Installation and Dismantle Installation and Dismantling Dates and Hours Installation Friday, November 10 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. EST Dismantling Wednesday, November 15 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. EST Online Exhibitor Service Manual The Online Exhibitor Service Manual containing a complete set of service forms will be available July 17. Service Desk The Exhibitor Service Desk will be open during installation to assist exhibitors with verification and adjustments of their orders for labor, furniture, and other auxiliary services. The Service Desk will be staffed throughout the meeting. Convention Center Rules and Regulations Exhibitor compliance with the Walter E. Washington Convention Center is mandatory. Floor Load and General Lighting The exhibit floor load of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center is 350 lbs. per sq. ft. For heavy machinery or displays, contact The Expo Group. 25% of lighting is provided during move-in and move-out. Lighting one (1) hour prior to show opening each day will be 100%. At the close of the s...