Rules & regulations

All exhibitors / contractors wishing to use strobes or fast changing visuals on their stand are to notify the organisers 70 days prior to the start of the Event, with a clear, detailed explanation. 

The below regulations are mandatory when using strobes or fast changing visuals:

• Strobes are to be mounted as high above head height as is practicable
• The number of flashes or image changes is less than 5 per second (5Hz)
• Strobes are not permitted to be on, for more than 30 seconds at any one time
• Any effect should be positioned outside the normal eyeline of the public or delegates
• Where more than one strobe light is being used the flashes should be synchronized
• Warning signs must be present.
• Where possible, the lights should be bounced off walls and ceilings or diffused by other means so that glare is reduced.
• Continuous operation of strobe lighting for long periods over 30 minutes, should be avoided.
• Strobe lighting is prohibited on the staircases of all double deck / 2 storey stands
• The maximum intensity level allowed for this type of light will be 3000 lux measured at 2 meters from any point on the ground
• Any special effects on the stand should be positioned in a way that any neighbouring stands are not affected. Any complaints from neighbouring stands will result in the onsite Health & Safety representative investigating
• Under no circumstances may light be projected directly or indirectly on passage areas such as walkways, skywalks, aisle or common areas

The Organisers and/or the Venue, reserve the right to curtail or ban demonstrations if complaints are received.