
Booth Design for Smart Manufacturing Week at the NEC
Smart Manufacturing Week at the NEC is the UK’s leading event for innovation in manufacturing, bringing together industry leaders, cutting-edge technology, and future-ready solutions. It’s the perfect platform for businesses to showcase their capabilities to a highly engaged audience. Fret Free Productions offers expert booth design and build services tailored to your brand, ensuring your presence stands out. From concept to completion, we deliver stress-free, high-impact exhibition stands that capture attention and drive engagement—so you can focus on making connections that count.
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Fully customised to meet your requirements and event objectives, we help you create an exhibition stand design that truly stands out on the show floor every time.
We take the time to understand your products, services, and corporate identity, delivering a stand that perfectly represents your brand and leaves a lasting, memorable impression.
We have a a wide range of economical and sustainable budget exhibition stand packages available for for UK-based events.
Each stand design can be fully customised to reflect your company or product branding – proving that working with an experienced exhibition stand builder doesn’t have to mean overspending. Take a look at our packaged below.
Our Exhibition Stands
Some previous trade show stands we’ve built and designed.


Gyptech Stand: Global Gypsum Conference & Exhibition

Immersive Planet Stand: IAAPA Expo Asia

Alier Stand at GGCE

Zyn Pop-Up Brand Activation

Husqvarna at BTME 2026

Within3 at Pharma Customer Engagement Europe

Exhibition Build for Winkey at In-Cosmetics Asia

Big Ass Fans at the Architect Expo

Cognaize at FIMA

KCC at IAAPA Asia

Husqvarna at BTME

Gyptech at Gypsum Conference and Exhibition

Podcast AI at the Podcast Show 2024

Quartzelec, Bangkok Thailand
About Smart Manufacturing Week
Smart Manufacturing Week, held at the NEC Birmingham is the UK’s premier festival of advanced manufacturing and engineering. With over 450 exhibitors and 13,500+ attendees, it offers unparalleled opportunities for businesses to showcase innovations in automation, AI, robotics, and more. The event features co-located shows like Smart Factory Expo, Maintec, and Design & Engineering Expo, providing a comprehensive platform for industry leaders, engineers, and technology providers to connect, learn, and collaborate.
For prospective exhibitors, Fret Free Productions offers expert booth design and build services tailored to the unique demands of Smart Manufacturing Week. From concept to completion, we ensure your exhibit stands out, engages visitors, and effectively communicates your brand’s message. Let us handle the logistics, so you can focus on what matters most—connecting with industry professionals and showcasing your innovations.
Exhibiting at Smart Manufacturing Week.
Connect with over 13,500 industry professionals, showcase innovations to a targeted audience, and generate high-quality leads. With co-located events and a future-focused agenda, it’s the ideal platform to boost visibility, launch products, and stay ahead in the evolving manufacturing and engineering landscape.
When should I request a stand design and build proposal?
Located just two hours from Birmingham’s NEC, Fret Free Productions offers tailored exhibition stand design and build services, ideal for events like Smart Manufacturing Week. Our close proximity ensures efficient collaboration, fast response times, and reliable delivery. We take the time to understand your brand, creating eye-catching stands that make a lasting impression. Whether you’re planning well ahead or working to a tight deadline, our experienced team oversees every detail—from concept and design to full installation. With Fret Free Productions managing the logistics, you’re free to focus on connecting with prospects and maximising your impact at Smart Manufacturing Week.
To request a stand design proposal contact us here
How much will it cost to build my exhibition stand for Smart Manufacturing Week?
The cost of creating an exhibition stand for events like Smart Manufacturing Week can vary significantly, depending on factors such as size, structure, materials, and design complexity. At Fret Free Productions, we approach each project like a bespoke space—tailored to your brand, objectives, and budget. By understanding your goals, event requirements, and allocated footprint, we craft a stand that delivers impact and functionality. Using advanced 3D design software, we bring your vision to life before a single panel is built. Stand costs typically range from £2,000 to £70,000, but we work flexibly to maximise your return—whether you’re aiming to boost visibility, generate leads, or drive sales. With us, your stand is built for performance.
To see some of the questions we ask before preparing a proposal for you, click here
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