SEG Displays Buyers Guide
Whether you're new to SEG Displays or upgrading your exhibition stand, this buyer’s guide will help you understand your options and choose the right system for your needs.
SEG displays offer a sleek, frameless finish with interchangeable fabric graphics — ideal for exhibitions, retail, and promotional events.
Below, you’ll find some of our most popular SEG displays, selected for their ease of setup, portability, and visual impact.
What Are SEG Displays?
SEG (Silicone Edge Graphics) displays are innovative marketing displays that use fabric graphics stretched over a lightweight SEG frame for a sleek, professional and frameless appearance. The graphics are printed using dye sublimation and feature a silicone edge sewn around the perimeter, which fits into a recessed channel in the TFS frame. This creates a smooth, wrinkle-free look, making SEG displays popular display system.
SEG displays are modular and flexible. Suitable for use as standalone SEG Displays, or linked to create modular exhibition stands, they offer a custom exhibition stand look and feel but with all the benefits of a portable and modular display. SEG graphics can be easily swapped out, allowing businesses to update their marketing visuals without replacing the entire system. SEG displays are also durable, with reusable frames and machine-washable fabric giving you a greater return of your investment.
Things to Consider When Choosing a SEG Display
Display Size
Consider your exhibition space or retail area. Larger displays create more impact, while compact frames are ideal for smaller setups.
Portability
If you attend multiple events, lightweight and foldable SEG systems like FABLOK® are easier to transport and set up.
Single or Double-Sided
Double-sided displays maximise visibility, especially in open exhibition spaces or busy retail environments.
Lighting Options
Backlit SEG lightboxes provide extra visual impact and help your brand stand out in low-light environments.
Modularity
Modular SEG systems allow you to expand or reconfigure your display for different events and spaces.
Budget
Choose a display that fits your budget while still delivering the visual impact and flexibility you need.
Key Features to Look Out For
- Tool-Free Assembly: Quick setup without tools or contractors.
- Interchangeable Graphics: Easily update your message for different events.
- Lightweight Frames: Easy to transport and store between uses.
- High-Quality Fabric Printing: Vibrant, crease-free graphics with a premium finish.
- Durable Aluminium Frames: Long-lasting and reusable for multiple campaigns.
- Optional LED Lighting: Enhance visibility with illuminated SEG lightboxes.
Where Can SEG Displays Be Used?
Exhibitions
Conferences
Trade Shows
Product Launches
Marketing & Promotions
Retail & Shops
POS & Window Displays
Awards & Presentations
What are Silicone Edge Graphics?
Silicone Edge Graphics (SEG) are high-quality, tension fabric graphics that are finished with a thin silicone bead that is sewn around the edges of the fabric panel. Stretch fabric graphics are printed using a dye sublimation process with water-based ink, which creates vibrant, high-resolution images on durable and long-lasting fabric. The silicone strip allows the graphics to be easily inserted into a SEG frame channel, often made of aluminium or composite material. This results in a seamless, edge-free display with that is stretched out tight, like a drum.
We print on to polyester textile fabric that has a soft-touch, tactile feel for a premium finish. Replacement SEG Graphics can be purchased allowing businesses to update their promotions or marketing message at any time.
SEG fabric graphics are fire retardant to DIN 4102 Class B1 / DIN EN 350, compliant for indoor exhibition use in the UK and Europe and many countries worldwide.
How To Assemble FABLOK® SEG Display Stand?
Our FABLOK® SEG Displays benefit from tool-free assembly thanks to a hinged folding frame that slots together in seconds. Simply unfold the SEG frame, slot the pieces together, attach the stabilising feet and insert the graphics.
SEG graphics have are manufactured from polyester media with a strip of silicone Kedar sewn around the edges of the fabric. This gasket – also known as beading – slots into the frame channels to create an ultra-taut finish that is free of creases and wrinkles.
No tools or expensive contractors are needed, FABLOK® can be built and configured into endless stand configurations to suit your brand and event needs.
Why Buy SEG Fabric Display Stands?
Quick Toolless Assembly: SEG displays are designed for quick and easy setup without the need for tools or expensive stand contractors. Frame pieces fold-out and slot together allowing you to transform your space in seconds.
Eco-Friendly Displays: The recyclable polyester fabric and reusable SEG frames make SEG displays an eco-friendly display system ideal for businesses looking to make an impact, whilst reducing their environmental impact.
Fabric Printing: The stretch fabric is printed using dye sublimation, which produces bold, vibrant, high-resolution, and durable graphics that are durable, long-lasting and machine washable and reusable.
Interchangeable Graphics: The silicone edge allows for quick and easy swapping of graphics, making it convenient to update displays without replacing the entire system. This is ideal for businesses with changing promotions or seasonal campaigns.
Slimline SEG Frames: SEG display benefit from slimline frames and offer a seamless, edge-free appearance by tightly stretching fabric over an aluminium frame, giving your marketing campaign a modern and sleek look.
Lightweight & Portable: Lightweight and easy to assemble, SEG displays are perfect for trade shows, exhibitions, or retail environments. Delivered in premium transport bags to aid storage and transportation.
Modular Exhibition Stands: SEG displays can be used as standalone fabric displays or linked together to build modular displays in any shape or size. Add or remove additional SEG frames to adapt the shape, height, or layout of your exhibition stand.
Are SEG Displays Sustainable?
SEG displays are printed on fully recyclable 100% polyester fabric using water-based inks, with no solvents involved in the printing process. The fabric graphics are sewn with cotton threads and a sustainable Kedar bead, all produced in-house at our UK production facility. The foldable aluminium frame is also widely recyclable and designed for long-lasting durability, ensuring many years of use.
The reusable nature of SEG Displays mean they have become widely used in the events and exhibition industry which has a reputation of being very wasteful. New graphics can be swapped out without replacing the entire display, minimising material waste, and promoting long-term use. These features make SEG displays an eco-friendly option for businesses looking to reduce their environmental impact while maintaining visually striking marketing stands.
What Types of SEG Displays Are There?
SEG Frames
SEG frames, commonly known as TFS (Tension Fabric Systems), are constructed from aluminium or composite materials and feature a recessed channel along their edges.
The integrated channel allows for easy installation of printed fabric SEG graphics into the frame, creating a seamless display that stretches the fabric tightly, just like a drum. This design results in a modern exhibition display with a sleek, edgeless appearance.
- Fast Tool Free Assembly in Seconds
- Freestanding SEG Displays or Link Multiple Frames Together
- Lightweight and Portable Displays
- Range of Sizes and Heights Available
- Double Sided Fabric Graphics
- Optional Illuminated SEG Frames
Available in multiple sizes • Fast UK delivery
FABLOK® Displays
FABLOK® is an innovative, modular SEG display system featuring a quick-folding aluminium frame and a silicone edge graphic (SEG) channel. The SEG system folds out instantly and locks into place, enabling fast, tool-free setup.
Tailored for the busy exhibitor, FABLOK® combines the portability and convenience of modular displays with the versatility of a custom-built exhibition system. Thanks to its interlocking SEG frame design, it can be easily adapted to create bespoke displays, offering a premium look and feel.
- Freestanding SEG Displays or Pre-Defined Kits
- Quick Folding SEG Frames That Assemble in Seconds
- Range of Sizes Available
- Two SEG Frames – 1000s of Exhibition Configurations
- Sustainable Eco-Friendly Display Stands
- Ultra Slimline Aluminium Banner Frames
- Seamless Tensioned Fabric Graphics
- Interchangeable SEG Graphics
Modular system • Build custom exhibition stands
SEG Counters
SEG Counters maintain the same functionality as traditional pop up counters but with a modern, sleek design with seamless graphics that create a professional, edgeless look.
These fabric counters are an excellent addition to your Fabric Exhibition Stand kit and are ideal for marketing and promotional events, including exhibitions, roadshows, in-store promotions, welcome areas, retail environments, and conferences.
- Backlit SEG Counters or Non-Illuminated Displays
- Double Sided SEG Graphics No Extra Cost
- Fast Tool Free Assembly
- Adds a Functional Meet & Greet Area to Your Display
- Replacement Fabric Printing Available
- Portable and Lightweight with Premium Carry Bags
Lightweight & portable • Perfect for events
SEG Lightboxes
SEG Lightboxes incorporate powerful LED lights that illuminate your printed designs from within. These attention-grabbing displays outperform non-illuminated stands, especially in dimly lit environments, ensuring your brand stands out.
Our SEG Lightbox range includes high-quality silicone edge graphics that are simple to install into the slim frame channels. The tensioned fabric graphics can easily be updated or replaced, giving you flexibility in your marketing displays and maximising long-term returns on your investment.
- Backlit SEG Lightboxes for Events
- Freestanding SEG Lightbox in a Choice of Widths and Heights
- Pre-Selected Lightbox Exhibition Stands
- Tool Free Assembly with Push-Fit Connections
- Plug and Play Integrate Lighting System
- Premium Wheeled Transport Cases
- Double Sided Tension Fabric Graphics
Backlit displays • Maximum visual impact
Silicone Edge Graphics
Silicone Edge Graphics (SEG) are printed fabric panels that have a thin silicone gasket sewn around all four edges of the graphic. The silicone bead is inserted into the frame channels, creating a tensioned fabric display with a taut, crease-free, and edgeless appearance.
SEG Fabric printing is available for all fabric displays in our range. Silicone edge fabric graphics are interchangeable, allowing you to easily switch out designs for future exhibitions, events, and trade shows. This gives you the flexibility to showcase different visuals for any event or target audience.
- Reusable and Interchangeable Fabric Graphics
- In-house Dye-sublimation Printing
- Durable, Long-lasting Premium Fabric Panels
- Machine Washable at 30° if Needed
- Compatible With all SEG Banners from XL Displays
Replaceable fabric graphics • High-quality print