Familiarity with local & legal guidelines
Facility within reach of Koelnmesse
Fully In-House Capabilities
English-Speaking Project Managers
Over 1000+ Exhibition Stand Designs
All Inclusive Pricing with Zero Post Show Billing
Where – Koelnmesse GmbH, Germany
When – 3rd March to 6th March, 2026
Industry – Hardware
Here’s why you must partner with us:
– Proximity Advantage for Cologne
Our facility in📍St. Leon-Rot is in close proximity to Koelnmesse, ensuring fast logistics and reliable trade show booth rental services. Additionally, our📍Apeldoorn facility provides extra flexibility, giving you stronger support and presence across Europe.
– Tailored Booths for the Hardware Industry
We have designed and delivered trade show booths for leading hardware brands, enabling exhibitors to showcase innovations, attract industry professionals, and build strong business relationships at international events.
– Multilingual Project Managers
Our experienced project managers communicate in multiple languages, providing transparent updates, seamless coordination, and complete peace of mind from design to dismantling.
– Fully In-House Logistics
With our own transport fleet managing delivery, we guarantee timely booth arrival and stress-free installation—removing the uncertainties of third-party logistics.
Call us at +49 (0) 6227 877-290 | Email international@expodisplayservice.com to start planning your custom trade show booth for the International Hardware Fair 2026.
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From 9 sqm to 150 sqm custom rental booths, we do it all.
We begin by thoroughly understanding your bespoke exhibition stand vision, defining your objectives, target audience, and key message. This step enables our exhibition stand builders to identify what makes your brand unique, allowing them to craft a compelling and memorable presence at your event.
Our bespoke exhibition stand designers create customised exhibition stand design ideas, refining them with your input at every stage. Using advanced 3D stand design technology, we ensure your stand embodies your brand’s identity while delivering a visually striking presence and a seamless visitor experience.
To ensure transparency, we provide a detailed contract outlining all exhibition stands for hire specifications, timelines, and costs. This guarantees that both parties have a clear understanding of every project aspect before moving forward, eliminating any unexpected surprises.
With your brand materials in hand, we bring your booth to life by combining high-quality graphics with expert fabrication, ensuring both impact and precision. From this stage, a dedicated project manager takes charge, offering personalised support and handling all timelines, logistics, and coordination to deliver a premium, stress-free experience through to the event.
We use meticulous packaging solutions to safeguard every component of your trade show booth stand, ensuring it remains intact during transit. This process guarantees that your stand arrives at the venue in perfect condition, ready for a seamless, hassle-free, and professional setup.
From shipping and installation to dismantling, our skilled team handles everything with precision and efficiency. We ensure timely delivery, professional setup, and swift removal, making the entire process hassle-free. With our expertise in exhibition stands for hire, we provide end-to-end services, allowing you to focus on making an impact at your event.
Our comprehensive service package includes free design to approval, stand design and build, graphics printing, project management, and installation & dismantling.
To give you an accurate quotation for our custom exhibition stands, we first complete a design proposal, which we offer free of charge and without any obligation.
We provide all-inclusive pricing with zero post-show billing, so you get complete cost clarity and no hidden fees.
Request an Accurate Estimate6 Sq. m to 16 Sq. m
€5,500 - €11,000
18 Sq. m to 50 Sq. m
€7,500 - €25,000
50 Sq. m to 150 Sq. m
€30,000 - €135,000
Browse 1,000+ trade show booth designs or let us create a custom concept for your brand
Choose from booth sizes of up to 150 sqm, giving your products the ideal stage to attract attention
Receive a free 3D trade show booth design and a detailed quote within five working days
Benefit from our zero post-show billing guarantee ensuring no hidden charges show up after the event
Leverage our proven expertise in building trade show booths for the hardware industry
As local trade show booth builders near Koelnmesse, we know the venue’s guidelines inside out
The International Hardware Fair Cologne remains the premier event for the global hardware sector. Set to take place from March 3rd to 6th, 2026, it will bring together exhibitors from around the world to unveil their most recent innovations.
From construction tools and DIY essentials to fasteners, fittings, and accessories, a wide range of products will be on display. The event expects over 3,200 exhibitors and approximately 37,500 attendees. With nearly 69% of visitors coming from abroad, it offers unparalleled access to a truly international audience.
With top-tier professionals and high-quality buyer segments in attendance, standing out from the competition is essential. As key decision-makers seek valuable partnerships, your booth must reflect your brand’s full potential. That’s where our exhibition stand builders come in.
Elevate your presence with our budget exhibition stands. Contact Expo Display Service today to get started.
Hirevue - U.S.
I’d like to take this opportunity to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation for your team’s professionalism, exceptional service, and support with the Hirevue booth at Unleash World this year.
It was a pleasure working with you, and we’ve received excellent internal feedback on both the booth and the overall execution.
I look forward to continuing our collaboration and building on this success in the future.
Simonds Farsons Cisk - Malta
As always, Simonds Farsons Cisk plc had a very positive experience working with Expo Display Service for our booth at Anuga 2025. We have utilized Expo’s services in the past for various exhibitions and I must say that it is always a pleasure working with such a helpful and professional team of people.
We were assisted from start to finish and handover was smooth since all our requirements were met. Our booth looked fantastic and drew a lot of attention from visitors.
I cannot but highly recommend Expo Display Service to any company looking for a reliable exhibition partner!
Elvie & Willow - U.K
I’ll be using their services again! I recently used Expo Display for a B2B trade show in Germany (Kind + Jugend) and couldn’t recommend them enough.
Throughout the whole process they were efficient, responsive and extremely easy to work with.
Their response to brief was exactly what we asked for, and the quality of the final build was very good.
My whole team were extremely pleased with the end result which was a huge relief!
UNCOUNTABLE - U.S.
The Expo team quickly understood our needs and translated them into a design that aligned well with our brand and functional requirements. We were satisfied with the design phase—the 3D concepts were spot-on, and the collaboration was smooth and responsive throughout. Pricing and timelines were clearly communicated, with no surprises.
The booth was delivered exactly as agreed, in a transparent and professional manner. The finished stand was of high quality—well-constructed, with excellent graphics and durable materials. On-site, everything ran seamlessly. Installation and dismantling support were efficient, timely, and stress-free. All in all, great collaboration on multiple events so far!
Werfen - Spain
The team demonstrated a clear understanding of our goals and translated them into a design that fully met our expectations. They listened closely to our input and provided valuable insights, ensuring the final concept aligned with our vision from the start. We were very pleased with the design phase. The 3D concepts were visually impressive and helped us easily visualize the final outcome. Collaboration was smooth, responsive, and proactive — we felt supported and involved throughout the process. The scope of work was well defined, and all aspects — from pricing to timelines — were communicated transparently. The booth was delivered exactly as agreed, with …
Absolutely. We regularly assist clients from Europe, the US, the UK, Australia, and beyond. Our multilingual project managers ensure seamless communication, while our in-house teams provide consistent quality and timely execution, making international exhibitors feel supported and confident in Cologne.
Yes. We provide on-site support during the exhibition as an optional service on request. Many exhibitors value this added reassurance, as it ensures smooth booth performance and immediate help with any technical or operational needs during the event.
Yes. We design booths using sustainable materials, durable vinyl graphics, and energy-efficient lighting. These environmentally friendly options reduce waste and impact while maintaining a strong visual appeal, presenting your brand as responsible and forward-thinking to today’s environmentally aware trade show audience.
Definitely. Our trade show booths are built with flexibility, allowing rebranding, resizing, or reconfiguration for future events. This adaptability maximises long-term value, reduces costs, and ensures consistent brand presence across multiple international exhibitions.
We offer booth solutions ranging from compact modular designs to expansive custom-built spaces up to 150 sqm. Each concept is tailored to showcase your hardware products, engage trade professionals, and ensure your brand stands out effectively at Koelnmesse.
Yes. From design and production to transport, installation, and dismantling, we handle everything in-house. With our St. Leon-Rot facility just a three-hour drive from the Cologne venue, we guarantee smooth logistics, on-time delivery, and dependable local support for a hassle-free exhibiting experience in Cologne.
Absolutely. We provide a complimentary 3D booth design along with a detailed quote within five working days. This lets you visualise layout, branding, and visitor flow beforehand, ensuring the final trade show booth reflects your vision perfectly before construction begins
Yes. We’ve collaborated with leading hardware brands worldwide, delivering booths that showcase product innovation, attract distributors and buyers, and create meaningful engagement. Our experience ensures your presence at the International Hardware Fair drives strong connections and lasting business growth.
We recommend beginning preparations three to four months in advance. This timeframe allows sufficient room for design approvals, revisions, production, and transport while ensuring full compliance with Koelnmesse guidelines for a smooth, stress-free exhibition setup.
Yes. Our skilled in-house team manages complete booth installation before the event and dismantling afterwards. Working closely with Koelnmesse, we ensure all regulations are met, allowing you to focus on networking while we handle technical execution professionally.
+49 (0) 6227 877-290
international@expodisplayservice.com
