EZ Connect Single Frames

What Is an EZ Connect Single Frame Display?

An EZ Connect single frame display is an individual standalone tube frame panel in a single specified width and top shape, complete with one custom-printed dye-sublimated pillowcase stretch fabric graphic and a soft carry bag for storage and transport. Each panel is a fully self-contained display unit: it assembles independently, stands freestanding on its own feet, and does not require any adjacent panel for structural support.

The “single frame” designation distinguishes this subcategory from the EZ Connect modular display kits, which package multiple sections into pre-configured staggered-depth exhibit structures. A single frame is one panel in one width with one graphic — the most elemental unit of the EZ Connect system, and simultaneously the most flexible, because it can stand alone at the exact width you need, connect side-by-side with other single frames to build a wider flat wall, or serve as a component within a multi-format exhibit environment alongside counters, banner stands, and hanging elements.

Understanding how single frames relate to every other display format available in the market is useful context before purchasing. Our resource on types of trade show displays covers the full spectrum from retractable banners through custom island exhibits and positions the EZ Connect single frame clearly within that landscape.

Single Frames vs. Modular Kits: Choosing the Right Format

The first decision when entering the EZ Connect category is whether a single frame or a modular kit is the right format for your exhibit objective. Both share the same frame technology; they serve different visual and operational purposes.

When a Single Frame Is the Right Choice

A single frame is the right choice when the exhibit objective is a specific width of flat-wall brand coverage at a specific location in the exhibit space. A 10ft single frame for the back wall of a 10×10 booth. A 5ft single frame at the front corner of a 10×10 booth as an aisle-facing accent. A 2ft single frame beside a product counter as a branded vertical element. In all of these applications, one frame in one width solves the display need completely, and the simplicity and lower cost of the single-frame format makes it the appropriate purchase.

Single frames are also the right choice for exhibitors who want to build a flat side-by-side wall from independently purchased panels rather than from a pre-configured kit. Purchasing individual frames in specific widths allows more precise control over the total wall width, the specific graphic layout across the combined panels, and the exact top shape combination compared to purchasing a pre-configured kit in a fixed section count and width distribution.

When a Modular Kit Is the Right Choice

The EZ Connect modular display kit format is the right choice when three-dimensional depth is the exhibit objective — when the display needs to project visual dimension rather than flat-wall coverage. Kits arrange multiple sections at staggered depths, creating an architectural exhibit environment with foreground and background elements. If flat-wall brand coverage is the objective, single frames are simpler and more cost-efficient. If dimensional visual presence is the objective, the modular kit is the right format.

Width Options: 2ft Through 10ft in Detail

The EZ Connect single frame display category covers five standard widths. All widths share the same 90-inch height and 18.75-inch depth. All widths are available in all three top shapes (straight, curved, slanted) and in both single-sided and double-sided graphic configurations. The choice of width is the most consequential product decision in the single-frame category.

2ft Single Frame Display

The 2ft single frame at 24 inches wide is the narrowest standard format in the EZ Connect lineup. Its narrow profile makes it appropriate for tight placement contexts where a wider panel cannot physically fit: beside a column, between two product tables, in a corridor display area with strict depth constraints, or as a narrow branded vertical at the end of a product counter. The 2ft panel is also used as an aisle-end marker in larger exhibit layouts where a narrow, tall, illuminated element marks the booth boundary without obstructing aisle traffic or consuming the floor space needed for visitor access. Single-sided available from $237; double-sided from $248.

3ft Single Frame Display

The 3ft format at 36 inches wide bridges the 2ft and 5ft options for exhibitors who need a compact accent panel with slightly more graphic area than the 2ft allows. The 3ft panel is effective for product-specific brand moments within a larger exhibit environment, for branded elements at registration desks and check-in counters, and as a freestanding display for tabletop conference environments where the 5ft panel would visually dominate the table setup.

5ft Single Frame Display

The 5ft format at 60 inches wide is the most versatile single width in the EZ Connect range and the most commonly used for multi-panel side-by-side wall configurations. A 5ft single-sided panel stands alone effectively as the primary display for tabletop events, 6ft table events, and small 8×8 booth spaces. Two 5ft panels connect side-by-side to create a 10ft flat wall. Three 5ft panels create a 15ft wall for 10×20 inline booths. For exhibitors who attend a mix of small tabletop events and larger booth spaces, the 5ft width is the single frame format that serves the most deployment contexts from a single frame purchase. Single-sided available from $316; double-sided from $339.

8ft Single Frame Display

The 8ft format at 96 inches wide provides full visual coverage for an 8×8 booth space or positions a substantial primary panel in a 10×10 booth with side clearance for drape overlap or booth corner positioning. The 8ft panel is also used as the primary display in booths where the exhibitor wants to leave visible clearance on both sides of the back wall display — for lighting placement, side table access, or to maintain a deliberately open perimeter within the 10ft booth width. Single-sided available from $565; double-sided from $610.

10ft Single Frame Display

The 10ft format at 120 inches wide is the flagship single-frame width: a full-coverage display for the standard 10×10 trade show booth back wall. At 120 inches wide, the assembled panel spans the full width of a 10×10 booth from boundary to boundary. Combined with the standard 90-inch height, the 10ft single frame fills the back wall visually from side to side and from the floor through the top of the typical booth drape height. Two 10ft panels connected side-by-side create a 20ft flat wall for a 10×20 inline booth. For ideas on how to maximize the visual impact of a 10×20 booth space around a pair of 10ft single frames or other flat-wall display configurations, our resource on 10×20 trade show booth design ideas covers layout strategies, accessory placement, and graphic design approaches in detail. Single-sided available from $598; double-sided from $678.

Top Shape Selection: Straight, Curved, and Slanted

The top crossbar of an EZ Connect single frame display determines the silhouette of the panel — the visible profile line at the top of the graphic face when the display is viewed from the front. Three top shapes are available at every width, and the choice between them is a design decision as much as a structural one.

Straight Top

The straight top crossbar creates a horizontal line at the summit of the display, consistent from left edge to right edge. It is the most versatile top shape in the range: it aligns perfectly with adjacent panels in side-by-side flat-wall configurations, it works with any graphic design orientation without imposing directional suggestion, and it is the safest choice for venues with strict booth height regulations where the top of the display must be clearly horizontal to ensure compliance at the maximum permitted height. The straight top is also the simplest to measure and verify for venue ceiling clearance.

Curved Top

The curved (round) top crossbar creates a gentle arc at the summit of the display, rising from both edges toward a center apex. The curved profile adds a sense of upward energy and visual movement to the display silhouette, making the panel appear taller than its actual 90-inch height from the attendee’s perspective. The curved top is particularly effective for brand graphics that incorporate circular, arching, or flowing design elements, and for booth positions where the display silhouette against the convention center ceiling is a visible differentiator from adjacent straight-top displays. Note that the curved top adds slightly to the effective visible height; confirm ceiling clearance and venue height restrictions before specifying curved tops at venues with strict overhead limits.

Slanted Top

The slanted top crossbar creates a diagonal line at the summit, rising from one side to the other. The slanted profile is the most directional of the three shapes — it guides the viewer’s eye along the diagonal and communicates movement, energy, and forward momentum. It is most effective when used as an accent element within a multi-panel side-by-side configuration, where one or two slanted panels among straight-top panels create a visual rhythm across the wall, or as a standalone accent panel positioned at an angle to the primary display plane where the diagonal top creates visual interest from an oblique viewing angle.

Single-Sided vs. Double-Sided: Decision Guide

Every width and top shape combination in the EZ Connect single frame display category is available in single-sided and double-sided configurations. The price difference between the two options at each width ranges from $11 to $80, making the upgrade cost relatively modest at every size. The decision should be based on the deployment context, not on cost alone.

Single-Sided

Single-sided panels carry a custom-printed graphic on the front face and a white fabric back panel on the rear. The white back is not a cost-reduction substitute — it serves a genuine functional purpose: it reflects LED or ambient light forward from the interior of the frame, maximizing brightness and evenness on the graphic face, and it prevents the aluminum tube frame structure from creating visible shadow outlines on the graphic surface from the rear. Single-sided is appropriate for any placement context where the rear face of the display is against a wall, booth drape line, or other opaque surface that attendees do not see or approach.

Double-Sided

Double-sided panels carry fully printed custom graphics on both front and rear faces. Both faces are independently illuminated by ambient venue light. Double-sided is the appropriate choice for any placement where both faces are accessible to attendees: aisle-center freestanding placements, island booth positions where the display faces two or more directions of foot traffic, open-floor lobby or corridor installations, retail floor placements away from walls, and any outdoor activation where visitors circulate around the display rather than approaching it from one direction.

For exhibitors unsure which configuration is appropriate for their specific placement, the general rule is: if the rear face will ever be visible to any attendee at any event where the display is used, specify double-sided. The modest upgrade cost at every width eliminates the risk of discovering after the first show that a single-sided panel does not serve an open-floor deployment effectively.

Frame Components and Push-Button Snap System

The structural system underlying every EZ Connect single frame is an aluminum tube frame assembled from five component types using a push-button snap connector mechanism that operates entirely without tools.

Each single frame includes: one width-specific top crossbar in the selected top shape, one width-specific straight bottom crossbar, two 3-section 64-inch vertical poles (the left and right uprights), two bottom crossbar L-shape connectors joining the base crossbar to the uprights, and one or two 34mm single feet providing freestanding stability with dual mounting points for side-by-side connectivity.

The push-button snap system works identically at every joint: a spring-loaded button on the male end of each tube or connector compresses when inserted into the female receiver and clicks into a pre-drilled hole to lock the connection. Releasing the joint requires pressing the button and pulling the components apart. The entire frame assembles from this mechanism alone in under 10 minutes, and the compact disassembled length of each tube section means the complete frame for any width stores in a soft bag sized to approximately 41 inches in length.

The 34mm single foot at the base of each upright includes two mounting points: one for standard freestanding single-panel use and one that accepts the adjacent panel’s foot for side-by-side configuration. The foot’s dual mounting is what allows multiple individually purchased single frames to form connected flat-wall configurations without any additional connector hardware purchases.

Pillowcase Stretch Fabric Graphics

The graphic system on every EZ Connect single frame display is a pillowcase stretch fabric sleeve produced using dye-sublimation printing on stretch polyester. The sleeve is open at one end, sized to fit over the specific frame width and top shape it was produced for, and zips closed underneath the base crossbar. Installation is the fastest graphic application in the modular display category: slide the sleeve over the frame from the top, pull it evenly down all four sides, and zip the closure at the base. No tools. No channel-pressing. No tension adjustment. Under five minutes from unrolled graphic to installed display.

Template Dimensions

Each width has a specific template size that accounts for the pillowcase stretch and the top shape geometry. The 2ft straight-top template is 25″ W × 89.5″ H. The 5ft curved-top template is 60.75″ W × 89.5″ H (the curved top crossbar adds negligible dimension to the template at the top). The 10ft straight-top template is 121″ W × 89.5″ H. Templates for all widths and top shapes are available from our team and should be used to prepare artwork at 150 dpi at final output size in Adobe RGB or sRGB color profile.

Production Time and Shipping

All EZ Connect single frame graphics are produced in 3–4 business days from proof approval. Free ground shipping within the contiguous United States is included on all orders. The display ships in its soft bag, sizes approximately 41″ L × 12″ W × 4″ H for standard widths through 10ft, at shipping weights of 16–22 lbs depending on the width ordered.

Graphic Replacement

Because the pillowcase graphic is a separate component from the frame hardware, replacing the creative between shows or seasons requires only unzipping the base closure, sliding the old sleeve off the frame, and sliding the new one on. The frame is unchanged. Replacement graphics for all single frame widths and top shapes are available for order at any time, allowing brands to maintain a single frame hardware investment across multiple creative executions and exhibit seasons.

Soft Bag: Lightweight Portable Storage

Every EZ Connect single frame display ships with a dedicated soft carry bag sized for that specific frame width. The soft bag stores all frame components — top crossbar, bottom crossbar, two vertical pole assemblies, L-shape connectors, and feet — along with the rolled fabric graphic in a single organized package at approximately 41″ L × 12″ W × 4″ H for widths through 10ft.

Why Soft Bags Serve Single-Frame Display Use Cases

The soft bag format is specifically appropriate for the single-frame use case because it prioritizes portability and minimum pack volume over maximum component protection. Single-frame panels are lighter, have fewer components, and are less vulnerable to in-transit component contact damage than multi-section kits, making the protective tradeoff of a soft bag versus a medium hard case an acceptable operational choice at this format and scale.

The soft bag dimensions and weights are well within the carry-on or vehicle-transport thresholds that make single-frame panels the preferred format for exhibitors who travel by car, by SUV, or by airline to events. The 10ft single frame panel at 22 lbs ships within standard carrier thresholds for ground delivery at no additional oversized surcharge. For exhibitors who travel by air and want to check a display as luggage, the 5ft single frame at 17 lbs and the 2ft or 3ft panels at 16 lbs are the most practical travel formats in the entire EZ Connect display family.

For exhibitors who need harder case protection for their single-frame display — typically those who ship via freight rather than personal transport — medium hard case options are available separately. The EZ Connect modular kit format includes a medium hard case as standard, making it the appropriate choice for larger kit configurations that require freight protection. Single-frame panels in soft bags are best suited for personal transport and standard carrier shipping at the individual panel level.

Side-by-Side Configurations: Building Walls from Single Frames

The dual-mount foot on every EZ Connect single frame is the physical mechanism that transforms individually purchased panels into a connected flat-wall display. When two panels are positioned side-by-side and their feet joined at the shared mounting point, the panels align and stabilize at the base without any additional connector hardware. Any combination of EZ Connect single frame widths and top shapes can be joined side-by-side using this system.

Strategic Width Combinations

The most operationally valuable characteristic of building flat walls from individual single frames rather than from a pre-configured kit is the ability to specify the exact width combination that matches the specific booth dimensions and graphic design requirements. The following combinations cover the most common multi-frame wall configurations:

• Two 5ft panels (10ft total): The most flexible 10ft wall option. Each 5ft panel can be deployed independently at smaller events while the pair creates the full 10ft wall at larger shows. Each panel carries an independent graphic, allowing the wall to be configured with two distinct brand messages or a coordinated split-panel panoramic design.
• One 10ft + one 5ft panel (15ft total): An asymmetric 15ft wall where the 10ft panel carries the primary brand statement and the 5ft panel extends the wall to fill additional booth width at 10×15 spaces or to add a product-specific message zone beside the primary graphic.
• Two 10ft panels (20ft total): A 20ft flat wall for a 10×20 inline booth using two completely independent graphic panels that can carry coordinated or contrasting creative executions. For comprehensive layout strategies for 10×20 booth configurations that incorporate a 20ft flat wall or a mixed display approach, our blog resource on 10×20 trade show booth design ideas covers accessory placement, traffic flow, and graphic design approaches in detail.
• One 8ft + one 2ft panel (10ft total): A 10ft wall using a wider primary panel and a narrow accent panel. This arrangement is used when the brand graphic design specifies a primary large-format element on the 8ft panel and a distinct, smaller accent element on the narrow 2ft panel at one side of the wall.

Mixed Top Shapes Across a Flat Wall

Just as in the modular kit format, multiple single frames connected side-by-side can use different top shapes across the combined wall. A 10ft wall made of two 5ft panels can use a straight top on the left panel and a curved top on the right, creating a wall silhouette that changes profile across the width. This mixed-shape capability from individually purchased single frames gives exhibitors more creative control over the combined wall silhouette than pre-configured kits with fixed section count and top shape assignments.

Placement Guide: Where Each Width Performs Best

The right single-frame width for any specific placement position in an exhibit environment is determined by the available space, the viewing distance from the primary attendee approach direction, and the function of the display at that position.

Primary Back Wall (10ft, 8ft)

For primary back-wall positions in 10×10 inline booths, the 10ft single frame is the definitive format. At 120 inches wide and 90 inches tall, it fills the back wall completely. The 8ft single frame at 96 inches is the better choice when side clearance is needed for lighting stands, side drape access, or for booths where the sidewall-to-backwall corner must remain unobstructed for exhibit management during show hours.

Side Return Walls (5ft, 3ft)

In booths with corner or peninsula configurations, side return panels perpendicular to the back wall create a branded boundary that separates the exhibit from adjacent neighbors and adds visual coverage on the side-facing surface. The 5ft single frame is the most commonly used width for side returns in 10×10 booths; the 3ft single frame serves this role in tighter peninsula configurations where a full 5ft depth is not available on the return wall.

Aisle Markers and Entry Accents (2ft, 3ft, 5ft)

Narrow single frames positioned at the front corners of a booth or at aisle-end placements mark the booth boundary with a vertical brand element that communicates directly to passing aisle traffic. The 2ft and 3ft formats are most effective in this role because their narrow profile does not obstruct aisle access, meeting the “aisle setback” requirements that most trade show venues impose for any structure at the exhibit boundary facing the aisle. Pairing narrow aisle-marker single frames with trade show hanging banners overhead creates a complete vertical brand environment from floor to ceiling at the booth entry point.

Counter-Adjacent Brand Panels (2ft, 3ft, 5ft)

In booths that use a demonstration counter or lead collection counter positioned in the front half of the exhibit space, a narrow single-frame panel positioned immediately behind or beside the counter provides a branded backdrop for the counter interaction zone without occupying the floor space in front of it. The 5ft panel is typically the best width for counter-adjacent placement; the 3ft and 2ft panels work in tighter counter configurations or when the primary back wall already carries the primary message and the counter panel carries a supplementary product or campaign message. For the full context of how single-frame displays fit within a comprehensive exhibit strategy, our trade show marketing resources cover every element of exhibit program planning from pre-show promotion through post-show lead management.

Full Specifications and Pricing

All widths available in straight, curved (round), and slanted top shapes. All widths available in single-sided and double-sided configurations. Production time: 3–4 business days from proof approval. Free ground shipping included on all orders within the contiguous United States.

Single Frames in the Broader Modular Display Silo

The EZ Connect single frame subcategory is the most elemental entry point in the modular displays silo — the individual panel unit from which all larger EZ Connect configurations are built. It is also the format that serves the widest range of secondary display needs across exhibit programs built around heavier modular systems in other categories.

Exhibitors whose primary exhibit is a Modco, Cabo, or QSEG system often purchase EZ Connect single frames for accent and supplementary positions within the same exhibit: a 5ft single frame beside the primary modular structure for additional graphic coverage, a pair of 2ft single frames at the booth entry as aisle markers, or a 10ft single frame as a secondary backdrop in a second area of the exhibit floor. The EZ Connect single frame’s lightweight portability, rapid setup, and low entry cost make it practical as a supplementary element across any exhibit program regardless of the primary system it accompanies.

For exhibitors whose exhibit needs grow beyond what single frames can deliver — into three-dimensional staggered-depth configurations, full modular booth systems, or large-scale structural exhibit formats — the full modular displays catalog covers every upgrade path. The modular trade show displays definitive buyer’s guide provides the complete decision framework across all six modular systems for brands planning that transition. The complete trade show displays catalog covers the full market at every investment level for brands still mapping the broader options available.

For exhibitors interested in the structural, large-scale end of the exhibit spectrum, the Origami Truss display system represents the premium structural tier of the modular catalog and serves exhibit objectives — island booths, pavilion-scale structures, industrial aesthetic exhibits — that the EZ Connect single frame is not designed to address.

Buying Guide: 5 Key Decisions

1. Which width matches my primary placement position?

Identify the specific position in your booth where the single frame will be placed and the exact available width at that position. The 10ft single frame is the full-coverage choice for a standard 10×10 back wall. The 5ft is the versatile multi-context choice for accent positions and multi-panel wall building blocks. Narrower widths (2ft, 3ft) serve specific accent and marker positions that wider panels cannot fill physically.

2. Which top shape fits the graphic design and booth silhouette?

Review your brand graphic layout in the context of each top shape before ordering. Straight tops align cleanly in multi-panel configurations and comply with all venue height restrictions without measurement uncertainty. Curved tops add upward visual energy. Slanted tops communicate movement and create visual interest at booth entry positions. The top crossbar is not field-interchangeable after purchase without acquiring a new crossbar, so confirm the top shape before finalizing the order.

3. Single-sided or double-sided?

Single-sided for any fixed back-wall or drape-adjacent placement where the rear face is never visible. Double-sided for any open-floor, aisle-center, or island placement where both faces will be seen. If the deployment context of this specific panel will ever include an open-floor use, specify double-sided from the start. The upgrade cost is modest; replacing a single-sided graphic with a double-sided one requires re-purchasing the complete graphic set.

4. Do I need additional panels for a multi-frame wall?

If your target display width requires multiple panels connected side-by-side, purchase all panels in the same order to ensure graphic consistency across the connected wall. Adjacent panels whose graphics form a coordinated design require pre-production alignment between the respective panel template files; purchasing them together allows our team to verify cross-panel alignment before production approval.

5. Is a single frame the right format, or do I need a modular kit?

If flat-wall coverage is the objective, the EZ Connect single frame is the right format. If three-dimensional staggered-depth exhibit presence is the objective, the EZ Connect modular display kit is the right format. If the objective grows beyond tube-frame capability entirely — into full modular booth systems with storage and shelving, or into large-scale structural exhibits — the broader modular displays silo covers every upgrade path at every investment level.

Frequently Asked Questions

What widths are available in the EZ Connect single frame category?

EZ Connect single frame displays are available in 2ft, 3ft, 5ft, 8ft, and 10ft widths. All widths share a standard height of 90 inches (7.5ft) and a depth of 18.75 inches. All widths are available in all three top shapes (straight, curved, slanted) and in both single-sided and double-sided configurations.

Can I connect single frames side-by-side to build a wider wall?

Yes. The 34mm dual-mount feet included with every single frame include a second mounting point specifically designed for side-by-side panel connection. Any combination of EZ Connect single frame widths can be joined side-by-side using the foot connector system, without any additional hardware purchases. Two 5ft panels create a 10ft wall; two 10ft panels create a 20ft wall.

What is the difference between a single frame and a modular kit?

A single frame is one independent panel in a specific width, used alone or connected side-by-side with other panels for a flat wall. A modular display kit is a pre-configured package of multiple sections arranged at staggered depths to create a three-dimensional exhibit structure with visual depth and dimension. Single frames create flat walls; kits create dimensional exhibits.

Does the single frame include a carry bag?

Yes. A soft carry bag sized for the specific frame width is included with every single frame purchase. The bag stores all frame components and the graphic sleeve in a package approximately 41″ L × 12″ W × 4″ H at weights from 16 to 22 lbs depending on the frame width ordered.

Can I replace the graphic without buying a new frame?

Yes. The pillowcase graphic slides off the assembled frame after unzipping the base closure, and the new graphic slides on in the same manner. No tools required. No frame disassembly. Replacement graphics for all single frame widths and top shapes can be ordered at any time as a graphic-only purchase.

How do I choose between the straight, curved, and slanted top shapes?

Straight tops align cleanly in side-by-side configurations and work with all graphic designs. Curved tops add visual upward energy and appear taller from the attendee’s perspective. Slanted tops communicate directional momentum and are most effective as accent or entry-marker panels. The top crossbar is fixed at purchase for each panel and is not interchangeable without a replacement crossbar, so confirm the right shape for your specific graphic design and placement context before ordering.