Material selection depends on service life, product weight, location and the required finish. These are the main options.
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| Criteria | Cardboard & corrugated boardMaterial details | WoodMaterial details | MetalMaterial details | AcrylicMaterial details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Typical use | Floor and pallet displays for promotions and secondary placements. | Retail shelving, sample holders and merchandise stands for longer-term placements. | Frames, hook displays and rotating stands with regular replenishment. | Counter displays, tester holders, plinths and transparent display-case panels. |
| Fabrication | Printing, die-cutting, laminating and gluing. | Cutting, CNC machining and drilling for shelving and shaped components. | Laser cutting, punching, bending, welding and riveting. | Cutting to size and assembling custom product holders and viewing panels. |
| Finishes and branding | Printed surfaces; matte or gloss lamination by agreement. | Wood type, exposed finish and branding areas to the brief. | Powder coating in an agreed color; branding through panels or inserts. | Transparent or colored panels; logo and information areas to suit the design. |
| Assembly and transport | Flat-packed or erected, depending on the design. | Disassembled or pre-assembled; plan connections and packing volume. | Disassembled frames or assembled units; protect surfaces and edges. | Protective packaging for viewing panels, edges and bonded components. |
| Planning considerations | Consider product weight, moisture at the location and reinforcement. | Agree the unit weight, shelf fixings and surface care. | Specify the footprint, load distribution and component connections. | Agree material thickness, point loads, product access and cleaning. |
Load capacity depends on the structure, material thickness and contents. A material alone determines neither the load rating nor the price.
Each material serves a different purpose. Materials can also be combined.
Lightweight, printable material for temporary promotions. Shape, thickness and reinforcement are planned for the product weight and application.
Wood can be used for long-term shelving and stands. Wood type, finish, structure and weight are adapted to the application.
Metal supports robust frames, shelves and hook systems. Particularly useful for displays that stay in place and are replenished regularly.
Acrylic can be used for transparent or colored product holders and plinths, including combinations with wood or metal. Planning takes thickness, loads and cleaning into account.
For specific requirements, we assess additional materials and technical components.
For example, metal frames with wooden shelves or acrylic holders on a printed base. Materials are selected for the function of each component.
Bamboo, PVC and vacuum-formed or injection-molded plastic parts can be assessed for a specific project. Shape, quantity and tooling requirements determine suitability.
LED lighting or integrated screens are possible following a technical review. Installation dimensions, power supply and maintenance access are included in the design.
Material thicknesses, load ratings and the specific combination are engineered for your project. Requirements for care, reuse or certification are agreed in advance.
Tell us about your product, quantity and location. We will review your requirements and discuss the specification with you.
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