Deadline-driven. Detail-obsessed. Built to impress on the show floor. Export Commodity produces custom booth elements, branded props, product demo models, and oversized display pieces that make your exhibit unforgettable.
Get a Rush Quote View PortfolioTrade shows, product launches, corporate events, and conference exhibitions operate on hard deadlines. You can't push the show date because your display piece isn't ready. Export Commodity is the Houston 3D printing partner that understands deadline-driven production — we've delivered complex, multi-piece exhibit elements with 48-hour notice and shipped finished pieces nationwide the same week they were printed.
Houston hosts some of the largest trade shows in the country, from OTC (Offshore Technology Conference) to international energy expos. We're embedded in this event ecosystem and we know how to work at the pace of show production.
Full-size or scaled product models for hands-on demonstration at trade shows and exhibitions. Printed to look like production units — detail-accurate, photo-ready, and durable enough for thousands of touches.
Giant 3D-printed logos, letterforms, and brand marks in multi-piece assemblies up to several feet across. Matte, gloss, or metallic finishes. Lightweight enough to hang or mount on booth structures.
Branded mascots, product characters, and custom figurines printed in full detail. From tabletop-size to life-size installations — designed to stop foot traffic and anchor your booth identity.
Custom display pedestals, product stands, and exhibit bases with integrated branding, lighting channels, and cable management. Tailored to your product dimensions and booth aesthetic.
3D-printed dimensional signage, backlit text elements, directional wayfinding pieces, and custom nameplates. Precise enough for tight kerning, durable enough for repeated setup and teardown.
Tactile display models, take-apart demonstration units, kiosk components, and interactive props that engage visitors and communicate product features more effectively than printed graphics alone.
Standard pieces can be designed, printed, finished, and ready for pickup or shipping within 48 hours. Call us with your show date and we'll tell you immediately if we can make it happen.
For Houston-area events at the George R. Brown, NRG Center, or hotel conference venues, we deliver same-day to your event location. No freight, no waiting at a loading dock.
We ship anywhere in the US, with tracked expedited shipping options. We know how to pack exhibit pieces to survive shipping — protective foam, custom crating available for fragile large-format pieces.
Large exhibit elements are printed in sections and assembled. We design the seams to be invisible in the finished piece and provide assembly instructions and hardware for on-site setup by your booth team.
| Project Type | Standard Lead Time | Rush Lead Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small product demo models (under 6") | 1–2 days | Same day | File review required |
| Branded logos (12"–24") | 2–3 days | 48 hours | Multi-piece assembly |
| Large display pieces (24"+) | 3–5 days | 48–72 hours | Rush surcharge applies |
| Character figures & mascots | 3–7 days | 72 hours | Detail-dependent |
| Custom booth components (full set) | 5–10 days | Quote required | Parallel production available |
Yes — with caveats. Simple to medium-complexity pieces can often be produced in 48 hours or less. Very large or highly detailed pieces may need 72 hours minimum. The key is calling us as soon as you know you have a rush need. We'll tell you honestly whether we can hit your deadline and what the rush surcharge looks like. Rush jobs are prioritized in our production queue and monitored around the clock when deadlines are tight. Don't wait until the day before — call us the moment you know.
Absolutely. We ship nationwide via FedEx and UPS with tracking, and we have experience packing exhibit pieces to survive freight shipping. For fragile or very large items, we offer custom foam-lined crating. We can ship directly to show venues — including advance warehouse addresses for convention centers — with the specific labeling requirements most venues specify. Provide us with your show's advance warehouse info and we'll handle the logistics paperwork.
We can print in a wide range of stock filament colors that approximate most brand palettes. For exact Pantone matches, we recommend printing in white and applying custom paint. Our team can apply brand-matched paint in-house for presentation-quality color accuracy. For multi-color prints, we offer multi-material FDM printing that applies two or more filament colors in a single print. Ask about our color-matching service when you request a quote — we'll advise the most cost-effective path for your specific brand color.
For display-only pieces that won't be handled heavily, standard PLA or ABS is durable enough for multiple show cycles. For pieces that get touched constantly by visitors, we recommend PETG or ABS with a protective clear coat. For structural elements that bear load (pedestals, display stands), we print in engineering-grade nylon or add internal structural reinforcement. We'll recommend the right material for your specific application based on how the piece will be used and how many shows it needs to survive.
Yes. If you have multiple booths at different shows or need several identical display elements, we run parallel print jobs to produce matching sets. Consistency is not an issue — we use the same file, same material, same settings for every copy. For large quantity runs, we provide volume pricing. Provide your total quantity and show schedule and we'll structure a production plan that delivers everything on time.