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Maximum load on floors:The maximum load allowed on the floors of the venue is ca. 3000 kg/m2, the maximum wheel pressure allowed is 5000kg. Exception on this are the floors of hall 7, (Amstelhal), hall 6 (Verbindingshal) and underneath the balconies of hall 1(Europahal), with a maximum load of 1000 kg/m2 resp. 2000 kg. For the balcony floors a maximum load of 500 kg/m2 isallowed. Point loads are not allowed; forces should be spread.The floors of the halls might not be completely flat. If you have any doubt, please consult the Productiondesk. If anyproblems occur during build up, please consult the Event Manager on duty.Wooden platforms:The use of wooden platforms is recommended for stands with water pipes, and/or large amounts of electric wiring; thestand builder can be approached for advice. When using platforms, the following must be taken into account:- maximum height is 10 cm, measured from floor level to the top of the platform;- the platform sides should be closed off and neatly finished;- platforms should be placed within the stand’s perimeter;- exhibitors who fit their stand with raised floors are asked to make sure that their presentation is accessible to thedisabled, for instance, by employing sloping stand edges or by adding ramps (of sufficient width and without sharpangledsides). This should preferably be recognizable to the visitors.No provisions:Any requests that are not covered by these construction regulations will be decided upon by the organizers.Fire and Safety regulations:Fire and safety regulations take precedence over these stand construction regulations in all circumstances.Multi-storey stands permitsExhibitors using stands with multiple stories, a gallery and/or podia (height > 60 cm) must request a permit at the latesteight weeks before the beginning of construction. In addition, you must receive written permission from the Dept.Productiondesk of Amsterdam RAI.More information can be found in the web shop, as well as the application form for a temporary building permit for multistorey stands or podia.Where building with extra stories is concerned, the exhibitor will also be charged 50% of the hire of stand space persquare meter, excl. VAT.For questions regarding the multi-storey stand permit please contact the department ‘Vergunningendesk’:Vergunningendesk, Amsterdam RAIE: vergunningen@rai.nlT. +31 (0)20 - 549 18 70Stand DecorationGeneral conditions:Exhibited goods may not completely or partially obstruct the view of exhibition area or the surrounding stands, and have tobe placed within the perimeter of the stand. Mobile parts of the goods cannot move outside the stand in case of e.g. ademonstration. Parts which can cause danger, like sharp and/or overhanging parts, have to be fenced off efficiently.Furthermore goods must not been covered during opening hours. The organizers are allowed to remove covers ifnecessary without any liability. Visually blot beauty parts on stands are not allowed. The exhibitor is not entitled to removeany exhibited goods from the stand during the exhibition without a written dispensation.Floor covering:The Floor of the stand has to be finished in good order by applying carpet of carpet tiles (included in the shell schemeconstruction). The exhibitor will be invoiced for removing any remains of e.g. adhesive tape on the floor. For the use ofspecial floor covering (e.g. concrete tiles, sand, pebbles) written permission from the organizers is obligatory. Thepermission can be requested when submitting the stand design. Before placing such materials, a plastic cover has to beapplied to the floor. The painting of floors is not allowed.

DefinitionsBanner:Banners are long ‘flags’ or cloths which are used for advertising purposes. Banners are available in both horizontal andvertical versions.Fascia boards:A fascia board is a construction on the upper part of a stand, which usually conveys the name of the exhibitor. It can beplaced on several sides of the stand, depending on the shape of the stand. The maximum height of a fascia board is 40cm.Perimeter:The perimeter is the outline within which the stand is placed, and which indicates the demarcation with the aisles andneighboring stands.Standard construction height:The standard construction height is the maximum construction height that all stands must comply with. Written permissionfrom the Productiondesk is required for any deviation, and will require the submission of a detailed stand design.Trusses:Trusses are metal suspension constructions, mostly rectangular or triangular, to which various lighting and audioequipment can be attached. Banners and other advertising can also be attached to trusses.Wall:A wall is a partition made of hard materials such as wood, (semi transparent / translucent) glass, polyester or stone, butcan also consist of curtains, nets or blinds, or a combination of the above-mentioned. Other parts that block the view arewill be checked as walls.Safety Rules & Logistic Services Amsterdam RAIAs from 1 January 2012 Amsterdam RAI has implemented several initiatives concerning Safety Rules and LogisticServices.Safety RulesAmsterdam RAI has set a goal to create a safe and hospitable working environment for everybody working in the RAI. Wecomply with Dutch laws and regulations and also clients demand increased safety at work. For these reasons AmsterdamRAI has implemented a new way of working regarding safety measures during the construction and dismantling period ofevents in the halls. Go to www.rai.nl/safetyatwork for more information.Exclusivity DB SchenkerAs safety of our guests is one of our main goals, only personnel of DB Schenker is allowed to enter the halls and workingareas with motorized and/or electrical means of transport. Time slots to load and/or unload can be reserved in advance inthe web shop.NB: Other parties are allowed to use manually driven material.