Center Spotlight exhibitors are Planit, Stiles, Laguna Tools, KCD, Thermwood and Binks.
The number of key industry companies that will exhibit at the first-ever CabinetMakerFDM Woodworking Business E-vent is continuing to grow. Some of the most important suppliers and associations in the industry will be part of the live event Nov. 18.
The E-vent format allows attendees to experience and interact with speakers, exhibitors, and fellow E-vent attendees all in real time using their computer and Internet connection without having to travel. Watch a short demonstration video to see how it works. In addition, a prestigious lineup of top industry speakers has signed on to highlight the CabinetMakerFDM Woodworking Business E-vent.
Looking much like the interface for a sophisticated video game, the E-vent offers an exhibitor hall with virtual trade show booths. When you see a booth that interests you, click on it to enter. Then you’ll be able to take advantage of a variety of information streams depending on the booth. Some options include downloading product information, viewing videos, even live chat with product representatives. You can collect information in your virtual briefcase for later consideration.
The Center Spotlight exhibitors include:
The Center Spotlight exhibitors:
--Stiles Machinery Inc., woodworking equipment
--Planit Solutions Inc., software
--Laguna Tools, woodworking equipment
--Thermwood Corp., woodworking equipment
--Binks, DeVilbiss, finishing equipment
--KCD Software, software
Standard exhibitors include:
--Architectural Woodwork Institute
--Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers
--Biesse America
--Cabinet Makers Assn.
--ETemplate System
--Eurosoft Inc., software
--Graco, finishing equipment
--IMA America Corp./Schelling America Inc.
--Keystone Wood Specialties Inc., wood components
--Microvellum, software
--SawStop
--Weyerhaeuser Hardwoods
--Wood Component Manufacturers Assn.
--Wood Machinery Manufacturers of America
--3M Abrasives Systems Division
--20-20 Technologies, software
Also, a conference center presents dynamic education programs and panel discussions throughout the eight hours of the show. During conferences, attendees can send in questions to be answered by the panelists in real time. And unlike most traditional trade shows, the conferences are recorded and archived for later viewing. Scheduled topics include lean manufacturing for small to medium-size shops and a panel discussion on the future of the industry. Sessions on marketing, CNC machinery and software are also slated. See the full schedule and list of speakers.
Many people like trade shows for the chance to network with colleagues. The E-vent provides networking opportunities through a virtual Networking Lounge with instant live chat with other attendees and town hall meetings sponsored by industry associations.
When professional woodworkers are asked why they don’t attend more trade shows, one of the most common responses is the cost in money and time to travel. That’s not a problem with this new trade show. You don’t have to even leave your office to go. The daylong CabinetMakerFDM Woodworking Business E-vent uses new technology to bring the trade show experience to your desktop.
There is no charge for attendees to participate in this cutting edge technology. However, you do need to register. You will also find there a link to a short video presentation that demonstrates key features of this virtual event. To see the short video demonstration of the E-vent, go here.