project.
However whether you budget is large or small the visitors will still be at the exhibition and its your job to stop them on your stand.