The SMTA is a non-profit civil association, whose objective is to promote the professional development of the electronic assembly industry personnel through conferences and technology exhibitions, and to create a healthy coexistence between users, exhibitors, suppliers, and other visitors. We ask that all participants respect the rules of the Convention Center and the event, as well as show respect to staff and volunteers who support the SMTA.

BEWARE OF SCAMS:

The SMTA never sells attendee or member data. If you receive any emails offering contact lists from this event, please mark them as spam or phishing, as they are not affiliated with SMTA and are often fraudulent. All official event communications will come from an @smta.org address.  If you recieve any emails offering contact lists from this event, please mark them as spam or phishing.

AGE NOTICE:

SMTA-organized events are strictly for individuals 18 years of age and older, unless expressly approved in writing by the event manager. A waiver must be signed for minors over 12 years old. Children under 12 years of age are strictly prohibited from entering the expo.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Exhibitor cancellations or space reduction requests must be submitted in writing to ana@smta.org no later than 90 days prior to the event. Refunds will be issued for cancellations or space reductions made more than 90 days before the event dates, minus a $100 processing fee. Cancellations made within 30 days of the event will forfeit all fees paid.

The SMTA is not responsible for no-shows, travel delays, illness, or other extraordinary circumstances.

The SMTA is not responsible for damage, lost materials, or accidents that may occur to exhibitors or other visitors

Photographs and/or videos will be taken during this event, which may or may not include your recognizable image. Please be advised that by participating in this event, you agree to allow the SMTA to use the images in print, digital, or web-based formats for promotional and archival purposes. If you do not wish to have us use your image, please notify show management.

The SMTA is not responsible for theft, damage to equipment, lost items, or any other loss. If you have expensive or delicate equipment, please hire specific security for your booth or be there from the moment setup opens to prevent these situations.

The SMTA reserves the right to suspend, prohibit, or terminate any activity deemed unsafe, hazardous, or otherwise risky at any stage of the event process, including setup, show hours, and dismantling, in order to protect the safety of exhibitors, attendees, staff, and venue property.

By participating in this event, the exhibitor agrees to release and hold harmless the SMTA from any and all liability for damages, losses, accidents, injuries, or claims arising from participation in the event. The SMTA’s role is limited to the sale and coordination of exhibit space. Any additional services, equipment, labor, utilities, shipping, or venue-related services are contracted directly between the exhibitor and third-party suppliers, including the event venue, and are not the responsibility of the SMTA.

The SMTA reserves the right to modify, rearrange, or adjust the exhibition floor plan at any time if deemed necessary for safety, operational efficiency, visual presentation, venue requirements, or any other event-related reason, without cost or liability to SMTA.

Exhibitors agree to comply with all Safety Regulations, Contractor Rules, and Rules of Conduct established by the SMTA in order to maintain a safe, professional, and successful event environment for all participants.

Any illegal activities, as defined under applicable Mexican law, are strictly prohibited on the event premises. The SMTA reserves the right to report any such activities to the appropriate authorities and take immediate action, including removal from the event, where necessary.

The SMTA reserves the right of admission and may deny access to the event, including exhibitor setup, show floor, or participation activities, in the event of non-compliance with any of the terms, safety regulations, contractor rules, or rules of conduct outlined above.

• Maximum floor load - 700 Kg/m² or 2,000 Kg total

• Maximum wall / structure height - 5 meters (island/central booth) or 3.6 meters (perimeter booths)

• Additional electricity requirements and compressed air installation must be arranged with venue

• It is not permitted to turn on heating/heated equipment (furnaces, soldering, etc.)

• Machinery must be set to demo mode

• Equipment specifications are due before September 1 (detailed list of weight, measurements, and requirements of each piece of equipment)

• Banners, stands, equipment, etc. must stay within the designated space for each booth/exhibitor

• Maximum height for banners, stands, signage, and equipment is 5 meters

• Do not obstruct neighboring exhibitors' visibility

• No handing or pasting objects on walls

• Rigging is available through the venue at an extra cost (request by September 25)

• Extra meal coupons may be purchased for $25 USD ($500 MXN)

• F&B in booths is an exclusive service of the venue

• All contracting of F&B in booths must be done through Expo Guadalajara Services

• Outside food requires a fee that may be negotiated according to amount and type (via the Services Module)

• All exhibitors must pre-register online by October 1 — pre-registration for exhibitors & suppliers closes 24 hours prior to the event

• You will be asked to inspect your booth for pre-existing damage prior to setup — if you have any damage on the carpet, walls, etc., report it immediately

• Convention center staff reserve the right to charge exhibitors for the repair of any damage caused during setup

• Attendee list will be sent to exhibitors after the event, including name, title, and company of consenting registrants — other attendee data is considered "reserved" in accordance with laws protecting personal data use