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Matrex

Bringing Brands to Life Through Design and Fabrication

4.3 from 9 Google reviewsAddison, IllinoisSince 198751–100 staff
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Sizes built

10×10 ft, 10×20 ft, 20×20 ft and 40×40+ ft

Venues worked

McCormick Place, Las Vegas Convention Center and Orange County Convention Center

In-house

Build and install

About Matrex

Matrex is a full-service exhibit and event agency based in the Chicago area, specializing in custom trade show environments, rental programs, and interactive brand experiences. Operating from a 150,000 square foot fabrication facility, the company provides end-to-end services from initial brand strategy and 3D design to in-house production and global logistics. In October 2024, Matrex was acquired by Impact XM, expanding its reach and resources while maintaining its specialized focus on high-stakes industries like healthcare and pharmaceuticals.

1987Founded
4.3Google rating
9Google reviews
premiumPrice band, our estimate

Summary written by Exhivo from Matrex's own site.

What they do in-house

Custom Exhibit Design & Fabrication

Bespoke booth design and in-house fabrication from their 150,000 sq ft facility.

  • In-house carpentry and metalwork
  • Structural engineering
  • Custom finishes

Rental Programs

Comprehensive rental inventory for exhibitors seeking high-impact designs without ownership costs.

  • Modular system kits
  • Customizable rental components
  • Scalable configurations

3D Design & Strategy

Creative conceptualization and visualization of exhibit environments.

  • Photorealistic renderings
  • Brand strategy alignment
  • Traffic flow planning

Interactive Engagement

Integration of AV, lighting, and digital interactive elements into the booth.

  • LED video walls
  • Touch-screen kiosks
  • Immersive lighting design

Field Services

On-site labor management for installation and dismantling of exhibits.

  • Union labor coordination
  • On-site supervision
  • Show-site troubleshooting

Logistics & Asset Management

Storage, maintenance, and transportation of exhibit properties.

  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Inventory tracking
  • Global shipping coordination

Events & Experiential

Creation of brand activations and events beyond the trade show floor.

  • Outdoor mobile tours
  • Corporate events
  • Pop-up activations

Shows they build for

Booth sizes

As listed by Matrex. We match briefs on these, and builders confirm when they quote.

Brands they have built for

AbbVie
Baxter
Takeda
Molson Coors
Zebra Technologies

Client names as listed by Matrex on its own site.

Reviews

4.3from 9 Google reviews

What reviewers mention

high-quality fabricationprofessional project managementstrong design capabilitiesreliable execution

Themes summarised by Exhivo from public reviews on Google Maps, LinkedIn and BBB.

Questions about Matrex

How do I get a quote from Matrex?

Fill in the form on this page with your size, show and month. We pass your brief to Matrex and up to 4 similar builders, and each one sends an itemised quote.

Where does Matrex work?

Matrex lists North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific among its service areas, from its base in Addison. This is the builder's own claim.

Can Matrex rent me a booth?

Yes. Matrex lists booth rental among its services, alongside custom builds, 3d renders and av and lighting.

Do I have to book after getting a quote?

No. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation to book.

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