Metis Orbital Express Truss 10ft Modular Exhibit

– 10′ x 10′ kit size
– Custom appearance
– Toolless assembly
– Simple twist and lock design

Kit includes:
– 16 x 6-way junction boxes
– 6 x 36″ straight truss lengths
– 4 x 46″ straight truss lengths
– 10 x 45º curved truss length
– 1 x full set of quicklock connectors
– 1 x adjustable tabletop*
– 1 x LCD monitor mount**
– 3 x Lumina 1, 50 watt spotlights
– 1 x OCF2 molded case

Graphic materials: Dye sublimated fabric or UV printed panels
*Tabletop max weight = 25 lbs / 11.34 kgs
*Tabletop color options: silver, black, mahogany, natural
**Monitor mount holds 13″-39″LCD, maximum weight = 50 lbs / 22.68 kgs
**Kit does not include monitor

What the Metis Delivers — Frame, Graphics, and Hardware in Detail

The foundation of the metis 10×10 orbital truss exhibit is a set of pre-curved aluminum tubes that connect through the Orbital Express tool-free coupler system. No wrenches, no loose hardware to lose between shows — each section clicks into the next via a captive pin mechanism that holds firm under the vibration and foot traffic of a busy exhibit hall. The assembled frame measures roughly 10′ wide x 10′ deep x 8′ tall, occupying your full contracted booth space while leaving the interior open for product tables, demo stations, or staff positioning.

Fabric graphics are dye-sublimation printed on a wrinkle-resistant stretch fabric. Colors are reproduced at high resolution with accurate Pantone matching, so the reds and blues on your banner match the reds and blues on your product packaging. The graphic panels attach to the frame through a silicone-edge tensioning channel — no pillowcase-slip graphics, no velcro strips to re-align between days. Remove the panels, toss them in a washable bag, and reinstall them at the next show looking as fresh as day one.

The carrying system includes a wheeled hard case sized to fit all frame sections and folded graphic panels in a single container. Most exhibitors check the case as standard freight or roll it into a cargo van without disassembly. Connectors, pins, and any optional lighting brackets nest inside padded compartments so nothing rattles loose in transit.

You can browse the full range of 10×10 truss exhibit configurations to compare the Metis against other frames in this footprint before you commit.

A Typical Show Day With the Metis

Picture an afternoon setup at a regional health and wellness expo. Your team of two rolls the hard case to the booth space, pops the lid, and lays out the frame sections on the carpet. The Orbital Express couplers click together in sequence — uprights first, then the overhead ring, then the cross-braces that give the frame its rigidity. The graphic panels are unfolded and fed into the silicone channels around the perimeter. Forty minutes after the case was opened, the booth is standing, branded, and ready for lighting to be clipped to the upper ring.

The next morning, attendees approach a polished 10′ x 10′ truss exhibit that reads as a permanent installation rather than a rental. That perception gap — between a fabric pop-up and a truss structure — is exactly why brands that exhibit more than twice a year tend to make the switch. The Metis is built to produce that effect every time, show after show.

If your program ever outgrows a single 10×10 footprint, Showfire also carries the orbital truss 10×20 format for inline double-wide booth contracts, and the 20×20 orbital truss for island configurations where you need traffic flow from multiple aisles.

Buyer Questions Answered Before You Order

Does the Metis work with the rest of the Orbital Express family?

Yes. The Metis uses the same coupler standard as every other frame in the orbital truss display collection, so accessories — lighting brackets, monitor mounts, banner arms — transfer between configurations. If you already own Orbital Express components from another Showfire build, the Metis frame sections will be compatible.

How do I submit artwork for the fabric graphics?

Showfire’s design team accepts layered files in AI, PSD, or high-resolution PDF format. When you order, you receive a print-ready template sized to the exact panel dimensions of the metis 10×10 orbital truss exhibit. If your files are not yet at print resolution, Showfire’s designers can prepare production-ready artwork from your brand assets for a flat design fee.

Is this a good first truss purchase, or is it more suited to experienced exhibitors?

The orbital truss 10×10 format is deliberately sized for first-time truss buyers and veteran exhibitors alike. The tool-free assembly means no prior truss experience is needed, and the 10×10 footprint is the most universally available booth space at any show. If you want additional context on how aluminum truss stacks up against fabric displays and other booth types, the trade show truss buying guide covers the full comparison in plain language.

Ready to Put the Metis to Work?

The metis 10×10 orbital truss exhibit is in stock and ready to ship. Configure your frame, upload your artwork, and place your order today — Showfire will handle production and get your booth on its way so you hit your show deadline without scrambling. Contact the team with any sizing or artwork questions, or go straight to the 10×10 truss booth page to review all available Metis options and add your configuration to the cart.