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The Pennsylvania Convention Center (PCCA) Exhibitor Web site is located at: http://www.paconvention.com/services/services2.asp

In order to keep the PCCA facility in exceptional condition for all clients, we ask for your cooperation in enforcing these guidelines. Should you have any questions, please call the Event Services Department at (215) 418-4850.

 

  1. Decorations, signs, banners, etc., may not be taped, nailed, tacked, stapled or otherwise fastened to ceilings, walls, and doors, painted surfaces, or columns unless approved by the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
     

  2. Holes may not be drilled, cored, or punched in the building.
     

  3. Painting of signs, displays or other objects is not permitted in the building.
     

  4. Adhesive backed (stick-on) decals or similar items (except name tags) may not be distributed or used in the building.
     

  5. Due to extensive clean up costs, glitter and confetti are not permitted in the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Additional cleaning charges may be assessed if these materials are used.
     

  6. Helium balloons may not be distributed in the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Balloons may be approved in advance for permanent attachment to your display. If helium balloons become detached from the display, the labor cost to retrieve the balloons will be charged to the Exhibitor. A deposit may be required prior to installation. Please contact the Event Services Department at the number listed above.
     

  7. The following carpet tape is approved for use in the Exhibit Halls: Kendall TC-19-100, Shurtape PC 618, or DF642, or approved substitutes. All tape and residue marks must be removed from the exhibit hall floor and disposed of immediately after the show. No tape of any kind will be permitted on carpeted surfaces.
     

  8. The Pennsylvania Convention Center will not accept advance shipment of freight or materials. All shipments delivered to the Pennsylvania Convention Center must arrive after move-in date begins and must be to the attention of the show general service contractor. Under no circumstances will C.O.D. deliveries be accepted by the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
     

  9. Parking - There are numerous parking facilities within close proximity of the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Therefore, except for loading and unloading, parking is not permitted on the loading docks. Due to limited space, unapproved vehicles may be towed at the owner’s expense.
     

  10. Display Vehicles - vehicles as part of a display are required to have less than 1/4 tank of fuel, with a locking tank or it must be taped shut. Both the negative and positive battery cables must be removed and taped. See display of motor vehicle policy for further information or contact the Event Services Department at the number listed above.
     

  11. Industrial personnel carts may be operated in the Pennsylvania Convention Center exhibit halls only, during move-in, move out and non-show hours. Personnel carts may only be operated in public areas during move-in, move out, and non show hours (activity permitting). Steps must be taken to protect carpeted and terrazzo surfaces by the installation of plastic or wrapping the wheels. Battery operated transportation devices specifically manufactured for the use of transporting disabled individuals may be utilized without exception. Golf carts or industrial personnel carts utilized for the purpose of transporting guests with special needs on carpeted or terrazzo must be approved in advance through your Event Services representative. Please refer to PCC Floor protection Policy for further details.

   
   

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