+HOUSEWARES SHOW McCORMICK PLACE CHICAGO, ILLINOIS … QF_Housewares... · 2017. 1. 26. · 2017 International Home + Housewares Show C/O Freeman 2500 West 35th Street Chicago, IL

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SERVICE INFORMATIONBOOTH EQUIPMENTTo improve the overall appearance of the show, IHA requires that all in-line and peninsula exhibitors provide a fi nished backwall or acceptable backdrop 8 feet (minimum) in height and extending the entire length of the booth space. Exhibitors with backwalls less than 8 feet high may be required to provide acceptable cosmetic masking extending the entire length of the backwall up to the 8 foot minimum height at their own expense. Sidewalls are allowed, but not required. Sidewalls may go to the height and length set for their confi guration - there is no minimum height or length. However, it will be the exhibitor's responsibility to have the backside of the sidewalls fl ush and fi nished.

To assist the attendees in identifying booths, IHA requires exhibitors to indicate their company name and booth number on signage incorporated into the booth structure.

UTILITY SERVICES AND ACCESSIf an exhibitor requires utility services, the utility port must be available in the booth space assigned. For safety, utility services will not be accessed from the aisle.

For inline or peninsula booths, utility services will be supplied at the back of the booth whenever possible. Exhibitors should allow a 1 foot unobstructed corridor in the back and 6 inches on one side of their space to allow passage for necessary cable and maintenance personnel. If a utility corridor is not provided, the booth structure may need to be repositioned. Charges or costs incurred will be the responsibility of the exhibitor.

EXHIBIT HALL CARPETThe exhibit area is NOT carpeted; Exhibitors are required to provide an acceptable fl oor covering in their booth space. However‚ IHA will carpet the aisles in the following colors:

Dine + Decor Expo - South Building, Level 3Category Color: Cook + Bakeware .......................................................... Gray Tabletop, Kitchen Essentials + Accents .............Black Tweed Clean + Contain Expo, - North Building, Level 3 (Hall B1)Category Color: Cleaning, Home Organization + Bath Accessories ............... Gray Discover Design ........................................................... Black

International Sourcing Expo- North Building, Level 1 (Hall C1)Category Color: International Pavilion ..................................................... Gray

Wired + Well Expo - Lakeside Center, Level 3Category Color: Electrics + Home Healthcare .............................Black Tweed

Note: No portion of an exhibit structure or fl oor covering may extend beyond the assigned fl oor space. DISCOUNT PRICE DEADLINE DATEOrder early to take advantage of advance order discount rates. Place your order online by THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2017.

INTERNATIONAL HOME +HOUSEWARES SHOW

MARCH 18-21, 2017McCORMICK PLACECHICAGO, ILLINOIS

(405219)

8201 West 47th StreetMcCook, Illinois 60525

1-773-473-7080 • Fax: [email protected]

THE POWER OF FREEMAN ONLINE IN THE PALM OF YOUR HANDIntroducing Freeman Online Mobile, providing you with all the right tools to ensure a seamless execution at show site, from move-in to move-out. Download the app today at folmobile.freemanco.com to:

• Access important show information• Place orders for Freeman products and services at show site• Track Freeman freight• Receive Assistance through Concierge Services• Receive Notifi cations• Expedite the move out process• Access invoices after the show

2017www.housewares.orgmccormick place, chicago

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SHOW SCHEDULEEXHIBITOR MOVE-INFor more information and helpful hints on preshow procedures and move-in, please go to www.freemanco.com/preshowFAQ.

Thursday, March 9, 2017 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Lakeside Ctr. (Hall D)Friday, March 10, 2017 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Lakeside Ctr. (Hall D)Friday, March 10, 2017 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. South Bldg. (Hall A), North Bldg. (Hall B) Monday, March 13, 2017 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. South Bldg. (Hall A), North Bldg. (Hall B) & Lakeside Ctr. (Hall D)Tuesday, March 14, 2017 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. South Bldg. (Hall A), North Bldg. (Hall B) & Lakeside Ctr. (Hall D), Including North Bldg. (Hall C)Wednesday, March 15, 2017 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. All BuildingsThursday, March 16, 2017 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. All Buildings*Friday, March 17, 2017 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. All Buildings

Booth structures must be completely set and all empties removed by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 17, 2017.

*Exhibitors may work later on Friday, March 17, 2017, if necessary. All exhibit halls are dark on Saturday, March 11, 2017 and Sunday, March 12, 2017.

EXHIBIT HOURSSaturday, March 18, 2017 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.*Sunday, March 19, 2017 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.*Monday, March 20, 2017 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.*Tuesday, March 21, 2017 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.*Power Hour: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. on Saturday - Monday. An opportunity to extend buyer meetings an additional hour after the 5:30 p.m. close.

EXHIBITOR MOVE-OUT

For more information and helpful hints on post show procedures and move-out, please go to www.freemanco.com/postshowFAQ

Tuesday, March 21, 2017 3:01 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. All BuildingsWednesday, March 22, 2017 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. All Buildings Thursday, March 23, 2017 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. All Buildings *North Bldg Hall C1 Must Be Cleared by 2:00 p.m.Friday, March 24, 2017 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Lakeside CenterFriday, March 24, 2017 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon South & North BuildingsSaturday, March 25, 2017 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon Lakeside Center only

South Building & North BuildingAll materials must be packed, Material Handling Agreements submitted and freight removed by 12:00 Noon, Friday, March 24, 2017. Any materials remaining after 12:00 Noon on Friday, March 24, 2017 will be rerouted at the exhibitor's expense.All carriers for the South Building & North Building must check-in no later than Friday, March 24, 2017 at 8:00 a.m.

Lakeside CenterAll materials must be packed, Material Handling Agreements submitted and freight removed by 12:00 Noon, Saturday, March 25, 2017. Any materials remaining after 12:00 Noon on Saturday, March 25, 2017 will be rerouted at the exhibitor's expense.All carriers for Lakeside Center must check-in no later than Saturday, March 25, 2017 at 8:00 a.m.

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SERVICE CENTER HOURS AND LOCATIONS

All Buildings:Thursday, March 9, 2017 .............................................................................8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.* Friday, March 10, 2017 ............................................................................... 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.*Monday, March 13, 2017 - Thursday, March 16, 2017................................. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday, March 17, 2017 ................................................................................ 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Saturday, March 18, 2017 - Monday, March 20, 2017 ................................ 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Tuesday, March 21, 2017 ............................................................................ 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 22, 2017 - Friday, March 24, 2017 ............................... 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Saturday, March 25, 2017 ........................................................................... 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.**Lakeside Center Only

LOCATIONS:South Hall A - South Building Exhibit Floor, 1 Level below Food Pod

North Hall B - North Building, Level 2, Room N230

Lakeside Hall D - Lakeside Center, Level 2, Room E252

SERVICE CONTRACTOR CONTACTS / INFORMATION:FREEMAN FREEMAN EXHIBIT TRANSPORTATION8201 West 47th Street 1-800-995-3579 Toll Free US & CanadaMcCook, Illinois 60525 1-817-607-5100 Local & International1-773-473-7080 fax 1-469-621-5603 1-469-621-5810 Fax

MONEY SAVING TIP WHEN ORDERING SERVICESExhibitors can order many Freeman services in advance in 3 ways - electronically, FAX or Mail. If ordered by THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2017, discounts will apply. To get a better discount, exhibitors are encouraged to order electronically through Freeman Online.

FREEMAN ONLINE®

Place your order online by THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2017 and get the lowest discount rate available.

Our Internet online ordering service‚ Freeman OnLine®‚ is available for your convenience to order all Freeman Services, view the Show schedule, or print order forms. Once your Show is available online, you will receive an email which includes a direct link to Freeman OnLine®. To access Freeman OnLine® without using the email link, go to www.freemanco.com/store.

To place online orders you will be required to enter your unique Login ID and Password. If this is your fi rst time to use Freeman OnLine®, there is also an option to create an account.

NOTE: If you have ordered Freeman services for your booth previously, you are able to duplicate that order with a simple click. Look for this option in the left hand margin on the screen that lists all the Freeman services available for the show.

If you need assistance with Freeman OnLine® please call our Customer Support Center:

U.S. and Canada at 1-888-508-5054International at 1-817-607-5000

Or email [email protected]

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SHIPPING INFORMATIONWarehouse Shipping Address: Exhibiting Company Name Booth # ________ Building ___________ 2017 International Home + Housewares Show C/O Freeman 2500 West 35th Street Chicago, IL 60632Freeman will accept crated, boxed or skidded material from Thursday, February 9, 2017 through Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at the above address.

Warehouse receiving hours are 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

Show Site Shipping Address: Exhibiting Company Name Booth # ________ Building ___________ 2017 International Home + Housewares Show C/O Freeman McCormick Place 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60616

Show site freight must be delivered on your assigned scheduled target date and time. Please reference the Target Schedule that will be available online.

POST SHOW SHIPPING INFORMATIONExhibitors are encouraged to prepare their outbound paper work (Material Handling Agreement and bills of lading) before you arrive for the Show. By doing so, your Material Handling form and labels will be delivered to your booth before the close of the Show.

The outbound shipping form can be completed online by logging into Concierge Elite (www.freemanco.com/store) or by contacting the Freeman Exhibitor Services Department at 1-773-473-7080 or via email at [email protected].

Exhibitors are responsible for contacting their freight carrier (including FedEx and UPS) to arrange for pickup after the Show. Be sure that the carrier knows the company name and booth number.

Note: Items not ordered through the Offi cial Show Vendors may be subject to material handling charges and are the responsibility of the Exhibitor.

LABOR INFORMATIONIf utilizing Freeman labor, please refer to the Installation & Dismantle order form to place your order for Display Labor. Straight time and Overtime hours are also listed on the order form. Exhibitors supervising Freeman labor will need to pick up and release their labor at the Service Desk.

CLEANING/PORTER SERVICEFreeman is the exclusive cleaning contractor. No other cleaning services, including exhibitor appointed contractors or installation and dismantle companies, will be allowed to perform these services.

ASSISTANCEWe want you to have a successful show. If we can be of assistance‚ please call our Exhibitor Services Department at 1-773-473-7080.

TELL US WHAT YOU THINKFreeman is committed to providing great customer service. To help us serve you more effectively in the future, please visit http://feedback.freemanco.com/?405219 upon the completion of your Show to provide feedback. Your input will provide the insight to ensure that our customer service is in line with your expectations.

NOTE: All trucks should check-in at the

McCormick Place Marshaling Yard on 31st

Street. See map and directions in your

service manual.

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NOTE: Any shipment that has a single piece that weighs over 5,000 lbs. MUST have that shipment delivered direct to Show Site and NOT to Freeman’s Advance

FREEMAN GENERAL INFORMATION TRANSLATION SERVICEFreeman is pleased to offer a new service for our international exhibitors that provides quick interpretation and translation in 150 languages. This service will not only interpret for us on a three-way conversation, but also translate emails from customers. To access this service you may contact Freeman Chicago Exhibitor Services at 1-773-473-7080 or Freeman’s Customer Support Center at 1-888-508-5054.

HELPFUL HINTS

SAVE MONEYOrder early to take advantage of advance order discount rates, place your order online by THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2017.

AVOID DELAYShip early to avoid delays. Shipments arriving late at show site will cost you money, time and business!

SAFETY TIPSUse a ladder, not a chair. Standing on chairs, tables and other rental furniture is unsafe and can cause injury to you or to others. These objects are not designed to support your standing weight.

Be aware of your surroundings. You are in an active work area with changing conditions duringmove-in and move-out. Pay attention. Look for obstacles, machinery and equipment that are in use.

Keep your eyes open for scooters and forklifts. The drivers of these vehicles may not be able to see you.

Stay clear of dock areas, trucks and trailers. These areas can be particularly dangerous.

Prevent electrical shocks, falling items and damage to materials. Do not attach items or equipment to the drapes or metal framework provided for your booth. This can cause serious injury or damage to materials.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the exhibit hall during installation and dismantle.

Freeman does not ship or handle Hazardous Materials. If any materials you are shipping to the event fall into this category, please contact Freeman to be sure that the material will be allowed at the facility and by the association. In addition, if authorized by the facility and the association, you will need to make separate arrangements for the transport and handling of the approved materials, since Freeman will not transport or handle them.

The operation or use of all motorized lifts and motorized material handling equipment for installation/dismantle of exhibits is NOT permitted by exhibitors or by their exhibitor appointed contractors (EAC’s). Thank you for your cooperation.

EXHIBITOR ASSISTANCEFor more information and helpful hints on preshow procedures and move-in, please go to www.freemanco.com/preshowFAQ.

For more information and helpful hints on postshow procedures and move-out, please go to www.freemanco.com/postshowFAQ.

Call Freeman’s Exhibitor Services department at 1-773-473-7080 with any questions or needs you may have.

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