We look forward to welcoming you to National Hardware Show 2021! Our team is currently reviewing the National Hardware Show health and safety guidelines in accordance with public health recommendations and in consultation with other event organizers and venue partners, and will provide an update as soon as possible regarding protocols for National Hardware Show.
NEW 2021 DATES ANNOUNCED
HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION
The National Hardware Show will return for its 75th edition to the Las Vegas Convention Center on October 21-23, 2021!
At the National Hardware Show and all Reed Exhibitions events, your health and safety is our top priority. As part of this commitment, we’ve taken proactive steps and implemented new guidelines and policies to help support a safe experience. Everyone in attendance, including attendees, exhibitors and staff, are expected to comply our health and safety requirements, including:
Face Coverings
Everyone is required to wear an approved face covering while attending the National Hardware Show. For more details and requirements about face coverings, please click here.
Temperature Screening
Everyone attending the National Hardware Show will be required to undergo a temperature screening prior to entering. Anyone with a temperature above 100.4 degrees (F) will not be permitted entry to the National Hardware Show.
Increased Sanitization and Hygiene
Reed Exhibitions works with each venue to implement sanitization standards. It is the responsibility of everyone to maintain personal hygiene, including washing your hands frequently for at least 20 seconds with soap and warm water.
Physical Distancing
We have adjusted our layout and implemented exhibitor guidelines and requirements to promote physical distancing. Please help us maintain the well-being of everyone at the National Hardware Show by maintaining a distance of 6 ft. (2 meters) between you and others.
Directional and Distance Markings
Please follow all floor and distance markings and signage.
Follow All Signage and Direction from Staff
Operational adjustments may occur throughout the event in order to ensure the health and safety of all attendees. Please adhere to all signage and direction from all staff.
Greet Without Shaking Hands
Please observe social distancing guidelines when greeting others, avoid handshakes and hugs.
The National Hardware Show, our management and partners are committed to upholding the health & safety standards outlined on this page - additional details about policies and procedures will be posted here as they are made available. To read more about our efforts to ensure Health & Safety at Reed Exhibitions in the new normal, please click here.
Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you at the Show!
HEALTH & SAFETY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Please ensure that you have reviewed any advisories or restrictions that may be in place for travel to the United States and for travel to Nevada. Visit https://nvhealthresponse.nv.gov/ for more information.
Please be advised that a risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any event or public space, including the National Hardware Show. Prior to purchasing a ticket for and attending the National Hardware Show, please ensure you have read the latest CDC Guidelines for Prevention. By attending the National Hardware Show, you acknowledge this inherent risk and, as a condition of entering the National Hardware Show, you acknowledge, understand and confirm each of the following in accordance with applicable health guidelines:
- That you will abide by all National Hardware Show health-and-safety requirements;
- That you are not currently experiencing any of the following symptoms of COVID-19, as identified at CDC.gov, including, but not limited to:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
- That prior to attending the National Hardware Show you have not been in contact with someone with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 symptoms without completing a 14-day quarantine; and
- That you are not under any self-quarantine orders
Please do not enter the National Hardware Show or the Las Vegas Convention Center if you cannot confirm all of the above criteria. If at any point during your time at the National Hardware Show you do not meet all of the above criteria, you will be required to isolate and may be relocated or asked to leave the Las Vegas Convention Center at the sole discretion of event management.
Please note: The guidelines in this document are based on information currently available regarding the behavior and characteristics of the COVID-19 virus, public health information and local or state guidelines with respect to large gatherings in any particular community. As more clarity with respect to these variables emerges, it is expected that these guidelines may need to be adjusted accordingly
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes, everyone attending the National Hardware Show will be required to undergo a temperature screening prior to entering. Anyone with a temperature above 100.4 (F) degrees will not be permitted entry to the National Hardware Show, and may be directed to receive additional medical assessment.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer refunds. Please ensure you are free from COVID-19 symptoms prior to traveling. Please click here to view our full ticket terms and conditions.
More information coming soon.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer badge/ticket/conference refunds. Please ensure you are free from COVID-19 symptoms prior to traveling. Please click here to view our full ticket terms and conditions.
Everyone attending the National Hardware Show is required to wear an approved face covering. Additional details and guidelines on acceptable face coverings can be found here.
Approved face coverings are required to be worn by all attendees. To request an accommodation or for additional questions regarding accessibility, please e-mail us at inquiry@nationalhardwareshow.com.
Management partners closely with all venues, local, state, and federal health authorities to maintain a robust operational plan designed to maximize the health and safety of everyone. These Include:
- Strict sanitization and cleaning procedures
- Hand sanitizing stations
- Temperature screenings for all staff, attendees and exhibitors
- Layout design and spaces that promote physical distancing
- Exhibitor guidelines and booth design standards
- Reduced contact transactions
The Las Vegas Convention Center maintains an extensive health & safety plan for all events, including the National Hardware Show. For more information and details, please click here.
- Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority Universal Standards
- Las Vegas Convention Center Health and Safety Protocols - Attendees and Exhibitors
- Las Vegas Convention Center Health and Safety Protocols - Show Managers
Everyone is expected to fully comply with all health and safety guidelines. Acknowledging the guidelines and agreeing to comply is a requirement of entry (See the Health & Safety Acknowledgement above). The National Hardware Show will have specially designated Safety Stewards walking the show floor to ensure all guidelines are being followed. All violations of the guidelines will be addressed by Safety Stewards, security and/or event staff as soon as practicable following observation/notification of non-compliance. A Health & Safety Contact phone number will be clearly noted on signage throughout the National Hardware Show to allow for reporting of any concerns or issues.
The National Hardware Show has adopted several exhibitor best practices based on industry standards. By taking advantage of these recommendations, your organization will help ensure a safer experience for all attendees and customers. Please note that these recommendations may be revised and supplemented to ensure compliance with state, local and venue requirements. The Exhibitor Manual will be updated periodically to provide clear guidance on recommendations and requirements for Exhibitors.
- Staffing Your Space: We recommend no more than (3) individuals per 100 sq. ft. of space
- Space Layout & Design: Keep physical distancing in mind when creating your booth layout - maximize physical distance between exhibitor staff and visitors to the extent possible
- Hand Sanitizer: Ensure availability of hand sanitizer at all booths
- One-Way Traffic: For larger island and peninsula booths it is recommended to establish one-way traffic flow with marked entrances and exits
- Throughput: Control the scale, size and timing of meetings or gatherings within your space; avoid creating crowds
- Dividers: Include transparent dividers in areas where people will be in close contact
- Reduce Contact: Consider touchless (electronic and digital) alternatives to engagement, collateral material and giveaways
- Avoid Product Sampling
- PPE: Account for PPE apparel (e.g., staff masks, shields, gloves, etc.)
- Signage: Incorporate signage promoting health and safety best practices
- Increased Cleaning: Plan for cleaning of spaces and surfaces throughout the day; regularly sanitize surfaces and items with appropriate
- Promotional Materials: Ensure promotional materials are individually packaged
For answers to additional frequently asked questions, please click here. If you’d like to contact us directly, please click here to e-mail our customer service team.
SECURITY AT OUR SHOW
The safety and security of our staff, exhibitors and attendees is our priority. We work closely with the venue, corporate security, state, local and federal law enforcement authorities to identify risks, assess them and develop security plans for our events.
Everyone attending our events should be aware that the following are in place:
- Security staff may approach you to assist outside, at entry or inside the event
- Staff and attendees are required to wear ID badges provided
- Security procedures are fully operational at our events
- Bag checks are in operation at our events
- Walkthrough or hand held scanners may be in operation at our events
- CCTV in operation at our events is monitored and recorded
- Uniformed and covert Security Guards are in attendance at our events
- Uniformed and covert Police are in attendance at some of our events
- Canine Security and Detection is in operation at some of our events
Everyone attending our events is requested to:
- Keep personal property with you at all times and do not leave any items unattended
- Report anything that looks unusual, suspicious or just out of place to a member of event staff
- Remain patient and courteous with event staff undertaking security checks
- Follow the instructions of event staff at all times
- On their final visit to the event, dispose of their badge inside the event or when they’ve returned home, not in bins immediately outside the event
- Carry a recognized form of photo ID with them at all times