Here are some often-asked questions about Wire Expo. To return to the previous page, click here.
| Q. How much does it cost to attend the Wire Expo? |
| A. There are a variety of registration options and associated fees including member and nonmember rates. (back to top) |
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| Q. Is there a way that I can check if my registration has been confirmed on your web site? |
| A. Yes. You may enter your name on the first screen of the registration form. As long as you have entered this information EXACTLY as you did when you registered, it will tell you whether your name is in our database or if a registration record does not exist in the system. (back to top) |
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| Q. How can I get my badge besides waiting in line at the show? |
| A. It only takes seconds to print your badge once you are in our database and we have a badge claim counter on-site just for people needing only to make corrections to their badge or to get their badge printed. (back to top) |
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| Q. I registered online and received a confirmation with a barcode. What do I do now? |
| A. Bring your printed confirmation to a badge claim counter in the show registration area and get your badge printed instantly. (back to top) |
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| Q. How do I get a detailed list of exhibitors for the show? |
| A. We suggest you book mark our show web site address and return to it often during the weeks leading up to the show dates. The information on the web site is constantly updated and reflects new exhibiting companies that have joined our expo. (back to top) |
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| Q. How long does it take to receive a confirmation for my registration? |
| A. Providing you included your correct e-mail address on the registration form, you will receive a confirmation via e-mail within 24 hours. Registrations received via fax are confirmed closer the event. (back to top) |
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| Q. What if I do not pre-register for the Wire Expo? |
| A. You may register at the show on-site. There will be ample registration staff to accommodate many new other individuals that did not pre-register. Online registration is NOT available throughout show days. (back to top) |
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| Q. As an exhibitor, will I receive my registration badge in advance of Wire Expo? |
A. Yes, provided you completed the registration prior to the deadline. If you do not receive the badge in the mail prior to the show, you can obtain the badge at the VIP/Exhibitor counter. (back to top) |
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| Q. As an attendee, will I receive my registration badge in advance of Wire Expo? |
| A. No, all badges need to be picked up by attendees at the Wire Expo registration area badge claim counter. (back to top) |
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| Q. Why is the cancellation date for the conference so early on? |
A. The cancellation deadline for the conference is May 8, 2008. The request for cancellation needs to be made in writing; received prior to the cancellation deadline; and a $25 processing fee will be deducted from your total registration fee - if you are eligible for the credit. Since we are aware that reasons beyond the control of the registrant might arise preventing them from attending their chosen sessions, we do welcome a replacement participant to attend. If you have been mailed your conference badge, it will need to be surrendered in order to make a new one for your replacement. There is no charge for transferring your registration to another person. No registration credits may be transferred to other shows. No refunds will be given past the cancellation deadline. No Exceptions. (back to top) |
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| Q. How do I cancel conference registrants and replace them with someone else? |
A. Prior to the show opening you must write or fax us notifying us of the change. Or, the replacement person may come to the cashier’s counter in the Registration area at the show and have a badge produced. You must bring with you the person’s confirmation information that you are replacing and who is no longer coming to the show. There is a no charge for transferring your registration to another person. (back to top) |
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| Q. Why can’t I get a partial conference refund? |
A. A partial conference refund is available IF the cancellation request is made in writing by May 8, 2008 cancellation deadline. All but $25 will be credited back to you, unless you notify us after the cancellation deadline, at which time your only option is to send someone else in your place. No refunds will be issued after the cancellation deadline. (back to top) |
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| Q. Why is the early bird conference fee offered only for a limited time? |
A. The early bird fee is designated as an incentive for people to register for the conferences early. The benefit of signing up early as a conference registrant, in addition to paying a substantially reduced price, is that your registration is expedited. (back to top) |
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| Q. Can I attend the morning conference session and send someone else to the afternoon conference session in my place? |
| A. No. Conference registrations/badges may not be shared. (back to top) |
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| Q. Is there a charge for a replacement badge? |
| A. No. A replacement badge can be printed at the Pre-Registered counter in the Registration area with proper identification free of charge. (back to top) |
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| Q. How do I get a correction on my badge? |
A. A correction on the badge can be made at the show. Please bring the original badge with you to the badge claim or cashier’s counters in the Registration area on-site, and a new one will be produced for you. There is no charge to have your badge corrected and reprinted. (back to top) |
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| Q. Can I bring my child to the expo? How about a well-trained pet? |
A. For safety, insurance and security reasons, no one under the age of 18 is permitted in the expo halls or conference meeting rooms at our show. There are no childcare services available on-site. Only utility animals for the physically challenged are permitted. Please contact us at 203.453.2777 ext. 133 if you are handicapped and require special assistance in order to attend our event. (back to top) |
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| Q. Can you recommend a hotel and/or good restaurant? |
A. Hotel and restaurant information is available at www.wirenet.org. Also, you may find it helpful to contact the city convention services and tourist bureau for local restaurant and ratings information. (back to top) |
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| Q. Will free food and beverages be available at the show? |
A. FREE food and beverages will not be available at the show. You may purchase refreshments and luncheon items at the facility concession stands. (back to top) |
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| Q. If I attended the show last year do I need to register again for this year’s show? |
A. Yes. We start a new database for every show, every year. You must pre-register for every show you plan to attend. We do not "carry over" registrations from show to show or year to year. (back to top) |
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| Q. I will require an invitation letter in order to obtain my visa to enter the United States. What do I need to do? |
| A. Please click here for information on requesting an invitation letter. (back to top) |
