KiwiMill
Trade Show Models
High-Impact Custom Trade Show Models
KiwiMill builds custom trade show models that attract attention, communicate complex ideas quickly, and withstand repeated handling. These models give prospects a tangible, memorable way to understand your product or process—something photos, videos, and brochures simply can’t match.
Featured Trade Show Models
Explore dozens of custom models built for trade shows and exhibits.
Why Companies Use Trade Show Models
Trade show environments are crowded and competitive. A well-designed exhibit model helps your booth stand out by:
- Drawing visitors in with a physical, eye-catching display
- Making complex systems easy to understand
- Encouraging hands-on interaction
- Highlighting key features with cutaways, color, and detail
- Creating memorable demonstrations that boost engagement
Built for Durability and Repeated Use
A trade show model must survive multiple setups, tear-downs, and frequent handling. KiwiMill’s scale model builders use strong materials such as brass, aluminum, and welded components to ensure long-term durability. This construction approach makes our exhibit models reliable for years of travel and demonstrations.
A Worthwhile Investment for Exhibits
A custom trade show model offers several advantages over transporting full-size equipment:
- Easier and less expensive to ship
- Safe for visitors to touch and explore
- Ideal for demonstrating internal components or processes
- Perfect for explaining 2D designs in 3D space
- Enhanced with cutaways, see-through sections, and working parts
Every model includes a custom protective case to ensure safe transport between shows.
Frequently Asked Questions About Trade Show Models
What is a custom trade show model?
A custom trade show model is a scaled, durable representation of a product or system designed to attract attention at exhibits and help visitors understand complex technology through hands-on interaction.
What makes KiwiMill’s trade show models different?
KiwiMill uses strong materials such as aluminum, brass, and welded structures to ensure models withstand repeated travel and handling. Our trade show model makers focus on durability, clarity, and visual impact.
Why use a trade show model instead of full-size equipment?
Full-size equipment is often too large or costly to transport. A model provides the same understanding in a compact, portable format and encourages visitors to explore features up close.
Can you create interactive or working demonstration models?
Yes. KiwiMill builds product demonstration models with cutaways, moving parts, lighting, and functional features to help communicate how your product works.
How durable are KiwiMill’s trade show display models?
Our models are engineered for repeated use. We replace plastic and glue with metal components and reinforced assemblies to ensure long-term stability.
Do you provide custom cases for transporting the model?
Yes. Every model includes a custom-built case designed to protect it during shipping and handling.
How long does it take to build a custom trade show model?
Most models require several weeks to a few months depending on complexity, features, and scale. We work closely with your team to meet exhibit deadlines.
Can you replicate internal components or create cutaway views?
Absolutely. Our scale model builders specialize in cutaways, see-through sections, and internal detailing to highlight engineering features.
Do you ship trade show models worldwide?
Yes. KiwiMill builds and ships custom trade show models for clients around the world.
Start Your Trade Show Model Project
Bring your product to life with a custom trade show model built for durability, clarity, and impact. Contact KiwiMill to begin your project.