| Trade Shows can be confusing, particulary when you are unfamiliar with the language. Here is a list of the most commonly used trade show terms along with their definitions. If you know the word you are looking for, simply click on the first letter and go directly to the beginning of the alphabetical listing for that letter. |
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GANG BOX: A box containing tools and supplies to repair an exhibit or product in case of trouble.
GARMENT RACK: Frame which holds apparel.
GENERAL SERVICE CONTRACTOR: The copmany hired by the trade association or sponsoring organization or a trade show to handle the overall coordination, freight logistics, sub-contracting of ancillary services, and decoration of the exhibit hall.
GENERAL STRIKE: A strike by the organized workers in all companies in a geographic area. Also, a strike by all the organized workers in one industry.
GLOSSY: Common term for black and white photographs, reproduced on high gloss paper.
GOOD ONE SIDE: Grade of plywood whose face side is free of blemishes.
GOOSE-NECK LIGHT: Small (75 to 150 watt) spotlight with a flexible stem.
GRAPHICS: Communicative elements such as color, copy, art, photographs, translites, ect. used to illustrate a booth theme or enhance decor.
GRIEVANCE: An employee's or employer's dissatisfaction with some aspect of the employment relationship. May or may not be limited to dissatisfaction due to interpretation and application of the union contract.
GROMMET: Rubber, metal, or plastic element for reinforcing holes in weaker materisl. Also used on banners.
GROSS SQUARE FEET: Total space available in exhibit hall.
GROSS WEIGHT: The full weight of a shipment, including goods and packaging.
GT: Gross Ton
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