Ecosystems

eco•systems Sustainable Exhibits, Inc. is the first green-built portable-modular exhibit system in the nation developed with environmentally responsible materials benchmarked to the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System of the U.S. Green Building Council.  eco•systems are built using a variety of materials derived from recycled content, rapidly renewable materials, and recyclable materials.

-MY REVIEW- 

Cost-  Between 10-15% more than an standard exhibit.

Set Up-  Same as other extrusion exhibits.  materials look and work the same.  THe green comes from the raw materials they choose and the print methods.  Not a hard set up, but I would use it for larger shows that have at least two people to set up.  

Shipping-  Depending on the size of your exhibit you could ship UPS_FEDEX route.  If you choose a 10x20 or larger you will need a larger tub meant for carrier only.  approx 5'x5' on wheels with forklift bottom. The cases are recycled and recyclable. Rotationally molded from recycled plastics, the shipping cases are as durable as traditional cases currently used in the industry.

Outlook-  System is new.  On the market about a year.   Good bunch of people manufacture it with long ties in the exhibit community.  Not a fly by night overseas company.  Durability is yet to be seen.  But my guess is pretty darn good.   If your company wants green, here it is.  But  the long term cost of an exhibit is in the shipping.  If you are going 10' there are other lighter options.  For a 10x20 this is hard to beat.  Just make sure other people know  you bought a special exhibit.  I don't think it looks much different than a regular exhibit.   That is good- unless you are trying to make a statement.

Information below is from manufacturer website and not written or verified by this writer.

Aluminum Extrusions: Lightweight, reconfigurable, and 100% recyclable. Aluminum extrusions provide structural integrity with significant design appeal.
Bamboo Plywood: Bamboo plywood is made from 100% rapidly renewable bamboo, using adhesives that are both strong and emission free. Bamboo is a member of the grass family and is harvested every 7 years.
Sorghum Board: Uniquely textured, this furniture board is manufactured from reclaimed agricultural fiber from the sorghum plant grown around the world for food. The stalks of this plant are usually burned or thrown into landfills after harvest. By using sorghum board, this material is removed from the waste stream, reducing landfill need and air pollution while giving rural farmers a new source of revenue from previously unused waste material.
Stains and Finishes: Our stains and finishes are water-based, low VOC (Volatile Organic Compound), and VOC Free. All stain, paint, and finishing products are low or no emitting treatments for minimal environmental impact.
Exhibit Graphics: Eco-Systems offers a variety of graphic options that are recycled, recyclable, or made from recycled soda bottles.
Shipping Cases: Our shipping cases are recycled and recyclable. Rotationally molded from recycled plastics, the shipping cases are as durable as traditional cases currently used in the industry.
Bio Carpet: These carpet tiles are made from polymer fibers from polylactic acid and are completely biodegradable at the end of their service lives.
Eco-Spun: Eco-Spun is a high-quality, Velcro compatible polyester fiber made from 100% recycles soda bottles.
LED Lighting: LED lights are 4 times more efficient than a regular incandescent light bulb and times 10 times longer.
Exhibit Substrates: A variety of substrate materials such as...     Eco-Flex-  Made from Cork, this rapidly renewable material is used as an acoustical membrane in our Panel Systems.     ReNew-  Made from eucalyptus, this substrate material is used in our panel systems as well is other infil areas.     Eco-Glass-  Also made from recycled soda bottles, this plexiglas alternative is available in frosted, clear, or black