ISC West 2027 Booth Setup Guide | AppleDisplays
ISC West 2027 Booth Setup Guide
ISC West runs March 30 - April 02, 2027 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, NV. With approximately 30,000 attendees and 1,000+ exhibitors, it's the largest security industry trade show in the US. This guide covers what you'll spend on a booth, what kits work for the show floor, and the full week-by-week prep timeline.
Quick Facts: ISC West 2027
| Dates | March 30 - April 02, 2027 |
| Venue | Venetian Expo |
| Location | Las Vegas, NV |
| Expected attendance | ~30,000 |
| Exhibitor count | ~1,000 |
| Move-in dates | March 27-29, 2027 |
| Drayage (advance warehouse) | $116/cwt (200 lb min) |
| Drayage (showsite) | $168/cwt |
| Standard booth electrical (5 amp) | $180 |
| Internet (basic wired) | $1,395 |
| Industry | Physical Security / Surveillance |
| Official site | https://www.iscwest.com/ |
How Much Does a ISC West 2027 Booth Cost?
Real exhibitor cost (booth setup only, not including show fees, drayage, or labor). Custom builds quoted by traditional vendors compared to tool-free portable kits from AppleDisplays:
| Booth Size | Custom build (incumbent vendors) | Tool-free kit (AppleDisplays) | Setup time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 inline | $8,285 - $18,642 | $1,500 - $3,500 | 10 minutes |
| 10x20 inline | $15,535 - $36,250 | $3,500 - $7,500 | 15 minutes |
| 20x20 island | $46,607 - $124,285 | $19,000 - $42,000 | 30 minutes |
Drayage math for ISC West: A typical 10x10 setup ships ~150 lbs. At Las Vegas's advance rate of $116/cwt with a 200 lb minimum, you're looking at $232 minimum drayage just to get your booth from the dock to your space. Showsite drayage at $168/cwt adds another ~50%. Tool-free kits ship via FedEx Ground direct to advance warehouse — you pay shipping, not drayage, on most major US convention centers.
Recommended ISC West Booth Setups
Browse setups that fit ISC West attendees and venue constraints. Each links into the Booth Builder with your show pre-selected:
Week-by-Week ISC West 2027 Prep Timeline
- 12 weeks out (January 5, 2027): Lock booth size, sign show contract, kick off design + display order. Get your quote in 5 minutes if you haven't.
- 10 weeks out (January 19, 2027): Finalize graphics design and approve printer proofs. Order any custom signage.
- 8 weeks out (February 2, 2027): Confirm electrical, internet, and any AV rentals. Order any flooring or rigging.
- 6 weeks out (February 16, 2027): Ship to advance warehouse to lock the lower drayage rate (saves ~30% on most shows).
- 4 weeks out (March 2, 2027): Confirm hotel + flights for booth team. Brief staff on lead capture process.
- 2 weeks out (March 16, 2027): Print collateral, swag, and lead capture cards. Confirm freight delivery confirmation.
- 1 week out (March 23, 2027): Final staff briefing. Test your CRM lead capture integration.
- Show week (March 27 - April 02, 2027): Move-in Mar 27-Mar 29, show March 30 - April 02, 2027. With a tool-free kit, expect ~10 minutes total setup time.
What Most Exhibitors Get Wrong at ISC West
- Live surveillance demos are common — plan power and screen real estate.
- Integrators are the buyers, not end-users — speak to channel pricing on signage.
- Many vendors give away physical credentials/access cards as swag.
Build Your ISC West 2027 Booth
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