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D.O.T.
Department of Transportation.
D.T. Labor
Double Time Labor. Work performed on overtime and charged at twice the published rate.
D/B/A
Doing Business As.
Damage Report
A report submitted by an exhibitor to a freight company or drayage contractor itemizing damage to shipped goods.
Dead Man
Temporary post used during installation to help support the weight of an overhead structure.
Dead Time
Time when a worker is unable to perform duties due to factors beyond his or her control.
Declared Value
A shipper's stated dollar value for the contents of a shipment.
Decorator
An individual (skilled craftsperson) or company (a contractor) providing services for a trade show and/or its exhibitors.
DIM Weight
Length x width x height divided by 194 for domestic shipments, or divided by 166 for international shipments.
Directory
A catalog of basic information about the show, including exhibitors, floor plan and schedule of events. (This is also sometimes referred to as an On-site Program or Program.)
Dismantle
To take apart an exhibit. Also known as Take-down, Teardown.
Display Builder
A company which fabricates exhibits.
Display Rules & Regulations
Exhibit construction specifications endorsed by major exhibit industry associations. Also the specific set of rules that apply to an exposition.
Dock
A platform where freight is loaded onto and removed from vehicles or vessels.
Dolly
A low, wheeled frame with a platform used for carrying heavy or cumbersome objects.
Double-decker
A two-storied exhibit. Also known as Multiple Story Exhibit.
Draper
A craftsperson who installs drapes, fabric, and special decor.
Drayage
The movement of show materials from shipping dock to booth for show set up and back to dock for return shipment at end of show.
Drayage Contractor
A company responsible for handling exhibit materials at a trade show.
Drayage Form
A form completed by an exhibitor requesting handling of materials.
Duplex Outlet
A double electrical outlet.
DW
Deadweight (tons of 2240 lbs.)
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