Shell scheme & truss stand
Shell scheme and truss stands, delivered quickly and to budget.
- Shanghai Xionglan Culture Communication Co., Ltd. (brand: Xionglan Art)
- Shanghai-based workshop · delivery in 67 Chinese cities
- 10 capability groups / 102 individual techniques · design, fabrication and installation in-house
- Phone +86 156 0163 6249 · Mon–Sun 09:00–18:00 (CST)
Not every presence needs a full custom build. A well-detailed shell scheme or truss stand with strong graphics and lighting is often the more sensible spend, especially for first appearances or secondary shows.
Commissioned work in shell scheme & truss stand normally runs from 14 to 49 m², with 2–5 working days in production from approved drawings. The reference range for this technique is CNY 800–2500 per m², quoted itemised. It sits within our Exhibition & Event Build capability, alongside 7 related techniques, and the 4-point deliverable below is what a commission includes as standard.
When shell scheme & truss stand is the right answer - and when it is not
Shell scheme enhancement is chosen where a company needs a professional presence at a show without the cost of a fully custom build. It suits first-time exhibitors, smaller budgets and shows where the shell scheme is mandated. The discipline is to make a standard frame look considered and branded within a modest budget, rather than to pretend it is a custom stand.
How the work is actually carried out
The standard shell is measured and photographed, then the enhancement is designed to fit its actual geometry rather than its nominal dimensions, since shell schemes vary more than the drawings suggest. Enhancement usually works through graphics, lighting and one custom element rather than through structural change - a strong back wall, good lighting and a considered counter do more for perceived quality than extra structure. Materials are chosen to be reusable across several shows, and the system is designed to be re-skinned with new graphics rather than rebuilt each time.
Typical applications
Typical specifications
| Typical size | 9-100 m2 |
|---|---|
| Construction | Aluminium shell scheme, truss frame, printed infill panels |
| Graphics | Printed panels, tension fabric, hanging banners |
| Lead time | 2-4 weeks |
| Capability | Exhibition & Event Build |
| Reference range | CNY 800–2500 per m² |
| Techniques in this capability | 8 |
| Coverage | Shanghai base, nationwide delivery, overseas projects on request |
Reference price bands for Shell scheme & truss stand
Indicative only, based on the scope normally quoted for shell scheme & truss stand. A firm price follows a site survey and an itemised quotation split into material, labour, finishing, packing and freight.
| Scope | Typical area | Reference total | Unit rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small area | 14–35 m² | CNY 11,200 – CNY 87,500 | approx. CNY 2500/m² |
| Standard area | 35–84 m² | CNY 28,000 – CNY 210,000 | approx. CNY 1650/m² |
| Large area | 84 m² and above | CNY 67,200+ | approx. CNY 800/m² |
Build tiers for shell scheme & truss stand
Shell scheme & truss stand is not one product at one size: the table below is the same scope ladder we quote on, so you can see where your project sits before asking for a price.
| Build tier | Typical area | Production days | What changes at this tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | 6–30 m² | 1–3 | Up to 30 m², one substrate and one access setup, 1–3 days in the workshop. |
| Tier 2 | 9–18 m² | 2–4 | 9–18 m² across two or more faces, 2–4 days, substrate build-up agreed per location. |
| Tier 3 | 18–72 m² | 2–5 | 18–72 m² across two or more faces, 2–5 days, substrate build-up agreed per location. |
| Tier 4 | 18–90 m² | 3–7 | 18–90 m² across two or more faces, 3–7 days, substrate build-up agreed per location. |
| Tier 5 | 18–36 m² | 3–6 | 18 m² and above, multiple substrate types and phased access, 3–6 days with a join and numbering plan. |
What we deliver
- Three-dimensional design and floor-plan coordination with the organiser
- Pre-assembly and trial fit in the workshop before shipment
- Structures, graphics, lighting, AV mounting and furniture
- On-site build, opening-day standby and dismantling
Faults we see most often in shell scheme & truss stand
Each of these is a field failure rather than a workshop one, and each is cheaper to prevent at enquiry stage than to correct after installation.
- Trying to make a shell scheme look like a custom build, which costs almost as much and rarely convinces.
- Designing to the nominal shell dimensions rather than the measured ones, so the graphics do not fit.
- Building a one-show solution when a reusable system would serve the next five at a fraction of the cost.
What to settle before an overseas project starts
| Shell scheme specification | Send the organiser's shell scheme details and dimensions. Measured confirmation on site is worth doing before production. |
|---|---|
| Number of shows | Tell us how many events the system must serve. A reusable kit is designed once and re-skinned cheaply. |
| Graphics and lighting | Most perceived quality comes from these two rather than from structure. Tell us what the brand requires. |
Working with us from overseas
Enquiry to installation, one point of contact. Export packing, shipping, commercial terms and quality control →
Design intent and what drives the cost
| Technique | Shell scheme & truss stand |
|---|---|
| Positioning | Shell scheme and truss stands, delivered quickly and to budget. |
| Floor area normally quoted | 14–49 m² per commission |
| Typical production window | 2–5 working days from approved drawings |
| Main cost drivers | Area and repetition; substrate preparation; detail and modelling time; surface finish; access and working hours |
| What we quote separately | Material, labour, finishing, packing, freight and site measures - each as its own line |
Representative work
Exhibition & Event Build projects photographed on completion.
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Exhibition & Event Build — Custom exhibition standCommon questions
What makes a shell scheme stand look good?
Can we upgrade to a custom stand later?
How early do we need to confirm a stand design?
Discuss shell scheme & truss stand
Send photographs, drawings or a 3D file with approximate dimensions. You will get a technique recommendation, a reference price band and a production schedule.