PAX West

Seattle Convention Center

Friday, August 30 - Monday, September 2, 2024

The deadline to order for this Show has already expired

Labor Facts





High Lift for Hanging Signs/Rigging

What Goes Up Must Come Down!
Please ensure that you are ordering hanging sign dismantle labor to take down your sign if you ordered hanging sign labor to install your sign. If it is not ordered, this charge will be added to your invoice at the close of your show.
If your Hanging Sign is received in the advance warehouse, and GES has all the required information, your Hanging Sign could possibly be hung prior to your arrival. Equipment and labor cancelled without a 24 hour notice shall be charged a one (1) hour cancellation fee for worker(s) and equipment. The minimum charge for labor is one (1) hour per worker and equipment. Thereafter, labor is charged in one (1) hour increments per worker and equipment.

All exhibit labor for 8:00 AM starting times will be dispatched to booth space. For all other starting times, please check in at the labor desk one half (1/2) hour before the time requested (confirm labor and forklifts by 2:30 PM the day before date requested). Any labor cancelled without a 18-hour notice will be charged a one (1) hour cancellation fee per worker. If your show is targeted we recommend for you to schedule labor the day after your target date if possible. All rates are subject to change if necessitated by increased labor and material costs. The operation or use of all equipment is not permitted by exhibitors or their appointed contractors.

If an Exhibitor fails to use the labor at the time confirmed, a one (1) hour "No-Show" charge, per worker, will apply. The minimum charge for labor is one (1) hour per worker. Thereafter, labor is charged in one (1) hour increments.

Please note that gratuities in any form, including but not limited to, cash, gifts or payment for work not actually performed, are prohibited by GES. Because GES expects the highest levels of integrity from all employees, please call our confidential Always Honest hotline at 800-443-4113 to report any fraudulent or unethical behavior.

Additional Information

Scissor Lift with Operator

All exhibit labor for 8:00 AM starting times will be dispatched to booth space. For all other starting times, please check in at the labor desk one half (1/2) hour before the time requested. Any equipment or labor cancelled without a 24-hour notice will be charged a one (1) hour cancellation fee per worker and equipment.
  • If your show is targeted we recommend for you to schedule labor the day after your target date, if possible.
  • All rates are subject to change if necessitated by increased labor and material costs.
  • An electrical scissor lift is required for light weight electrical work to be performed over 12'.
  • If an Exhibitor fails to use the labor at the time confirmed, a one (1) hour "No-Show" charge, per worker and equipment, will apply. The minimum charge for labor is one (1) hour per worker and equipment. Thereafter, labor and equipment is charged in one (1/2) hour increments per worker and equipment.

All exhibit labor for 8:00 AM starting times will be dispatched to booth space. For all other starting times, please check in at the labor desk one half (1/2) hour before the time requested. Any labor cancelled without a 24-hour notice will be charged a one (1) hour cancellation fee per worker and equipment.
  • If your show is targeted, we recommended for you to schedule labor the day after your target date, if possible. All rates are subject to change if necessitated by increased labor and material costs.
  • If an Exhibitor fails to use the labor at the time confirmed, a one (1) hour "No-Show" charge, per worker and equipment, will apply. The minimum charge for labor is one (1) hour per worker and equipment. Thereafter, labor and equipment is charged in one (1/2) hour increments per worker and equipment.
  • Every attempt will be made to install electrical and plumbing drops prior to your arrival as long as all information has been received.
Do you require Electrical or Plumbing?
Exhibitors requiring electrical or plumbing installation labor will automatically be charged a dismantle fee. Dismantle labor is charged at 50% of installation labor based on show close/move-out days/time (overtime rates may apply) with a minimum of 1 hour on dismantle for all equipment, and does not need to be scheduled. If electricians are required in the booth at a specific time for dismantle, please notify the GES Electrical Service Desk at the show.

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Installation & Dismantle Labor

All exhibit labor for 8:00 AM starting times will be dispatched to booth space. For all other starting times, please check in at the labor desk one half (1/2) hour before the time requested (confirm labor and forklifts by 2:30 PM the day before date requested). Any labor cancelled without a 18-hour notice will be charged a one (1) hour cancellation fee per worker.
  • If your show is targeted, we recommend that you schedule labor the day after your target date, if possible. All rates are subject to change if necessitated by increased labor and material costs.
If an Exhibitor fails to use the labor at the time confirmed, a one (1) hour "No-Show" charge, per worker, will apply. The minimum charge for labor is one (1) hour per worker. Thereafter, labor is charged in one (1) hour increments.

Please note that gratuities in any form, including but not limited to, cash, gifts or payment for work not actually performed, are prohibited by GES. Because GES expects the highest levels of integrity from all employees, please call our confidential Always Honest hotline at 800-443-4113 to report any fraudulent or unethical behavior.


Rigging, Hanging Sign Assembly

What Goes Up Must Come Down!
Please ensure that you are ordering hanging sign dismantle labor to take down your sign if you ordered hanging sign labor to install your sign. If it is not ordered, this charge will be added to your invoice at the close of your show.
If your Hanging Sign is received in the advance warehouse, and GES has all the required information, your Hanging Sign could possibly be hung prior to your arrival. Equipment and labor cancelled without a 24 hour notice shall be charged a one (1) hour cancellation fee for worker(s) and equipment. The minimum charge for labor is one (1) hour per worker and equipment. Thereafter, labor is charged in one (1) hour increments per worker and equipment.

All exhibit labor for 8:00 AM starting times will be dispatched to booth space. For all other starting times, please check in at the labor desk one half (1/2) hour before the time requested (confirm labor and forklifts by 2:30 PM the day before date requested). Any labor cancelled without a 18-hour notice will be charged a one (1) hour cancellation fee per worker. If your show is targeted we recommend for you to schedule labor the day after your target date if possible. All rates are subject to change if necessitated by increased labor and material costs. The operation or use of all equipment is not permitted by exhibitors or their appointed contractors.

If an Exhibitor fails to use the labor at the time confirmed, a one (1) hour "No-Show" charge, per worker, will apply. The minimum charge for labor is one (1) hour per worker. Thereafter, labor is charged in one (1) hour increments.

Please note that gratuities in any form, including but not limited to, cash, gifts or payment for work not actually performed, are prohibited by GES. Because GES expects the highest levels of integrity from all employees, please call our confidential Always Honest hotline at 800-443-4113 to report any fraudulent or unethical behavior.

Forklift with Operator

All exhibit labor for 8:00 AM starting times will be dispatched to booth space. For all other starting times, please check in at the labor desk one half (1/2) hour before the time requested (confirm labor and forklifts by 2:30 PM the day before date requested). Any labor cancelled without a 24-hour notice will be charged a one (1) hour cancellation fee per worker.
  • If your show is targeted, we recommended for you to schedule labor the day after your target date, if possible. All rates are subject to change if necessitated by increased labor and material costs.
  • If an Exhibitor fails to use the labor at the time confirmed, a one (1) hour "No-Show" charge, per worker and equipment, will apply. The minimum charge for labor is one (1) hour per worker and equipment. Thereafter, labor and equipment is charged in one (1/2) hour increments per worker and equipment.
Do you require Electrical or Plumbing?
Exhibitors requiring electrical or plumbing installation labor will automatically be charged a dismantle fee. Dismantle labor is charged at 50% of installation labor based on show close/move-out days/time (overtime rates may apply) with a minimum of 1 hour on dismantle for all equipment, and does not need to be scheduled. If electricians are required in the booth at a specific time for dismantle, please notifiy the GES Electrical Service Desk at the show. If being used for electrical purposes, forklifts are used to mount electrical headers that sit on top of columns or for lifting electrical apparatuses.



Up to 5,000 Lbs Forklift with Operator & Basket

All exhibit labor for 8:00 AM starting times will be dispatched to booth space. For all other starting times, please check in at the labor desk one half (1/2) hour before the time requested (confirm labor and forklifts by 2:30 PM the day before date requested). Any labor cancelled without a 24-hour notice will be charged a one (1) hour cancellation fee per worker.
  • If your show is targeted, we recommended for you to schedule labor the day after your target date, if possible. All rates are subject to change if necessitated by increased labor and material costs.
  • If an Exhibitor fails to use the labor at the time confirmed, a one (1) hour "No-Show" charge, per worker and equipment, will apply. The minimum charge for labor is one (1) hour per worker and equipment. Thereafter, labor and equipment is charged in one (1/2) hour increments per worker and equipment.
All exhibit labor for 8:00 AM starting times will be dispatched to booth space. For all other starting times, please check in at the labor desk one half (1/2) hour before the time requested (confirm labor and forklifts by 2:30 PM the day before date requested). Any labor cancelled without a 24-hour notice will be charged a one (1) hour cancellation fee per worker.
  • If your show is targeted, we recommend for you to schedule labor the day after your target date, if possible. All rates are subject to change if necessitated by increased labor and material costs. The operation or use of all equipment is not permitted by exhibitors or their appointed contractors.
  • If an Exhibitor fails to use the labor at the time confirmed, a one (1) hour "No-Show" charge, per worker and equipment, will apply. The minimum charge for labor is one (1) hour per worker and equipment. Thereafter, labor and equipment is charged in one (1/2) hour increments per worker and equipment.
Do you require Electrical or Plumbing?
Exhibitors requiring electrical or plumbing installation labor will automatically be charged a dismantle fee. Dismantle labor is charged at 50% of installation labor based on show close/move-out days/time (overtime rates may apply), and does not need to be scheduled. If electricians are required in the booth at a specific time for dismantle, please notify the GES Electrical Service Desk at the show.

Did you Know?
  • If floor work is to be installed with GES supervision, no service date and time is required. If floor work is to be installed with Exhibitor supervision, date and time is required and the date cannot be scheduled prior to assigned target date.
  • Every attempt will be made to install electrical and plumbing drops prior to your arrival as long as all information has been received
  • A 30% surcharge will be added to the labor rates above for GES professional supervision.
  • 15 minute breaks commence at 10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, and 9:00 PM. Lunch hour between 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM daily. Dinner between 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM daily. Lunch and dinner will not be reflected on your invoice. Time starts from the time electrician is dispatched and stops when electricians return to the desk.


Electrical Labor, Booth Work (Hanging Lights and Hooking up of Electrical Equipment)

All exhibit labor for 8:00 AM starting times will be dispatched to booth space. For all other starting times, please check in at the labor desk one half (1/2) hour before the time requested (confirm labor and forklifts by 2:30 PM the day before date requested). Any labor cancelled without a 24-hour notice will be charged a one (1) hour cancellation fee per worker.
  • If your show is targeted, we recommend for you to schedule labor the day after your target date, if possible. All rates are subject to change if necessitated by increased labor and material costs. The operation or use of all equipment is not permitted by exhibitors or their appointed contractors.
  • If an Exhibitor fails to use the labor at the time confirmed, a one (1) hour "No-Show" charge, per worker and equipment, will apply. The minimum charge for labor is one (1) hour per worker and equipment. Thereafter, labor and equipment is charged in one (1/2) hour increments per worker and equipment.
Do you require Electrical or Plumbing?
Exhibitors requiring electrical or plumbing installation labor will automatically be charged a dismantle fee. Dismantle labor is charged at 50% of installation labor based on show close/move-out days/time (overtime rates may apply), and does not need to be scheduled. If electricians are required in the booth at a specific time for dismantle, please notify the GES Electrical Service Desk at the show.

Did you Know?
  • Hook up Service Type is used for connections and hard-wiring of all 208 or higher voltage services, electrical motors or disconnects. Connection of total combined wattage within booth space exceeding 20 amps will require electrical labor.
  • Lighting Service Type is used for assembly and installation of all mechanically fastened static lighting when wattage exceeds 2000 watts and hard-wiring of all 208 or higher. Assembly, installation and dismantle of electrical headers and/or light boxes.
  • Miscellaneous Service Type is used for any electrical distribution and/or mechanical fastening to the exhibit or display of all electrical equipment, lighting fixtures, power tracks, etc.
  • For installation of monitors that are 37" or larger, 2 electricians are required.
  • 15 minute breaks commence at 10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, and 9:00 PM. Lunch hour between 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM daily. Dinner between 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM daily. Lunch and dinner will not be reflected on your invoice. Time starts from the time electrician is dispatched and stops when electricians return to the desk.
Additional Information
Please provide a date and time of when company representative will be in the booth to supervise the electricians requested. GES does not accept will calls.

Plumbing Labor

All exhibit labor for 8:00 AM starting times will be dispatched to booth space. For all other starting times, please check in at the labor desk one half (1/2) hour before the time requested (confirm labor and forklifts by 2:30 PM the day before date requested). Any labor cancelled without a 24-hour notice will be charged a one (1) hour cancellation fee per worker.
  • If your show is targeted, we recommend that you schedule labor the day after your target date, if possible. All rates are subject to change if necessitated by increased labor and material costs.
  • If an Exhibitor fails to use the labor at the time confirmed, a one (1) hour ""No-Show"" charge, per worker and equipment, will apply. The minimum charge for labor is one (1) hour per worker and equipment. Thereafter, labor and equipment is charged in one (1/2) hour increments per worker and equipment.
Do you require Electrical or Plumbing?
Exhibitors requiring electrical or plumbing installation labor will automatically be charged a dismantle fee. Dismantle labor is charged at 50% of installation labor based on show close/move-out days/time (overtime rates may apply), and does not need to be scheduled. If plumbers are required in the booth at a specific time for dismantle, please notify the GES Electrical Service Desk at the show.

Did you Know?
  • If floor work is to be installed with GES supervision, no service date and time is required in this field. If floor work is to be installed with Exhibitor supervision, date and time is required in this field and the date cannot be scheduled prior to assigned target date.
  • A 30% surcharge will be added to the labor rates above for GES professional supervision.
  • 15 minute breaks commence at 10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, and 9:00 PM. Lunch hour between 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM daily. Dinner between 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM daily. Lunch and dinner will not be reflected on your invoice. Time starts from the time plumber is dispatched and stops when plumbers return to the desk.
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What is Exhibitor Supervision?

An exhibitor chooses Exhibitor Supervised so they are able to instruct the laborer in person. The exhibitor is required to be in the booth and there are no supervision fees. A scheduled date and time is necessary for this option.

What is GES Supervision?

An exhibitor chooses GES Supervised when they want the work completed prior to their assigned target date and time. This allows exhibitors to start their booth build at their assigned target date and time. On most shows and services, there is a minimum surcharge for the professional supervision. Remember, when an exhibitor chooses this option, they do not need to schedule a date and time for services to be completed.