Welcome to Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo 2023!
For questions regarding any of the information found on this flyer, please visit the Show Office, located in the exhibit hall lobby adjacent to registration.
Avoid the Lines – Register Booth Staff in Advance of Arrival
To avoid long lines onsite, we highly recommend registering all booth staff in advance of arriving at EWPTE. You can access your company’s secure registration page and register your booth staff at: Exhibitor Registration.
Exhibitor Registration Hours:
Tuesday, May 16 — 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday, May 17 — 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday, May 18 — 7:00 am – 3:00 pm
Exhibit Hall Hours
Wednesday, May 17 — 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday, May 18 — 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Exhibit Hall Access
Exhibitors will be allowed to access the exhibit hall during the following hours and beginning on Tuesday, badges will be required for admittance into the exhibit hall:
Saturday, May 13 — 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Targets Only)
Sunday, May 14 — 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Targets Only)
Monday, May 15 — 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Tuesday, May 16 — 7:00 am – 10:00 pm
Wednesday, May 17 — 7:00 am —7:00 pm
Thursday, May 18 — 7:00 am—10:00 pm
Friday, May 19 — 7:00 am—12:00 pm
If admittance to the exhibit floor is required at any other time, permission must be obtained from Show Management by completing a Special Work permit. Special Work permits can be obtained in the Show Office.
Move-In Deadline: All booths must be occupied and completely set up by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, May 16. Exceptions will be granted providing advance notification is sent to KimDiCianni@ipc.org. If notification of late move-in is not submitted in advance of move-in and space is not completely set by 5:00pm on Tuesday, May 16, the space will be considered abandoned, and Show Management will repurpose the space as they see fit.
Internet Access: The WCD offers free wireless internet service throughout the facility which is intended for causal users. If you are relying on the internet to showcase your products or services, it is recommended a wired internet connection be ordered for guaranteed connections. Internet service can be ordered through the WCD online store which is accessible in the exhibitor service manual.
Union Jurisdictions: Wisconsin is “right-to-work” state and therefore, exhibitor personnel may set up their own exhibits if so desired using their own tools and company personnel. Union Labor is available to assist in the installation and dismantling of exhibit booths. Exhibit labor, freight and rigging labor, electricians and plumbers can be arranged for at established rates, using the order forms located in the exhibitor service manual.
Open Dock Policy: WCD has an “open loading dock” policy, which means, except for electrical and mechanical service connections, there are no restrictions on exhibitors’ ability to load, unload, move in, move out, set up and strike their own exhibits. As safety is our main priority and in order to comply with both WCD’s open dock policy and the terms set forth in the show decorator’s labor agreement, no more than two individuals from each exhibiting company will be allowed on the dock at any given time during move-in and move-out.
Loading Docks: The Wisconsin Center loading dock entrance is located at 850 N. 6th Street. The dock can only be entered from the North helix and must always be exited via the South helix.
Material Handling: Shepard Exposition Services has the responsibility of receiving and handling all exhibit materials that arrives via over-the-road carriers and to manage the loading docks and for scheduling vehicles for unloading and loading to ensure a smooth and efficient move-in and move-out of the exhibition. Exhibitors may not operate or utilize any type of powered or mechanical equipment.
Unloading Privately Owned Vehicles (POVs): Exhibitors may unload privately owned vehicles providing they meet the following criteria:
Allowed POVs Include: Not Considered POVs:
Passenger Automobiles Trailers of any kind
Mini Vans Step Vans
SUVs Box Trucks
Pick-up Trucks Full Size Vans
Carpeting: Although carpeting is installed clean, because it is installed during move-in, we highly recommended you order a protective covering (visqueen), to maintain the cleanliness of your carpeting and protect it from excess debris. If visqueen is applied by an Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC), it is their responsibility to remove the visqueen prior to show opening.
Vacuuming: is not included in carpet rental fees and need to
be ordered separately. To order booth vacuuming, please
refer to the Exhibitor Booth Cleaning order form in the
exhibitor service manual or place your order onsite at the
exhibitor service center.
Empty Removal: Once your crates, boxes, skids, etc. are completely unpacked and empty, be sure to label them with “empty” stickers as soon as you are ready for them to be removed. Crate return is not conducted in reverse order of crate pick-up, so there is no advantage to waiting until the last minute to label your empties.
Security: Although WCD provides 24-hour security coverage for the facility, each exhibitor is responsible for the security of their belongings within their booth. Please do not leave items of value in your booth unattended without taking security precautions. Exhibitors with expensive equipment in their booths may consider ordering security for the overnight hours between show end and the next day’s show start. The WCD has an exclusive security contract with PerMar Security Services and this service can be ordered via the WCD online store which is accessible via the exhibitor manual.
Emergency Situations: In the event of a serious emergency (Fire, Police, Medical), call Public Safety at x6165 to report the location, type of emergency, and the condition of the individual in the medical emergency. The public safety officer answering your call will follow up with the appropriate emergency services agency. In the case of medical emergencies, please stay with the individual until help arrives, and administer first aid to the level of your training and ability.
Bulk Waste Removal: Exhibitors are required to remove all floor coverings and display materials from their exhibit space prior to leaving the facility during move out. Exhibitors who abandon or leave excessive amounts of trash behind will be charged to remove these materials.
Move-Out: A Move-Out Bulletin will be distributed to each booth on Thursday morning and will include complete move-out instructions. No material may be dismantled, packed, loaded, or removed prior to 3:00 pm on Thursday, May 18.
Any exhibit materials remaining on the show floor at 12:00 pm on Friday, May 19 (without a Material Handling form turned in to Shepard AND a carrier on site for pick-up) will be forced from the floor and either returned to the advance receiving warehouse or re-routed via a carrier of Shepard’s choosing.
Utilities: Utilities and phone lines will be turned off shortly after the show closes at 3:00 pm on Thursday, May 18. If services are required past this time for any reason, advance arrangements must be made at the Exhibitor Service Center.
Empty Return: Empty crate return will begin as soon as the
aisle carpet is removed and will take approximately ten hours
to complete. Remember to take this into consideration when
making your travel arrangements.
Alcoholic Beverages: Alcoholic beverages are not allowed in the exhibit hall at any time, during move-in, or move-out.
Code of Conduct: We believe our community should be truly open for everyone. As such, we are committed to providing a friendly, safe, and welcoming environment for all. And as such, all attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, speakers, instructors, attendees, volunteers, media, show contractors and staff are expected to follow our code of conduct to ensure a positive experience for everyone.
Lottery Draw for 2024 Booth Selection: Exhibitors are invited to draw their lottery number for the EWPTE 2024 Initial Booth Space Selection. Lottery numbers will be drawn by random selection in the Show Office. Booth space selection will not take place on-site
Show Office Hours:
Monday, May 15 — 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Tuesday, May 16 — 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday, May 17 — 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday, May 18 — 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Show Office – Exhibit Hall D Lobby
Exhibitor Service Center – End of 400 aisle.
Lost and Found – Show Office, Exhibit Hall D Lobby
Food Outlets:
Concession Stand B in the exhibit hall will be open on show days.
CONFLUX located on the street level near the main entrance is an option for healthy locally sourced food, and local coffee.
Smart Market located in the lobby outside exhibit hall B offers a variety of snacks and beverages.
Taxis, Uber & Lyft are easily accessible at the Convention Center, major hotels and other downtown locations and attractions.
Parking: Due to the convention center expansion project, the Wisconsin Center’s main parking lot is not available. As an alternative, the flat lots to the south and west of the building and the Hilton and Hyatt parking ramps are available.
Events Exclusively for Exhibitors
Brats & Beer
Tuesday, May 16 | 5:00 pm-6:00 pm | Exhibit Hall Foyer Lobby
Sponsored by ASSEMBLY Magazine
Exhibitor Breakfast
Wednesday, May 17 | 7:00 am-8:00 am | Exhibit Hall
Sponsored by the Wisconsin Center and WHMA/IPC
FREE Keynote Session!
Wednesday, May 17 | 8:00 am-8:45 am | Ballroom C
Kenneth F. Harris II, Eng.D.
Senior Project Engineer | Space Integration and Asset Protection
From starting with NASA at the age of 16 to successfully leading integration of a $10 Billion space telescope, Dr. Kenneth Harris will deliver a captivating 15-year story that explores the engineering complexity behind some of our most ambitious missions to date. In his presentation, "Building the Future," Dr. Harris will share his experience as a wire harness engineer on the James Webb Space Telescope.
Interested in Expanding your footprint in Mexico?
Learn more by attending, IPC in Mexico, Strengthening the Supply Chain for the Electronics Industry
Tuesday, May 16 | 1:00 pm-2:30 pm | Room 202-AB
Lorena Villanueva | Director, IPC Mexico
Robert Erickson | Director of Product Management IPC
Got Standards? IPC SummerCom, co-located with EWPTE, is all about IPC Standards, welcoming your contribution to the industry standards and guidelines relied on by your company, customers, suppliers, and competitors. Newcomers and industry veterans are welcome. Participate and learn more about these critical industry documents for wire harness manufacturing.
7-31f: IPC/WHMA-A-620 Task Group
7-31fhv: IPC/WHMA-A-620 High-Voltage Cable Task Group
7-31k / 7-31h: Joint meeting of Wire Harness Design Task Group and IPC-HDBK-620 Handbook Task Group
To participate in the above meetings, Register as an event attendee for EWPTE and add the Wire Harness Standards Meetings package for $25 (please note, this registration is separate from exhibitor both personnel registration/badges).
Download the Official Show App: For the complete event schedule and the most up-to-date information, download the official show app today!
