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PRODUCT FEATURE COMPARISON CHART

Features

BannerBox
Portable Backdrop System

BannerBox II
Portable Backdrop System

SpiderFlex
(Spider-Compact)

AhBanner
(2 units required)

Price $750 INCLUDING
two custom printed Banners + shipping*
$895 INCLUDING
two custom printed Banners + shipping*
$899 + shipping $260 (two units) + shipping from China
Artwork May be completely customized with your unique design...or choose one of ours at no extra charge None May be customized
Extra charge for design
Curtain Not applicable Not included, but properly sized panels can be found locally at any "Depot" or "Mart" store...for the color and look YOU want. Comes in red, blue or black polyester Not applicable
Set-up Height Max. 7 1/2 feet tall (completely adjustable) 6 1/2 feet tall
(not adjustable)
6 1/2 feet tall
(not adjustable)
Set-up Width 6 Feet wide - May be spaced further apart to frame a larger stage area Over THIRTEEN Feet wide including the curtained center (completely adjustable) 6 1/2 feet - fixed width 5' 3" wide - May be spaced further apart
Packed size 4" x 8" x 39" 6" x 9" x 39" 8" x 12" x 27" 4" x 4" x 33"
(each unit)
Overall weight 16 pounds 20 pounds 17 1/2 pounds 13 pounds
Set-up Time Less than 2 minutes Less than 3 minutes Not specified 15 seconds (?)
Transport Forms a single self-contained unit -- EVERYTHING fits inside the case Forms a single self-contained unit for EVERYTHING but your curtain. Fits into a bag 2 units which must be carried separately
Case Forms it's own extremely rugged ATA style carrying case.  Exterior covered with Tuff Kote Laminate Comes with a cloth duffel bag None supplied
Stability Low center of gravity
Must be tipped to at least 45-degrees before becoming unstable
Curtain (weight) attached at the top making the unit top-heavy Low center of gravity, but outriggers may be easily bent if stepped on
Changeable Yes.  Banners changed in about 60 seconds without tools You can always use a different color curtain Maybe...but method not specified
Durability Integral case made from cabinet-grade plywood, custom urethane castings and stainless steel hardware where possible.  Three-ply aluminum extension poles resist bending.  Banners are rugged outdoor sign material to endure extreme heat and cold without cracking. 

(Although, we were able to break one by running over it with a forklift.)

Instructions recommend wearing gloves (Is it THAT dangerous?) and explain that the unit may be easily damaged if unfolded incorrectly.  Polyester curtain. Outer shell made from bent aluminum.  Banner material not specified.
Printing Media Solvent Printed to be both waterproof and UV stable...won't fade Artwork not available inkjet printed
Original Design Engineered as a portable backdrop for working entertainers Designed as a trade-show display Designed as a light-duty sign holder
Manufacturing Origin Handcrafted in the USA Imported from Germany Made in China

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 Dan Wolfe - Smoky Mountain Magic, 212 E Springbrook Drive, Johnson City, Tennessee 37601  USA  (423) 943-7294