By Della Domingo

	The 2015 SEMA Show marks the 12th consecutive year that "Car Crazy TV" host Barry Meguiar (right) will interview the specialty-equipment industry’s biggest names on the “Car Crazy Stage.”

“Car Crazy TV” will broadcast live on screens throughout the halls of the Las Vegas Convention Center and to more than 92,000 Las Vegas hotel rooms. A portion of the interviews will also be aired as “Car Crazy TV” episodes during the 2016 season.

Send interview requests or inquiries to Cynthia Whorton at cynthia@bciitv.com.
 
Car Crazy Stage Hours

• Tuesday, November 3: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

• Wednesday, November 4: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

• Thursday, November 5: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

The 2015 SEMA Show marks the 12th consecutive year that "Car Crazy TV" host Barry Meguiar will interview the specialty-equipment industry’s biggest names, brightest minds and top talent on the “Car Crazy” Stage.

By Della Domingo

	The 2015 SEMA Show marks the 12th consecutive year that "Car Crazy TV" host Barry Meguiar (right) will interview the specialty-equipment industry’s biggest names on the “Car Crazy Stage.”

“Car Crazy TV” will broadcast live on screens throughout the halls of the Las Vegas Convention Center and to more than 92,000 Las Vegas hotel rooms. A portion of the interviews will also be aired as “Car Crazy TV” episodes during the 2016 season.

Send interview requests or inquiries to Cynthia Whorton at cynthia@bciitv.com.
 
Car Crazy Stage Hours

• Tuesday, November 3: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

• Wednesday, November 4: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

• Thursday, November 5: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

The 2015 SEMA Show marks the 12th consecutive year that "Car Crazy TV" host Barry Meguiar will interview the specialty-equipment industry’s biggest names, brightest minds and top talent on the “Car Crazy” Stage.

By Della Domingo

	The 2015 SEMA Show marks the 12th consecutive year that "Car Crazy TV" host Barry Meguiar (right) will interview the specialty-equipment industry’s biggest names on the “Car Crazy Stage.”

“Car Crazy TV” will broadcast live on screens throughout the halls of the Las Vegas Convention Center and to more than 92,000 Las Vegas hotel rooms. A portion of the interviews will also be aired as “Car Crazy TV” episodes during the 2016 season.

Send interview requests or inquiries to Cynthia Whorton at cynthia@bciitv.com.
 
Car Crazy Stage Hours

• Tuesday, November 3: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

• Wednesday, November 4: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

• Thursday, November 5: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

The 2015 SEMA Show marks the 12th consecutive year that "Car Crazy TV" host Barry Meguiar will interview the specialty-equipment industry’s biggest names, brightest minds and top talent on the “Car Crazy” Stage.

By Monika Earle

	Using the SEMA Garage’s new Fortus 450mc 3D printer, members are able to print functional prototypes in up to nine different materials as large as 16x14x16 in.

With the 2015 SEMA Show just two months out, manufacturers are hustling to prepare new products and exciting prototypes for display—and the SEMA Garage is here to help! In partnership with Stratasys—a global leader in 3D printing and rapid prototype manufacturing—the SEMA Garage features a Fortus 450mc 3D printer. This state-of-the-art machine offers SEMA members access to powerful manufacturing technologies that deliver high-quality, functional prototypes quickly and affordably.

“For manufacturers who have never used a 3D printer or are not familiar with them, it can be intimidating and confusing,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of OEM and product development. “3D printing is actually fairly simple and the results are superior to other methods for creating functional prototypes.”    

To help members better understand what 3D printing is all about, Spagnola highlighted 10 important facts about 3D printing:

• Products can be printed from a number of materials: metal, nylon, rubber and ABS plastics, and often in combinations. The SEMA Garage Fortus 3D printer can accommodate nine different materials to help you develop just about any application.

• The size limitation is larger than most people expect. (The Fortus 450mc 3D printer at the SEMA Garage can accommodate parts as large as 16x14x16 in.

• Printing a product/prototype takes a fraction of the time it takes to fabricate the same product through more traditional methods. For instance, an entire intake manifold can be printed in as little as six hours.

• Members are able to send design files as easily as sending an email. Simply send the SEMA Garage staff your files and we’ll do the rest. We’ll even ship the completed prototype back to you.

• The resolution is highly accurate. (The Fortus 450mc 3D printer at the SEMA Garage is capable of print accuracy down to ten thousands of an inch.)

• Manufacturers who utilize the Fortus 450mc 3D printer at the SEMA Garage pay only for materials—a significant savings from either owning a machine or sourcing the service though commercial vendors.

• Parts can be customized/modified efficiently and affordably. With single-unit production, a quick tweak to a CAD file can easily be made without requiring changes in tooling.

• 3D printing allows manufacturers to process parts and prototypes without waste, keeping costs down.   

• Parts can be created that can easily be run in a vehicle, such as water tanks for intercooled superchargers, AC vents, turbocharger housings and even intake manifolds.   

• The Fortus 450mc 3D printer at the SEMA Garage utilizes Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) technology, which can build products with complex properties and are able to endure heat, humidity and chemicals.  

To book time with the new 3D printer in the SEMA Garage or to learn more about its capabilities, contact Rachael Salazar at rachaels@sema.org or 909-978-6728.

By Monika Earle

	Using the SEMA Garage’s new Fortus 450mc 3D printer, members are able to print functional prototypes in up to nine different materials as large as 16x14x16 in.

With the 2015 SEMA Show just two months out, manufacturers are hustling to prepare new products and exciting prototypes for display—and the SEMA Garage is here to help! In partnership with Stratasys—a global leader in 3D printing and rapid prototype manufacturing—the SEMA Garage features a Fortus 450mc 3D printer. This state-of-the-art machine offers SEMA members access to powerful manufacturing technologies that deliver high-quality, functional prototypes quickly and affordably.

“For manufacturers who have never used a 3D printer or are not familiar with them, it can be intimidating and confusing,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of OEM and product development. “3D printing is actually fairly simple and the results are superior to other methods for creating functional prototypes.”    

To help members better understand what 3D printing is all about, Spagnola highlighted 10 important facts about 3D printing:

• Products can be printed from a number of materials: metal, nylon, rubber and ABS plastics, and often in combinations. The SEMA Garage Fortus 3D printer can accommodate nine different materials to help you develop just about any application.

• The size limitation is larger than most people expect. (The Fortus 450mc 3D printer at the SEMA Garage can accommodate parts as large as 16x14x16 in.

• Printing a product/prototype takes a fraction of the time it takes to fabricate the same product through more traditional methods. For instance, an entire intake manifold can be printed in as little as six hours.

• Members are able to send design files as easily as sending an email. Simply send the SEMA Garage staff your files and we’ll do the rest. We’ll even ship the completed prototype back to you.

• The resolution is highly accurate. (The Fortus 450mc 3D printer at the SEMA Garage is capable of print accuracy down to ten thousands of an inch.)

• Manufacturers who utilize the Fortus 450mc 3D printer at the SEMA Garage pay only for materials—a significant savings from either owning a machine or sourcing the service though commercial vendors.

• Parts can be customized/modified efficiently and affordably. With single-unit production, a quick tweak to a CAD file can easily be made without requiring changes in tooling.

• 3D printing allows manufacturers to process parts and prototypes without waste, keeping costs down.   

• Parts can be created that can easily be run in a vehicle, such as water tanks for intercooled superchargers, AC vents, turbocharger housings and even intake manifolds.   

• The Fortus 450mc 3D printer at the SEMA Garage utilizes Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) technology, which can build products with complex properties and are able to endure heat, humidity and chemicals.  

To book time with the new 3D printer in the SEMA Garage or to learn more about its capabilities, contact Rachael Salazar at rachaels@sema.org or 909-978-6728.

By Monika Earle

	Using the SEMA Garage’s new Fortus 450mc 3D printer, members are able to print functional prototypes in up to nine different materials as large as 16x14x16 in.

With the 2015 SEMA Show just two months out, manufacturers are hustling to prepare new products and exciting prototypes for display—and the SEMA Garage is here to help! In partnership with Stratasys—a global leader in 3D printing and rapid prototype manufacturing—the SEMA Garage features a Fortus 450mc 3D printer. This state-of-the-art machine offers SEMA members access to powerful manufacturing technologies that deliver high-quality, functional prototypes quickly and affordably.

“For manufacturers who have never used a 3D printer or are not familiar with them, it can be intimidating and confusing,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of OEM and product development. “3D printing is actually fairly simple and the results are superior to other methods for creating functional prototypes.”    

To help members better understand what 3D printing is all about, Spagnola highlighted 10 important facts about 3D printing:

• Products can be printed from a number of materials: metal, nylon, rubber and ABS plastics, and often in combinations. The SEMA Garage Fortus 3D printer can accommodate nine different materials to help you develop just about any application.

• The size limitation is larger than most people expect. (The Fortus 450mc 3D printer at the SEMA Garage can accommodate parts as large as 16x14x16 in.

• Printing a product/prototype takes a fraction of the time it takes to fabricate the same product through more traditional methods. For instance, an entire intake manifold can be printed in as little as six hours.

• Members are able to send design files as easily as sending an email. Simply send the SEMA Garage staff your files and we’ll do the rest. We’ll even ship the completed prototype back to you.

• The resolution is highly accurate. (The Fortus 450mc 3D printer at the SEMA Garage is capable of print accuracy down to ten thousands of an inch.)

• Manufacturers who utilize the Fortus 450mc 3D printer at the SEMA Garage pay only for materials—a significant savings from either owning a machine or sourcing the service though commercial vendors.

• Parts can be customized/modified efficiently and affordably. With single-unit production, a quick tweak to a CAD file can easily be made without requiring changes in tooling.

• 3D printing allows manufacturers to process parts and prototypes without waste, keeping costs down.   

• Parts can be created that can easily be run in a vehicle, such as water tanks for intercooled superchargers, AC vents, turbocharger housings and even intake manifolds.   

• The Fortus 450mc 3D printer at the SEMA Garage utilizes Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) technology, which can build products with complex properties and are able to endure heat, humidity and chemicals.  

To book time with the new 3D printer in the SEMA Garage or to learn more about its capabilities, contact Rachael Salazar at rachaels@sema.org or 909-978-6728.

By SEMA Editors

	The Exhibitor Services Manual contains all of the resources exhibitors need to get the most from their SEMA Show investment.

This Exhibitor Update is the first in a series leading up to the Show with the sole purpose of helping SEMA Show exhibitors to have a successful Show experience.

The SEMA Show Exhibitor Services Manual contains all of the resources exhibitors need, all in one place.

Exhibitor Summit Videos: Learn how to become a master exhibitor by taking advantage of free marketing programs, smart booth designs and budgeting tips.

Upcoming Exhibitor Deadlines:

August 28: 2015 SEMA Show Directory Listing Information
September 4: Celebrity Appearance Notification Form
September 10: 2015 SEMA Show Directory Advertising Materials (contact your account representative)
September 11: Exhibit Space Design Notification (required for all exhibits 20x20-ft. or larger)
September 11: Hanging Sign Design Notification Form (required) and Order Form
September 18: Booth Vehicle Application
September 18: Feature Vehicle Application (vehicle displays outside of booth)
September 21: Lead Retrieval Rental (advance rate) – CompuSystems
September 25: Sponsorship Materials
September 25: Student Program Application (interns)
September 24: Freight – Freeman Warehouse – first day to accept advance freight (September 24)

New Products Showcase: The No. 1 destination of SEMA Show buyer and media attendees. Enter a product and view the video.

New, convenient location and hours: The 2015 New Products Showcase will be located on the Skybridge between Central and South Halls, opening Tuesday through Friday at 8:00 a.m.

Option to ship products: Exhibitors can have their product(s) shipped to the Showcase in advance and have UPS package and return-ship their product(s).

Older products qualify: “Featured Products” that do not meet the criteria for “new” products can be displayed and are valuable to the 20% of buyers attending the SEMA Show for the very first time.

SEMA Show Official Partner Spotlight: We take great care to ensure that our official partners offer the best value and customer service.

Official Housing Partner: Travel Planners, now onPeak, offers a lowest-rate guarantee for Las Vegas’ most popular hotels.

Official Logistics Management Partner: Freeman is the leading provider of convention management solutions, including logistics management and onsite execution. They handle the exhibit production details so exhibitors can concentrate on the face-to-face meetings with buyers.

Official Event Technology Partner: The Production Resource Group (PRG) offers custom-tailored presentation equipment packages, including sound/audio systems, laptops/computers, touchscreens/monitors, video walls, Blu-Ray/DVD players and more.

SEMA Show management is here to help you achieve your Show goals by answering any questions you have. Don’t hesitate to contact us.

By SEMA Editors

	The Exhibitor Services Manual contains all of the resources exhibitors need to get the most from their SEMA Show investment.

This Exhibitor Update is the first in a series leading up to the Show with the sole purpose of helping SEMA Show exhibitors to have a successful Show experience.

The SEMA Show Exhibitor Services Manual contains all of the resources exhibitors need, all in one place.

Exhibitor Summit Videos: Learn how to become a master exhibitor by taking advantage of free marketing programs, smart booth designs and budgeting tips.

Upcoming Exhibitor Deadlines:

August 28: 2015 SEMA Show Directory Listing Information
September 4: Celebrity Appearance Notification Form
September 10: 2015 SEMA Show Directory Advertising Materials (contact your account representative)
September 11: Exhibit Space Design Notification (required for all exhibits 20x20-ft. or larger)
September 11: Hanging Sign Design Notification Form (required) and Order Form
September 18: Booth Vehicle Application
September 18: Feature Vehicle Application (vehicle displays outside of booth)
September 21: Lead Retrieval Rental (advance rate) – CompuSystems
September 25: Sponsorship Materials
September 25: Student Program Application (interns)
September 24: Freight – Freeman Warehouse – first day to accept advance freight (September 24)

New Products Showcase: The No. 1 destination of SEMA Show buyer and media attendees. Enter a product and view the video.

New, convenient location and hours: The 2015 New Products Showcase will be located on the Skybridge between Central and South Halls, opening Tuesday through Friday at 8:00 a.m.

Option to ship products: Exhibitors can have their product(s) shipped to the Showcase in advance and have UPS package and return-ship their product(s).

Older products qualify: “Featured Products” that do not meet the criteria for “new” products can be displayed and are valuable to the 20% of buyers attending the SEMA Show for the very first time.

SEMA Show Official Partner Spotlight: We take great care to ensure that our official partners offer the best value and customer service.

Official Housing Partner: Travel Planners, now onPeak, offers a lowest-rate guarantee for Las Vegas’ most popular hotels.

Official Logistics Management Partner: Freeman is the leading provider of convention management solutions, including logistics management and onsite execution. They handle the exhibit production details so exhibitors can concentrate on the face-to-face meetings with buyers.

Official Event Technology Partner: The Production Resource Group (PRG) offers custom-tailored presentation equipment packages, including sound/audio systems, laptops/computers, touchscreens/monitors, video walls, Blu-Ray/DVD players and more.

SEMA Show management is here to help you achieve your Show goals by answering any questions you have. Don’t hesitate to contact us.