High-Quality CAD Drafting for Tradeshow Exhibits

Professional Exhibit Shop Drawings & Fabrication Design – Remote & Independent Services

AG CAD Designs provides precise CAD drafting and fabrication design services for trade show booths, museums, retail displays, branded environments, and experiential exhibits. With over 10 years of hands-on experience, we specialize in turning creative concepts into production-ready shop drawings that meet fabrication standards, timelines, and budget requirements.

Whether you need full design documentation or drafting support during build-out, we deliver accurate, manufacturable, and cost-effective solutions—available for remote contract work or as an independent drafting partner.


Why Work With AG CAD Designs

  • Exhibit Industry Expertise: Skilled in architectural millwork, graphics, cabinetry, and exhibit fabrication.

  • Production-Ready Shop Drawings: Accurate, manufacturable, and easy to install.

  • Cross-Material Knowledge: Experienced with metals, plastics, fabrics, wood, and laminates.

  • Independent & Remote Friendly: Fully equipped to collaborate with teams worldwide.

  • Problem-Solving Approach: Quick, workable solutions even with limited information.


Tradeshow Exhibit Shop Drawing Services

  • Detailed Shop Drawings: Floor plans, elevations, sections, and assembly details.

  • Graphic Templates: Breakdown and labeling for accurate production.

  • Set-Up Drawings & Print Layouts: Streamlined for installation teams.

  • Design Updates: Revisions throughout fabrication to maintain accuracy.

  • Value Engineering: Optimize budget and timelines without compromising design intent.

  • Collaboration: Close coordination with project managers, shop managers, and fabrication teams.


Specialized CAD Drafting Services

  • Floor Plans: Accurate layout of walls, displays, doors, and other exhibit elements.

  • Elevation Drawings: Detailed representation of height and vertical dimensions.

  • Fabrication Shop Drawings: Structural drawings with cutting lists, assembly instructions, and material details.

  • Electrical & Audiovisual Drawings: Placement of lighting, AV equipment, and electrical systems.

  • Graphic Drawings: Large-scale graphics, signage, and environmental graphics integration.

  • 3D CAD Design: Virtual walkthroughs to visualize your exhibit before construction.

  • Set-Up Drawing Services: Guides for rapid assembly at trade shows and events.


Key Skills & Tools

  • CAD platforms: AutoCAD, Microvellum, Cabinet Vision, and others

  • Microsoft Office Suite

  • Collaboration through NetSuite, Bluebeam

  • In-depth knowledge of fabrication processes and materials


Who We Work With

  • Exhibit design & fabrication companies

  • Event and trade show production firms

  • Museum exhibit builders

  • Retail display and branded environment specialists


Pricing Guide

Hourly Rates:

  • Small Exhibits / Pop-up Booths: $70/hr – Simple 10’x10’ booths, modular displays

  • Medium Exhibits / Multi-Component Booths: $90/hr – 20’–30’ booths, multi-level structures

  • Large Exhibits / Complex Builds: $120/hr – Multi-booth layouts, intricate designs, includes full CAD, cut lists, and fabrication details

What’s Included:

  • 2D CAD plans: Floor plans, elevations, sections, assembly details

  • Material & fabrication notes

  • Cut lists & component details

  • Revisions & coordination

  • Optional 3D CAD models/renderings

Benefits of Working With Us:

  • Precision & accuracy for seamless fabrication

  • Extensive tradeshow industry experience

  • Flexible and scalable services for single or multi-event exhibits

  • Nationwide service across the U.S.

  • Discounts and custom pricing for recurring or long-term projects


📩 Contact AG CAD Designs today to discuss your next exhibit project. Let us help you create a custom tradeshow exhibit that is visually stunning, technically precise, and ready for fabrication.