5 Ft. Big Sky Tower 60D BLACK Graphic Package Includes:
- (4) SEG Graphics
- (16) 60D Vertical Extrusions
- (8) 40CG Horizontal Extrusions
- (16) Split Connectors
- (8) Support Struts
- (1) Torx Key
- (1) La Caja Hard Case w/Wheels
- Graphic Size:Â 60″w x 192″h
- Graphic Material:Â Stretch Fabric Dye-Sub
- Display Size:Â 5’W x 16’H x 5’D
- Warranty:Â Lifetime on Frame
- Shipping Weight:Â 117 lbs
- Shipping Dims:Â 48″L x 18″W x 11.5″H
What This 5 x 16 x 5 Exhibit Pillar Configuration Delivers
The 60D frame system at the core of this tower is engineered for repeated assembly and breakdown. Lightweight aluminum extrusions connect through a reliable interlocking mechanism, and the finished structure stands 16 feet tall — a height that reads clearly across a crowded convention floor without requiring rigging or suspension hardware. The black frame finish minimizes any visible hardware between fabric panels, keeping the visual focus on your printed graphics.
Stretch fabric graphics are printed full-color and tensioned over the frame to produce a taut, wrinkle-resistant surface. Unlike rigid panel systems, the fabric conforms to the frame geometry naturally, which means installation is fast and the result is consistent. The non-backlit format relies on ambient and directional booth lighting to illuminate the graphics — a practical tradeoff that keeps the overall package lighter and simpler.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | 60D aluminum extrusion |
| Frame Finish | Black |
| Graphic System | Stretch fabric, all four sides |
| Graphic Print | Full-color custom print included |
| Lighting Required | None (non-backlit) |
| Assembly | Tool-free, interlocking connectors |
| Graphic Reorder | Available independently of frame |
For a broader comparison of tower formats and frame systems, the tower display guide covers the full range of 60D configurations alongside backlit and SEG alternatives — useful reading before you finalize your spec.
Where This Height and Footprint Perform Best
A 5 ft. x 16 ft. x 5 ft. exhibit pillar occupies a predictable footprint while projecting height that most banner stands and pop-up backwalls simply cannot reach. That combination makes it particularly well suited to the following scenarios.
- Island booth perimeters — Placed at a corner or mid-aisle position, the tower creates a vertical landmark that guides attendees toward your space from multiple directions.
- Linear inline booths — A single tower anchors one end of a 20 ft. or 30 ft. inline, adding height variation that breaks the flat horizon of adjacent displays.
- Double-deck and multi-structure exhibits — Towers at this scale integrate well alongside arches, counters, and overhead structures, contributing vertical rhythm without competing for floor space.
- Permanent installations — Retail flagships, corporate lobbies, and showrooms use the same Big Sky format for long-term branded environments, since the stretch fabric can be reprinted seasonally while the frame remains in place.
- Event and activation marketing — Festival footprints, product launches, and sponsorship activations benefit from a tall freestanding structure that requires no venue attachment points.
If your program also calls for a lit version of the same footprint, the Sky Backlit tower display uses the same structural language with an internal LED system — worth considering if booth lighting is limited or the venue is particularly dim.
Fabric Graphics Without Backlighting — Managing Visual Expectations
Non-backlit towers perform best when the surrounding environment provides reasonable ambient light, which describes the majority of trade show venues and most corporate event spaces. Under standard fluorescent or LED venue lighting, full-color stretch graphics on a 16-foot column read vividly and hold contrast well.
If you are placing this exhibit pillar in a dimmer environment — a theater-style presentation area or a low-light activation space — supplement with directional spotlights aimed at the tower faces. That addition costs very little to rent or own and resolves any perceived limitation of the non-backlit format entirely.
The practical benefit of skipping internal lighting is real: no power cable routing, no ballast or LED strip management, and no transformer to carry in the shipping case. For exhibitors who move through multiple cities per quarter, that simplification compounds into meaningful time and cost savings across the show season.
Adding This Tower to a Larger Display Program
A single 5 x 16 x 5 tower can anchor a booth on its own, but it also scales cleanly into multi-piece programs. Pair two towers at opposite ends of a 20 ft. inline for a framed, architectural look. Combine with a reception counter and a curved fabric wall to build out a full island without custom construction costs.
Browsing the full range of vertical tower displays available through Showfire gives you a sense of how towers at different heights and footprints can be mixed within the same booth footprint. And if you are still mapping out your overall exhibit strategy, the complete trade show displays buyer’s guide is a practical resource for comparing display categories before committing budget.
Order the 5 ft. x 16 ft. x 5 ft. 60D Big Sky Square Tower — Black
This package ships with the 60D aluminum frame and custom-printed stretch fabric graphics ready to assemble. To order, select your configuration on the product page and submit your artwork files — or work with the Showfire team to develop graphics if your files are not yet production-ready. Replacement graphics can be reordered against the same frame at any time, making this exhibit pillar a long-term display asset rather than a single-campaign expense. Contact Showfire Displays directly with questions about timelines, graphic specifications, or volume pricing — or place your order online now and get this tower moving toward your next show.






