all under one roof

We supply modular, portable products for the tradeshow industry, to the tradeshow industry. Orbus provides you with all of the following:

  • Highly acclaimed, fast, friendly and efficient sales and service teams to provide solid advice and dedicated one-on-one support.
  • Professionally designed, unbranded marketing materials and unbranded websites to complement your company profile and give you that competitive edge
  • A clear and easy to understand trade pricelist with pictures offers simple to follow, quantity price breaks at 'factory direct' trade prices
  • Extensive inventory and streamlined state-of-the-art warehousing and distribution ensures same or next day shipping from stock
  • Our full in-house graphics department can provide everything from graphic design to 10' wide, photo quality printing onto practically any surface
  • One of the largest ranges of products and display solutions in the US

We are in the business of helping your business, so allow us to prove that. Discover for yourself why Orbus is fast earning the reputation of being Americas Favorite Tradeshow Supplier.


history

Orbus Incorporated was established in April 2001 in a modest facility on South Michigan Avenue. It launched with a staff of three and two primary products. By the spring of 2002 the line expanded to 22 products with a growing need for graphic services. As a result, Orbus merged with Paul Person Graphics, a Chicago based tradeshow inkjet print house. The new and improved business relocated into a facility on the northwest side of Chicago.

By January of 2003, the Orbus graphics department was fully established and providing graphic services that coordinated with a range of over fifty various display products. Orbus later introduced an unbranded catalog with the first edition of The Exhibitors Handbook. With over one hundred products and trade customers in almost every major US city, Orbus had established a solid reputation and foundation. In 2005, with over sixty employees and a continually increasing product range, Orbus made plans for relocation.

March 2006 marked an agreement for a newly constructed facility in Bolingbrook, Illinois. By summer Orbus had been recognized as one of Americas top five market leaders by several trade publications and leading tradeshow authorities. SignPro Systems was launched in November 2007 as Orbus' first step into the modular signage industry.  In 2009, Origin was launched as a provider of full custom solutions.  Today with this expansion, Orbus has grown to employ over 175 team members and its product line includes over 300 products.


the orbus group

Orbus365 is part of The Orbus Exhibit & Display Group.

The Orbus Display Group is a collection of companies that provide our industry with the finest modular display solutions, custom modular products, and way finding signage. These companies include Orbus365, SignPro Systems, Origin, and Axis. SignPro Systems offers affordable, modular way finding sign systems; Origin supplies fully custom solutions for the tradeshow industry; and Axis features environmental graphics.

The Orbus Display Group is the North American trade division of the P3 Group. Privately owned and founded in 1970, it is one of the world's largest suppliers of display, exhibit, and event solutions. This includes:


mission statement

The mission of Orbus365 is to remain one of the country’s leading trade suppliers of portable, modular display systems. We are committed to providing our customers with quality products at fair, value for money prices and superior levels of customer service and support.

To this end our Core Values are…

  • To conduct ourselves with uncompromised integrity
  • To provide a fun and focused environment that fosters respect for our employees, customers, and suppliers
  • To be ever conscious of our ecological impact and do our utmost to protect the environment
  • To encourage excellence in every effort
  • To recognize and reward the achievements of our employees

Giles Douglas
President & CEO of Orbus Exhibit & Display Group
(Pictured Left)



green efforts - environmental policy

Recognizing that the world’s natural resources are limited and fragile, Orbus LLC considers environmental protection to be consistent with its overall goals and values. At Orbus LLC, we strive to minimize our impact on the environment in the design, manufacture and storage of exhibition stands.

In March 2010, our environmental management system fullfilled the requirements of ISO standard 14001:2004 for 'Green certification.'  ISO 14001:2004 is recognized as an organization's high level commitment to environmental protection.

Green Logo

The certification makes Orbus LLC one of the first portable modular tradeshow manufacturers and suppliers in North America to achieve such official recognition.

The management team of Orbus LLC is committed to:

  • Minimize harmful effects on the environment caused by business activities
  • Prevent pollution
  • Achieve continual improvement of environmental performance
  • Comply with relevant legal environmental legislation, regulations and other requirements

Every Orbus LLC employee is committed to implementing this policy in his or her daily activities.




tradeshows work

Join us in a nationwide movement that represents one of the best and most meaningful ways to connect, face-to-face - TRADESHOWS WORK.  
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There are many reasons why tradeshows have been effective for companies of all sizes for the past 80 years.  Face-to-face marketing accelerates the sales cycle and still represents the best dollar-for-dollar value versus other competing media/marketing vehicles. 

20 Reasons Why Tradeshows Work for the Exhibitor:
Tradeshows provide Exhibitors with the opportunity to meet clients & prospects & decision makers face-to-face to:
1.   Generate leads & drive incremental sales
2.   Solidify relationships with current customers
3.   Establish relationships with prospects, key target markets & the media
4.   Shorten the sales cycle
5.   Introduce & promote new products to a new or existing market
6.   Enhance brand & product visibility
7.   Educate & demonstrate new uses for existing products
8.   Obtain feedback on new & existing products
9.   Learn the latest industry trends
10. Gain competitors insight
11. Conduct competitor & market research
12. Network with key industry contacts and key opinion leaders
13. Learn more about the industry they support
14. Have a presence in the industry
15. Gain exposure in new markets
16. Find personnel to grow your company
17. Build sales force moral & foster comaraderie
18. Demonstrate your commitment to a marketplace and your clients
19. Identify new business opportunities
20. Reinfoce & test marketing strategies

10 Reasons Why Tradeshows Work for the Attendee:
Tradeshows provide Attendees with the opportunity to:
1.   Purchase products at discounted prices
2.   Conduct research to ensure you make the best purchase decision
3.   Establish relationships with key vendors
4.   Learn latest industry trends & technologies
5.   Gain insight into what others in your industry are purchasing & why
6.   Learn from industry key opinion leaders
7.   Discover new products
8.   Compare competitive products side by side
9.   Meet the people only known previously via phone/email
10. Have the change to use a product before purchase

When evaluating whether to exhibit at a show or not, consider how your presence - or absence - at important trade shows affects your business.  Trying to save a few dollars today could compromise business tomorrow.  Visit our downloads page for a Tradehows Work logo package.

Supporting Resources
Trade Show Exhibiting in a Challenging Economy
The Importance of Tradeshows
Dollars and Sense: Why Tradeshows Really Work
The Value of Trade Shows Increases with a Plan (PDF)

                                                                                 


products

The incredibly wide range of Orbus 365 products includes:

  • Banner Stands: retractable, tension, and telescopic
  • Outdoor display products
  • Economy display products
  • Backwalls & info centers
  • Popup display systems
  • Cases
  • Tension fabric structures
  • Table throws and runners
  • Tabletop products
  • Folding display panels
  • Counters
  • Linear display systems
  • Orbital Express Truss
  • Display additions
  • Literature racks
  • Display lighting
  • And the value added service of in-house graphics

With a large selection of these products being off the shelf, we are able to offer extremely quick turnaround times. See all of our products at www.exhibitors-handbook.com.


welcome to graphic services

Orbus Graphics is proud to be considered a leader in the tradeshow industry with first-class customer service, high quality graphic products, affordable pricing, and quick production.

Our facility produces over 2,000 square feet of graphics per hour thanks to a full service customer satisfaction team, art staff, and around the clock production crew. Our fleet of grand format printers are equipped for speed and quality to meet the most demanding deadlines.

With over 10 state-of-the-art printers, we provide our clients with graphics to complement our line of Orbus hardware products creating a one-stop shop for all of your tradeshow requirements. We specialize in trade show applications such as banner stands, pop-ups, light boxes, dye-sub fabric displays and truss, but we can create graphics for nearly any application.

Orbus Graphics will provide you with a team of experienced and dedicated professionals who will go the extra mile to provide you with a great experience you will want to repeat.

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Vice President of Graphic Operations
alt John Lewin
Print Production Supervisor
alt Zak Zmuda
Print Production Supervisor
alt Ken Schrader
2nd Shift Print Production Supervisor
alt Matt Rubinberg
Quality Control & Purchasing Supervisor
alt Nicole Berry
Graphics Adminstration Team Leader
Graphics Administrator, East Region
alt Dawn Robison
Graphics Administrator, Midwest Region
alt Amanda Campagnoni
Graphics Administrator, Southeast & West Region
alt Al Brinker
Graphic Sales
alt Jaime Herand
Graphics Manager
alt Jenny Prado
Art Coordination Team Leader
Senior Art Coordinator, Midwest Region
alt Elisa Savage
Senior Art Coordinator, East Coast Region
alt Michelle Ward
Senior Art Coordinator, Southeast & West Region
alt Sarah Bernardi
Art Coordinator, East Coast Region
alt Nickie Tibbetts
Art Assistant, East & West Regions
alt Lauren Spreitzer
Art Assistant, Southeast & Midwest
alt Maria Torres
Sewing Supervisor

solvent printing

printing process

This process uses durable and vibrant inks that promote strong adhesion and excellent longevity. With a robust resistance to fading and scratching, solvent printing is ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications. Additionally, there is no need for lamination which makes solvent printing very affordable.

product capabilities

  • Retractable Banner Stands
  • Outdoor Banner Stands
  • DFA Banners
  • Telescopic Banners
  • Aero
  • Campaign
  • Custom Hanging Banners

Note: Some products only work with specific materials. Please make sure to reference the product in the graphic sizing/pricing document or contact your Orbus Sales Representative.


materials & size restrictions

MaterialMax. WidthCapability
13oz. Smooth Vinyl75" widthsingle or double
14oz. Anti Curl Vinyl50" widthsingle or double
7oz. Light Cotton*126" widthsingle
13oz. Outdoor Scrim126" widthsingle
7oz. Mesh72" widthsingle
10oz. Vinyl72" widthsingle
Static Cling (Clear & Opaque)63" widthsingle
Perforated Window Film60" widthsingle
Solvent Adhesive Backed Vinyl60" widthsingle
* Double sided banners can be made with single sided materials by printing two different pieces and sewing them together with an opaque liner.

finishing

Graphics printed for Orbus hardware are trimmed down to specific sizes and mounted onto their respective banner stand. We offer the following finishing options for custom graphics: pole pockets, hemmed edges, wind slits or grommets. Please call your Orbus Sales Representative for more details.


printers

Jeti 3318 & Jet 3324
Printer Width: 126"
Inks: C M Y K LC LM
Resolution: 600dpi
Speed: 400sq ft. per hr

uv printing

printing process

This state-of-the-art printing process uses ultra violet light to cure the ink onto a wide variety of rigid and flexible substrates. Once cured, the ink is bonded to the substrate and will not require lamination. UV ink, in conjunction with UV light, provides great longevity and vibrance to a multitude of graphic applications.

product capabilities

  • Coyote Mural Panels
  • Orbital Truss Panels
  • Custom Detachables for Products such as the Voyager, Horizon and EFEX
  • Rocket
  • Wedge
  • Linear Tabletop & Full Size Kits
  • Observe Grand & Observe Pro
  • Custom Rigid Signs
  • Custom Rollable Signs & Headers

Note: Some products only work with specific materials. Please make sure to reference the product in the graphic sizing/pricing document or contact your Orbus Sales Representative.


materials & size restrictions

MaterialMax. WidthCapability
22mil Opaque PVC4' X 8'single
22mil Translucent PVC4' X 8'single
3mm & 6mm White PVC4' X 8'single and double
3mm & 6mm PETG (clear)4' X 8'single
3/16" White Foamboard4' X 8'single and double
3mm Coroplast4' X 8'single and double
3mm & 6mm MILK Plex4' X 8'single
1/2" & 3/16" Gatorboard4' X 8'single and double
3mm White Styrene4' X 8'single or double
20mil White Styrene4' X 8'single
11oz. MVP4' X 8'single

finishing

Orbus uses standard finishing to complete Coyote Murals, Orbital Truss panels and custom graphics. Our techniques include trimming the graphics and applying magnets, velcro or other finishing hardware.


printers

Jeti 1224
Printer Width: 4' X 8'
(flat bed surface)
Inks: C M Y K LC LM
Resolution: 1200dpi
Speed: 350sq ft. per hr

dye-sublimation

printing process

We use cutting edge fabric printing technologies at Orbus. Utilizing two grand format, direct to fabric dye sub printers, we eliminate print steps and create fast and efficient work flows. This high speed process produces vibrant, six color output up to 3 meters wide!

product capabilities

  • Tension Fabric Displays such as Formulates and Hopups
  • Orbital Truss Graphics
  • Zoom
  • Wind Dancer
  • Blast
  • Retractable Banner Stands
  • Telescopic Banner Stands

Note: Some products only work with specific materials. Please make sure to reference the product in the graphic sizing/pricing document or contact your Orbus Sales Representative.


materials & size restrictions

MaterialMax. WidthCapability
Power Stretch 120" widthsingle
  4oz. Flag* 120" widthsingle
  8oz. Oxford Cloth* 120" widthsingle
Display Poly*120" widthsingle
8oz. Light Tex*120" widthsingle
* Double sided banners can be made with single sided materials by printing two different pieces and sewing them together with an opaque liner.

finishing

All dye-sublimation fabric graphics must be finished to maintain shape and quality. At Orbus, graphics are always finished according to the frame or system. All sewing is completed by the graphics sewing department.


printers

Aqua Jet 3324
Printer Width: 126"
Inks: C M Y K LC LM
Resolution: 600dpi
Speed: 400sq ft. per hr

D-GEN
Printer Width: 102"
Inks: C M Y K
Resolution: 720dpi
Speed: 200sq ft. per hr

aqueous inkjet printing

printing process

Our HP's have excellent color and high resolution output. All graphics must be laminated in order to be properly protected from scratching and fading.

product capabilities

  • Coyote Mural Panels
  • Orbital Truss Panels
  • Custom Detachables for Products such as the Voyager, Horizon and EFEX
  • Custom Rigid Signs
  • Custom Rollable Signs & Headers
  • Telescopic Banners

materials & size restrictions

MaterialMax. WidthCapability
4mil Opaque Film 050" widthsingle
4mil Translucent Film050" widthsingle
3oz. Satin Fabric050" widthsingle
* Maximum sizes may change depending on how the graphic is finished. For example, an opaque graphic with a pebble finish mounted to Sintra could only have a maximum of 48" wide because of substrate limitations.

finishing

Unlike UV printed graphics, all Aqueous Inkjet graphics must be laminated. Laminating will protect printed film from damage and scratches. The same standard finishing techniques, such as applying magnets or velcro, are applied once the graphic has been laminated.


printers

Canon 9000S
Printer Width: 60"
Inks: C M Y K LC LM Matte Black & Gray
Resolution: 1200dpi
Speed: 150sq ft. per hr

HP 5500
Printer Width: 60"
Inks: C M Y K LC LM
Resolution: 1200dpi
Speed: 90sq ft. per hr

* Our HP printers have UV ink which allows us to print translucent, backlit graphics.


graphic service downloads

From capabilities to after purchase care, these documents will provide you with all you need to place a successful order with the Orbus graphics department.


sales

Our experienced and dedicated sales team is one of the best in the industry. We pride ourselves on not only offering low prices, but great customer service as well. Our award winning sales support and customer service has been honored with such awards as 1st place Supplier of the Year and Outstanding Customer Service Award. Contact us today and let us show you how we can improve your business.


marketing

Orbus Marketing provides you with professionally designed, unbranded marketing materials and unbranded websites to complement your company profile and give you a competitive edge.

  • An easy to navigate e-commerce store for placing online purchases
  • High-resolution product images upon request
  • Clear and detailed instruction sheets for every product
  • Unbranded, full color product catalog for your customers’ reference as well as your own
  • An easy to understand trade pricelist with simple to follow quantity price breaks
  • An unbranded, unpriced website to offer your customers a view of our products

For marketing information, please contact:

Jeanelle Calogero
Creative Manager
jeanelle@orbuscompany.com

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sales team

In business, it's people that make the difference. Here at Orbus365 we pride ourselves on some of the best customer service in the business and strive to develop a personal relationship with our customers. Chose your area on the map to see and contact the sales staff that assists your region.

Patrick Carrig Patrick Carrig
Orbus365 & Origin
Director of Sales
patrick@orbuscompany.com

downloads

Orbus is dedicated to providing you with all the materials you need to sell quality trade show products. Download our catalogs and swatch cards to view all that we have to offer.

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press releases

08/25/2010
Orbus Group Achieves G7 Certification (PDF)

06/09/2010
Orbus Announces New CFO (PDF)

05/03/2010
Orbus Announces Expansion (PDF)

03/03/2010
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group Achieves ISO 14001:2004 Status (PDF)

01/04/2010
Orbus Display Group Launches Full Custom Division (PDF)


For marketing information, please contact:

Mary Carrell
Corporate Communications Associate
mcarrell@orbuscompany.com

orbus in the news



Product Sourcing 5/13/10
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group Announces Major Expansion

MFRTech 5/13/10
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group Announces Major Expansion

Exhibit City News 5/11/10
Orbus Announces Expansion

Sign & Digital Graphics 5/10/10
Orbus is Green Certified

Exhibitor Online 5/6/10
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group Announces Major Expansion

Signshop Network/Sign Builder Illustrated 5/3/10
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group Announces Expansion

SignWeb/Sign of the Times 5/3/10
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group Announces Expansion

Sign Industry 5/1/10
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group Announces Major Expansion

Exhibitors Daily 5/1/10
Orbus Expands 150,000 Square Feet

Graphic Repro 4/20/10
Orbus Expands with AGFA's Jeti Printing Systems

Exhibit City News 4/14/10
Orbus Exhibit and Display Group achieves green status

AGFA 4/8/10
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group Speeds Past the Competition with Agfa's Jeti Printing Systems

Wide-Format Imaging 4/8/10
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group Speeds Past the Competition with Agfa's Jeti Printing Systems

Global Print Monitor 4/8/10
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group Speeds Past the Competition with Agra's Jeti Printing Systems

Workflow Prepress 4/8/10
Orbus Exhibit & Display Group Adds Agfa :Jeti Printing Systems

Sign & Digital Graphics 3/29/10
Finding Reliable Resources for High-Quality Display Frame Systems

Sign & Digital Graphics 3/12/10
ISO 14001:2004 Certification

Signweb/Sign of the Times 3/12/10
ISO 14001:2004 Certification

Signshop Network/Sign Builder Illustrated 3/12/10
ISO 14001:2004 Certification

Exhibitor Online 3/12/10
ISO 14001:2004 Certification

Event Design 3/1/10
Modular Trends for a Changing Economy

Trade Show Expo 12/7/09
Orbus Display Group launches full-custom division

Exhibitors Daily 11/25/09
Orbus Display Group Launches Full Custom Division

Exhibit City News 11/25/09
Orbus Launches Full Custom Division

Exhibitor Online 11/25/09
Orbus Display Group Launches Full Custom Division

Wide Format Imaging 2/3/09
Fabulous Fabrics

Wide Format Imaging 1/5/09
Gandinnovations Jeti 3324 Aquajet

Exhibit City News 10/5/08
Orbus Celebrates 7th Year with Continuing Expansion

Exhibit City News 10/5/08
Orbus Inc. Expands In-House Graphics Department


employment

Orbus is a fast paced, growing company, and we continue to look to expand our team. For information about available positions, please contact:

Todd Papendick
Human Resources Director
todd@orbuscompany.com


opportunites

  • Receptionist
  • Sewer

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