4-1. Exhibiting of products from outside of Japan(including fixtsures)

Inter BEE plans to make all exhibition halls open to the display of bonded goods.
Therefore, it will be possible for exhibitors to display overseas products (those manufactured outside Japan or items that have not yet cleared Customs proceedings) even if they have not cleared Customs by the time the exhibition begins.

4-2. Applications regarding industrial property rights

Part of the Patent Law has been revised and the application items of regulation concerning exception to lack of novelty of invention have been reviewed.
Due to this revised law, the designated system of exhibitions was abolished from 1st April, 2012, and disclosure type restrictions were removed from the old system where application items were restricted except for certain exhibitions.
「Exhibitors who plan to file an application for patent, utility model or trademark, should directly contact the General Affairs Division of the Patent Office.

4-3. Prohibited activities

The following activities are considered as prohibited:

1. Exhibit space transfer
   Subletting, selling, transferring, or exchanging exhibition space, either in whole or in part, to any third party, including other exhibitors.
2. Directing visitors to other venues
   Directing Inter BEE visitors to simultaneous product or technology exhibits off-site is prohibited.
3. Engaging in sales activities
   Selling products other than publications and software on-site except in designated area during the show is prohibited.
   Exhibitors who wish to sell publications and software are required to submit details and seek approval in advance.
4. Inappropriate behavior
   Aggressively attempting to attract visitors to view demonstrations while standing outside of booths or in aisles is prohibited.
   Persistent sales approaches and/or techniques considered to be excessive are also prohibited.
5. Exhibiting for the purpose of obtaining personal information
   It is prohibited to use booths for the primary purpose of collecting personal information on visitors, rather than to display products and services.
   Furthermore, all exhibitors are requested to abide by the stipulations in Japan's personal information protection legislation. Details on the collection and handling of personal information will be available in the Exhibition Manual.

4-4. Responsibilities of exhibitors

1. Prompt fee payment
   Exhibitors will pay all exhibitor fees and expenses invoiced by Show Management Secretariat and bear responsibility until all payments are complete.
2. Obeying the law
   The laws and regulations of Japan shall be followed in all cases related to the transfer and management of display and related items, and in management and other matters related to constructs and structures for use in exhibits.
3. Liability for damage, management of exhibited items, and insurance.
   
   • (a)The sponsors, organizing committee and Show Management Secretariat will make every effort to ensure the security of exhibits during the show period by, for example, implementing security guard patrols. However,the management cannot assume responsibility for damages arising from natural disaster, fire, theft, loss of property or other occurrences beyond its control and recommends that exhibitors take steps of their own.
   • (b)Exhibitors shall be liable for any fatalities or injuries occurring to visitors, other exhibitors or third persons as well as damage to items at the exhibition site. Inter BEE sponsors and / or the organizing committee shall bear no responsibility whatsoever in such circumstances.
   • (c)A booth manager, whose responsibility is to supervise all activities that take place in the exhibitor’s booth, must be confirmed with the organizer prior to the start of the exhibition.
   • (d)Exhibitors are recommended to provide for adequate insurance coverage during the exhibition.
   • (e)The organizer will make every effort to provide effective management, enhanced safety, and maintenance of order at the venue as well as ensure the safety of exhibition visitors. Any act by an exhibitor(s) that is considered detrimental to the aforementioned may lead to the termination of that exhibitor’s demonstration.
   • Exhibitors shall be liable for any accidents that may occur during exhibitor demonstrations, and Inter BEE sponsors and / or the organizing committee shall bear no responsibility whatsoever in such circumstances. In the event of an accident, the exhibitor is required to take appropriate action and report it immediately to the organizer.
4. Complying with the exhibition schedule
   Prior, during and after the show, all exhibitors are requested to comply with the exhibition schedule specified by the organizer. Construction activities to the booth, delivery and/or wrap-up activities during the exhibition are prohibited.

4-5. Termination or shortening of exhibition duration due to unavoidable or potential calamity

1. If the exhibition is canceled because of an event of force majeure, such as an earthquake, typhoon, fire, disease, terrorist act or order from the public authorities, the organizers reserve the right to shorten the duration of the exhibition or the hours that the exhibition is open to the public, either before or during the exhibition.
   If the exhibition sponsors deem such action necessary, this information will be promptly published on the official Website and exhibitors will be notified. Neither the exhibition organizers nor the Association shall assume any liability for losses incurred by exhibitors in such a case.
2. If an unavoidable calamity that occurs prior to the opening of Inter BEE forces cancellation of the exhibition, participation fees paid by exhibitors will be refunded in full, minus charges for expenses already incurred.
3. Neither the exhibition organizers nor the sponsors shall be held liable to refund exhibition expenses, either in full or in part, if the exhibition duration is unavoidably shortened because of a calamity or potential calamity.
4. The exhibition sponsors and the Show Management Secretariat assume no responsibility for expenses incurred by exhibitors if the exhibition is canceled or shortened because of a calamity.

4-6.News gathering and filming

Staff members appointed by the sponsors and / or the organizer will be authorized to gather news and / or conduct interviews as well engage in filming and / or photography. Exhibitors are requested to cooperate with such new gathering and filming activities and also agree that any image, photograph, information, etc.obtained during the exhibition can be used solely for the purpose of promoting Inter BEE.

4-7.Dealing with disputes between exhibitors

Any disputes between exhibitors concerning exhibits, publicity materials related to exhibits, intellectual property or the use of booths shall be resolved between the parties concerned.
The exhibition sponsors shall bear no responsibility whatsoever in such instances.

4-8.Booth design

Product exhibits, demonstrations, etc., must be conducted within the exhibitor’s booth.
If for some reason this rule is not followed properly, the organizing committee and / or the Show Management Secretariat will request that the exhibitor comply with the rule; any further noncompliance may result in termination of the exhibitor’s booth.

1. Prohibition of usage of space beyond booth boundaries
   
   • (a)Exhibitors are responsible for controlling crowds around their booths, which might block walkways in public spaces. If a stage is set up in a booth, the Exhibitor must ensure that the booth layout makes it possible to bring all visitors inside the boundaries of the booth.
   • (b)Inviting visitors into booths and/or conducting surveys in walkways in public spaces is strictly prohibited.
   • (c)Exhibits, decorations, fixtures, plants and packaging materials should not be left outside of booths, but must be stored within booths.
   • (d)Product exhibitions and presentation acts using the space outside the booth such as the aisle is prohibited.
   • (e) Lighting directed toward aisles, exhibition hall walls or ceiling is prohibited.

   

2. In-booth stages
   Exhibitors planning to set up a stage in their booths must ensure that the booth layout makes it possible to bring all visitors inside the boundaries of the booth.
   Further more, depending on the height of the stage and the video equipment installing, take sufficient care of the visitors viewing angle and of an appropriate distance.
   If any problems occur in line with in-booth stages, the Show Management Secretariat will request immediate countermeasures.

   

3. Thoughtful independent booth design that allows for an evacuation route
   When designing an independent booth, be sure to fully consider the location of adjacent companies' booths, and carry out thoughtful design that allows for an evacuation route and does not obstruct the view of adjacent companies' booths.
4. Speakers
   Exhibitors are prohibited from setting up public address systems, such as loudspeakers or mixers, directly facing neighboring booths. So as not to inconvenience visitors or neighboring booths, these systems must be positioned facing the stage.
   If installing loudspeakers on booth walls or displays fixture pillars, the central axis of each speaker must be 45 degrees or less.
5. Safety Measures
   
   • (a)To prevent truss beams falling, strike four or more anchor bolts in one place when securing them to the floor.
   • (b)When installing exhibition panels (OCTANORM), take measures to prevent them falling by reinforcing the panels, reinforcing the beams in the corner sections, and installing weights.
   • (c)Take measures to prevent independent fixtures falling by securing them to the wall or floor surface.
   • (d)When installing video monitors, speakers, channel characters, lighting fixtures, and other fixtures.

4-9. Ceiling structure and two-floor construction

Installing a ceiling on the booth is only permitted when products and/or demonstrations need to be shielded from light or insulated from sound. The ceiling must be made of a fireproof blacked-out curtain, which is the only material permitted under local fire department restrictions.
Direct sunshine will be blocked out within the exhibit halls but there still may be some reflections cast from the indirect and ceiling lighting.
Exhibitors who wish to set up ceiling structures, without regard to the size or area, are required to submit an application form sent with the Exhibition Manual together with top and elevated view booth drawings.
Observe the following guidelines for the design and construction of a ceiling structure.

1. Ceiling structure
   
   • (a)Any double layer structure is prohibited.
   • (b)All the decorating materials must be fire-resistant processed and attached the fire-resistant indications.
   • (c)Exhibitors are required to submit both top (designated ceiling area and its size) and elevated view (designated ceiling area and surrounding wall, etc.) booth drawings. They must show that the ceiling are fire-resistant processed.
2. Fire Safety Equipment
   
   • (a)Fire extinguishes must be size 10 or larger.
   • (b)Fire alarms (smoke alarms) may be required. In such case, exhibitors must submit the placement notice and its operation experiment result to the Management Office.
     Domestic fire alarms are not be accepted.
   • (c)Depending on the structure or size, evacuation exits and leading light for emergency may be necessary.
3. Two-floor contruction / Suspended Structure
   

   Two-story structures and suspending decorations from the ceiling are not allowed.

4-10.Floor work

Exhibitors who require floor construction work are required to submit an application form sent with the Exhibit Manual together with a floor plan. Observe the following guidelines for the Floor Construction Work.

1. Exhibitors are required to contact the Management Office in each hall before commencing the work and inform the number of anchor bolts to be affixed.
   *In case there is no need of anchor bolts, exhibitors are required to submit the cancellation
2. Concrete nails and jackhammering are prohibited. No construction may be carried out on pit covers or pit interiors on the floors.
3. To prevent truss beams falling, strike four or more anchor bolts in one place when securing them to the floor.
4. Floor construction work is permitted on the condition that all flooring will be restored to its original state after the show.
   After usage, if the bolt heads project above the surface, they must be sawn off, not hammered in or cut with acetylene torches. All expenses for restoration shall be borne by the exhibitor. In the event that the floor is not restored to its original condition after the final floor inspection, or the restoration is incomplete, the Management office will complete the restoration work and charge the total amount of expenses to the exhibitor after the show.
5. When bolting down an anchor bolt, a cooperative fee for the restoration of floor surfaces of \1,080 per bolt will be charged to the exhibitor regardless of the size of the bolt.
6. Carpeting a booth, exhibitions are required to use double-faced tape. Use of glue is prohibited.
   

4-11. Fire prevention regulations

Inspections by the local fire department will be carried out during the display construction work of after its completion.
Any work not in accordance with the below regulations may be suspended, or the structure(s) in question removed.
Exhibitors are required to follow the instructions below.

1. Any type of material, whether cloth or paper, affixed to plywood for display purposes should be fireproof.
2. Materials such as display mountings, artificial flowers, draperies, drop curtains, display plywood, fiber blinds, blackout curtains, carpeting or other flammable materials must be fireproof. Please attach a Fireproof tag to each of these materials in an easily visible location.
3. Avoid using paper flowers, urethane, acetate, polyester, nylon or other materials that are difficult to fireproof.
4. 4.The use of plastic foam is prohibited. Please substitute Styrofoam or similar materials.

4-12.Counterfeit or imitation products are strictly prohibited

1. The display, distribution, or demonstration of counterfeit or imitation products that infringe on a third party’s intellectual property rights (e.g. patents, trademarks, design rights, copyrights, overseas rights, etc.) or any other related activity is strictly prohibited.
2. If the Organizing Committee discovers counterfeit or imitation products being displayed, distributed, or demonstrated, it reserves the right to remove these products from the exhibition venue immediately with all costs incurred becoming the responsibility of the offending exhibitor.
3. In addition to inspections for counterfeit or imitation products, all exhibitors shall cooperate with the Organizing Committee whenever any type of inspection is conducted.
4. Any disputes concerning the intellectual property rights of exhibited products shall be resolved between the parties concerned.

4-13. Comparison displays

As a general rule, exhibitors are requested to limit product comparisons (see guidelines below) to demonstrations between products and / or technologies of their own company or group companies. Exhibitors who plan to compare their products or technologies with those of other companies should first obtain advance permission from the other company and such comparisons must not infringe upon the property rights of that company.

1. Comparisons using exhibits and demonstrations.
2. Comparisons using information panels and pamphlets.
3. Verbal comparisons in audio announcements.
4. Other comparisons related to products and technologies.
   When the organizers and / or Organizing Committee determine that the aforementioned guidelines on comparison displays have not been observed, they reserve the right to terminate the display or order that corrective measures be taken with all costs incurred by the exhibitor. If said corrective measures are determined to be insufficient, the exhibitor may be barred from future participation in Inter BEE.

4-14. Suitable displays

The following regulations must be strictly observed for all displays in the exhibition booths.

1. Safety and precaution signage
   All booths must have adequate safety and precaution signage positioned in clearly visible locations around the displays.
2. Displays should reflect real-life situations
   Product presentations and / or displays should be demonstrated in real-life situations as much as possible and not in an exaggerated or unrealistic manner. If this is not practical, the product(s) must have accompanying captions stating how they are used in actual applications.

4-15. Vehicle display

When displaying broadcast relay vans or other vehicles, please be certain that the vehicle can be stored within the space stipulated by the booth specifications. If this height is exceeded, submit "application for Over-Regulation Heights" in the Exhibition Manual.

4-16. Restrictions on Audio Volume

When explaining products or making demonstrations,audio volume in the booth must be maintained at the levels less than 75dB. Please remember that it is important to maintain audio volume at reasonable levels to ensure that visitors can hear the presentations of other exhibitors.

1. The value is the standard, when measured from 2 m away from the border line of booth. These levels must be observed throughout every booth.
2. During the exhibition period, the Show Management Secretariat will regularly measure sound levels. Exhibitors are also asked to voluntarily measure sound levels within their booths before and during the exhibition. Contact the on-site Management office to borrow measuring equipment.
3. Breach of noise-level restrictions: Any exhibit exceeding the specified noise levels must be modified to conform to regulations. Failure to conform may result in the loss of exhibiting privileges.
4. Regardless of these regulations, if complaints are received from neighboring exhibitors or noise is noticeable in other areas of the site, the Show Management Secretariat will require the exhibitor in question.
5. Please make sure that a person responsible for audio equipment is stationed in your booth at all times, and that the audio equipment is operated in accordance with the regulations.

4-17. Demonstration regulations

1. Copyrights
   Exhibitors playing music or replaying recorded audio or video material must pay royalties on said material (unless the exhibitor owns the rights or has made separate arrangements for payment of royalties). Royalties are payable to the Japanese Society for the Rights of Authors, Composers and Publishers (JASRAC), which handles royalties in Japan. Please contact JASRAC for details on arrangements and royalty calculation methods. In addition, when exercising rights regarding video and animation, please contact the company or organization/group that owns the copyright.
2. Illumination / Lighting
   No illumination that projects directly into another company’s lighting or onto walls or corridors is permitted. Exhibitors in the Professional Lighting category who need to illuminate in distance to describe or feature its exhibit product many illuminate only towards the ceiling within the exhibitor’s booth. When strong lighting equipment such as LEDs are used in displays and / or signboards, they must be positioned so as not to inconvenience visitors or neighboring booths.
3. Smoke machines
   The use of smoke machines (including alcohol, oil orpetroleum smoke machines, and dry ice machines) is not permitted.
4. Other
   Please take preventive measures to avoid the generation of the following during demonstrations. Please be considerate of other exhibitors and visitors.
   1.Hot air 2.Gases 3.Odors 4.Vibration

4-18. Handling of hazardous items

1. The Fire Prevention Law Prohibits the Following Activities on the Exhibition Site
   
   • (a) Smoking
   • (b) Live flames (spark-producing items, exposed elements, etc.)
   • (c) Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or other flammable / pressurized gases
   • (d) Hazardous objects (gasoline, kerosene, other oils, etc.)
   • (e) Hazardous materials (explosives, matches or disposable lighters in large quantities, etc.)
2. Exemptions for prohibited activities
   Excluding smoking, exemptions for prohibited activities and / or the use of some of the aforementioned substances may be granted by local fire safety authorities if it is determined that only minimal amounts of substances will be used or that the activities are necessary to enhance the exhibit. For exhibitors seeking exemptions, please fill in the relevant items on the “Hazardous Materials Usage Application” in the exhibitor’s manual and submit the form together with two declaration copies explaining the nature of the performance or exhibit. The association will submit all applications to the fire safety authorities at a single time, and only the items granted exemptions will be allowed to be used in the venue.
3. Smoking
   Smoking is prohibited in booths. Smoking is permitted only in specially designated smoking areas.
4. Live Flames
   
   • The following should be strictly observed when using live flames:
   • (1)Minimize the size and quantity of on-site equipment to the extent possible and use devices of the same type.
   • (2)Protect the surrounding area with fireproof materials.
   • (3)Monitor conditions closely and provide adequate fire safety equipment.
   • (4)At least one fire extinguisher must be available (with a 2-unit minimum fire extinguishing capability and a minimum size of 10).
   • (5)A designated person responsible for fire prevention and extinguishing any possible fire must be stationed in the booth.
   • (6) Live flames must be at least 5 m from fire exits, hazardous materials and other flammable materials.
5. Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) or Pressurized Gas
   
   • The following rules should be strictly observed when using LPG and other pressurized gases (oxygen, hydrogen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, argon gas, etc.):
   • (1)After installation, test all containers for leaks, and if necessary display a "Caution: Do Not Use Near Flammables" sign on them.
   • (2)Use pressurized gases under the lowest possible pressure, and handle containers carefully. Bringing flammable gas cylinders (except cartridge types) onto the exhibition site is rohibited.
   • (3)To prevent gas leakage, use a complete connector for all connecting parts and monitor continuously with a gas leak detector.
6. Hazardous Materials
   
   • When using hazardous substances in the exhibition venue, the following regulations must be strictly observed.
   • (1)Bring only one day's supply or less onto the exhibition site.
   • (2)Do not replenish supplies during exhibition operating hours.
   • (3)Provide adequate fire safety measures and handle materials carefully at all times.
   • (4)Place hazardous materials 6 m and other materials 3 m or more from fire escapes.
   • (5)A Type 10 fire extinguisher must be readily available.
   • (6)Place hazardous materials 5 m away from areas in which open flames are being used.
   • (7)Appoint personnel to monitor safety.

4-19.Violation of the regulations and discrepancies in interpretation

Concerning official regulations, if an exhibitor violates regulations or if there is a discrepancy in interpretation or the application of these regulations, the following measures will be taken. Please note that the interpretation of the regulations as defined in the original Japanese language documentation will take precedence.

1. If the Organizing Committee determines that an exhibitor has violated regulations governing exhibitor booths and implementation of exhibits, the association will request that the exhibitor take the necessary corrective measures.
2. If the same violation described in section 1 above occurs again, or a discrepancy in interpretation of these regulations occurs, the Organizing Committee will take the appropriate action and as a final ruling order, order the exhibitor in question to take the necessary corrective measures. Please note that once the committee reaches a final ruling, the committee will not enter into any further discussion with the exhibitorin question, nor be responsible for any incurred liabilities whatsoever.
3. If an exhibitor has been ordered to take corrective measures described in section 2 above, the exhibitor will be required to submit in writing on the same day, a description of the necessary corrective measures taken and the schedule at which they will be completed.
4. If an exhibitor has been ordered to take corrective measures described in section 2 above, and fails to do so accordingly, or if the corrective measures taken are determined to be insufficient by the Organizing Committee, the following penalties may apply.
   
   • (1)The exhibitor will be prohibited from continuing with exhibition activities from the next day.
   • (2)If the penalty in section 1 above is not abided to, the exhibitor will be barred from exhibiting at the subsequent Inter BEE exhibition.

4-20. Others

1. Other prohibited activities and regulations that are not included in these regulations will be detailed in the Exhibitor Manual that will be distributed at a later date.
2. Promissory notes cannot be accepted for payment for booth fee and all the expenses. Transfer fees are to be borne by the exhibitor.
3. These regulations are subject to change as deemed necessary by the show sponsors, the Organizing Committee or the association. If changes occur to the regulations, they will be posted on the Inter BEE official Website, or brought to the attention of exhibitors by other means.
4. Observing these regulations is the sole responsibility of the exhibitor. The show sponsors, Organizing Committee and the association will not accept any responsibility resulting from violations of existing laws and / or local ordinances by exhibitors.

4-21. Organizing Committee

The Organizing Committee functions as a body to deliberate and decide matters related to the management of the exhibition, including regulations and plans. The Organizing Committee will be represented at the exhibition site during the preparation and execution phases of the exhibition. These representatives will be responsible for maintaining the exhibition environment, dealing with problems and ensuring that the exhibition regulations are adhered to at all times. They have the authority to address problems as they arise.