AFC 2024
Port of Progress: Navigating New Horizons in Firefighting Excellence
AFC 2024 will be infused with an exciting cruise theme, bringing the spirit of maritime adventure to our land-based event. Get ready to embark on a journey of knowledge and collaboration in firefighting.
Set sail with creativity! We invite all exhibitors to showcase their ingenuity by adorning their booths with elements inspired by the high seas. Let your imagination run wild and transform your space into a maritime marvel.
Our playful rubber ducks will be hidden throughout the exhibit hall for attendees to find. Each duck will be marked with a number that corresponds to an exciting door prize. We encourage all exhibitors to participate in our door prize drive. Your generous contributions will add an extra layer of excitement to the convention, ensuring that everyone leaves with a token of appreciation.
Thank you for your support and enthusiasm in making AFC2024 an unforgettable event! We can't wait to see you there!
Who should Exhibit?
The firefighting profession operates around the clock, encompassing various aspects. Items like firefighting apparatus, gear, firehouse construction, software, safety products, personnel management tools, and motivational items cater to the diverse needs of fire departments.
AFC also accommodates personal marketplace exhibitors, encompassing small business unrelated to the fire service. This provides a shopping experience for individuals who may not be attending classes.
Benefits for the Exhibitor
The AFC tradeshow allows decision makers to survey cutting-edge products and services in preparation for budget planning. Conveniently located training classes in close proximity to the tradeshow floor offer easy access during breaks. Geared towards decision-makers like fire service instructors, company officers, command officers, fire chief executive officers, HazMat officers, emergency vehicle technicians, and public information officers, the continuing education programs underscore their influence in purchasing products and services. A substantial portion of conference attendees either holds decision-making authority or wields influence over departmental acquisitions.
Exhibitor Registration
Includes any company which sales and/or
services goods specifically designed
for the Fire/EMS services.
Personal Marketplace Registration
Includes any business which sales are outside
the scope of fire services. Examples include
but not limited to candles, jewelry, household
décor etc.
Booths:
Each 10’x10’ space includes: one (1) 6’ skirted table, two (2) chairs, and rear/side draping.
Electricity hookups not included.
For extra tables, chairs, and amenities, contact Southwest Designs and Display.
Fire Trucks/Trailers:
Space (approx. 20'x40') includes: one (1) 6’ skirted table, two (2) chairs and rear/side draping.
Electricity hookups not included.
For extra tables, chairs, and amenities, contact Southwest Designs and Display.
Trade Show Information
- Contracts (found in your Exhibitor packet) must be emailed to vendor@arkansasfireconenton.com or faxed to 870-364-5634. This Exhibit Application/Contract does not become a binding contract until AFC has issued written confirmation of acceptance via email (may take up to 72 hours). The receipt of Exhibitor’s payment accompanying the application for space does not constitute acceptance of a contract.
- Lunch will be provided for you on Friday in the exhibit hall.
- Please do not ship anything to the convention center. If you need to ship items ahead of your arrival, please contact Southwest Design & Display. You will find their information at the bottom of this page.
- Refunds for booth/apparatus spaces will be honored, if requested by May 22, 2024.
- Deadline for ads is April 19, 2024. Must be emailed as a pdf file to vendor@arkansasfireconvention.com. NO refunds if deadline is missed.
- Hotel room blocks available at Hotel Hot Springs 501-623-6600 and Embassy Suites 501-624-9200. Must mention the convention to receive block rate. Book EARLY as rooms fill quickly!
Exhibit Dates/Times
Thursday, June 6th:
Load In/Set Up Enter through loading door of Hall C located behind convention center (Church Street).
FIRE TRUCKS/TRAILERS ONLY
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
BOOTH SPACES
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Please allow us to place the Fire Trucks/Trailers before trying to set up your booth. This is a safety issue due to foot traffic around the larger vehicles in motion.
SNEAK PEEK RECEPTION
5:00 p.m. - 7:00p.m.
Our Tradeshow will be open to the attendees during this time. We will provide hors d' oeuvres and a cash bar.
AFC provides a security guard when the hall is closed.
Friday, June 7th:
Hall opens 9:30 am-4:00 pm
Open to exhibitors at 7:30 a.m. using the door at loading dock C.
Friday morning, we will be giving out door prizes. We ask that you donate an item to be used as a door prize. Please turn those items into us at check in Thursday. Rubber Ducks will be hidden throughout the Hall (and some will be in actual booths). These ducks will have a number on the bottom which has been assigned to a door prize. Attendees will "hunt" for the ducks and turn into the registration table for the corresponding prize.
Saturday, June 8th:
Hall opens: 8:00 am-12:00 pm
Open to exhibitors at 7:30 a.m. using the door at loading dock C.
2023 VENDORS
Arkansas Department of Agriculture-Forestry Commission
ADEM/Federal Surplus
Arkansas Fallen Firefighter Memorial
Arkansas Fire Training Academy
Arkansas Firefighter Museum & Fire Education Center
Atlona Inc.
Banner Fire Equipment, Inc.
Blue Star Consultants & Training
BK Technologies
Brycer LLC
Casco Industries, Inc.
Central Alabama Training Solutions
Central Laundry Equipment
Columbia Southern University
David's Fire Equipment
Delta Fire & Safety
Draeger
Federal Signal
Fire Master Fire Equipment, Inc.
First Due
First Line Technology
First Net
GBC Fundraising
Goldy's
Grand Canyon University
Jackson Brown Palculict Architects
KW Transportation Equipment
LifeNet Air/Air Methods
Miller Boskus Lack Architects
Municipal Emergency Services
Myers Supply
NAFECO
National Fire Safety Council
Northside Sales Co.
Precision Rescue
Public Safety Solutions
ROWE CAFS
Scentsy, Cassie Baker Independent Consultant
Sheep Dog Impact Assistance
Siddons-Martin Emergency Group
Smith Two Way Radio
US Digital Designs by Honeywell
Verisk/ISO
Western Shelter
Wildfire Truck
Will-Burt
Xtrication Xtreme LLC
AFC AD Packages
Battalion Chief Level
$500 to $1999
- Sponsor listed on convention t-shirt.
- Sponsor listed with website link on the convention website.
- One fourth page ad & sponsor listed in AFC program book.
Assistant Chief Level
$2000 - $2999
- Sponsor listed on convention t-shirt.
- Sponsor listed with website link on the convention website.
- One half (1/2) page ad & sponsor listed in AFC program book.
- Company name placed at all coffee stations.
- Two tickets to the AFC Awards Banquet.
Deputy Chief Level
$3000 - $3999
- Sponsor listed on convention t-shirt.
- One full page ad & sponsor listed in AFC program book.
- Company name placed at all coffee stations.
- Name displayed on home page of AFC website and name listed with website link on sponsor page.
- Ability to display company signs on the classroom hallway. You must provide signs.
- Four tickets to the AFC Awards Banquet.
Fire Chief Level
$4000 - Over
- Sponsor listed on convention t-shirt.
- Two full page ads & sponsor listed in AFC program book.
- Sponsor name placed at all coffee stations.
- Logo displayed on home page of AFC website and name listed with website link on sponsor page.
- Ability to display company signs on the classroom hallway. You must provide signs.
- Company Representative will be given five (5) minutes to speak to each association.
- One table (eight tickets) to the AFC Awards Banquet.