Preparations are well under way for the Big Brands Trade Shows taking place at the Manchester depot
Published 14th September 2012
Preparations are well under way for the Big Brands Trade Shows taking place at the Manchester depot on 25th and 26th September and Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh on 30th October.
With over 100 of the biggest brands from DIY, Tools, Hardware, Housewares, Electrical and Gardening visitors to both shows will find plenty of suppliers to talk to and even more deals to take advantage of.
With extra show discounts across hundreds of lines, stock and stand savings, pre season direct delivery deals on gardening, new products and product demonstrations - as well as the opportunity to win fantastic prizes in the show raffle – they are events not to be missed. The CDA demonstration van will also be in the Manchester show car park offering extra discounts.
Purchase Director, Simon Wright commented,
“Customers visiting the shows will benefit from some great deals, including some superb savings on a selection of paint, paint, a Black & Decker Circular Saw for £19.99, an Apollo Incinerator for only £9.99, a 900m Quad shower enclosure for only £69.99 as well as 10% off all Supa, Ambassador and Picardy ranges."
Visitors will be given a special show booklet containing a sample of the deals available from each supplier and will be able to place orders for show offers for collection from their local branch over the following weeks or delivery for Wishart customers. For customers wishing to plan their purchases in advance of the show they will be able to view the booklet on line by visiting www.staxtradecentres. co.uk or www.wishart.co.uk
The whole of the Manchester warehouse will be used for the Manchester show, that will include 29 display stands in the centre of the store, 11 aisle end stands opposite the tills and many more suppliers sited within the aisles where their brands are merchandised.
The Edinburgh show, to be held on 30th October is still receiving exhibitor applications, with over 60 brands confirmed so far. Held at the prestigious Dynamic Earth venue in the heart of the city, it promises to give Stax and WIshart Scottish retailers access to exclusive special offers from the biggest brands, all the latest product showcases and the ability to plan ahead for the next 12 months.
Wright continued,
“We have been delighted with the support we have received from suppliers and I am confident that once again the show will prove to be a great success”.
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