Welcome to Lab Expo 2009!
In association with PMA, Photomart will be presenting the first annual LAB EXPO on the 10th and 11th of January 2009.
The theme is "Solutions for Retail Profit!" and that is exactly what it is going to be all about, saving and making money for your business despite troubled economic times!
Not only will exhibitors be lining up with their latest profit making solutions but industry experts will also be there showing you their models for Photo Finishing retailers that have been PROVEN TO GENERATE MORE REVENUE!
"Usually when I walk into a photo lab, I can never help but notice a multitude of missed money making opportunities! Perhaps that is because I operate a number of successful photo retail stores myself. There are so many ways that photo retailers can make more money for their business but I can never understand why some vendors are perfectly happy with the few crumbs when in fact they can have the larger slice of the pie! For this reason I will be giving away valuable expertise and advice at Lab Expo 2009, born out of my own experience as a "lab owner" so you don't have to make the same mistakes I made, and the greatest thing is, this advice will cost you nothing!"
Lewis Martindale,
Photomart
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PMA is delighted to support Lab Expo 2009 "Solutions for Retail Profit". As our industry changes it is a constant necessity to re-evaluate our businesses, asking the awkward questions of how to retain existing customers and attract new customers, how to approach new ventures, how to evaluate new opportunities. Investments have to be carefully considered in a way that many have never experienced before; yet the opportunities do exist, for our industry is a unique mixture of preserving memories and offering business services. I look forward to seeing you at this and other events throughout 2009."
Nigel McNaught,
PMA International.
Why Exhibit at Lab Expo 2009
- ACCESS retail groups, lab owners, managers and industry executives
The Lab Expo team creates an integrated marketing plan with speaking, sponsoring, and exhibiting companies to ensure that Lab Expo attracts its targeted attendance. Lab Expo will be actively promoted to the trade via several direct and indiredect channels to ensure effective communication with the industry.
- DEMONSTRATE new technologies, products, services, and initiatives
Lab Expo is positioned as the first major event of its kind each year, making it a great platform for corporate messaging, new product announcements, and brand recognition and awareness. The practical, solutions-oriented nature of the event makes gives exhibitors the opportunity to showcase new design methodologies, innovative customer case studies and hands-on product and solution demonstrations.
- CONNECT with current customers, partners, and OEMs
A set of effective and convenient pre-show marketing tools are available for exhibitors to invite customers to their exhibit floor demonstrations and seminar presentations. Exhibiting and sponsoring companies can bring groups of their clients, customers, and technology partners to LabExpo enabling these attendees to learn the latest technology developments and solutions, effectively making LabExpo a unique customer event for a targeted client base.
- CREATE new business opportunities
Lab Expo features all the major manufacturers and suppliers to the industry under one roof. The technical sessions, presentations and exhibition activities provide numerous opportunities to network, strengthen existing relationships, and form new strategic alliances.
Limited exhibit and sponsorship opportunities are available.
For additional information, please contact:
Jurie Gryffenberg
Marketing Manager
Phone: +44 (0)12 501 8858
E-Mail: marketing@labexpo.biz
Set Up Time
Saturday 10th of January - 8am - 10am.
Exhibitors can also set up from Thursday 8th of January with prior arrangement if required.
Dates and Opening Times
Saturday 10th of January - 10am - 5pm.
Sunday 11th of January - 10am - 5pm.
How to reserve your stand for Lab Expo:
By phone:
*Please download & print the "Stand Booking" form below.
*From the form, please ensure that you have the relevant information to hand.
*Call us on 0208 527 6006 and ask for "Lab Expo reservations" and we will process your application.
*Afterwards, you may be asked to send an email confirmation.
By fax:
*Download & print the "Stand Booking" form below.
*Complete the form and fax to: 0208 527 6306.
*Please remember to write clearly and in block letters.
By email:
*Download and complete the
"Stand Booking" form.
*Send the form as an attachment to jurie@photomart.co.uk.
By internet:
*
Click here for online "Stand Booking".
Frequently asked questions:
How do I book my stand for Lab Expo 2009?
There are various ways you can book your stand for Lab Expo.
Click here for full details.
How much does it cost?
Costs vary depending on the size of your stand.
Click here to see the floorplan and the cost of the various stands that are available.
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What is included in the cost?
As an exhibitor, you are entitled to all of the following:
*Stand space which includes 1 x 2way (regular stand) or 2 x 2way (large stand) 13amp single phase electrical supply - please arrange in advance for any special electrical requirements
*Catering (lunch) for up to 2 staff (regular stand) or 4 staff (large stand)
*One seminar slot of 45 minutes (please book in advance)
*Your company logo plus a 50 word editorial plus a link to your website on the Lab Expo website
*One press release (150 words maximum) published in Photo Week (over the period leading up to 10 January) and circulated to 7200 active subscribers
*Free wireless internet connection over the period of the exhibition
*Furniture (table & chairs) if required
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Is there a shell scheme available?
Currently there is not a shell scheme available. The organisers will however seriously consider a shell scheme for future Lab Expo exhibitions provided there is sufficient demand for it. Upon the conclusion of every Lab Expo, exhibitors will be given the opportunity to provide feedback and suggestions for future exhibitions and if you feel that a shell scheme would be better then please let us know.
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Are there any restrictions regarding stand build?
Stand build is governed by SMBC regulations. For Lab Expo 2009 there is a height restriction of 2,6 metres and further restricted to simple, single story structures without platform.
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Who else is exhibiting?
Click here to see the full exhibitor line up.
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Where can I stay overnight?
There are a number of hotels in the vicinity of Lab Expo 2009. Please
click here for more details and remember to book well in advance.
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Are there advertising opportunities available?
Yes. Please call our marketing department on 02085018858 for details
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How will Lab Expo be promoted to the trade?
Lab Expo was specifically organised for better communication with the Lab Segment including Independant Photo Retailers, Groups, Pharmacies and CTN.
Lab expo will be promoted to the trade:
*In a direct mailing to the combined Pixel and Infolab e-mag database of over 5700 active subscribers
*In every weekly issue of the e-news letter PhotoWeek with an active subscriber data base of 7200
*via the websites and lab forums of various of our sponsors including the PMA, Pixellive.co.uk, Minilabhelp.com and the Photomart webshop.
*In a 4 page advertorial in the December issue of Infolab Magazine followed by a full page in the January edition
*In a full page advert in the Christmas edition of Pixel magazine
*Leaflet and Flyer distribution to over 3500 lab operators
*Via our network of trade partners
*Proactively via Photomart's telesales call centre
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Am I allowed to promote Lab Expo to my customers?
Of course you are. Please let us know what you have in mind and we will give as much support as possible. Please note that the Lab Expo logo is pending registration and may only be used for promoting the Lab Expo exhibition and not without prior concent from the organiser.
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Product Line up
Dry Labs
What is replacing tradional "wet" mini lab systems?
Digital Printing
Exploit the high demand for economically priced "small run" print services.
Wide Format
Canvas printing, point of sales, vinyl banners, poster, fine art. The possibilities are endless!
Dye Subs
Quick, clean and easy. Dye sub printers have become a serious contender.
An essential component of any successful photo retail business.
Compact Kiosks
Save on valuable retail space and capital expence.
ID Systems
High margin plus a neverending demand for ID's, Passports, Driver's Licences, Student Cards, Keyrings ...
Album Production
Do you serve the "Pro" segment? If so then Album Production is a must!
Photo Gifts
Enormously popular and are easier to do than what you might think.
Photo Books
Get your customer's images off their hard drive and into one of these!
Plan Printing
Scanning and printing of buiding plans and architectural drawings is another highly lucrative area.
Online Services
Online photo services is the largest area of growth in the industry. Act now!
Colour Management
Deliver high quality & consistent print results without fuss.
Studio
The high street portrait studio has returned.
Financial Products
Benefits of leasing and insurance plus, it saves you money. Come see how!
10 Great Reasons to visit Lab Expo 2009
- Learn ways of generating supplementary revenue streams
- Talk directly to leading suppliers & manufacturers
- Benefit from the expertise, knowledge and advice of industry experts
- Free Seminars
- Exciting new products
- Fantastic show offers
- Networking opportunities
- Meet potential customers
- Product launches
- Learn new skills and techniques
Lab Expo 2009 is an opportunity to turn your photo retail business into a booming success. Be sure not to miss it!
Getting there
The venue for Lab Expo 2009 is located on the private trading estate "Waltham Park Way" in North East London and can easilly be reached by road, rail or air.
By road
Lab Expo is easily accesible from the M1, M25, M11 or A406 North Circular Road. Come off the A406 at the A112 junction. Enter the Crooked Billet roundabout and take the exit for Billet Road. Lab Expo is almost immediately on the right hand side through the big green gates. We have a free customer car park, but spaces are limited so be sure to get there early!
By rail
The nearest London Underground tube station is Blackhorse Road on the Victoria Line which is also served by Silverlink Metro trains. From there we are just a short ride towards Chingford Mount on the 158 bus from bus stop BA. Alight at stop CN and walk 15 yards or so back in the direction of the Blackhorse Road Station and through the big green gates on your right.
By air
From Stanstead, take an overground rail service and change to the underground Victoria Line at Tottenham Hale. Blackhorse Road Station is just one stop from there.
From Gatwick, take the Gatwick Express to King's Cross. From there, take the underground Victoria Line service to Blackhorse Road which is just another 5 stops.
From Heathrow, take the Piccadilly line all the way to Finsbury Park. Change over to the Victoria Line. Blackhorse Road is just another 3 stops from there.
From Blackhorse Road, it is just a short bus ride. See above (by rail) for details.
ADDRESS:
Unit 14, Waltham Park Way
Billet Road
LONDON
E17 5DU
United Kingdom
Accommodation
Express by Holiday Inn
5, Walthamstow Avenue
(North Circular Road)
Chingford
London
E4 8ST
tel: 0870 400 9068
Express by Holiday Inn
196 High Street
Stratford
London
E15 2NE
tel: 0870 400 9068
Lodge 51
51 Romford Road
Stratford
London
E15 4LY
tel: 0845 456 6399
Oak Lodge Hotel
80 Village Road
Enfield
Middlesex
EN1 2EU
tel: 0845 456 6399
Ridgeway Hotel
115-117 The Ridgeway
Chingford
London
E4 6QU
tel: 020 8529 1964
The Royal Chace Hotel
162 The Ridgeway
Enfield
Middlesex
EN2 8AR
tel: 0845 456 6399
The County Hotel
Oak Hill
Woodford Green
Essex
IG8 9NY
tel: 0845 4566 399
Exhibiting
