SEG Truss Display Kits for Trade Show Booths

An SEG truss display gives your booth real height without ceiling rigging. Choose a modular truss kit for an inline space or a tower for bigger footprints, then request a free 2D proof.

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SEG Truss Display Kits for Trade Show Booths

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Modular SEG Truss Tower Display

Modular SEG Truss Tower Display

$4,223 CAD
Portable Modular SEG Truss Display

Portable Modular SEG Truss Display

$2,990 CAD
800+ Products available
50,000+ Orders
30+ Countries
22+ Years experience

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Why Choose an SEG Truss Display for Your Next Show

A pop-up banner or table-top display can look small once you are surrounded by bigger exhibitors. An SEG truss display adds height and an open, architectural frame that reads like a custom-built booth. Because it stands on its own, there are no hanging signs to book and no ceiling rigging to arrange with the venue.

SEG stands for silicone edge graphics. The fabric is dye-sublimation printed, and a thin silicone strip sewn along its edges presses into a channel in the frame. You get a taut, clean finish with no visible clips or hook-and-loop strips, and your logo and colours look sharp from across the hall.

How a truss trade show display compares

  • Pop-up banners: light and low-cost, but limited in height and width. Better as a supporting piece than as your main backdrop.
  • Tension fabric displays: smooth, seamless walls with a soft look, but without the visible structure and depth of a truss frame.
  • Truss display booth: a bold, industrial look with crisp SEG graphics. It suits brands that want to look established and plan to exhibit regularly.

If cost is your main concern, think of the frame as the long-term investment. You can order replacement graphics for an existing frame, so a rebrand or new campaign means reprinting fabric rather than buying new hardware.

Match a Truss Size to Your Booth Space

The most common mistake with any booth display is buying a size that does not suit the floor plan or the show rules. Before you choose, check three things:

  1. Booth width and depth: measure the space you are allocated, not just the booth type. Every Portable Modular SEG Truss Display size is 2ft deep, which leaves most of the floor free for a counter, screen or visitors.
  2. Height limits: many shows cap back-wall height for inline booths. Check your exhibitor manual before you choose between an 8ft and a 10ft height.
  3. Future shows: if you exhibit in different booth sizes through the year, choose a size that works across the spaces you book most often.

Use the booth fit in the table as a guide, then confirm it against your own floor plan.

Portable Modular SEG Truss Display sizeFootprintTypical booth fit
8ft W x 8ft H x 2ft D8ft x 2ft8x8 booths, or a 10x10 where you want room beside the display for a counter
10ft W x 8ft H x 2ft D10ft x 2ftStandard 10x10 inline booths with an 8ft height limit
10ft W x 10ft H x 2ft D10ft x 2ftA full-height 10x10 truss booth display where show rules allow 10ft
12ft W x 10ft H x 2ft D12ft x 2ftWider inline spaces such as 10x20 booths, retail activations and event stages

Portable Kit or Tower: Which Truss Display Fits Your Budget

This collection has two truss formats, and each suits a different stage of your exhibiting plans.

Portable Modular SEG Truss Display

This is the practical choice for most small and mid-size businesses moving up from pop-ups. It starts from CAD 267, and the final price depends on the size you choose. Wondering whether the lower-priced option is tall enough? The two 10ft-high sizes match the presence of many custom-built inline booths, and the 8ft sizes keep you within stricter height limits.

Modular SEG Truss Tower Display

Starting from CAD 3845, the tower is a statement piece for exhibitors who want a vertical landmark. It works well in larger booths, island spaces, lobbies and brand activations where you need to be seen from a distance. Check the product page for its exact dimensions and configuration.

ProductStarting priceSizesBest for
Portable Modular SEG Truss DisplayFrom CAD 267W x H (ft): 8x8, 10x8, 10x10 and 12x10, all 2ft deepInline booths, first truss upgrades, regular exhibiting
Modular SEG Truss Tower DisplayFrom CAD 3845See product pageLarger booths, islands, lobbies and standout activations

Setup, Transport and Reuse

A truss display only earns its keep if your team can build it without stress on show day. Here is what to expect:

  • Arrives complete: each display comes with the frame, printed graphic and carry bag, so there are no surprise add-ons before your first build.
  • Tool-free assembly: the frame goes together by hand, and the SEG graphic presses into the frame channel without fasteners.
  • Modular construction: the frame breaks down into sections for packing, which makes it easier to transport and store than a rigid wall.
  • Graphics that pack small: the fabric folds into the bag and relaxes back into shape once it is tensioned in the frame.

For a first show, do a trial build at your office so your team knows the layout before arriving at the venue. If you expect to exhibit in different booth sizes, talk to the team before ordering about how the sections can be arranged for your plans. A second graphic for the same frame is also a simple way to switch messaging between events.

Artwork, Proofs and Ordering in Canada

Sharp graphics matter as much as the frame. Every order starts with a free 2D design proof, with unlimited revisions and no obligation to buy, so you can see exactly how your artwork sits on the truss before anything is printed.

  1. Choose your product and size using your booth plan and show rules.
  2. Send your artwork or a rough idea. Your logo and key message are enough to start with if your files are not print-ready.
  3. Review and approve the proof. Nothing prints until you approve it.
  4. Production starts within 24 business hours of approval, using dye-sublimation printing on fabric. Ask about PVC-free fabric options, such as 600D eco polyester, if sustainability matters to your brand.

Working to a show date? Check delivery timing on the product page and mention your event date when you order, so the timeline can be confirmed before you approve the proof. If there is a print error, the graphic is reprinted free, and unused frames and accessories can be returned within 7 days. Backdropsource has made custom printed fabric displays since 2004, with more than 100,000 custom products delivered. For product-specific questions, see the FAQs below.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an SEG truss display? +
An SEG truss display is a freestanding truss frame fitted with silicone edge graphics, which are fabric prints with a silicone strip sewn into the edges that press into the frame. It combines the open, structural look of event truss with a tight, wrinkle-resistant printed graphic. This makes it a popular step up from pop-up banners for trade shows, conferences and retail activations.
Will a 10x10 truss booth display fit a standard 10x10 booth? +
Yes. The 10ft wide Portable Modular SEG Truss Display sizes are made for 10x10 inline booths and take up only 2ft of depth. Choose the 10ft W x 8ft H size if your show limits back-wall height to 8ft, or the 10ft W x 10ft H size if taller displays are allowed. Always confirm height rules in your exhibitor manual.
Is a truss display better than a pop-up display? +
A truss display is better if you want more height, a premium built-booth look and a frame you will reuse for years. Pop-up displays are lighter and cost less up front, but they look simpler. Because you can order new graphics for an existing truss frame, the truss display often makes more sense for businesses that exhibit several times a year.
Does a truss display need ceiling rigging or hanging points? +
No, both truss displays in this collection are freestanding and stand on the booth floor. You get the height and visual impact of a truss structure without booking rigging, hanging signs or venue labour. This is one of the main reasons exhibitors choose a truss display over a hanging banner when the venue charges for overhead work.
Do I need tools to set up a portable truss display? +
No, the Portable Modular SEG Truss Display uses tool-free assembly. The frame sections connect by hand, and the SEG fabric presses into the frame channel without clips or fasteners. It arrives with the frame, printed graphic and carry bag. A practice build before your first show helps your team learn the layout and work faster on site.
Can I change the graphics on my SEG truss display later? +
Yes, you can order replacement SEG graphics for the truss frame you already own, so you never need to rebuy the hardware. This is useful for rebrands, seasonal campaigns or different product launches. Some exhibitors keep two graphics for one frame and swap them between events to tailor their message to each audience.
What is the difference between the portable truss display and the truss tower? +
The Portable Modular SEG Truss Display is a backwall-style display offered in four sizes from 8ft to 12ft wide, which suits inline booths. The Modular SEG Truss Tower Display is a vertical statement piece for larger booths, islands and lobbies. The portable kit starts from CAD 267 and the tower from CAD 3845.
Is the cheapest truss display sturdy enough for repeated trade shows? +
The Portable Modular SEG Truss Display is designed as a reusable display for repeated events, not a one-off print. Its modular frame breaks down for transport and storage, and its graphics can be replaced when your branding changes. Price depends on size, so choose the width and height that suit your booth rather than simply the lowest option.