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Welcome to Nimlok

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Welcome to Nimlok. We create stunning exhibition stands and displaysfor the UK’s leading and fastest growing brands.

We work with brand owners, marketers and agencies to understand their objectivesto offer much more than just an architectural solution. Brand reflection, ergonomics,visitor flow, sales interaction and commercial viability are at the heart of oursolutions which are proven to deliver enhanced exhibiting results and greater ROI.

Nimlok’s uniquely custom designed stands combine the versatility of modulararchitecture with custom features. With fully delivered solutions available for purchaseor hire, plus our self build and portable systems, we can offer the right choice of standregardless of exhibiting location, scale, frequency, budget and ambition.

Supported by our in-house event engagement agency, Creative Bridge, we integratecreative graphic design and compelling digital engagement tools which enhancevisitor engagement, interaction and lead generation.

Nimlok’s passionate, experienced and award winning teams will make you standout on the exhibition floor every time.

With design and manufacturing facilities on threecontinents and over 50 international partners, nobody has the global reach that Nimlok does.

Global Head Offices

Nimlok Company, USA

Nimlok Ltd Headquarters, UK

Nimlok Canada Ltd

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Nimlok’s combination of creative architectural solutions andengagement tools really do raise the bar. You need to see itto believe it! Our new showroom is an inspirationalshowcase where you can view finished examples of thetypes and styles of exhibition stands we can deliver.

It includes our new engagement cafe where you can enjoya coffee whilst seeing firsthand the types of gamificationtechniques available. Games, quizzes, surveys andaugmented reality are just a few of the engagement toolsyou’ll be able to interact with.

And you’ll learn from our engagement experts how thesetools will drive more traffic to your stand and create deepervisitor engagement. Why not book a visit atwww.nimlok.co.uk

You can take a video preview now! Simply downloadAurasma on iTunes or Google Play. Scan the QR code onthis page to subscribe to the Nimlok channel and hoveryour phone over the cover image next to it to seehighlights of our facility.

Nimlok’s exhibition stands offer the flexibility and choicethat’s right for you. Custom modular stands combineimagination and innovative materials. A bespoke solutionwith the modular benefits of reconfiguration and costeffective redeployment. A fully delivered solution.

Nimlok’s custom hire means you can take advantage ofbespoke design and custom elements without a longerterm financial commitment. Our stunning hire inventorywith extensive options, styles and finishes gives maximumimpact with minimal investment.

Our modular stands match creativity with reconfiguration.These are ideal for use across a range of different spacesand locations delivering greater ROI through redeployment.Available self assembled or installed using our build teams.

Scope of our offering

ConsultationFrom the selection of whichexhibitions to attend, throughto pre-show campaigns, leadgeneration and engagementideas, stand staff training andfollow up evaluation, nobodycan offer you the end-to-endsupport that Nimlok provides.

In-house manufacturingWe use high-qualityequipment, includingaerospace CNC beds andhigh-volume thermoforming,to ensure accuracy and speedof delivery. But we don’t forgetthe value of the human eyefor final checks to ensure thehighest finish possible.

Digital engagement tools and graphic designCreative Bridge, Nimlok’sinternal creative agency,specialises in exhibitions andevents communications. Theycreate stunning contentincluding bespoke games,surveys and animations tobring your message to life.

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In-house audio-visual (AV)We help you to identify ifthere’s a need for AV contentto support your stand. Ifneeded, we can integratethis service seamlessly intothe project plan and deliver itwith your stand.

3D designWith an in-depth understandingof the exhibition standenvironment, our experienceddesign team create cutting-edge design concepts unique toyour requirements, using thelatest CAD and visualisationsoftware alongside traditionalfreehand sketches.

In-house graphic printingWe produce all our graphicsin-house using leadingtechnologies like our VUTEk®superwide printers thatdeliver amazing quality andprint definition. All ourequipment will protect yourgraphics from fading,moisture or chemical damage.

Project managementKnowing you’re in safe handsis important. So we give eachclient a dedicated projectmanager to act as a mainpoint of contact throughoutthe delivery phase of theproject. That way you knowthe answers to any queriesare just a phone call away.

Working with us

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Storage and assetmanagementNimlok offers stand storageat our secure productionfacility with a warehouseteam on hand to assist withall asset movementsdelivering convenience, easyaccess and peace of mind.

LogisticsInternational locations, globalcontacts, specialistpackaging, internationallogistics expertise and anextensive fleet of commercialvehicles all combine toensure your stand’s safe andtimely arrival.

Pre-buildOur pre-build service providesa valuable ‘dry run’experience before your event.By visiting Nimlok’s facility youare able to see your standand run through details withyour project manager.

InstallationNothing matches the stress-free convenience ofNimlok’s dedicated team tobuild your stand on-site, soyou can simply show up andpromote your business. Forself-build options Nimlok’sbuild team provides trainingat our headquarters.

Hand over and switch onOur dedicated build team areon hand to meet you whenyou arrive. They will walk youthrough your stand, ensureyou are happy with allaspects of your exhibitionstand and understand howeverything works.

Working with Nimlok is about buildingrelationships and achieving results asa partnership, not as individuals. We work ‘hand in hand‘ with ourclients to ensure we understand theirexhibiting objectives.

Using our expert knowledge we enjoy challenging the briefto create enhanced results and deliver a final projectbeyond our clients expectations.

A total service provider, our specialist teams between ourWellingborough manufacturing facility and London officescomprises consultants, designers, project managers,graphics, fabricators, installation and dismantle, logisticsand storage.

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Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company with ninetyyears of innovation and leadership in diabetes care. Theirmain objective was to have a welcoming, engaging andaccessible space without enclosing walls. Easy entry forvisitors plus sufficient space for the Novo team todemonstrate their product range and to provide hospitalitywere key. A large suspended banner created an eye-catching display and conveyed important messages froma distance. We developed an animated timeline to

showcase the client’s role in diabetes. A landing page enabled users to view one of two videoswhich supported key messages and the client sponsoreda symposium to boost presence. Post show analysisshowed there were in excess of 2000 visitors to the standeach day which was a huge spike in traffic compared toprevious years. The client reported this success was as adirect result of the design and implementation of their“astoundingly good” exhibition stand.

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Check out examples of ourinteractive content atwww.creative-bridge.com

• Unique design

• Custom look

• Limitless styles and finishes

• Reconfigurable modular advantage

• Built for multiple events

• Cost effective redeployment

• Fully delivered solution

Datacash

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Custom modular

New to exhibiting, payments services provider DataCash, a MasterCard company, wanted to create awareness oftheir continued commitment to the gaming industry. ICETotally Gaming is a significant event for Datacash as they areable to provide the industry with a ubiquitous solution,ensuring their gaming merchants are able to offer the bestexperiences possible, across any channel.

They required a stand that would clearly re-enforce thismessage and a space where they could meet with andentertain existing customers who were likely to be there. We delivered a highly visual, impactful stand incorporatingboth a semi-private and more occasional meeting area. The client could clearly demonstrate their on-line platform onlarge screens and display additional applications on iPads.

Nimlok designs and supplies high impact custommodular exhibition stands that get your brandnoticed on the show floor and deliver results timeand time again. Nimlok’s creative stand designershave limitless styles, finishes and structures tocreate a unique and stunning solution for you.

Capita, one of the largest IT services providers in the UK, wanted to showcase its fullscope of technology solutions to educational priorities at BETT. Looking to engagevisitors using different demonstration, innovation and interactive areas, they required20 demonstration screen pods, a theatre style presentation area, seamless plasmawall and independent meeting area, so scale was a key challenge. Our approachensured these combined elements created a ‘visitor journey.’ A high level brandingcube was used to draw visitors to the stand from long range and demo units on theperimeters drew people in. Augmented reality triggers within the stand walls, plus‘talking bags’ on stand engaged visitors providing them with more information. Theinternal space under the cube was left clear for conversations. The client recorded a59% increase in stand traffic, with quality leads and a great deal of positive feedback.

itslearning is a global leading platform in education delivering and supporting a fully hosted service to over 4000 schools, colleges and universities. Their mainrequirement was an open seminar theatre for their comprehensive speakerschedule during the show. This would double up as a meeting area in-betweenthe seminars.

We delivered a contemporary stand that was open and inviting to reflect theirbrand. In order to stand out as much as possible we created a high back wallincorporating AV including a large screen for speaker content. We included auniquely designed bench at the front of the stand to act as a reception/leadtaking area housing laptops for more information.

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Custom hire means you can have strikingarchitecture on a hire basis, combined withcustom elements, to deliver a truly bespokedesign without the long term commitment.

• An extensive hire inventory of stunningarchitectural styles

• Bespoke design at an ‘off the shelf’ price

• Avoids longer term financialcommitment & storage costs

• Maximum short term impact yetminimal investment

• Ideal for overlapping events wheremultiple solutions are required

• Perfect for infrequent exhibitors withbig ambitions

• Fully delivered solution

Infinity

Infinity is the UK’s fastest growing data centre operator. Its prominent stand at Data Centre World provided anexcellent platform to showcase their range of services andtheir growing portfolio of award-winning sites based in andaround London. They required a clean, crisp stand thatreflected their corporate colours.

As hospitality was key we created three different meetingareas on the stand including an enclosed area for longerdiscussions. To convey their messaging we integrated alarge plasma and high impact panoramic graphics of theirdata centres. iPads on the counter were used to show theireco brochure.

Custom hire

City & Guilds wanted to make a real impact launching a new set of services forprincipals called ADVANCE. Their main objective was to literally stand out from the crowd. In order to achieve this, we took full advantage of the heightallowance positioning their new service for maximum visibility.

We created a clean and uncluttered platform that was incredibly bold and eye-catching. Our custom hire architecture with arch ceiling provided an intimatediscussion space whilst maintaining an open and approachable structure,highlighted by the transparent red acrylic to the front.

Rise delivers market-leading online services to the home, home office and SMEmarkets. Their prime location within the exhibition hall at Cloud Expo offered theopportunity to engage passing visitors to and from the seminar theatres locatedeither side of their stand.

Interactive pods on both corners of their stand featured a survey created byCreative Bridge which allowed Rise to interact effectively with prospects andobtain qualified data. Modern angled architecture was used to reflect the Riselogo and create a striking design which incorporated uninterrupted graphicareas, interactive pods, walk in storage, a reception, seated meeting areas and audio-visual.

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City & Guilds Rise

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Modular

• Use time and time again

• Highly reconfigurable and scalable

• Fully delivered or self assembly

• Packed to travel in durable cases

Modular stands can extend as your businessgrows or you can hire modules for more impacton larger installations. Take advantage of ourstand installation and dismantle services, oralternatively we offer training for self assembly.

Virgin Media Business required a modular solution thatcould be reconfigured to suit multiple stand sizes throughouttheir annual programme of events. It was important toinclude a prominent graphic area where their logo andbranding could be displayed uninterrupted. This wasachieved by the inclusion of a curved seamless fabric wall.

Virgin Media Business

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This modular solution incorporates audio-visual, walk-in storage, large graphic messaging and a work station. It also provides an area formeetings and the display of literature.

As well as owning this flexible stand, Virgin Media Business called uponNimlok’s extensive modular hire inventory when a coinciding event requiredthem to deploy two stands at once. We were uniquely placed to offer thema consistent look and feel at both events.

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Virgin Media Business reconfigured

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Modular

A simple, yet striking, modular solution combining concealedstorage, a discussion area, literature displays, prominentbranding, audio-visual and subtle material combinationsincluding textured laminate, frosted acrylic and applied vinylthat achieves a sophisticated finish.

This stand is frequently reconfigured to smaller and largerspaces whilst also using interchangeable graphic areas totailor the message to the audience at each event.

Zurich

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WM Promus supplies and implements HP Software forITIL, ITAM and Discovery applications, delivering solutionsthat seamlessly integrate processes and technology. Itsprominent stand at Service Desk Show provided anexcellent platform to engage with prospects and

demonstrate their software solutions. This modular self-build solution incorporates uninterrupted graphic areasthat can be easily changed for future events, literaturedisplays, demonstration points and reception area.

WM Promus

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This modular stand example is located in our showroom for you to come and see. Its features demonstrate the wide variety of modular finishes and components whilst its graphics highlight the versatility of modularwith the multiple reconfiguration layouts shown.

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Nimlok modular stand

• Lightweight

• Easy to transport

• Simple to assemble

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Banners

Nimlok’s banner stand displays are quick,simple and versatile to use. The displaysare easy to assemble and provide youwith a visual backdrop in seconds.

Nimlok's portable fabric displays offera lightweight aluminium systemdesigned to create frameless andseamless display options.

Portable fabric display

Pop-up displays

Nimlok’s pop-up displays really are assimple as they sound. Our curved orstraight options provide a lightweightand portable solution, each packed in acarry case, which converts into a counter.

Nimlok’s comprehensive range of portable displaysoffers you unlimited design options, easy assembly,flexible configurations and interchangeable graphics.

Our portables are designed for a variety of usesincluding exhibitions, events, POS, display,promotion and outdoor signage.

Available with on-line live chat and phone support.www.nimlok.co.uk/portable-displays

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Portable displays

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Nimlok Clients

CapitaRaymarineCity & Guilds Novo NordiskMorgan StanleyInmarsatVirgin Media BusinessLloyds RegisterZurichMieleCitiBankFugroMorgan SindallColtAlstomInvestec