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Fabrication
The construction of an exhibit.
FHC
A notation on floor plans indicating the locations of fire hose cabinets.
Fiber Optics
The use of cut glass fibers to display colored light.
Finished
No unpainted or raw surfaces or edges on a delivered exhibit.
Fire Exit
A door designated for emergency egress, which must be kept clear of obstructions.
Fire Lane
An aisle that must be kept clear of obstructions to allow emergency egress.
Fire Retardant
Term used to describe a finish which coats materials with a fire-resistant (not fire proof) cover.
Floor Manager
An individual representing show management who is responsible for the exhibition area.
Floor Marking
Method used to mark booth spaces.
Floor Order
Order for services placed after exhibit installation has begun. Compare with Advance Order.
Floor Plan
A map showing the size and locations of exhibit spaces.
Floor Port
A utility box recessed in the floor containing electrical, telephone, or plumbing connections.
Foam Core
Rigid foam covered with heavy paper stock used for mounting signs, art, etc.
Forklift, Forktruck
Motorized vehicle used to load, unload, and transport heavy items.
Foul Bill of Lading
A carrier-issued receipt indicating that transported merchandise was damaged when received. Compare with Clean Bill of Lading.
Four Hour Call
Minimum work period for which union labor must be paid.
Free Trade Zone
A port designated by the government of a country for duty-free entry of any non-prohibited goods.
Freight
Exhibit properties and other materials shipped for an exhibit.
Freight Desk
The area where inbound and outbound exhibit materials are handled at a trade show.
Freight Forwarder
A shipping company which handles export shipments for a fee
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