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Custom Inflatable Columns for Trade Shows and Events

An inflatable column is a 6.5 to 20 ft (2 to 6 m) advertising column made of fabric printed in your colors. It inflates in minutes and can be seen from far away. Order from 1 unit, with a free digital proof to approve before production.

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From 1 unitFree digital proofConstant-blower, sealed-air or LED

Complete kitfrom $495 excl. sales taxPrinted column, inflator, carry bag and anchoring kit

Where to set it up

A column for every place you need to be seen

Trade show, storefront, race or festival: the same column works indoors and outdoors.

Coral inflatable column on a trade show booth — Trade show
Above the booths, it marks your location from across the hall.

Two white inflatable columns at a store entrance — Store entrance
In front of the storefront, it draws passersby to the door.

Inflatable columns on each side of a race start line — Race start
Start, finish, aid stations: it marks the course.

LED-lit inflatable columns at a night festival — Evening events and festivals
In the LED version, it stays visible all night.

Choose your inflatable column

Three models, one goal: being seen

All are printed in full color over their entire surface. The difference is power, noise and light.

Three inflatable columns of different heights in a studio

Constant-blower

Sealed-air (no blower running)

LED-lit

Best for

Outdoors, events

Indoor trade shows

Evening events, festivals

Heights

6.5 to 20 ft

6.5 to 16 ft

Power

Standard 110 V outlet, running continuously

Pump for inflation only

Built-in LEDs

Noise

Low (blower)

None

Stated on the quote

Setup

About 2 min

A few minutes

Complete kit

from $495 excl. sales tax

from $539 excl. sales tax

from $649 excl. sales tax

Customize

Constant-blower column

A small blower built into the base keeps it inflated continuously. The most stable option, ideal outdoors.

Best forOutdoors, events
Heights6.5 to 20 ft
PowerStandard 110 V outlet, running continuously
NoiseLow (blower)
SetupAbout 2 min

Complete kitfrom $495 excl. sales tax

Customize this model

Dimensions

What sizes do inflatable columns come in?

From 6.5 to 20 ft tall (2 to 6 m), with a diameter of 18 to 35 in (45 to 90 cm). The taller the column, the larger the diameter, to keep it stable.

Inflatable columns from 6.5 to 20 ft compared with a human silhouette

Choose a height

10 fttall

Diameter18, 24 or 35 in

Best useTrade show with high ceilings, plaza

For a trade show: check the maximum allowed height, the floor footprint, access to an outlet and the required fire rating.

Choosing a column for a trade show

Before choosing the height, check with the show organizer:

the maximum height allowed on your booth
the available floor space (base included)
access to a power outlet for a blower
the fire rating required for materials
space for transport and storage

All sizes and their uses

Height	Diameter	Best use
6.5 ft	18 in	Trade show booth, reception area, indoors
8 ft	18 or 24 in	Trade show, store entrance
10 ft	18, 24 or 35 in	Trade show with high ceilings, plaza
13 ft	18, 24 or 35 in	Outdoor event, parking lot
16 ft	24 or 35 in	Race, festival, signage seen from a distance
20 ft	35 in	Large outdoor spaces

How it works

Sealed-air or constant blower: how do they work?

Two ways to stay inflated. The difference is the power supply during the event.

Blown air

With a constant blower

Step 1Plug inThe blower sits in the base.
Step 2Inflated in 1 to 2 minThe column stands up on its own.
Step 3Stays plugged inA soft hum, taut even in a light breeze.

Best for: outdoors, long days

Sealed air

Sealed-air

Step 1InflateWith the included pump, just once.
Step 2UnplugThe airtight bladder holds the air.
Step 3No cableSilent for the whole trade show.

Best for: trade shows, indoors, no outlet needed

Cutaway view of an inflatable column: printed fabric, airtight bladder and base with blower

What's inside

A printed Oxford fabric cover that resists water and wind, an inner bladder that holds the air, and a reinforced base with the blower and a zipper to change the graphics.

Pricing

How much does an inflatable column cost?

It depends on height, technology, graphics and accessories. Always compare a complete setup: a printed cover alone is not comparable to a ready-to-install kit.

Height	6.5 ft	10 ft	13 ft	16 ft	20 ft
Constant blower	from $495	from $649	from $869	from $1,089	from $1,419
Sealed-air	from $539	from $715	from $935	from $1,199	—
LED	from $649	from $869	from $1,089	from $1,375	—

6.5 ftfrom $495
10 ftfrom $649
13 ftfrom $869
16 ftfrom $1,089
20 ftfrom $1,419

Price per unit excl. sales tax, complete kit, graphics included. Shipping to the contiguous U.S. included. 5% off from 3 units, 10% off from 5.

Every kit includes

The structureDurable Oxford fabric column with inner bladder
Your graphicsFull-color printing over the entire surface
The inflatorBuilt-in blower or electric pump
Bag and anchoringCarry bag, outdoor anchoring kit

Graphics only and reuse: the structure lasts from one season to the next. For a new event, only the printed cover needs to be replaced, at a much lower price than the complete kit. Printed cover only from $275 excl. sales tax for 6.5 ft.

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Ordering, digital proof and shipping

From artwork approval to delivery

At every step, you know what is happening and when you approve.

What you approve

The digital proof: nothing is produced without your approval.
The quote: price, quantity and delivery date, before payment.

Your requestHeight, technology, quantity and event date
You
Your fileVector logo (PDF, AI, SVG) or high-resolution file
You
The digital proofExact mockup of your column, to approve before production
You approve
ProductionPrinting and assembly after approval and payment
Us
DeliveryTo your address, on the date stated in your quote
Us

Setup, anchoring and use

Set up in minutes, packed in a bag

Setup and transport

Unroll the column and plug in the inflator: it stands up on its own. Deflated, it folds into its carry bag and fits in a car trunk.

Using the column outdoors

Outdoors, anchor it with the ground stakes or ballast bags depending on the surface. In strong wind, deflate it: each model's limits are listed in its instructions.

Materials and fire documentation

Water and UV resistant Oxford fabric. For trade shows, the fire rating of the material is provided on request with your quote.

In strong wind, deflate the column. Each model's limits are listed in its instructions.

Questions before you order

Your questions

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What are the different types of inflatable columns?

There are constant-blower inflatable columns (blown air), sealed-air columns (no blower running) and LED-lit columns. There are also rigid advertising columns made of cardboard or stretch fabric, which are smaller and less visible from a distance.

Can I create my own inflatable column?

Send us your logo and colors: we prepare the digital proof to scale. You approve it, then the column is printed and made.

Where can I find a cheap inflatable column?

Compare the total cost: structure, printing, inflator, bag and shipping. An inflatable column is reusable: over several events, it often costs less than a single-use display.

Inflatable column, retractable banner, arch or air dancer?

A retractable banner suits a small indoor booth. An inflatable column can be seen from much farther away. An arch marks an entrance or a start line, and an air dancer catches the eye with its movement in front of a store.

Can I order just one inflatable column?

Yes, you can order from a single unit, with your custom graphics.