To ensure the high quality of every one of our exhibition stands, Quadrant2Design conducts a 72-point check. Checks include*, but are not limited to the following:

  1. Design Brief Evaluation – The brief provided by the Design Consultants is reviewed to ensure it is detailed and comprehensive. This ensures that initial renders meet the client’s vision and are fit for purpose.
  2. Structural Integrity  & Safety – A CAD manager checks the structural integrity and safety of a stand at every stage.
  3. No Limits on Design Iterations – Clients are shown renders and/ or CAD plans at every stage of the design and are asked for approval.
  4. Artwork Quality Initial Check – Quadrant2Design Artworkers assess artwork asset quality and resolution before transitioning from small-format to large-format print.
  5. Photo Resolution Optimisation – Resolution checks are run on photography and images are optimised where necessary to achieve high clarity.
  6. Render Precision Check – Renders are checked by a Senior CAD Modeller for precision and accuracy to ensure the full-scale project is to the expected proportions.
  7. Client Feedback Review – Client feedback is retained and reviewed at every step of the decision-making process.
  8. Panel Number & Size Verification – Graphic Designers check all panel numbers and sizes to ensure every component is accounted for in the final production.
  9. Cut Panel & Aperture Verification – Graphic Designers check that cut panels and apertures are present and accurate to ensure perfect panel alignment.
  10. Copy Spell-Check – All copy is spell-checked before moving to printing & production.
  11. Brand Guideline Check – Brand fonts, typographic style, and colours are followed and checked by a Senior Artworker in consultation with the brand’s marketing department.
  12. Colour Accuracy Check – All colours are checked for accuracy – Pantones are converted to CMYUK unless colour-matching, and sign-off is always required.
  13. Final Artwork Check – Final artwork designs and 3D renders are reviewed by Design Consultants, CAD Designers, Graphic Designers and Senior Management before moving to print & production.
  14. Test Printing of Panel Plans – Test prints are mandatory at ¼ size. Prints are displayed and assessed by the Graphic Designers and the Print Supervisor.
  15. Test Print Comparison – Test prints are compared against the original artwork files created by the Graphic Designer. A second Graphic Designer independently completes the same check for added accuracy.
  16. Colour Consistency Check – Colour consistency is assessed across all panels and signed off.
  17. Bleed Check – Bleed is checked throughout all test prints.
  18. Colour Matching Examination – Colour-matching is test-printed and examined on panel media, including Pantone matching, and is visually compared. Swatches can be sent for client sign-off.
  19. Panel Plan Review – CAD and Manufacturing Managers review panel plans for accuracy.
  20. Image Resolution Check – Artwork image resolution is checked at 400% to confirm quality standards are met.
  21. Final Artwork Check – Before print and production start, artwork approval must be granted by both the client and CAD and Manufacturing Managers.
  22. Feature Plan Checks – Feature plans are checked by a CAD or Manufacturing Manager to ensure accurate and efficient production.
  23. Electric Plan Checks – A CAD and Manufacturing Manager checks electric plans to ensure accurate and efficient production.
  24. Show Works Plan Checks – Show works structural plans are checked by a CAD Manager to ensure accurate and efficient production.
  25. Picking List Check – Picking lists are checked by the senior CAD Manager to ensure accurate and efficient production.
  26. Production Review – Senior CAD and Manufacturing Managers and the responsible exhibition stand designer conduct a verbal handover and walkthrough with the Production Manager to review the work once more.
  27. Printer Calibration Checks – Once a week, printer calibration is assessed to ensure an accurate colour profile across all projects.
  28. Daily Printer Cleaning – Printers are cleaned and checked for faults and a maintenance log is updated.
  29. Zund Cutter Blade Tests – Zund Cutters blade length is checked and a “clean-edge” test cut is performed daily.
  30. Equipment Service & Maintenance Plans – Print and manufacturing equipment is routinely checked and serviced by the manufacturer.
  31. Router Media Change Log – Router media changes and the associated part changes are logged and reviewed before the next use.
  32. Manufacturing Equipment Initialised Daily – Routers, Zund cutters and Laser Engravers are initialised every morning.
  33. Equipment Cleaning Schedule – Laser beds, filters, lenses, vents and ink residue are cleaned and logged on a set schedule.
  34. PAT Testing – All stand and equipment electrics are routinely PAT tested.
  35. Risk Management & Profile Assessment – A comprehensive risk assessment is conducted for each client, including notes on additional requirements to avoid potential complications during the project.
  36. Project Handover – A face-to-face handover is conducted between the Design Consultant and Project Manager to ensure all information is passed on accurately. This is recorded for reference.
  37. Show Organiser Checks – Project Managers confirm stand dimensions, allocated space, services and ducting with the exhibition organiser.
  38. Show Manual & Venue Legislation Assessment – Project Managers confirm specific regulations in a report to the Operations Manager.
  39. Project Timeline & Alerts – A timeline is created with hard deadlines – checked by a Senior Project Manager & Operations Manager. Clients are provided with a Gannt Chart via a link detailing the live project roadmap and key dates.
  40. Client Machinery & Equipment Action Plan – Client machinery is accommodated into electric plans and venue paperwork. Action plan shared and approved by the client, CAD department and Operations Manager.
  41. Daily Project Manager Meeting – Additional expertise is made available by the Operations Manager and/ or a Director for high-risk elements. Post-meeting action plans are shared and tracked.
  42. Operation Manager Electrical Plan Checks – All electrical plans must pass a check by the Operations Manager, and their signature must be added to the paperwork.
  43. The Pre-Build – The pre-build is the ultimate quality check. Stands are built in full, exactly as they will be on the show.
  44. Infrastructure Checks – The condition of the framework, features, showcases, curtains, and electrics are all checked by an Installer, Project Manager, Operations Manager and Production Manager.
  45. Graphic Panel Checks – The condition of the graphic panels is checked by an Installer Project Manager, Operations Manager, Graphic Designer and Print & Finishing Supervisor.
  46. Pre-build Area Layout Approval – Before a stand can be pre-built, the area is separated using temporary walling and the stand build area is marked. The rule is that everything within the walls must go to the exhibition.
  47. Assembled Infrastructure & Graphics Checks – All infrastructural components and graphics, assembled in the pre-build area, are checked against the picking list.
  48. Photo-Floor Inspection – Photo-Floors are laid, measured and checked for marks and damages.
  49. Pre-Build Inspection No.1 – Once built, every detail of the stand is inspected by Project Management, Graphic Designers, CAD & Manufacturing Managers and the Operations Manager. Checked areas include: panel alignment, colour accuracy, colour-matching, electrics and lighting, magnetic polarity, copy and spelling, dimensions & orientation, animated features, hardware and graphic cleanliness, un-creased curtains and curtain length, photo-floor alignment, print accuracy & condition.
  50. Pre-Build Inspection No.2 – Clients are invited to thoroughly inspect the stand for themselves. If they cannot attend, Project Managers send high-quality images and footage to allow them to quality-check the stand.
  51. Inventory  – Project Managers supervise the Installer count and track every item into numbered cases.
  52. Transit-to-Bay Check – The Project Manager supervises the transit of all cases from the pre-build area to the secure holding bay. The bay is secured until installation day.
  53. The Holding Cage – Between pre-build and installation, all stands are stored in a designated bay, within a secure holding cage. Access to the cage requires Senior Management approval.
  54. Final Bay Check – 48 hours before the stand is dispatched, the Project Managers conduct a final bay check where all cases are recounted.
  55. Driver Appraisals – Before the Installer can transport the stands, they are required to pass an in-house driver appraisal.
  56. Vehicle Service Checks – Vehicle condition is checked weekly, and all vehicles are professionally serviced regularly.
  57. Logistic Security – All vans are secured with alarms and tracking for additional security and these are checked before every journey.
  58. Additional Logistic Security – Exhibition stands are never left in the vans overnight and loading occurs just before driving.
  59. Journey Planning – Before every event, Project Managers thoroughly check the routes for disruptions and delays and always have a contingency plan and sufficient buffer time.
  60. Dispatch Board Check – Project Managers create a dispatch board with client name, show, venue, bay number, case count, van assignment, ladder requirements, PPE, and designated loader and driver. Installers check and sign this before an event.
  61. Installer Equipment – Before leaving HQ, Installers must confirm they have a fully stocked stand cleaning kit including steamers, shoe covers and floor covers.
  62. Hazard Tape Check – Installers check that the stand is securely blocked from unauthorised personnel using hazard tape.
  63. Event Day Stand Check 1 – Installers completely check the stand for finish quality. A stand condition form is filled in.
  64. Event Day Stand Check 2 – Stands are photographed, upon completion and checked by the Project Manager.
  65. Event Day Stand Check 3 – When the stand is finalised, clients complete a form to confirm their satisfaction and indicate whether any last-minute changes are necessary. This is checked by the Installer and Project Manager.
  66. Post-show Condition Check – After the show, another stand condition form is filled in by the Installer to appraise the quality. This is logged by the Project Manager.
  67. Dismantle Case Check – Upon dismantling, all items are handled with care and are counted into numbered cases. These cases are then recounted before transit.
  68. Stand Return Count – Once returned to our separate returning facility, graphics are separated from infrastructure and are re-logged.
  69. Bespoke Item Security – Bespoke items are checked into HQ and are logged.
  70. Secure Storage Facility – Stock Check-In – All graphic panels are checked into the secure storage facility.
  71. Storage Condition Check Temperature – The secure storage facility is temperature-controlled to maintain the quality of graphics. Temperature checks are conducted weekly.
  72. Storage Unit Security Check – The secure storage facility is armed with alarms. These are tested weekly for security.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*Terms and conditions apply.  Not all checks apply to self build/managed service plans.