Exhibitor Resource Center
Thank you for joining us at Electric Expo 2026! This Exhibitor Resource Center contains important information related to your experience onsite at the Expo.
Key Contacts
The Electrical Association of Philadelphia
Trade Show Manager: Sarah Hagy (215) 200-6404 or Email Sarah
Exhibitor Services Manager: Mair Malfara (215) 870-7143 or Email Mair
Trade Show Operations: Matt Deibert (610) 825-1600 x1 or Email Matt
General Exposition Services (GES)
Tyler Nguyen: (610) 495-8866 or Email Tyler
Show Overview
Wednesday, October 21:12:00 p.m.* – 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 22: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.*
*Note the new hours!
Valley Forge Casino Resort
1160 First Avenue, King of Prussia, PA 19406
P: (610) 354-8118 W: https://www.vfcasino.com/
Exhibitor Resource Quick Links
Display Rules and Regulations
Below are the highlights of the display rules and regulations for your booth. If you have any questions, please contact our Trade Show Manager, Sarah Hagy.
Please review all Exhibitor Rules and Regulations here.
Booth Construction & Layout
- Maximum booth height is 8 feet. Anything taller requires written approval from Show Management.
- Any element exceeding 4 feet in height (including side walls) must be placed within 5 feet of the back line of your booth.
- Lighting fixtures may be suspended if they do not obstruct the view of neighboring exhibits.
- Exhibits must not extend beyond the standard 10’ x 10’ space.
- Fixture hangers, special backgrounds, or large display components must be pre-approved and ready for assembly onsite.
All booth installations are subject to approval by relevant safety and inspection authorities.
Ceiling & Exhibit Height Regulations
- The ceiling height in the Event Center is 14 feet.
- The standard maximum booth height for Electric Expo is 8 feet.
- In the front half of the booth (the 5 feet nearest the aisle), the maximum height is 4 feet to preserve sightlines across the show floor.
- Any display or installation exceeding these height limits must receive prior written approval from the Show Manager at EAP.
Electrical & Wiring
All electrical wiring and installations must:
- Comply with local building and safety codes
- Be installed in a professional and safe manner
- Use only UL-listed equipment where applicable
Flammable Materials & Hazardous Items
The following are not permitted without prior written approval from Show Management:
- Flammable liquids or gases (e.g., gasoline, propane, acetylene)
- Flammable materials (e.g., crepe paper, bunting)
- Internal combustion engines or machinery that produces excessive noise, fumes, or odors
- All materials and decorations used must be flame-resistant or properly treated with flame retardants.
Floor Load
The load limits for the Event Center floors are 400 lbs. per square foot (over electrical tunnel), otherwise unlimited. Please alert Mair Malfara immediately of any heavy loads: mair@eap.org.
Food & Beverage
Outside food (soft pretzels included) or beverages (alcohol included) are strictly prohibited! The Valley Forge Casino Resort exclusively provides catering services. You may provide small candies or mints on your table. Please contact the Trade Show Manager, Sarah Hagy, if you need Food & Beverage services during the Electric Expo.
Safety & Accessibility
- Aisles must remain clear and unobstructed at all times to ensure pedestrian safety.
- Exhibitors must ensure access to all emergency exits, equipment, and public pathways (e.g., fire alarms, extinguishers, hose cabinets).
Sales, Demonstrations & Promotions
- All activity (including demos and giveaways) must be contained within your booth.
- “Over the counter” sales (where attendees take possession of items on-site) are not allowed.
- Order-taking for post-show delivery is permitted.
- Microphones or disruptive sales tactics are not allowed.
- Only one company name is permitted per booth; no shared or sublet space is allowed.
- Booth identification signs will reflect the contracted company name only.
- Printed materials and signs must remain within the exhibitor’s assigned space and not interfere with adjacent booths.
Use of Exhibit Space
- Assign, sublet, or share booth space; only one manufacturer per 10’ x 10’ space is permitted. Booth sharing is strictly prohibited.
- Display products unrelated to their normal course of business
- Operate motors or devices deemed hazardous by Show Management or the venue
- Any exhibitor who does not have their booth completely assembled by 10:00 am on Wednesday, October 21 is subject to booth forfeiture. No refund will be made, and the space may be repurposed or resold.
Venue Rights & Enforcement
The Valley Forge Casino Resort reserves the right to remove any exhibit or material that poses a safety risk or violates show policies. Any exhibitor unsure about their materials, equipment, or display should consult Show Management in advance.
Exhibitor Services
General Exposition Services (GES) has been selected as the show decorator, providing exhibitors with a wide range of services to make their experience Electric Expo a home run!
For your planning purposes, the best way to guarantee that your display and materials will arrive promptly on Tuesday, October 20, is by advance shipment made through General Exposition Services (GES).
The Valley Forge Casino Resort does not accept shipments of event-related freight or materials.
More information will be available on this page as we get closer to the Expo.
Exhibitor Staff Registration
All individuals involved in booth setup or working the show floor must be officially registered as exhibitors. Each registered person will receive an exhibitor-coded badge, which must be worn at all times during setup and show hours.
Badges are only issued to individuals who are employed by the exhibiting company or have a direct business affiliation with the exhibitor.
Registration will be available closer to the show.
Hotel and Travel
Electric Expo 2026 returns to the Valley Forge Casino Resort in King of Prussia, PA
Valley Forge Casino Resort
1160 First Avenue, King of Prussia, PA 19406
P: (610) 354-8118
W: https://www.vfcasino.com/
A block of rooms has been reserved for exhibitors in the Casino Tower (same as Event Center) at a discounted rate of $155/night single/double occupancy.
Rooms in the block will be available through Friday, September 11, or until the block sells out.
Reservations will be available as we get closer to the event.
Insurance and Liability
- The Electrical Association of Philadelphia, Inc.
- The Valley Forge Casino Resort
- General Exposition Services (GES)
- Other show vendors, their employees, and agents
View the full statement of liability in our Exhibitor Rules and Regulations.
Certificate of Insurance (COI) Requirement
- Minimum coverage: $1,000,000 in liability, including property damage
- Deadline: Friday, September 11, 2026
- Submit to: electricexpo@eap.org
- View a sample COI here.
Exhibitors will not be permitted to set up or occupy their booth without a valid COI on file.
Lead Retrieval, Marketing, and Prizes
Lead Retrieval Lead retrieval services will be made available. More information will become available as we get closer to the show.
Promotion Your Show Affiliation
The show logo will be available for download as we get closer to the show.
Prizes and Giveaways
Exhibitors are encouraged to give away prizes during the Expo. If you decide to offer prizes, how you do it is up to you. You can let your customers know to visit your booth to be eligible to win. As with anything, there are a few limitations:
- No exhibitor will be allowed to use a microphone to give away prizes – too disruptive; instead, post a QR code that links to an entry website or purchase a lead scanner to digitally capture entries.
- Contests/door prizes/giveaways must be free of any obligation or payment on the part of the winner;
- No cash prizes or “pay to play” is allowed at the Event Center;
- All attendees must be eligible to win.
Move in / Dismantling
Move In
Exhibitors can move in and set up their booths over the following dates/times: Tuesday, October 20: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm: Loading Dock/Tunnel Open Wednesday, October 21: 7:00 am – 10:00 am (No Loading Dock, all self-move in) The maximum height of a truck to be able to enter and exit the VFCR Tunnel is 12’6”.
Dismantling
EXHIBITOR DISMANTLING PRIOR TO 3:00 P.M. ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
DISMANTLING WITH ATTENDEES STILL ON THE SHOW FLOOR IS A SAFETY HAZARD.
- Dismantling may not begin before 3:01 p.m. on Thursday, October 22. Early breakdown is strictly prohibited and may result in penalties or loss of future show privileges.
- Exhibitors are strongly encouraged to remain with their booth and materials during dismantle to ensure the security of their property.
- All exhibit materials and equipment must be fully removed from the show floor by 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 22.
- Any materials left in the exhibit hall after 8:00 p.m. will be considered abandoned and may be removed or discarded at the exhibitor’s expense.
- Exhibitors may dismantle and carry out their own materials; however, if assistance is required from GES, material handling charges will apply.
- Please note: Private forklifts are not permitted at the Valley Forge Casino Resort.
