General Terms of Participation A
Messe München GmbHA 1 Applications
All potential exhibitors wishing to take part in the event are to express their wish to do so by submitting an application as exhibitors for the respective event to Messe München GmbH. The application
is to be submitted online; other application options exist only as per the provisions set out in theSpecial Terms of Participation. With the application, exhibitors express to Messe München GmbHtheir serious interest in taking part in the event as exhibitors. Messe München GmbH is entitled totreat applications which are received after the application deadline or after the start of stand allocation as set out in the Special Terms of Participation (B), as late applications and desist from processing them. All exhibits must be described precisely in the application form. Co-exhibitors and additionally represented companies must be named in the application form. The same particulars mustbe specified for them as for the exhibitor. Incomplete applications cannot be considered.
This application procedure does not apply to organizers of joint stands. They are not exhibitors as
defined by the Terms of Participation.
A 2 Admission
The exhibitor accepts that the General Terms of Participation A , Special Terms of Participation (B) andthe Technical Guidelines are legally binding as soon as an application has been submitted. Messe
München GmbH submits a placement proposal (stand offer) to the exhibitor in writing. The placement proposal must be confirmed by the exhibitor within the set deadline; the exhibitor’s confirmationof the placement proposal represents the contractual offer, to which the exhibitor is bound after its
receipt by Messe München GmbH until the expiry of the acceptance period as set out below. The
contract concerning stand space rental and participation in the trade fair (rental agreement) is notdeemed to have been concluded before Messe München GmbH provides its notice of admission.
Messe München GmbH’s notice of admission also constitutes its acceptance of contract. As ageneral rule, the acceptance of contract occurs in such a timely manner as to provide the exhibitorwith sufficient time for the appropriate preparation of its participation at the given event. The accept­
ance of contract can occur within a period of up to three months following the submission of thecontractual offer. The acceptance of contract can also occur at a subsequent point in time if Messe
München GmbH has informed the exhibitor to this effect in text form prior to its submission of thecontractual offer.
The length of the acceptance period is necessary due to the fact that Messe München GmbH may
have to undertake space reallocation that may affect exhibitors on account above all of the rejectionof proposed allocations by other exhibitors and the subsequent submission of applications by otherexhibitors. Exhibitors do not have a legal claim to admission unless such a claim exists by law.
Exhibitors who have not fulfilled their financial obligations vis-à-vis Messe München GmbH, e. g. inrespect of previous events, or have infringed the regulations governing the use of the Messe München(Munich exhibition center) or MOC Veranstaltungscenter München or the Terms of Participation,
may be excluded from admission.
Messe München GmbH is entitled to withdraw from the contract or to terminate the contractual
relationship without notice if admission was based on incorrect or incomplete statements by theexhibitor, or if, at a later date, the exhibitor no longer fulfills the conditions for admission.
Only such items as have been declared and admitted may be exhibited. Hired or leased items may
not be exhibited. An exception is made in the case of objects which are not part of the given exhib­­itor’s range of goods, but which are required for the exhibitor’s display (e. g. for demonstration
purposes). No products may be exhibited that were manufactured by way of exploitative child labor
as defined under the provisions set out in ILO Convention 182.
Co-exhibitors may not be admitted, nor additional organizations represented, unless expressly
specified in the notice of admission.
Messe München GmbH may differ from the type, size and location of the exhibition space requestedby the exhibitor and, as far as permitted by law, exclude exhibits from admission or make admission
subject to appropriate conditions. The exhibitor’s reservations, conditions, and particular wishes (e. g.
regarding location, exclusion of competitors, stand construction or design) will be taken into accountonly if expressly confirmed in the notice of admission.
Space will be allocated according to Messe München GmbH’s requirements and the prevailingconditions, and in accordance with the classification system for the fair as applied by Messe MünchenGmbH at its own discretion, and not according to the order in which applications are received.
A 3 Rental contract
The rental contract comes into force when Messe München GmbH has notified the exhibitor inwriting that he is admitted. This generally occurs when layout planning work has been completed.
The allocation of the other stands, in particular of neighboring stands, can change up until the time
the fair opens. Messe München GmbH is also entitled to relocate or close entrances to and exits
from the exhibition grounds and halls, and to make other structural alterations. Exhibitors cannot
make claims against Messe München GmbH because of such changes. Messe München GmbHmay also subsequently, i. e. after conclusion of the rental contract, change space allocations, andin particular change the location, type, dimensions and size of the exhibition area rented by theexhibitor, insofar as this is necessary for reasons of safety or public order, or because the fair isoversubscribed and further exhibitors must be admitted or because changes in the assignment ofexhibition space ensure that the facilities and space required for the fair are used more efficiently.
However, such subsequent changes may not exceed the scope which the exhibitor can reasonably
be expected to accept. Should such subsequent changes result in a lower participation fee, thedifference in amount is to be refunded to the exhibitor; there is no right to interest on the amount tobe reimbursed. Further claims against Messe München GmbH are excluded.
If exhibitors cannot use their stand space or are prevented from making full use of same because
they have infringed legal or official regulations or the General Terms of Participation A, Special Termsof Participation (B) or the Technical Guidelines, they are nevertheless obliged to pay the ­participation
fee in full and to pay Messe München GmbH compensation for all damage caused by themselves,
their legal representatives or their agents; exhibitors are not entitled to cancel or ­terminate thecontract unless the law specifically entitles them to do so.
Without the prior consent of Messe München GmbH, which must be in writing, the exhibitor may notrelocate, exchange or share his stand nor surrender it in part or in full to such third parties as are notco-exhibitors or additionally represented companies admitted for this stand by Messe MünchenGmbH.

A 4 Co-exhibitors and additionally represented companies
A co-exhibitor is one that presents its own goods or services, using its own staff on the stand ofanother exhibitor (the main tenant). This definition includes group companies and subsidiaries.
Agents and representatives are not admitted as co-exhibitors.
In the case of an exhibitor that manufactures in its own right, an additionally represented company
is any other company whose goods or services are offered by the exhibitor. If an exhibitor that is a
distributor displays not only the products of one manufacturer but also the goods and services ofother companies, then these count as additionally represented companies.
Admission of the exhibitor does not mean that a contract has been concluded between theco-exhibitors registered by it for participation or other companies it additionally represents andMesse München GmbH. The participation of co-exhibitors is only allowed if they have been
admitted for participation by Messe München GmbH. The participation of companies as additionally represented companies is only allowed if this is foreseen in the Special Terms of Participation (B) and they have been admitted for participation by Messe München GmbH. Co-exhibitors and additionally represented companies may only be admitted for participation by Messe
München GmbH if they would have qualified for admission as exhibitors in their own right. The
participation of co-exhibitors and the participation of companies as additionally represented
companies is then subject to payment of the relevant charges if this is required by the Special
Terms of Participation (B). The charge for co-exhibitors and additionally represented companies
is payable by the given exhibitor; it can also be invoiced subsequently by Messe MünchenGmbH after the fair is over.
The exhibitor is responsible for ensuring that its co-exhibitors and other companies it represents
comply with the General Terms of Participation A, Special Terms of Participation (B), the Technical
Guidelines as well as the instructions of the exhibition management. The exhibitor is liable for the
debts and negligence of its co-exhibitors or additionally represented companies as if they were its
own. The exhibitor cannot legally demand that Messe München GmbH accept service orders froma co-exhibitor or additionally represented company. The exhibitor has the option to order services
from Messe München GmbH in his own name for the co-exhibitor or the additionally represented
company. Messe München GmbH is entitled to make the co-exhibitor or additionally represented
company aware of this option.
A 5 Cancellation of contract
If the location, type, dimensions or size of the exhibition area rented by the exhibitor are subsequently
changed to the extent that the exhibitor can no longer be reasonably expected to accept the exhibitionarea, the exhibitor is entitled to withdraw from the rental contract within one week of receiving written
notification by Messe München GmbH. Otherwise, apart from its statutory rights to withdraw fromthe contract, the exhibitor has no right to withdraw from this contract.
Should the exhibitor declare its withdrawal from the given event, Messe München GmbH is,irrespective of whether the exhibitor concerned has the right of cancellation, entitled to otherwise
dispose of the rented space. Any exhibitor canceling its participation without being entitled to do soand, as such, defaulting on fulfillment of contract without good reason, is to pay Messe MünchenGmbH the participation fee if the stand space is left empty during the event or even if Messe
München GmbH is able to re-let the space concerned; in the latter case, however, Messe MünchenGmbH is to offset the value of the expense saved and the advantages it has gained by re-letting orotherwise using the given stand space. In addition to re-letting the stand space to another exhibitor,
other usage thereof may also and above all involve Messe München GmbH transferring its usage toa third party who would otherwise have been placed elsewhere to avoid giving the impression of a
gap in the stand arrangement or re-designing the stand space to conceal the fact that is not occupied. To the extent that Messe München GmbH re-lets the stand space to another exhibitor, who
would otherwise have not been placed elsewhere, the exhibitor must pay 25% of the agreed participation fee as flat-rate compensation for expenses incurred by Messe München GmbH because
the exhibitor withdrew from the contract without being entitled to do so. Messe München GmbH’s
right to claim further damages remains unaffected. The exhibitor can demand that the flat-ratecompensation be reduced if it proves that Messe München GmbH has incurred fewer expenses.
To the extent that Messe München GmbH has not rented out the exhibition space to anotherexhibitor, who would otherwise not have been placed elsewhere, but used the space for otherpurposes, the exhibitor is to pay Messe München GmbH for expenses incurred resulting from thisother utilization of the exhibition space.
The exhibitor has no entitlement to a change in the stand space already rented and above all not toa reduction in the size of the stand space concerned.
Messe München GmbH is entitled to withdraw from the contract if the exhibitor fails to meet its
financial obligations arising from this contract, Messe München GmbH extends the deadline by 5 days
and this deadline for payment is not met either.
Messe München GmbH is also entitled to withdraw from the contract if the exhibitor neglects its
duty arising from this contract to respect Messe München GmbH’s rights, objects of legal protection and interests and Messe München GmbH can no longer be reasonably expected to adhere to
the contract.
In the aforementioned cases, Messe München GmbH is entitled not only to withdraw from the contract but also to demand from the exhibitor the agreed participation fee as flat-rate compensation.
Messe München GmbH’s right to claim further damages remains unaffected. The exhibitor candemand that the flat-rate compensation be reduced if it proves that Messe München GmbH hassustained less damage.
A 6 Force majeure, cancellation of the event
If Messe München GmbH is compelled, as a result of force majeure or other circumstances beyond
its control (e. g. failure of the power supply), to vacate one or more exhibition areas temporarily or
for longer periods, or to postpone or curtail the fair, the exhibitors do not thereby acquire the right towithdraw, cancel or reduce payment, nor do they have any other claims against Messe MünchenGmbH, in particular claims for damages. The same applies if the exhibitor cannot participate in theevent due to force majeure or some other reasons beyond Messe München GmbH’s control. If theexhibitor is prevented from participating in the fair for a reason for which it is personally responsible,
the provisions set out in section A 5 paragraph 2 apply.
If Messe München GmbH cancels the event because it cannot hold the event as a result of force
majeure or other circumstances beyond its control, or because it has become unreasonable for
Messe München GmbH to hold the event, Messe München GmbH is not liable for damages anddisadvantages to exhibitors arising from the cancellation of the event.

A 7 Participation fees, lien, invoices
The participation fees are calculated in accordance with the rates specified in the Special Terms ofParticipation (B) (see “Participation fees”). Each square meter or part thereof will be included in fullin the calculation, the floor area always being considered rectangular, without taking account ofprojections, supports, service connections and the like. In accordance with the Special Terms ofParticipation (B) (see “Advance payment for services,” a lump-sum advance payment will becharged for such services (e. g. electricity, water and telephone connections, technical services,
signage, supply of electricity, water, etc.) as the exhibitor can use on its stand, provided they havebeen ordered previously and in good time as specified in the Exhibitor Service Package, regardlessof the existence or size of an order. The advance payment for services does not include standconstruction and publishing services (catalog entries, Internet services, etc.). If the actual cost of
the services exceeds the advance payment for services, the exhibitor will be charged the difference
between the actual cost of the services and the advance payment in the final invoice, issued several
weeks after the end of the event. If the advance payment for services exceeds the actual cost of theservices, the exhibitor will be refunded the difference between the advance payment and the actual
cost of the services several weeks after the end of the event. The exhibitor has no claim to intereston the advance payment for services.
The exhibitor will usually receive the invoice for the participation fee, with which the advance payment
for services is also charged, together with notice of admission. The notice of admission and theinvoice are as a general rule combined in one printed form.
Prior payment of the participation fee, the advance payment for services and the fee for admissionof co-exhibitors or additionally represented companies is a precondition for occupying the standspace, entries in the trade show media (print, online or mobile if applicable) and the issuance of
exhibitor passes. Messe München GmbH is entitled to withhold exhibition services due, including
the supply of electricity, water, compressed air etc., which an exhibitor has ordered from Messe
München GmbH, until the exhibitor has fulfilled his financial and other obligations towards Messe
München GmbH, also from previous events. If the exhibitor is not the invoice recipient, Messe
München GmbH is entitled to withhold the exhibition services due for the event until the invoice­recipient has fulfilled his financial and other obligations towards Messe München GmbH; Messe
München GmbH may inform the exhibitor about its claims against the invoice recipient, provided
that the exhibitor would be affected by the exercise of the right to withhold performance as set out
above. Payment terms and conditions for all in­voices issued by Messe München GmbH relating to
the event are based on the Special Terms of Participation (B) (see “Terms and Conditions of­Payment”).
Messe München GmbH reserves the right to enforce its lessor’s distraint entitlement, as permitted
by law, in order to secure its claims arising from the rental. The exhibitor must inform Messe MünchenGmbH at any time about the ownership of items that are exhibited or to be exhibited. If an exhibitor
does not meet its financial obligations, Messe München GmbH can retain the exhibits and standfittings and, at the exhibitor’s expense, sell them at public auction or privately. The legal provisions
on the realization of the pledge are—as far as permitted by law—waived. Messe München GmbHdoes not accept liability for damage to exhibits and stand fittings retained under this clause, unless
Messe München GmbH is guilty of intent or gross negligence.
Due to value-added tax legislation requirements, Messe München GmbH can only issue or readdress invoices to an invoice recipient other than the exhibitor, if the recipient is Messe MünchenGmbH’s contractual partner concerning the services to be charged. If the exhibitor wants todesignate the invoice recipient as the contractual partner of Messe München GmbH instead ofhimself, he can request an appropriate form for this purpose at the e-mail address provided in theapplication and return it to Messe München GmbH duly completed and with a legally binding
signature. Messe München GmbH is under no obligation to accept the different invoice recipient
named by the exhibitor as its contractual partner. To the extent that Messe München GmbH has
already rendered services to the exhibitor at the time of receipt of the request form, Messe
München GmbH will have to charge these services to the exhibitor.
If Messe München GmbH issues an invoice with German VAT to an exhibitor with its registered head
office based outside the Federal Republic of Germany and if Messe München GmbH could haveissued this invoice without German VAT had the exhibitor provided Messe München GmbH with thenecessary details in good time, Messe München GmbH is then entitled to demand payment of acharge of EUR 50 from the exhibitor if Messe München GmbH is at the exhibitor’s request to replace
the invoice issued with German VAT with one issued without German VAT.
Should the exhibitor wish to have an invoice re-issued because the name, legal form or address of
the invoice recipient has changed, the exhibitor is bound to pay Messe München GmbH a feeof EUR 50 for each invoice amendment, unless the data included in the original invoice in respectof the name, legal form or address of the exhibitor was incorrect and Messe München GmbH was­responsible for the incorrect data.
Messe München GmbH is entitled to issue invoices in electronic format to the exhibitor instead of
paper invoices. Electronic invoices are sent to the exhibitor by e-mail in PDF-format. For this­purpose, the exhibitor is to provide Messe München GmbH an electronic mail address, to whichthese electronic bills can be addressed (e-billing e-mail address). If available, this e-billing mailaddress should be a non-personalized e-mail address of the exhibitor’s accounting department.
There is no legal claim to the issuance of electronic invoices. Messe München GmbH is under noobligation to comply with all country-specific requirements for the issuing of electronic invoices.
Upon request of the exhibitor, which is to be submitted in writing, Messe München GmbH will issue
paper invoices to the exhibitor. Messe München GmbH is entitled to send reminders and other requests for payment to the exhibitor by e-mail.
The above provisions shall also apply mutatis mutandis to invoices issued by Messe MünchenGmbH to an invoice recipient other than the exhibitor.
A 8 Warranty
Complaints about any defects with regard to the stand or exhibition area are to be made in writing
to Messe München GmbH immediately upon the exhibitor occupying the exhibition area, but by thelast day of the stand set-up period at the latest, so that Messe München GmbH can remedy such
defects. Later complaints cannot be considered and cannot give rise to claims against Messe
München GmbH.

A 9 Liability and insurance
Messe München GmbH is liable for personal injury (damage arising from injury to life, body or health)caused by neglect of duty for which Messe München GmbH, its legal representatives or agents are
responsible, as well as for other damage caused by intentional or grossly negligent breach of duty
by Messe München GmbH, its legal representatives or agents. Messe München GmbH is also liable
for any damage caused by negligent breach of cardinal contractual duties by Messe MünchenGmbH, its legal representatives or agents. Cardinal contractual duties are those duties the fulfillmentof which enable the contract to be duly executed at all and in the compliance with which the othercontracting party may generally trust. If cardinal contractual duties are breached, Messe MünchenGmbH is liable only if the damage is typical damage and not consequential damage and then only
up to 5 times the net participation fee, but no more than EUR 100,000 per claim. Messe MünchenGmbH is under no circumstances liable for damage to or loss of goods brought to the trade fair by
the exhibitor or stand fittings or furnishings. In this case, it is immaterial whether such damage orloss occurs before, during or after the fair. The same applies to vehicles left on the exhibition grounds
by exhibitors, their employees or contractors appointed by them.
For its part, the exhibitor is liable for any culpable damage to persons or property caused by itself,
its employees, contractors appointed by it or by its exhibits and exhibition facilities. Each exhibitor
is obliged to take out such insurance offering adequate coverage with an insurance company
licensed to operate in the European Union and to pay the premiums due (including insurance tax) ingood time. Such insurance coverage can be applied for using the respective Exhibitor Service Order
Forms made available online in the Exhibitor Shop or provided by e-mail on request.
A 10 Photography, filming, video recording, and sketching
Only persons authorized by Messe München GmbH and in possession of a valid pass issued by
Messe München GmbH may film,photograph or make sketches or video recordings in the exhibition halls or in the exhibition area located outdoors. Furthermore, Messe München GmbH may
authorize the exhibitor to take professional photographs or film footage of his own stand, or tocommission a photographer for the task. The permit includes access to the trade fair center for thephoto and/or film team outside official opening hours. During official opening hours, valid passes
are additionally required in order to obtain access to the trade fair center.
For film/video and photo shoots which draw on technical facilities of Messe München GmbH thatare not located on the exhibitor’s stand, the presence of a Messe München GmbH representativeis required. Any costs incurred as a result are payable by the exhibitor insofar as they are not paid
for by the photographer. For photo and film work carried out during closing hours at night, an
accompanying security guard must be appointed at the expense of the applicant and/or exhibitor
concerned.
Under no circumstances may photographic or other images or recordings be made of otherexhibitors’ stands. In the event of infringement, Messe München GmbH may, to the extent per­mitted by law, demand that the recorded material be surrendered.
Messe München GmbH is entitled to have photographs, drawings, films and video recordings
made of events at the fair, of stands and exhibits, and to use them for advertising or general press
publications.
A 11 Advertising
The execution of advertising activities outside the confines of the given stand is prohibited at theexhibition center unless the advertising activities concerned are ones for which the exhibitor has
submitted an application for approval with Messe München GmbH subject to payment of a charge.
The charge concerned is set out in the order documents for advertising space. Messe MünchenGmbH is entitled to prohibit such advertising activities outside the confines of the given stand at
the exhibition center as have not been approved with particular regard to persons carrying advertising in a prohibited manner. Messe München GmbH is entitled to expel such persons as are used
for carrying advertising in a prohibited manner from the exhibition center and to confiscate and/or
remove and/or destroy such advertising materials as are prohibited. Messe München GmbH isfurther entitled to demand of the exhibitor executing advertising activities or having then executedby third parties outside the confines of the given stand at the exhibition center without Messe
München GmbH’s approval payment of flat-rate compensation amounting to twice the fee Messe
München GmbH would have received for granting approval. Messe München GmbH’s right toclaim further damages remains unaffected. The exhibitor can demand that the flat-rate compensation be reduced if it proves that Messe München GmbH has incurred fewer expenses.
A 12 Catering, deliveries to stands
Any catering services provided on the stand are the responsibility of the given exhibitor. Any permit
in accordance with section 12 of the German Restaurant Licensing Act (Gaststättengesetz) that
may be required for the provision of food and beverages on the stand must be applied for withthe relevant city authorities at Kreisverwaltungsreferat München, Ruppertstr. 19, 80466 München,
Germany. All relevant statutory regulations, particularly those in respect of the protection of nonsmokers, require compliance. Exhibitors also have the option of appointing Messe München GmbH
contractors with catering operations at the exhibition center to provide catering services on thegiven stand.
The supply of deliveries to exhibition stands particularly from sources located outside the exhibitioncenter is only possible to a limited extent. Messe München GmbH is entitled to restrict deliveries tostands to specific times only.
A 13 Combating brand and product piracy
Exhibitors are obliged to respect the property rights to which third parties are entitled. In cases
where it is proved to exhibitors in a due manner that their exhibiting or offering of products or services
and/or their promotional presentation or some other activity infringes the property rights to which athird party is entitled, the exhibitor undertakes in advance to remove the items concerned from thestand. If an exhibitor has been prohibited from exhibiting or offering products or services and/or
promotionally presenting same by way of a decision handed down by a German court (verdict, order), and the given exhibitor refuses to comply with the court decision to refrain from exhibiting oroffering products or services and/or promotionally presenting same on its exhibition stand, Messe
München GmbH is entitled to exclude the given exhibitor from the event concerned and/or future
events providing the court decision has not been superseded by a decision passed subsequently by
way of appeal proceedings. In such cases, no refund of the participation fee (in part or in full) is
made. Messe München GmbH is not obliged to check the correctness of the court decision. Exclusionof the exhibitor affected by the court decision cannot be legally asserted. If the court decision, by
way of which exclusion of the exhibitor has occurred, is superseded by a court decision passed
subsequently by way of appeal proceedings, the exhibitor, who had been correctly excluded on thebasis of the previous court decision, is not entitled to claim compensation from Messe München
GmbH.
Insofar as an intellectual property panel is active at the fair with Messe München GmbH’s approval, thepanel members are entitled at all times to access a given exhibitor’s stand and examine the exhibits
displayed on the stand to determine whether the protected trademark rights, copyrights or competitionrights of those persons lodging an appeal with the intellectual property panel are being violated.

A 14 Exhibitor passes
For the time during which the fair concerned is held, the exhibitor receives a number of free exhibitor
passes as specified in the Special Terms of Participation (B). Any additional exhibitor passes­requested are subject to a charge. All exhibitor passes are numbered and are not transferable.
­Exhibitor passes may not be given to unauthorized third parties, e. g. to persons or companies
wishing to offer goods for sale or to render services at the exhibition center without corresponding
authorization from Messe München GmbH. Exhibitor passes are issued only after payment of theparticipation fee, the advance service charge and the cost of admission for any co-exhibitors.
A 15 Set-up, staffing and dismantling of standThe dates for stand set-up and dismantling as specified in the Special Terms of Participation (B)must be strictly observed. Stands not occupied by the last day of the set-up period may be disposedof as Messe München GmbH sees fit.
Exhibitors admitted to the fair undertake to participate in the event. The stand must be properly
equipped and staffed by qualified personnel throughout the fair during the prescribed opening
hours. Particular attention should be paid to ensuring that the stand is already fully staffed when the
exhibition opens. Exhibitors are not permitted to remove exhibition goods or dismantle their stands
before the fair closes. If they break this rule, Messe München GmbH is entitled to demand paymentof a penalty of EUR 500. Messe München GmbH’s right to claim further damages remains unaffected.
The exhibitor can demand that the flat-rate compensation be reduced if it proves that Messe MünchenGmbH has incurred fewer expenses.
Messe München GmbH is entitled to exclude from future fairs any exhibitor whose stand is staffedby insufficiently qualified personnel during the fair’s opening hours, who exhibits an incomplete rangeof goods or goods not admitted to the trade fair, who vacates or clears its stand before the end of
the fair, or who otherwise infringes the Terms of Participation, without prejudice to Messe MünchenGmbH’s right to cancel the contract in accordance with Section A 5 Cancellation of contract, and toclaim for all costs thereby incurred.
A 16 Verbal agreements
All verbal agreements, individual permits and special regulations are valid only with Messe MünchenGmbH’s confirmation in writing.
A 17 House and usage regulations
Exhibitors must strictly observe the regulations governing the use of the exhibition center and its
grounds (New Munich Trade Fair Center). Exhibitors are not permitted to spend the night in the halls
or on the grounds. Exhibitors must treat the other participants at the event with respect, may not act
contrary to public moral policy and may not misuse their participation at the event for ideological,
political or other such purposes as have nothing to do with the event.
Messe München GmbH personnel members are entitled to access the stand of a given exhibitor byorder of Messe München GmbH at any time.

A 18 Period of limitation, exclusion period
All the exhibitor’s claims against Messe München GmbH arising from the stand rental and from alllegal relationships in connection therewith lapse after a period of six months. This period of limitation
starts at the end of the month in which the closing date of the fair falls.
Notwithstanding the regulations set out in section A 8, complaints in respect of invoices must be
asserted writing within an exclusion period of 14 days following receipt of the given invoice.
A 19 Place of performance, applicable law
If the exhibitor is a trader, a legal person under public law or a special fund under public law, Munichis the agreed place of performance, for all financial obligations too. German law applies exclusively.
A 20 Jurisdiction
If the exhibitor is a trader, a legal person under public law or a special fund under public law or has
no general place of jurisdiction in the Federal Republic of Germany, Munich is the agreed place ofjurisdiction. Messe München GmbH is also entitled, if it so wishes, to assert its claims against theexhibitor at the court in the place of jurisdiction in which the exhibitor’s registered head office orbranch office is located.
A 21 Data protection
Personal data which is collected on or transmitted by the exhibitor may be used for the fulfillment of
the business purposes of Messe München GmbH within the framework of the statutory data protection provisions.
Messe München GmbH and its affiliated companies, as well as its foreign representatives, aremoreover entitled to use these personal data in order to inform exhibitors on a regular basis about
the services provided by Messe München GmbH and its affiliated companies and foreign representatives by letter, e-mail, phone or fax. An overview of affiliated companies and foreign representatives, some of which reside outside the European Union (EU) and the European Economic
Area (EEA), can be retrieved from our website www.messe-muenchen.de under the section “International Network.”
The exhibitor shall establish the preconditions required under data protection law to enable theabove uses by means of appropriate measures (e.g. obtaining consent of his employees).
The exhibitor is liable to Messe München GmbH for damages and expenses resulting from theinfringement of this obligation and shall hold Messe München GmbH harmless from any third party
claims upon first demand.
A 22 Severability clause
Should the provisions set out in the Terms of Participation or Technical Guidelines be invalid or incomplete, the validity of the other provisions and that of the contract remains unaffected. In such cases,
the contracting parties undertake to replace the invalid provision and/or fill the gap with a provision
with which the contracting parties are most likely to achieve the economic purpose they pursue.
A 23 Value-added tax
The charges set out in the General Terms of Participation A, the Special Terms of Participation (B)and Technical Guidelines are net amounts. Insofar as they are subject to German value-added tax
in accordance with sales tax legislation, the fees concerned are charged plus German value-added
tax at the rate valid at the given time.
A 24 Exhibition grounds
The term “exhibition grounds” designates either the Messe München venue (Munich exhibition
center) or the MOC Veranstaltungscenter München. The preceding provisions shall refer to that of
the two venues at which the event is held.
The term “trade fair” refers to any event that is either a trade fair or an exhibition.

Status: July 2020

Technical Guidelines
Messe München GmbH
List of contents
1.

1.1.
1.2.
1.2.1.
1.2.2.

Preface

House rules
Opening hours
Stand setup and dismantling times
Duration of the event

2. 	Traffic within the trade fair center,
emergency routes, safety equipment
2.1.
2.2.
2.3.
2.3.1.
2.3.2.
2.4.
2.5.
2.6.
2.7.

Road traffic regulations
Transport of caterpillar vehicles
Emergency routes
Fire service movement zones, fire hydrants
Emergency exits, escape hatches, hall aisles
Safety equipment
Stand numbering
Security
Emergency evacuation / Clearance

3. 	Technical data and features of the halls andthe outdoor exhibition area
3.1.
3.1.1.
3.1.2.
3.1.3.
3.1.4.
3.1.5.
3.1.6.
3.2.
3.3.

4.

4.1.
4.2.
4.2.1.
4.2.2.
4.3.
4.4.
4.4.1.
4.4.1.1.
4.4.1.2.
4.4.1.3.
4.4.1.4.
4.4.1.5.
4.4.1.6.
4.4.1.7.
4.4.1.8.
4.4.1.9.
4.4.1.10.
4.4.1.11.
4.4.1.12.
4.4.1.13.
4.4.2.
4.4.3.
4.4.4.
4.5.
4.5.1.
4.5.2.
4.6.
4.7.
4.7.1.
4.7.2.
4.7.3.
4.7.4.
4.7.5.
4.7.5.1.
4.7.5.2.
4.7.6.
4.7.7.
4.7.8.
4.8.
4.8.1.
4.8.2.
4.8.3.
4.8.3.1.
4.8.3.2.
4.8.3.3.
4.8.4.
4.8.5.
4.8.6.

Hall data
Normal lighting, type of current, voltage
Supply of compressed air, electricity, gas and waterCommunications equipment
Sprinkler systems
Heating, ventilation
FaultsOutdoor exhibition area
Clearance heights

Regulations governing stand construction

Stand construction safety
Stand construction approvalStand structures subject to inspection and approval
Vehicles and containers
Construction heights
Fire prevention and safety regulations
Fire prevention
Stand construction materials and decorations
Motor vehicles as exhibits
Explosive substances, ammunition
Pyrotechnics
Balloons
Flying objects
Smoke machines
Ash containers, ashtrays
Containers for non-recyclable, recyclable and residual waste
Spray guns, solvents
Abrasive cutting and working with a naked flame
Empty packaging / Storage of goods
Fire extinguishers
Stand ceilings
Glass and acrylic sheet
Regularly occupied spaces / Partitioned “trapped” rooms
Exits, escape routes, doors
Exits, escape routes
Doors
Platforms, ladders, stairs, bridges
Stand design
Appearance
Checking stand size
Structural modifications to halls
Hall floors
Suspending items from the hall ceiling
Provision of fixing points
Attaching items to the fixing points
Stand perimeter walls
Advertising materials / Presentations
Barrier-free design
Outdoor exhibition area
Stand construction approval / Stand structures requiring approval
Ground anchorages
Weather-related loads
Wind loads
Wind loads for temporary structures
Snow loads
Severe weather warnings
Exits / Escape routes
Other regulations applicable in the outdoor exhibition area

4.9.
Two-story stand construction
4.9.1.
Application for planning permission
4.9.2. 	Conditions applying to covered stand areas,height of internal stand areas, minimum distances
4.9.3.
Working loads / Load assumptions
4.9.4.
Escape routes / Stairways
4.9.5.
Building materials
4.9.6.
Upper story
4.10.
Non-compliance / Violation and liability

5. 	Operational safety, technical safety regulations,other technical requirements and supply systems

5.1.
General regulations
5.1.1.
Damage5.1.2.
Coordination of work at the trade fair center
5.2.
Use of machinery
5.3.
Electrical installation
5.3.1.
Connections
5.3.2.
Stand installation
5.3.3.
Installation and operating regulations
5.3.4.
Safety precautions
5.3.5.
Safety lighting
5.4.
Installation of water / wastewater facilities / water attractions
5.4.1.
Connections
5.4.2.
Stand installation
5.5.
Installation of compressed-air facilities
5.5.1.
Connections
5.5.2.
Stand installation
5.6.
Gas installation
5.6.1.
Connections
5.6.2.
Stand installation
5.7.
Information and communications services
5.8.
Machinery, pressure containers and exhaust systems
5.8.1.
Machine noise
5.8.2.
Product Safety
5.8.2.1.
Safety devices
5.8.2.2.
Test procedures
5.8.2.3.
Operating ban
5.8.2.4.
Additional safety measures
5.8.3.
Pressure containers
5.8.3.1.
Acceptance certificates
5.8.3.2.
Testing
5.8.3.3.
Rental equipment
5.8.3.4.
Verification
5.8.4.
Exhaust gases and vapors
5.8.5.
Exhaust systems
5.9. 	Use of compressed gases, liquid gases, flammable liquids,
fuel pastes and other fuels
5.9.1.
Compressed and liquid gas installations
5.9.1.1.
Approval of compressed gas cylinders
5.9.1.2.
Use of liquid gas
5.9.1.3.
Installation and maintainance5.9.1.4.
Pressurized equipment directive
5.9.2.
Flammable liquids
5.10.
Hazardous substances
5.11.
Assembly rooms / Show areas
5.12.
Radiation protection
5.12.1.
Radioactive materials
5.12.2.
X-ray equipment and spurious radiation equipment
5.12.3.
Laser equipment
5.13. 	High-frequency equipment, radio systems, electromagnetic compatibility
and harmonics (dirty power)
5.14. 	Cranes, forklift trucks, exhibition goods, packaging,goods consignments
5.15.
Musical renditions
5.16.
Beverage dispensing systems
5.17.
Food supervision
5.18.
Disturbance due to exhibition goods

6.

6.1.
6.1.1.
6.1.2.
6.1.3.
6.1.4.
6.2.
6.2.1.
6.2.2.
6.3.

Environmental protection

Waste management
Waste disposal
Hazardous waste
Waste brought to the exhibition center
Waste disposal fees
Water, wastewater, ground protection
Oil / Grease separators
Cleaning / Detergents
Environmental damage

1. Preface
Messe München GmbH has issued guidelines for the fairs and other events it holds with the aim ofproviding all exhibitors / organizers with optimum conditions for presenting their exhibits and addressing
their visitors and other interested parties.
The Technical Guidelines are a constituent part of the contracts Messe München GmbH concludes
with its exhibitors, organizers, service companies, stand-building companies and other service providers. These exhibitors, organizers, service companies and other service providers undertake toensure that all their contractual partners, who are active or merely present at the trade fair center,comply with these Technical Guidelines. Messe München GmbH is entitled to demand that all persons
active or merely present at the trade fair center comply with the Technical Guidelines. As far as fairs,
exhibitions and other events run by an organizer other than Messe München GmbH are concerned,
the given organizer is, alongside Messe München GmbH, entitled and obliged to demand of his
customers and their contractual partners that they comply with the Technical Guidelines.
At the same time, these Technical Guidelines include safety regulations intended to guarantee optimum
technical and design safety at the event in the interests of exhibitors and visitors alike.
The regulations applicable to fire prevention, construction and other safety precautions have been
agreed with the relevant offices of the Munich Department of Works in their function as the local
authority responsible for construction and technical acceptance in respect of fairs and exhibitions.
Messe München GmbH reserves the right to check compliance with these regulations and to takeappropriate action should they be violated. The relevant statutory regulations applying at the given
time must also be observed.
For safety and stand construction purposes, Messe München GmbH is entitled to impose requirements
above and beyond those stipulated in these Technical Guidelines.
The ordering media for exhibitor services will be made available in good time; orders must be placed
promptly, as Messe München GmbH cannot guarantee proper and timely execution in the event oflate submission.
Orders only become valid if they are accepted. Acceptance may be given tacitly, i. e. by means ofprovision of the service ordered. Exhibitors are not entitled to acceptance of their orders unless thelaw gives rise to such an entitlement. Acceptance of an order can be refused, particularly in cases
where the exhibitor / organizer concerned has not fulfilled his financial obligations vis-à-vis Messe
München GmbH, e. g. those outstanding from previous events. In addition, Messe München GmbH
reserves the right to charge a supplement on the stand fees in accordance with the details shown in
the ordering media for exhibitor services for any orders submitted after the deadline.
After stand space has been allocated, circulars will be sent to the exhibitors informing them of further
details concerning the preparation and organization of the fair.
These Technical Guidelines have been agreed by:
Deutsche Messe AG Hannover
Koelnmesse GmbH
Leipziger Messe GmbH
Messe Berlin GmbH
Messe Düsseldorf GmbH
Messe Frankfurt Venue GmbH
Messe München GmbH
NürnbergMesse GmbH
Landesmesse Stuttgart GmbHin order to formulate them with a common structure.
Moreover, Messe München GmbH reserves the right to make any changes it deems necessary. The
German text is binding. The term “hall” may also be used for comparable buildings in the further
course of these Technical Guidelines.
1.1. House rules
The trade fair center is private property. The owner is Messe München GmbH, Am Messesee 2,81829 Munich, Tel. +49 89 949-01. Messe München GmbH and the respective organizer exercise
domiciliary rights.
The house and usage rules apply to all persons entering Messe München GmbH’s private grounds.
The rules are clearly posted at the access points to the trade fair center.
1.2. Opening hours
1.2.1. Stand setup and dismantling times
During the general stand setup and dismantling periods, work can as a general rule be done in thehalls and outdoor exhibition area between 08:00 and 22:00 insofar as no other times have been specified for the given fair.
On the last day of the setup period, constructional work is to be completed by 18:00. Aisle areas
adjacent to the stand are to be kept clear from 18:00 on the last stand-setup day.
For general safety reasons, the halls and the exhibition grounds are closed outside these times. An
extension to these times is only possible in exceptional circumstances and requires the written consent
of Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division.
By the end of the dismantling period stipulated for each event (see “Special Terms of Participation (B)”and “Important Information”), the exhibitor must have removed all stand construction materials, allexhibits and items on display and all other exhibition goods in full and have restored the exhibition
space to its original state.
Messe München GmbH is entitled but not obliged to have the exhibition goods still on the stand at theend of the dismantling period removed and stored by its accredited forwarding agent at the exhibitor’s
expense and risk, or dispose of them at his expense.
1.2.2. Duration of the event
During the period of the actual event, the halls are opened one hour prior to the official opening timeand closed one hour after the official closing time. Messe München GmbH reserves the right to impose
special arrangements in this respect. Exhibitors who need to work on their stands outside these times
due to exceptional circumstances require the written consent of Messe München GmbH’s Technical
Exhibition Services Division.
2. Traffic within the trade fair center, emergency routes, safety equipment
2.1. Road traffic regulations
The driving of any vehicle within the trade fair center is at the driver’s own risk and only allowed witha special permit, valid entry authorization or valid parking pass. During the event, the driving or
parking of any vehicle within the trade fair center is strictly prohibited. Messe München GmbH canhowever make exceptions and issue appropriate parking or entry permits. Messe München GmbH isentitled to raise a charge for the issue of parking or entry permits.
The parking or entry permit is to be placed behind the windscreen of the given vehicle so that it isclearly visible. The regulations arising from the use of parking or entry permits require strict compliance.
Parking or entry permits are to be returned at any time at the request of the Messe München GmbHstaff deployed for traffic control purposes or of the security personnel. Parking and / or entry permits
are only valid for the vehicle for which they have been issued.

Messe München GmbH is entitled to ask for a deposit in return for entry into the trade fair center and tolimit the maximum length of stay. The deposit paid is forfeited if the maximum length of stay is exceeded.
This ruling applies during the stand construction and dismantling periods as well as in cases where
Messe München GmbH has allowed the trade fair center to be accessed during the period of theactual event.
The German Road Traffic Regulations apply throughout the entire trade fair center and the exhibition
car parks. A maximum speed limit of 20 km/h applies within the exhibition grounds. Inside the halls,
vehicles may only be driven at walking pace; this ruling also applies to the rest of the trade fair center
during the period of the actual event. Vehicles may only enter the halls for the purposes of loading andunloading (Hall C6: no access for vehicles insofar as the mobile partition walls are located outside
the parking position). Care must be taken to ensure that no existing supply connections and othertechnical infrastructure items are damaged. The stipulated load-bearing capacity of the hall floors
must be noted and complied with, as must the height and width of the gates. Engines should beswitched off during loading and unloading. The parking of vehicles in the halls is strictly prohibited.
Messe München GmbH reserves the right to deny motorized access to the halls for reasons it considers
justified.
Pedestrians are to be given maximum consideration. No vehicles are allowed to access paths orgreen areas that have been cordoned off.
Mobile homes and caravans may not be brought on to the trade fair center for accommodation purposes. Areas Messe München GmbH designates as camping sites for a specific event are excluded
from this ruling.
Vehicles are not allowed to stop under any circumstances throughout the entire trade fair center except
in those areas designated accordingly. Messe München GmbH reserves the right to remove at theexpense and risk of the person responsible, driver or owner any vehicles, trailers, containers, skips
or full / empty packaging left in no-stopping zones or otherwise illegally parked.
Additionally, the provisions and access regulations set out in the ordering media for exhibitor services
relevant to the given event (“Important Notes”) apply, as do those stipulated in the “Exhibitors’ Traffic
Information” that is distributed in good time prior to the event.
The rules prescribed by Messe München GmbH concerning traffic regulation and routing including the
instructions of security staff are to be strictly observed. Messe München GmbH reserves the right toregulate above all the access of exhibitors and / or their stand construction companies and other contractors to the individual stands.
In connection with fairs and exhibitions, it is advisable to make use of the full period allowed for standconstruction as experience has shown the trade fair center to be excessively full on the last two standconstruction days. No claims may be asserted against Messe München GmbH if delays are incurredby exhibitors, their stand construction companies or other contractors due to the trade fair center
being overcrowded or to measures implemented by Messe München GmbH to control traffic within
the trade fair center and / or access to the stands.
2.2. Transport of caterpillar vehicles
Only caterpillar vehicles with smooth tracks licensed for public roads may use the roads at the trade
fair center. Caterpillar vehicles may only access the exhibition halls with the prior approval of Messe
München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division (see also item 4.4.1.2.). For damage to roadsurfaces and hall floors, the exhibitor is liable in full.
2.3. Emergency routes
2.3.1. Fire service movement zones, fire hydrants
Access to fire service movement zones, emergency rescue routes and safety zones designatedaccordingly may not be restricted at any time. Particularly during the stand construction and dismantling
periods, access may not be restricted by parked vehicles, stored exhibition goods, construction or
packaging materials, etc. blocking the way.
Vehicles and objects parked on or blocking fire service movement zones, emergency rescue routes orsafety zones can be removed at the expense of the person responsible. In so doing, Messe MünchenGmbH is only liable for such damage to property as is incurred due to wilful or gross negligent behaviour.
Hydrants in the halls and outdoor exhibition area may neither be obstructed nor made unrecognisable
or inaccessible.
2.3.2. Emergency exits, escape hatches, hall aisles
All hall exits and aisles designated as such in the hall plans are to be kept clear over their full width.
They serve as escape routes in emergencies and may therefore never be obstructed by objects left
in the way or protruding. Doors along emergency escape and rescue routes must be easy to openfrom the inside and to their full width. Exit doors, emergency escape hatches and signs indicating theirposition may not be obstructed, built over, blocked, covered or made unrecognizable or inaccessible
in any other way. Information stands, tables and other furnishings may only be located near entrances,
exits and access to stairways if sufficient room is left between them.
Hall aisles designated as such may not be built over or obstructed in any way whatsoever. This also
applies in cases where Messe München GmbH has allowed exhibitors to incorporate space from theaisles into their stand design. These areas must be visually designed in such way that they are recognizable as areas belonging to hall aisles.
Materials required for stand-building purposes or exhibits delivered for immediate setup on the standmay be deposited in hall aisles briefly providing the minimum aisle widths required for safety reasons
are observed and logistical needs given due consideration.
This is considered to be the case if a strip along the stand perimeter to the hall aisle with a maximum
width of 0.90 m is used for depositing the items concerned. On the main aisles (connecting aisle between
two opposing hall gates) a passage with a minimum width of 2 m (red floor markings) must be kept
clear. Areas in front of emergency exits and the hall aisle intersections must be kept clear across theirfull width at all times. Hall aisles may not be used for setting up assembly areas or erecting machines(e. g. woodworking machines, work benches).
Messe München GmbH may moreover demand the immediate clearance of hall aisles for logisticalreasons.
2.4. Safety equipment
Sprinkler systems, fire alarms, emergency call facilities, fire extinguishing equipment, smoke­detectors, closure devices for the hall entrances and other safety facilities, the signs indicating theirposition and the green emergency exit signs must be accessible and visible at all times; they may not
be obstructed or blocked.
2.5. Stand numbering
All stands are equipped with number signs by the given organizer which may only be removed withthe prior consent of the organizer.

2.6. Security
Messe München GmbH and / or the security company commissioned by it to supervise the trade faircenter is / are responsible for security at the entrances and in the halls. Messe München GmbH offers
no guarantee that the trade fair center will be secured and monitored continuously. Messe MünchenGmbH is authorized to implement any measures it deems necessary for securing and monitoring
purposes.
The security of stands, the items on display and any other objects located on the stands is not the
responsibility of Messe München GmbH. Exhibitors are responsible for the security of their own
stands and should organize it themselves as they see fit. However, only security guards from thecompany commissioned by Messe München GmbH to secure the trade fair center may be employed.
Exhibitors’ attention is drawn explicitly to the fact that stand exhibits and other items on the stand areparticularly at risk during the stand construction and dismantling periods. Items of value and / or thosethat can be easily removed should always be locked away at night.
2.7. Emergency evacuation / Clearance
Messe München GmbH is entitled to order rooms, buildings halls and / or outdoor exhibition areas
halls to be closed and evacuated for safety and above all regulatory compliance reasons. The exhibitor
has to inform his employees of this procedure. He must draw up his own evacuation plans and makethem known should this be required by law or ordered by the relevant authorities or Messe MünchenGmbH. As and when required, he is responsible for ensuring that his stand is evacuated.
3. Technical data and features of the halls and the outdoor exhibition area
3.1. Hall data
The halls offer the following gross exhibition areas:
A1–A6, B1–B6 approx. 11,000 m²
C1–C6
approx. 10,000 m²
B0
approx. 3,500 m²
Hall entrance dimensions
The halls can all be accessed by vehicles (apart from Hall B0) and each has at least 6 entrances
measuring 4.50 m x 4.50 m. Hall B0 has one entrance measuring 12.50 m x 4 m.
Heights of halls
None of the halls (apart from Hall B0 in the ICM and the northern front ends of Halls C1–C6) havesupporting pillars. They are all equipped with sprinkler systems.
The clearance height of the walls running along the length of the halls between the entrances measuresapprox. 5.70 m (in the case of the B6 high hall approx. 7.80 m).
The clearance height at the sides of the halls measures approx. 10.75 m (in the case of the B6 high hall
approx. 15.25 m).
The hall height in central areas measures approx. 11.50 m (in the case of the B6 high hall approx. 16 m).
The height clearance of Hall B0 measures 4 m at the sides and 4.20 m in central areas. The heightclearance of the northern front ends of Halls C1–C6 measures approx. 4.50 m.
Suspension points are available in all halls. The maximum perpendicular load per suspension pointis 100 kg (1 kN).
Load-bearing capacity of the hall floors
The hall floors are made of mastic asphalt. The maximum permissible distributed load on the floors inall halls is 5 t/m² (50 kN/m²). A total truck weight of up to 60 t (600 kN) is allowed. The maximum
permissible fork-lift load is 14 t (140 kN). The permissible point load on a floor area of 30 cm x 30 cm(spacing of approx. 1.50 m) is 5 t (50 kN; floor pressure 500 kN/m²)—this does not apply however toutility duct covers.
Hall B0 has parquet flooring. The maximum permissible load-bearing capacity of the floor must be tested
on a case-by-case basis.
Kindly contact Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division for details concerning
the entrance buildings (floor load-bearing capacity max. 1 t/m² (10 kN/m²) on the ground floor).
3.1.1. Normal lighting, type of current, voltage
The normal lighting in the halls is provided by Messe München GmbH. The normal artificial lighting in
the halls during the actual fair is approx. 50 lux/m² measured 1 m above the floor.
Each hall is lit by daylight and artificial light.
Type of current and voltage available at the trade fair center:
Mains type: TN-S System
230 volt (±10%)/50 Hz alternating current
3 x 400 volt (±10%)/50 Hz three-phase current
3.1.2. Supply of compressed air, electricity, gas and water
Compressed air, electricity, gas and water are supplied to the stands in the halls via the utility ducts
located approx. every 5 m in the hall floor (approx. 4.50 m in the case of Halls C1–C6 and approx. 4.85 m
in the case of Hall B0); no gas supply is available in Hall B0. The utility duct covers measure approx.
43 cm x 43 cm (the utility duct is approx. 35 cm wide).
Hall C1 is equipped with two further utility ducts running the length of the hall.
Electricity supply 200 W/m²
Connection for water DN 25/min. 3.50 bar
Wastewater DN 100
Connection for sprinklers 50 DN, available in every second duct
Connection for compressed air DN 50/min. 10 bar, available in every second duct
Connection for gas DN 25/20 mbar
3.1.3. Communications equipment
Stand telephone, fax, data and antenna connections are available via connection points located in thehall floor. RJ 45 is the connection system used or, in the case of fibre optic connections, E 2000.
3.1.4. Sprinkler systems
The halls are equipped with sprinkler systems. Every second utility duct is fitted with a main sprinkler
connection via which the stands can be supplied. (See Item 4.4.2. or 4.9.2. for information on sprinkler
systems for covered stands)
3.1.5. Heating, ventilation
Messe München GmbH provides for the general heating and ventilation of the halls. All the halls are
partially air-conditioned.
3.1.6. Faults
Any fault occurring in supply (in respect of e. g. electricity, water, compressed air, heating, ventilation,communications, etc.) must be reported immediately to the Technical Exhibition Services Division.
Messe München GmbH is not liable for any damage occurring as a result of faults due to fluctuations
in supply or a force majeure or if the supply is interrupted on the instructions of the Municipal Fire
Service or of the suppliers of the service concerned (electricity, water, energy).

3.2. Outdoor exhibition area
Outdoor exhibition area, center: approx. 65,000 m².
Outdoor exhibition area, south: approx. 150,000 m².
Surface of exhibition area: seeded gravel bed (grassed-over gravel-humus mixture, stony in parts)
Road surface: asphalt
Width of access roads: 8 m or 12 m
Permissible load-bearing capacity: 50 t/m² (500 kN/m²) except for railway track area for which a lower
load-bearing capacity applies. Details available from Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition
Services Division.
Lighting: 30 lux/m²
Outdoor exhibition area, north: approx. 115,000 m²
Max. ground load-bearing capacity: 20 t/m² (200 kN/m²)
Stand electricity and water / wastewater connections are available via connection points located in the
ground.
Connection for water: DN 40/min. 3.50 bar
Wastewater: max. DN 100
Electricity supply: 50 W/m²
Stand telephone, fax, data and antenna connections in the outdoor exhibition area are available via
connection points located in the ground. RJ 45 is the connection system used or, in the case of fibre
optic connections, E 2000.
3.3. Clearance heights
The clearance height of the entrances to the loading areas is approx. 5 m. The East Connecting Tunnel
has a clearance height of 4.30 m and the West Connecting Tunnel one of 4.50 m.
4. Regulations governing stand construction
4.1. Stand construction safety
Exhibition stands including equipment and exhibits as well as advertising hoardings must be securely
erected such that they do not constitute a risk to public safety and order, above all in respect of humanlife and health.
The given exhibitor is responsible for the structural safety of the stand concerned and may be required
to provide proof of same.
Messe München GmbH reserves the right to inspect stand structures, exhibits, advertising hoardings,
etc. or have them inspected by an independent expert in terms of their stability and traffic safety to theextent that justified doubt exists as to their stability and traffic safety even if the items concerned
have received prior approval.
Upright structural elements or special constructions (e. g. freestanding walls, tall exhibits, tall decorative
elements, LED walls), that may fall over, must be able to withstand the following horizontally impacting
equivalent distributed load qh:
qh1 = 0.125 kN/m² up to 4 m height from upper edge of floor;
qh2 = 0.063 kN/m² for all surfaces above 4 m in height from upper edge of floor.
The reference surface in such cases is the surface potentially exposed. The verification documentation
drawn up for this purpose is to be provided at the request of Messe München GmbH.
Stand structures in the outdoor exhibition area should be appropriately designed to withstand windloads and, if applicable, snow loads.
See Item 4.6. for load assumptions for platforms and Item 4.9.3. for load assumptions for two-story stands.
Stand structures cannot be supported by securing them to the hall roof. (See Item 4.7.5.2. for detailsof attaching objects to fixing points).
4.2. Stand construction approval
Insofar as the Technical Guidelines have been adhered to with regard to the design and construction of
the stand, there is no need to submit drawings for the approval of single-story stands, providing theirfloor space does not exceed 100 m² and they are not higher than 3 m. On request, Messe München GmbH
offers exhibitors the option of checking their stand design plans which are to be submitted.
All other types of stand (above all those with floor space in excess of 100 m² or higher than 3 m,
multi-story stands (see Item 4.9.), mobile stands) require approval (as do stands with bridges, stairs,
cantilever roofs, galleries, sloping walls, etc.) and structures for outdoor exhibition areas (see Item 4.8.).
Dimensioned layout, elevation view and sectional drawings are to be submitted to the Technical Exhibition Services Division for approval. Escape and rescue routes are to be shown in a separate plan.
To the extent that 200 or more seats need to be arranged, the total number of seats and the escape /rescue routes must be shown in a separate plan (seating plan scale 1:200) to be submitted to Messe
München GmbH in triplicate, whereby the width of the escape / rescue routes is to be based on the
maximum number of persons the room can accommodate and sized accordingly (see also Item 5.11.).
A copy of the plan approved for the given usage should be displayed in a clearly visible location near
the main entrance to the assembly room concerned.
4.2.1. Stand structures subject to inspection and approval
All organizers, exhibitors, tenants, service partners or other service providers are obliged to check
whether the temporary structures they are planning to build either in the halls or in the outdoor exhibitionarea require approval. If in doubt, you should contact Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition
Services Division.
Stand space in the halls
To-scale drawings for single-story stands with floor space in excess of 100 m² or higher than 3 m mustbe submitted for approval to Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division (groundplan and elevation sketches to a scale of at least 1:100) by the deadline specified in the ordering
media for exhibitor services at the latest. To the extent that approval is granted, one copy is thenreturned to the exhibitor / stand-builder with Messe München GmbH’s stamp of approval. This meansthat the stand construction concerned has been approved.
Approval for two-story stands must be applied for by submitting the “Application for Special Stand
Designs” form to Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division by the deadline
specified in the ordering media for exhibitor services at the latest. The form must be completed inGerman and submitted with the required number of copies to Messe München GmbH together withthe required documents that must also be in German. Stand construction approval is granted at thesame time as planning permission given by Messe München GmbH, along with approval of the static­calculation, verified by our structural engineering inspectors.
Stand space in the outdoor exhibition area
Single-story stands with floor space in excess of 50 m² or higher than 5 m must be submitted for­approval to Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division (ground plan and elevation sketches to a scale of at least 1:100) by the deadline specified in the ordering media for exhibitor
services at the latest. To the extent that approval is granted, one copy is then returned to the exhibitor / stand-builder with Messe München GmbH’s stamp of approval. This means that the stand construction concerned has been approved.

Approval for multi-story stands, special constructions, rooms with seating for more than 200 persons,darkened rooms for slide / film shows must be applied for by submitting the “Application for Special
Stand Designs” form to Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division by the deadline
specified in the ordering media for exhibitor services at the latest. The form must be completed inGerman and submitted with the required number of copies to Messe München GmbH together withthe required documents that must also be in German. Stand construction approval is granted at thesame time as planning permission given by Messe München GmbH, along with approval of the static
calculation, verified by our structural engineering inspectors.
The erection of such temporary structures as require execution approval in accordance with art. 72 of theBavarian Building Directive (BayBO) must be applied for with the Munich City Council—Department
for Urban Planning and Building Regulations—subject to submission of the test log and compliancewith the statutory deadlines.
Postal address:
Landeshauptstadt München
Referat für Stadtplanung und Bauordnung
Hauptabteilung IV—Lokalbaukommission
Blumenstraße 28 b
80331 Munich, Germany
www.muenchen.de
The costs of the stand design approval process (see rear of “Application for Special Stand Designs”
form) will be charged to the exhibitor.
4.2.2. Vehicles and containers
The use of vehicles and containers as exhibits in the halls requires approval (see Items 4.4.1.2. and4.4.2., for vehicles in the outdoor exhibition area see Item 2.2.). For damage to road surfaces andhall floors by vehicles and containers, the exhibitor is liable in full.
Motorized / mobile exhibition stands (show trucks, buses, trailers, etc.) must be fitted with a sprinkler
system if they constitute a single, uninterrupted area measuring more than 30 m². The space between
two mobile exhibition stands is considered to be part of a single, uninterrupted area, unless the distance
between the two mobile exhibition stands is large enough to ensure that the effect of the sprinklers
installed in the hall is not compromised.
4.3. Construction heights
The standard height for stand structures and advertising hoardings is 3 m.
The maximum construction height varies from event to event and is specified either in the Special
Terms of Participation (B) or Important Notes sections of the relevant ordering media for exhibitor
services. Contact the Technical Exhibition Services Division if in doubt. The maximum height forstand structures set by Messe München GmbH may only be exceeded with the Technical Exhibition
Services Devision prior written approval.
Exhibits are not normally subject to this limitation, but should be reported to the Technical Exhibition
Services Division prior to the event.
4.4. Fire prevention and safety regulations
4.4.1. Fire prevention
4.4.1.1. Stand construction materials and decorations (embellishments)
As a general rule, no easily flammable materials, materials that drip or melt when burning, toxic gases
or materials producing heavy smoking / sooting, such as most thermoplastics including polystyrene(Styrofoam), whatsoever may be used.
In individual cases and for safety reasons, special conditions may be imposed for load-bearing­structural components (e.g. non-flammability).
Any mountings, fasteners and ties required for structural or load-bearing purposes must be made ofnon-flammable materials.
Decorative materials must be classed as being at least extremely flame-retardant (class B1), may not
drip or melt when burning pursuant to DIN 4102-1, may only produce a limited amount of smoke orcomply with class C (C -s2, d0) pursuant to EN 13501-1. A test certificate verifying the fire classificationof the materials used must be available for presentation.
As a rule, materials such as bamboo, reeds, hay, straw, mulch or peat do not meet these requirements
and are in general to be protected separately or treated with a suitable and approved fire-proofing
agent, to be coordinated with the Munich Municipal Fire Department and taking account of the pro­cessing instructions. The use of deciduous and coniferous shrubs or bushes is only permitted if they
have moist root balls. If during the event it becomes apparent that the trees and plants are drying out
and thus becoming easily flammable, they must be removed.
Messe München GmbH’s consent can in particular be made subject to the general fire load to be­considered.
4.4.1.2. Motor vehicles as exhibits
In the halls, motor vehicles may as a general rule neither be operated nor parked. Vehicles may only
be exhibited in the halls, but not demonstrated in operation, after they have been registered with
Messe München GmbH via the “Application for Preventive Fire Protection Measures” form.
The fuel tank content of vehicles must be reduced to the quantity of fuel required for accessing andleaving the hall (fuel gauge most show low / reserve). The filler caps are to be locked if possible. Depending on the event and installation location of the exhibit, a­ dditional safety measures may be required, such as inerting the fuel tanks, disconnecting the batte­ries and / or d­ eploying security guards.
Fuels may not be stored at the stand. Vehicles with alternative drive technologies, e.g. electric or­hybrid drives, may not be charged inside the halls.
4.4.1.3. Explosive substances, ammunition
Such explosive substances as are subject to the provisions of the Explosives Act and ammunition as
is subject to the Firearms Act may not be displayed at fairs and exhibitions.
4.4.1.4. Pyrotechnics
Pyrotechnical displays are subject to approval and must be coordinated with Messe München GmbH.
Approval can be obtained from the relevant safety authorities via the “Application for Preventive Fire
Protection Measures” form. Exhibitors have no entitlement to approval being granted.
4.4.1.5. Balloons
The use of tethered balloons is generally prohibited in the halls and outdoor exhibition area. Exceptions to this ruling require the prior written approval of Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition
Services Division. To the extent that approval is granted, the balloons may only be filled with non-flammable, non-toxic gases. The balloons must remain within the confines of the stand and not exceed the
maximum height allowed for stands and advertising hoardings.

4.4.1.6. Flying objects
The use of flying objects is generally prohibited in the halls and outdoor exhibition area. Exceptions
to this ruling require the prior written approval of Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division.
4.4.1.7. Smoke machines
The use of smoke machines has to be co-ordinated with Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division.
4.4.1.8. Ash containers, ashtrays
To the extent that smoking is not explicitly prohibited on a stand or parts thereof, a sufficient quantityof ashtrays or ash containers made of non-flammable materials must be provided and arrangements
made for their regular emptying into non-flammable, tightly closing containers.
4.4.1.9. Containers for non-recyclable, recyclable and residual waste
No containers for non-recyclable, recyclable and residual waste made of flammable materials are to
be used on the stands. Any non-recyclable, recyclable and residual waste produced on the stands
should be disposed of regularly, on the evening of each event day at the latest, via such appropriate
containers as are on request provided to exhibitors by Messe München GmbH subject to a charge.
They should be placed at the edge of the aisle-side of the stand for collection purposes. Readily
flammable waste materials such as wood chippings, other bits of wood, sawdust and the like should
be kept in sealed containers and disposed of on a daily basis or several times per day if large quantities
are produced.
The bags that are distributed for non-recyclable, recyclable and residual waste are collected by thecleaning company on the evening of each event day.
See also Item 6. “Environmental Protection” and the Waste Disposal form in the ordering media for
exhibitor services for further information on waste disposal.
4.4.1.10. Spray guns, solvents
The use of spray guns as well as of substances and paints containing solvents is prohibited.
4.4.1.11. Abrasive cutting and working with naked flame
Prior approval must be submitted in writing to and obtained from Messe München GmbH’s Technical
Exhibition Services Division for any welding, cutting, soldering, melting and part-off grinding work.
The surrounding area must be protected from flying sparks when work is under way. Any joints andcracks should be sealed with appropriate, non-flammable materials. Stands must be equipped with atleast one DIN 14406 or EN 3 fire-extinguisher suitable and approved for fire classes A/B/C.
Naked flames and activities involving a risk of fire are as a general rule prohibited during the event.
An exception to this ruling, which must be applied for via the “Application for Preventive Fire Protection
Measures” form, can be granted by the Munich Municipal Fire Department. Exhibitors have no entitle­
ment to approval being granted exceptionally.
4.4.1.12. Empty packaging / Storage of goods
The storage of empty packaging of any kind in the halls both on the stands and outside the stands is
prohibited. Any such items should be removed as soon as they have become empty. Messe MünchenGmbH is entitled to remove wrongfully stored empty packaging at the expense and risk of the exhibitor.
The storage of such items at the exhibition center can occur via forwarding agents appointed by
Messe München GmbH. This service is not free of charge.
4.4.1.13. Fire extinguishers
In general, such extinguishing agents as are suitable for the purpose concerned are to be used.
Further information can be obtained from the Notice “Fire Protection Measures at Trade Fairs andExhibitions.”
4.4.2. Stand ceilings
The halls at Messe München GmbH are equipped with an automatic fire-extinguishing system, theeffective operation of which may not hindered by any stand ceilings. Irrespective of their size, standceilings of any kind are subject to approval and must be registered in writing with Messe MünchenGmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division (see “Application for Preventive Fire Protection­Measures” ordering media). All stand ceilings require the prior, written approval of Messe MünchenGmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division.
Halls A1–A6, B1–B6, C1–C6:Stand ceilings must be at the very least flame-retardant (DIN 4102 or DIN EN 13501-1)—the relevant
test certificate should be submitted or available for presentation on the stand. A sprinkler system has
to be installed for any single covered area exceeding 30 m².
In such cases, one sprinkler unit must be installed for every 12 m² or part thereof of covered space;
any rooms / cabins located beneath the stand cover must be encompassed by the sprinkler system.
Given the consent of the Munich Municipal Fire Department, sprinkler systems for stand ceilings
larger than 30 m² are not necessary if the coverings meet the following requirements:• Metal modular or grid ceilings:
The covering concerned is a modular or metal-grid ceiling comprising open-mesh grating, perforated
sheet metal or similar. At least 70% of the entire ceiling structure including lamp fittings, etc. must be
open in accordance with the planning and installation guidelines laid down by VDS Schadenverhütung
GmbH (Independent Fire Protection and Safety Institute of the German Insurance Association). The
degree of openness of the given structure must be proven verifiably.
• Textile coverings:
The covering is fire-resistant and its horizontal installation below sprinkler units has been approved
by VDS Schadenverhütung GmbH (wide-mesh netting or smoke-out fabric). VDS Schadenverhütung
GmbH’s written approval should be submitted to Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services
Division; compliance with VDS Schadenverhütung GmbH’s installation instructions is required.
See Item 4.9.6. for stand ceilings on the upper floor of two-storied stands.
Clearance of at least 0.50 m must be guaranteed between stand perimeters and directly neighboringstands to ensure that the maximum permitted continuous area of 30 m² is not exceeded due to theaggregation of several ceiling or canopy sections. Messe München GmbH’s approval is required forany reduction in the minimum 0.50 m clearance stipulated.
Hall B0 and the North, East, West and North-West Entrances:
Only such mesh / netting materials as have been approved by VDS and are sprinkler-compatible may
be used.
Horizontal coverings in the entrance buildings wider than 1 m must be approved by Messe MünchenGmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division.
See the Notice “Installation of Sprinkler-Compatible Materials and Fabrics” for further information onmaterials approved for stand coverings and the suppliers of such materials.
4.4.3. Glass and acrylic sheet
Only safety glass suited to the relevant purpose may be used. In the case of structures made of glass,
only laminated safety glass may be used. Ask Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services
Division to send you our Notice on Stand Construction in Exhibition Halls using Glass and Acrylic
Sheet or use our download service via the Messe München GmbH homepage.
Edges of glass panes must be machined or protected in order to preclude any risk of injury. Components
made of entirely of glass must be marked appropriately at eye level.

4.4.4. Regularly occupied spaces / Partitioned “trapped” rooms
Any partitioned rooms on stands in the halls must offer users an unobstructed line of sight in the­direction of escape towards the nearest emergency escape / rescue route. Such occupied spaces as
may be accessed or left via a partitioned room only (“trapped” rooms) are not permitted on stands­located in halls. All measures that compromise a clear line of sight in the direction of escape of thenearest emergency escape / rescue route or its accessibility are prohibited. Messe München GmbH
reserves the right to impose any safety- or fire protection-related demands that may become additionally necessary until such time as stands undergo official acceptance.
If there are stand structures in the outdoor exhibition area with partitioned spaces without a direct lineof sight in the direction of escape to the nearest emergency escape / rescue route or which may beaccessed or left via another partitioned area only (“trapped” rooms), each of these rooms requires an
emergency escape hatch (window clearance of at least 60 cm by 100 cm, maximum height from floor
110 cm, without protective grid and easy to open by hand from the inside) leading directly out to theopen air. If the regularly occupied spaces without any clear line of sight in the direction of escape tothe nearest emergency escape / rescue route or the “trapped” rooms are not at ground floor level,
each of these spaces requires a stairway leading out to the open air instead of an emergency escapehatch. “Trapped” rooms may not be used as regularly occupied spaces.
Alternatively, “trapped” rooms may be separated from other stand areas only by glazing to preserve
the visual perception of a single room.
4.5. Exits, escape routes, doors
4.5.1. Exits, escape routes
Stands with a floor area exceeding 100 m², an escape route longer than 10 m or a stand designed
such that the exit / escape route are not visible from all points on the stand, the following minimum
requirements apply:
the stands must have at least two separate exits / escape routes to be located as far apart from eachother as possible.
Stands with a floor area of up to 100 m² require one exit with a clearance width of at least 0.90 m.
Stands with a floor area of more than 100 m² require two exits, each with a clearance width of at least
0.90 m. Stands with a floor area of more than 200 m² require two exits, each with a clearance widthof at least 1.20 m. For stands with a floor area of more than 400 m², Messe München GmbH’s Technical Ex­hibition Services Division stipulates the number of exits and their respective clearance width
in compliance with the statutory and regulatory requirements valid at the given time.
Any partitioned rooms on stands in the halls must offer users an unobstructed line of sight in the­direction of escape towards the nearest emergency escape / rescue route. Such occupied spaces as
may be accessed or left via a partitioned room only (“trapped” rooms) are not permitted on stands­located in halls. All measures that compromise a clear line of sight in the direction of escape of thenearest emergency escape / rescue route or its accessibility are prohibited. Messe München GmbH
reserves the right to impose any safety- or fire protection-related demands that may become additionally necessary until such time as stands undergo official acceptance. (see Item 4.4.4.).
If within a given stand the maximum length of an escape route to a hall aisle exceeds 10 m, the standmust be equipped with a second exit and / or an aisle at least 2 m wide leading to a hall aisle.
Escape routes should be marked as such in accordance with ISO 7010, BGV A8 or ASR A1.3.
4.5.2. Doors
The use on emergency escape / rescue routes of swing doors, revolving doors, security coded doors,sliding doors, lift doors or any other device that could act as an access barrier is prohibited.
4.6. Platforms, ladders, stairs, bridges
All general walkways immediately adjacent to areas that are more than 0.20 m lower must be protectedby a balustrade of at least 1 m in height and equipped with at least top, middle and lower cross-braces.
Static load verification is to be provided for platforms with a height of 0.50 m and more. The platform
floor must be designed to comply with DIN EN 1991-1-1 (2010) in conjunction with DIN EN 1991-1-1/
NA (2010) Table 6.1DE Category C1 or C3 depending on the specific use made of it. This equates to aworking load of qk= 3 kN/m² for cafés and reception areas; for areas where a large number of persons
gather, 5 kN/m² applies.
The maximum permitted height for single-step, open-access platforms is 0.20 m.
Ladders, stairways and bridges must comply with the relevant accident prevention regulations.
4.7. Stand design
4.7.1. Appearance
The design and equipping of a stand as well as any necessary construction work are the responsibilityof the given exhibitor. In this connection, he must however take into account the character and appearance of the fair and / or exhibition concerned. To this end, Messe München GmbH is entitled to demandchanges to be made to the stand design. Moreover, Messe München GmbH reserves the right toprescribe the framework structure required for a given event in its Special Terms of Participation (B).
Products manufactured by way of the exploitative employment of child labor as defined under theprovisions set out in ILO Convention 182 may not be used for the construction or equipping of the stand.
Stand walls bordering on visitor aisles must include glass panels, alcoves, displays, etc. to give thema more appealing look.
The exhibitor’s name and location must be indicated on the stand in a clearly visible manner. The
stand walls facing neighboring stands should be kept neutral, white, clean and free of installation andmaterials above a height of 2.50 m.
4.7.2. Checking stand size
The stand area is measured out on the hall floor by Messe München GmbH and marked at the corners.
After stand space has been allocated, each exhibitor is obliged to check the location and size of any
installations, in particular fire alarms, utility ducts, ventilation systems, etc. and, where necessary,
instruct the stand-builder accordingly.
The boundaries of the stand area must be observed (see also Item 4.7.4. Hall floors).
4.7.3. Structural modifications to halls
Hall components and technical facilities may not be damaged, soiled or in any way changed (e. g. bydrilling of holes, use of nails or screws, etc.). Nor may paint, wall paper or adhesives be applied to them.
The hall components and technical facilities may not be subjected to any strain from stand constructions
or exhibits for which they are not intended. Hall columns / supports within the stand area may, however,be integrated into the stand design providing they are not damaged and the maximum stand height is
not exceeded.
Joints on hall walls, ceilings and floors may under no circumstances be damaged by caulking or
foundation work or the like. No bolts or anchorages for stand structures may be fitted.
Securing exhibits via floor anchorages is only possible in exceptional, justified cases and only withthe prior, written consent of Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division. To thisend, the floor anchorages required should be registered in writing with Messe München GmbH’s

Technical Exhibition Services Division two weeks prior to the commencement of the stand setup
period at the latest. To-scale plans with details of location, anchorage type, drill hole diameters andnumber of anchorages should be attached to the application. The number of anchorages should be kept
to an absolute minimum. The exhibitor has no entitlement to the fitting and use of floor anchorages.
Messe München GmbH reserves the right to prescribe the materials to be used for anchorages. In
cases where non-approved materials are used and / or floor anchorages are fitted without Messe
München GmbH’s consent, flat-rate repair charges of EUR 90 per drill hole plus VAT will be raised.
Kindly contact Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division for further information.
4.7.4. Hall floors
Carpets and other floor coverings must be laid with due regard to safety and may not protrude beyond
the stand area.
Only adhesive tape that leaves no traces when removed may be used to fix such coverings. No otheradhesive materials or paint may be used on the hall floors.
Any materials used must be removed without leaving any traces. Substances such as oil, grease,paint and the like must be removed from the floor immediately.
There are utility ducts running across the width of the halls at intervals of approx. 5 m (C halls approx.
4.50 m, B0 approx. 4.85 m). Hall C1 is equipped with two utility ducts running the length of the hall in
addition to those running across its width.
Usage of the utility ducts is reserved exclusively for Messe München GmbH’s relevant service partners.
4.7.5. Suspending items from the hall ceiling
Items may only be suspended using the technical facilities intended for this purpose and in accordancewith the provisions set out in the German Statutory Accident Insurance, DGUV Regulation 17.
4.7.5.1. Provision of fixing points
The provision of supporting structures and fixing points for suspending items from the hall ceiling is
the exclusive responsibility of Messe München GmbH. Any changes to supporting structures may
only be carried out by Messe München GmbH. To this end, Messe München GmbH will appoint
specialist subcontractors to do the work required.
To the extent structurally feasible, the exhibitor will be provided with a fixing point at the desired position
above the stand area. Plans should be attached to the order, clearly showing the desired positioningof the fixing points and height details. Items to be suspended may only be located above and within
the stand confines. Construction and advertising hoarding heights are to be taken into account.
Messe München GmbH will review the feasibility of the desired fixing points on the basis of the­documents submitted.
Each suspension point of the hall ceiling structure can withstand a maximum perpendicular load of
100 kg. The maximum area load is 5 kg/m² (halls C5 / C6: 20 kg/m²) of stand area. For each suspension
point, the load must be individually specified and supporting documents provided on request. Suspension points for heavier loads only on request.
4.7.5.2. Attaching items to the fixing points
Items to be suspended from the fixing points ordered (lighting supports, spotlights, etc.) may only
be fitted by the given exhibitor’s own specialists or by specialist companies authorized to do so incompliance with relevant German and / or EU regulations and accepted technical practice.
With regard to the attachment of objects to be suspended, the relevant safety provisions are to beobserved. These also and especially include the provisions of the German Statutory Accident In­
surance, DGUV Regulation 1 (Principles of Prevention), DGUV Regulation 17, DGUV Regulation 54,
DGUV Notice 215-313 and, if applicable, the VStättV directive governing places of assembly. Cable
connections for loadbearing purposes must comply with DIN 56-921-11; cable clamps may not beused.
Further information on approved fastening materials can be found in the ordering media for exhibitor
services (see “Notice on Hall Ceiling Suspensions”) or use our download service via the Messe
München GmbH homepage.
For safety reasons, the following rules also require compliance. The following are prohibited:– Suspending of stand components or exhibits– Securing of stand components or exhibits (stand components and / or exhibits must stand securely
in their own right)– Suspending of items with a rigid and / or frictional connection to the hall floor.
Exceptions to these rulings require Messe München GmbH’s prior written authorization.
The fitting and securing of items to be suspended as well as the provision and fixing of complete
lighting systems, etc. can also be ordered from Messe München GmbH.
4.7.6. Stand perimeter walls
Partition walls can be ordered via the ordering media for exhibitor services.
The partition walls and supports may be neither modified nor processed by exhibitors. The exhibitor
is liable for any damage to persons or property arising from non-compliance with this ruling.
4.7.7. Advertising materials / Presentations
Stand and exhibit inscriptions, logos and trademarks may not exceed the specified height. In the caseof advertising materials pointing towards a directly adjacent neighboring stand, a distance of 2 mshould be kept free to the perimeter of the stand concerned.
All types of performances and presentations as well as all forms of visual, moving or acoustic advertising
require Messe München GmbH’s prior written approval. They may not disturb any other event participants, cause crowding that blocks the aisles nor drown out the public address system in the halls. The
noise level at the stand perimeter may not exceed 70 dB(A).
Despite having given its prior approval, Messe München GmbH is entitled to restrict or prohibit such
performances as cause noise, visual disturbance, dirt, dust, vibrations or other emissions or, forother reasons, constitute a significant disturbance to the event or its participants.
Flashing, rotating or fast-moving advertising materials are prohibited, as is moving advertising on thestand perimeter.
In the absence of any provisions to the contrary in the General Terms of Participation A “Advertising,”
the distribution of printed matter and the use of advertising materials is permitted within the confinesof the exhibitor’s own stand only.
Messe München GmbH reserves the right, however, to enforce further restrictions in specific cases.
Messe München GmbH is entitled to access stands to check that the above regulations are being
observed.
Messe München GmbH is also entitled at the risk and expense of the given exhibitor to remove,cover over or otherwise prevent advertising violating the above regulations.
If a fair, exhibition or other event is not organized by Messe München GmbH but by another organizer,
the organizer concerned is entitled to exercise Messe München GmbH’s rights described above.

4.7.8. Barrier-free design
When designing stands, attention should be given to ensuring that they are barrier-free. Stands andthe facilities on them should also be capable of being accessed and used by persons with reduced
mobility on their own.
4.8. Outdoor exhibition area
Messe München GmbH’s outdoor exhibition area comprises asphalted roads and compacted­graveled areas. In the dark, the outdoor exhibition area has general road and path lighting during
event-related opening hours. Necessary utility connections are located at irregular intervals. The
general provisions set out in the technical guidelines for stand construction apply by analogy also tostands in the outdoor exhibition area. Further supplementary information can be obtained from the
Outdoor Exhibition Area notice.
Person responsible
Upon submission of the application—but by no later than the start of stand setup—a person responsible for technical matters is to be appointed with details of name and mobile phone number, who canbe reached throughout the entire setup, dismantling and event periods, and can immediately initiate
and implement the necessary measures in the case of storm warnings or disruptions through to thecessation of operations.
Checking stand size
The stand area is measured out on the ground of the outdoor exhibition area by Messe MünchenGmbH and marked at the corners.
After stand space has been allocated, each exhibitor is obliged to check the location and size of any installations, in particular supply lines, foundations, tracks, distribution boxes, etc. and, where necessary,
instruct the stand-builder accordingly.
The boundaries of the stand area must be observed. The exhibitor must ensure that no items locatedin the area of the stand protrude beyond its confines. Exceptions to this ruling can be approved forrevolving tower cranes by Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division for safety
reasons; it can make its exceptional approval dependent on all the exhibitors affected agreeing to thegiven revolving tower crane protruding on to their stands. In the event of an exhibitor refusing to agree
to this, his refusal has no effect if safety concerns require the given revolving tower crane to protrude
on to his stand.
4.8.1. Stand construction approval / Stand structures requiring approval
All stand structures and special constructions in the outdoor exhibition area must generally be­registered and—depending on their nature and scope—may also be subject to mandatory verifi­
cation and approval. The nature and scope of stand structures subject to mandatory registration andapproval is set out in the Notice Outdoor Exhibition Area. A verified / verifiable stand safety certificate
must be submitted in all cases for this purpose.
The stand structures in the outdoor exhibition area subject to mandatory registration and / or approval
include all temporary installations that are classed as regular temporary structures in accordancewith art. 72 BayBO (Bavarian Building Directive) with a valid model approval certificate or such as arecomparable by way of their type and mode of construction as well as all other accessible and / orcovered, room-forming or freestanding structural stand installations.
4.8.2. Ground anchorages
For anchorages of tents, guy-ropes and flagpoles as well as for other earthworks in the outdoor­exhibition area, detailed site plans have to be submitted to the Technical Exhibition Services Division
for written approval. No earthwork in the exhibition center grounds may be performed without written
approval. Messe München’s Technical Exhibition Services Division is to be notified prior to the­commencement of earthwork in the exhibition center grounds.
4.8.3. Weather-related loads
4.8.3.1. Wind loads
All stand structures in the outdoor exhibition area must be designed to withstand any wind loads­occurring, pursuant to DIN EN 1991-1-4 and taking account of the site-related wind zone.
4.8.3.2. Wind loads for temporary structures
If the structure concerned can be classed as a temporary structure in accordance with art. 72 BayBO(Bavarian Building Directive), the wind loads pursuant to DIN EN 13814, 5.3.3.4. (for event installations) or DIN EN 13782, 6.4.2.2. (for tents) can be applied.
Should an operational load case pursuant to DIN EN 13814, 5.3.3.4. be asserted, the discontinuationof operations required as of wind speeds of v10 = 15 m/s (including in single gusts) must be organi­zationally ensured by the exhibitor / stand operator.
4.8.3.3. Snow loads
For stand construction activities during the snow-free period (May 1–September 30), snow loads neednot to be taken into account. For stand construction activities during the winter period (Oc­tober 1–
April 30), regular snow loads in accordance with DIN EN 1991-1-3/NA are to be verifiably taken into
account for all supporting roof structures, giving due consideration to the site-related snow loadzone.
4.8.4. Severe weather warnings
The stand operator (exhibitor) is required to observe weather forecasts and to take the necessary­precautionary measures in case of severe weather warnings, up to stand dismantling or cessation ofoperations. In addition, the trade fair organizer will issue a general severe weather warning to all­exhibitors. For any mobile equipment (such as small exhibits, furniture, parasols, small advertising
displays, etc.), the exhibitor / stand operator must ensure that, in the event of severe weather­warnings, these may be dismantled and adequately secured at short notice at all times.
4.8.5 Exists / Escape routes
The length of rescue routes from any point within a closed stand structure to its exit into the open air
may not exceed 30 m (walking line).
4.8.6 Other regulations applicable in the outdoor exhibition area
Exhibitors whose stands border on the edge of the trade fair center grounds are not allowed to use
the fencing for their own purposes. Use of the outside of the fencing for advertising purposes is­prohibited. This also applies during the stand setup and dismantling periods.
Stand components, signs and flags must be fitted in such a way as to avoid unreasonably disturbing
others, particularly other exhibitors and visitors. Misleading company signs must be removed if theexhibition management considers this necessary.
Exhibits higher than 10 m must be registered for approval with Messe München GmbH’s Technical
Exhibition Services Division via the appropriate form in the ordering media for exhibitor services
12 weeks prior to the commencement of the trade fair at the latest.
Revolving tower cranes, etc. must be appropriately secured in line with the relevant regulations.
Suspending advertising hoardings or other loads (apart from flags) from cranes is prohibited for­reasons of safety.
The use of liquid gas for heating purposes is prohibited. Suitable oil-fired heating can be used if­approved by Munich Municipal Fire Department.
In other respects, the general regulations and those applying to the hall area are also valid for theoutdoor exhibition area insofar as they can be meaningfully applied to them.

4.9. Two-story stand construction
4.9.1. Application for planning permission
Two-story exhibition stands can only be built in Halls A1–A6, B1–B6 and C1–C6 providing priorapproval has been granted by Munich Municipal Fire Department, Messe München GmbH’s exhibition management responsible for the given project and the Technical Exhibition Services Division.
Approval is also dependent on the required position in the hall and the floor space needed. An essential
factor in the approval process is what effect the given two-story stand will have on the design andtransparency of the hall as well as on neighboring stands.
Hall B0 (ICM – Internationales Congress Center München) cannot accommodate two-story­structures.
4.9.2. Conditions applying to covered stand areas, height of internal stand areas, minimum
distances
The clearance height in internal areas of two-story stands must be at least 2.40 m on both the lower
and upper floors.
A sprinkler system needs to be installed in accordance with VDS regulations if the covered stand area
exceeds 30 m², with one sprinkler unit to be installed for every 12 m² of covered space or part thereof.
All rooms erected within this area are to be included in the protection provided by the sprinkler system.
The minimum distance for stairways, open cabins, terraces / catering areas to the edge of aisles andto the perimeter of a neighboring stand is 3 m. If it is impossible to maintain the minimum distance tothe neighboring stand, some form of screening of at least 2 m in height is to be erected in the area
concerned for privacy purposes.
4.9.3. Working loads / Load assumptions
The floor of the upper story of a two-story stand within an exhibition hall must be designed to withstand working loads in compliance with DIN EN 1991-1-1 (2010) in conjunction with DIN EN 1991-1-1/
NA (2010) Table 6.1DE: If the story is used for meetings and customer service purposes, i. e. it isfurnished with tables and chairs in a free arrangement or in the form of meeting cabins, it must withstand a working load of 3 kN/m² (Category C1). For unlimited use as an exhibition or sales area, as an
assembly room with or without rows of chairs, the floor of the upper story must be able to withstand aworking load of 5 kN/m² (Category C3). A horizontal load of H = P/20 (P = working load) is to be­assumed if sufficient longitudinal / lateral stability is to be achieved. The respective use must be
marked clearly in the plans submitted for approval purposes.
Stairways must always be able to withstand working loads of 5 kN/m². Balustrades and banisters
must be designed to withstand loads of 1 kN/m at handrail height. Proof must be provided that thepressure applied by the supports does not exceed the maximum permissible pressure the hall floor
can withstand (see Item 3.1. Hall data).
4.9.4. Escape routes / Stairways
On two-story stands with an area covered by the upper story of up to 100 m², only one stairway isrequired. The stairway must emerge beyond the covered area of the stand. The length of any escaperoute from the upper floor to a main hall aisle on the ground floor may not exceed 25 m.
Stands with a floor area of up to 100 m² require one exit with a clearance width of at least 0.90 m.
Stands with a floor area of more than 100 m² require two exits, each with a clearance width of at least
0.90 m. Stands with a floor area of more than 200 m² require two exits, each with a clearance widthof at least 1.20 m. For stands with a floor area of more than 400 m², Messe München GmbH’s Technical
Exhibition Services Division stipulates the number of exits and their respective clearance width incompliance with the statutory and regulatory requirements valid at the given time.
Winding or spiral stairways are not permissible on emergency escape / rescue routes. The height of theriser may not exceed 0.19 m and the tread depth no less than 0.26 m.
The width of the escape / rescue routes (exits, stairways, aisles) is to be based on the maximum
number of persons needing to use the escape / rescue routes in an emergency and sized accordingly.
Stairways require a minimum clear width of 1 m.
On stands with an upper story area in excess of 100 m², at least two stairways are required, to belocated at opposite ends of the stand. Half of these stairways must emerge beyond the covered areaof the stand.
In the case of multi-story stand structures in the outdoor exhibition area, each main unit used on eachstory must be equipped with two separate escape routes. An exit out into the open air may be nofurther than 30 m from any point on the stand.
Each story must be equipped with at least one exit leading out into the open air designed such that it
can be used without risk as an escape route (with its own stairway or outside staircase).
All stairways should be designed to comply with DIN 18065. No items may be stored or shelving
installed in areas on or under stairways without risers.
Handrails must offer a secure grip and be of a continuous nature. Two handrails are to be fitted onstairways that are wider than 1 m.
4.9.5. Building materials
On two-story exhibition stands, load-bearing components, ground floor ceilings and upper story floors
must be made of at least flame-retardant (according to DIN 4102 or EN DIN 13501-1) building­materials.
Floor coverings and wall panelling and ceilings can be made of such building materials as are allowed
and normally used for stand-building purposes. Anchoring materials to the floors in the halls is not
permitted.
General statutory building regulations require compliance. We also reserve the right to impose further
requirements in respect of safety and fire protection until such time as acceptance of the given standhas been granted.
4.9.6. Upper story
Any partitioned rooms on stands in the halls used by staff must offer users an unobstructed line ofsight in the direction of escape towards the nearest emergency escape / rescue route. Such rooms
used by staff as may be accessed or left via a partitioned room only (“trapped” rooms) are not permitted
on stands located in halls. All measures that compromise a clear line of sight in the direction of escapeof the nearest emergency escape / rescue route or its accessibility are prohibited. Messe MünchenGmbH reserves the right to impose any safety- or fire protection-related demands that may become
additionally necessary until such time as stands undergo official acceptance (see Item 4.4.4.).
The bottom of any balustrades must be fitted with skirting of at least 0.05 m in height as well as kneehigh skirting, grid or solid panelling or similar to prevent persons from falling. To prevent objects (e. g.
glasses) from being placed on balustrades where they can easily fall off, the handrails or the tops ofthe balustrades must be appropriately shaped e. g. circular or semi-circular. Balustrades should bedesigned and constructed in compliance with Items 4.6. and 4.9.3.
Kindly contact Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division for details concerning
ceilings to be located above areas on the upper floor of your stand.

4.10. Non-compliance / Violation and liability
Stand structures that have not been approved or do not comply with the Technical Guidelines or relevant statutory regulations must be altered or removed as appropriate. Non-compliance with deadlines in respect of the work to be executed entitles Messe München GmbH to carry out the alterations
itself and / or have them carried out by third parties at the expense and risk of the exhibitor. Insofar as
the exhibitor or stand-builder as appointed fails to comply with the stand construction regulations set
out above, the exhibitor is liable for all damage resulting from violation of the stand construction
regulations. Moreover, the exhibitor and / or the commissioned stand-builder herewith indemnify thetrade fair company against all third-party claims asserted against the trade fair company due toviolation of the aforementioned stand construction regulations.
5. Operational safety, technical safety regulations, other technical requirements and supply
systems
5.1. General regulations
The exhibitor is responsible for the operational safety and compliance with occupational safety andhealth standards and accident prevention regulations at his stand. Stand construction and dis­
mantling work may only be carried out in accordance with the relevant statutory labor and industrial
regulations valid at the given time.
5.1.1. Damage
Any damage caused by exhibitors or their agents within the trade fair center, its buildings or facilities
will be remedied by Messe München GmbH at the expense of the exhibitor concerned at the end of
the given event.
5.1.2. Coordination of work at the trade fair centerIn the event that work has to be carried out simultaneously by employees from different companies
on the exhibition stand / in the event area (notably in the stand setup and dismantling phases), suchwork has to be coordinated by the stand construction manager pursuant to the Work Safety Act –ArbSchG and the DGUV Regulation 1 (German Statutory Accident Insurance) in the case of any
potential mutual risk. This also applies notably to work by the trade fair company’s service providers
on the exhibition stand. Furthermore, measures necessary for improving the safety and health protection of employees at their place of work pursuant to European Guideline EG-RL 89/391/EWG
valid at the given time are to be noted and implemented in respect of the work at the exhibition
center.
5.2. Use of machinery
The use of bolt, nail and stud guns may be examined and permitted on a case-by-case basis.
The use of woodworking machines without chip exhausters is not permitted.
The right to use cranes and forklift trucks is reserved for Messe München GmbH’s authorizedforwarding agents.
Only such work platforms as are supplied by Messe München GmbH’s authorized service partners
may be used. The work platforms rented from such companies may only be operated by persons
over 18 years of age qualified to do so. The qualification for this must comply at the very least withthat set out in German Employers’ Liability Insurance Association Principle DGUV-G 308 / 008.
In special cases, the approval of Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Divisionmust be sought.
5.3. Electrical installation
5.3.1. Connections
Electrical installations from the utility ducts to the stands may only be fitted by Messe München GmbHand / or contractors appointed by it. The electrical installations to be exclusively fitted by Messe
München GmbH and / or contractors appointed by it include the main electrical connection and c­ abling,
master fuse and, if applicable, the master switch / electricity meter. Messe München GmbH’s Technical
Exhibition Services Division reserves the right to restrict the electrical connection to one basic connection per stand for reasons of safety. The use of generators on the stands is prohibited unless priorwritten approval has been obtained from Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services
Division. Exhibitors are expressly forbidden to obtain electricity from neighboring stands. Furthermore,
exhibitors are not entitled to supply any third parties at the trade fair center apart from his co-exhibitorswith electricity. This applies particularly to neighboring stands. Furthermore, exhibitors are not entitledto supply any third parties at the trade fair center apart from his co-exhibitors with such electricity as
is supplied to him by Messe München GmbH. This applies particularly to neighboring stands.
A ground plan indicating the required position of the connections should be attached to the ordering
media.
The exhibitor is responsible for ensuring that the electrical installation is able to provide all items on
the stand requiring electricity with sufficient power such that they can operate simultaneously. Should
this not be the case, Messe München GmbH is entitled to upgrade the electrical installation at theexpense of the exhibitor at the prices stated in the ordering media for exhibitor services without being
asked to do so by same, such that the above requirement is met.
Power supply lines will be laid in utility ducts wherever possible, but may have to be run above ground
if the location of the connection point makes this necessary. Messe München GmbH is entitled to run
power lines and connections serving neighboring stands across the exhibitor’s stand unless Messe
München GmbH can provide the electrical connection to the neighboring stands at the same or lower
cost without laying supply lines and connections across the exhibitor’s stand.
Should the exhibitor wish power lines to be laid across public aisles or third-party stands, Messe
München GmbH’s prior approval must be sought. Any power lines laid in this respect must give due consideration to the safety of the public and exhibitors alike and are payable by the exhibitor concerned.
To the extent that power consumption is not payable on a flat-rate basis, it will be determined via themeter fitted and invoiced at the per-kW/h prices shown in the ordering media for exhibitor services.
For safety reasons, Messe München GmbH resereves the right to switch off the exhibitor’s power
supply after the event has finished.
5.3.2. Stand installation
Electrical installation work within the confines of the stand can be carried out by the exhibitor’s own
electrical fitters or approved electrical contractors in accordance with VDE (German Association ofElectrical Engineering, Electronics and Information Technology) regulations, VDS regulations andaccepted technical practice.
Electrical installation work within the confines of the stand can also be carried out by Messe MünchenGmbH and / or contractors appointed by it providing an appropriate order is submitted.
Any connections, machines or equipment that have not been authorized, do not comply with the relevant
regulations or use more power than indicated in the application are prohibited. They can be removed
from the stand and put in storage by Messe München GmbH at the expense and risk of the exhibitor.

5.3.3. Installation and operating regulations
All electrical installations must be fitted in compliance with the latest safety regulations issued by theGerman Association of Electrical Engineers (VDE), whereby special attention should be given to VDE
0100-718, 0128 and IEC Norm 60364-7-711.
The ratio of high or low-frequency interference transmitted to the mains may not exceed the levels
specified in VDE 0160, VDE 0838 (EN 50 006) and EN 61 000-2-4.
Conductive components must be included in the precautions intended to prevent indirect contact(stand earthing).
The regulations set out in the Notice “Electrical Installation on Exhibition Stands” require compliance.
All exhibition stand electrical installations will be inspected by an expert for compliance with the regulations effective at the given time for the Munich Exhibition Center. The inspection will be organized
by Messe München GmbH.
5.3.4. Safety precautions
As a special safety precaution, all heat-emitting electrical equipment (hot-plates, spotlights, transformers, etc.) must be installed on a non-flammable, asbestos-free base and monitored adequately
during operation.
Depending on the amount of heat generated and / or emitted, adequate distance must be maintained
between the equipment concerned and any flammable materials in the vicinity.
Lamps may not be attached to flammable decorations or the like.
5.3.5. Safety lightingStands whose specific design or structure render the existing general safety lighting ineffective must
be equipped with their own, additional safety lighting. It is to be installed according to currently­accepted technical standards. It must be mounted such that safe orientation and access to the­general escape routes is guaranteed.
5.4. Installation of water / wastewater facilities / water attractions
All installations on stands must comply with the relevant drinking water regulations valid at the given
time such that any reduction in the quality of drinking water due to the installation and operation of awater / wastewater connection is ruled out.
Prior to being fed into the hall supply system, the water is channelled via a water treatment plant(chlorine dioxide). The process is in compliance with the relevant drinking water regulations.
5.4.1. Connections
Water / wastewater facilities from the utility ducts to the stands may only be installed by Messe
München GmbH and / or a contractor appointed by it. The water / wastewater installations encompass
the main water connection (supply and drainage) with supply and drain pipes as well as a water meter
if applicable. The exhibitor is not allowed to obtain water for his stand from such persons as have notbeen authorized to supply water by Messe München GmbH. Exhibitors are expressly forbidden to
obtain water from neighboring stands. Furthermore, exhibitors are not entitled to supply any third
parties at the trade fair center apart from his co-exhibitors with such water as is supplied to him by
Messe München GmbH. This applies particularly to neighboring stands.
Connection plans indicating the required position of the connections should be attached to the­ordering media.
The exhibitor is responsible for ensuring that the water / wastewater installation is able to cater for all
items on the stand requiring water / wastewater facilities such that they can all operate simulta­neously.
Should Messe München GmbH determine that the water / wastewater installation ordered by the exhibitor
cannot guarantee the simultaneous operation of all items requiring such facilities, Messe MünchenGmbH is entitled to upgrade the water / wastewater installation at the expense of the exhibitor at theprices stated in the ordering media for exhibitor services without being asked to do so by same.
Water / wastewater piping in the halls will be laid in utility ducts wherever possible, but may undercertain circumstances have to be run above ground if the location of the connection point makes thisnecessary. In the outdoor exhibition area, water / wastewater facilities can generally be installed; thepiping can be laid either along the ground or underneath it.
In exceptional circumstances, the required location may be so unfavourable that the connection orderedcannot be installed or that, in doing so, additional costs may be incurred.
Messe München GmbH is entitled to run water / wastewater pipes and connections serving neigh­boringstands across the exhibitor’s stand unless Messe München GmbH can provide the water /­ wastewater
connection to the neighboring stands at the same or lower cost without laying pipes and connections
across the exhibitor’s stand.
Should the exhibitor wish piping to be laid across public aisles or third-party stands, Messe MünchenGmbH’s prior approval must be sought. Any piping laid in this respect must give due consideration to
the safety of the public and exhibitors alike and is payable by the exhibitor concerned.
To the extent that water consumption is not payable on a flat-rate basis, it will be determined via themeter fitted and invoiced at the per-m³ prices shown in the ordering media for exhibitor services.
Wastewater polluted with chemicals may not be fed into the sewage system (see also Item 6.2.1.).
For safety reasons, Messe München GmbH reserves the right to cut off the exhibitors’ water supply
after the event has finished.
5.4.2. Stand installation
Plumbing facilities (water / wastewater facilities) within the confines of the stand can be installed by
the exhibitor’s own plumbers or approved plumbing contractors in accord ance with relevant ­German /EU requirements and accepted technical practice.
Plumbing work within the confines of the stand can also be carried out by Messe München GmbHand / or contractors appointed by it providing an appropriate order is submitted.
To the extent that plumbing work including connecting up equipment requiring water (devices withwater supply and wastewater drainage facilities, e. g. sinks) is not to be carried out by Messe MünchenGmbH and / or contractors appointed by it, the exhibitor has to notify Messe München GmbH in goodtime prior to the commencement of the work concerned, but 14 days prior to the start of the standsetup period at the latest, as to which plumbing contractors and / or plumbers will be carrying out theplumbing work. If Messe München GmbH is not supplied with this information by the set time, Messe
München GmbH will connect up the equipment requiring water / wastewater facilities and charge theexhibitor with the costs incurred at the prices stated in the ordering media for exhibitor services.
Any connections, machines or equipment that have not been authorized, do not comply with the relevant
regulations or use more water than indicated in the application are prohibited. They can be removed
from the stand and put in storage by Messe München GmbH at the expense and risk of the exhibitor.
For safety reasons, dishwashers without a fitted drainage pump are not to be connected to the water
mains if the drainage gradient is insufficient.
The connection of refrigerators / freezers with open refrigeration cycles should be registered with Messe
München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division. The water consumed will be mea­sured via
meters and charged at the rates stipulated in the ordering media for exhibitor services. Messe
München GmbH reserves the right to prohibit the use of refrigerators / freezers with open refriger­ation
cycles. In cases where water is used on the stand, e.g. for ponds and fountains or for water wall, air­humidifier and other spray systems, perfectly hygienic conditions must be guaranteed at all times.
Verification of compliance is to be presented at the request of the exhibition company.

5.5. Installation of compressed-air facilities
5.5.1. Connections
The provision of exhibition stands with compressed air is possible in both the halls and the outdoor
exhibition area. It generally occurs via a connection to a compressor station. Messe München GmbH
reserves the right to install a compressor for the supply of compressed air on the stand in cases
where, for instance, little compressed air is required. The use of a compressor to be supplied by theexhibitor himself has to be notified to Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division
four weeks prior to commencement of the stand construction period of the given event at the latest.
The exhibitor is not allowed to obtain compressed air for his stand from such persons as have notbeen authorized to supply compressed air by Messe München GmbH. Exhibitors are expressly forbidden to obtain compressed air from neighboring stands. Furthermore, exhibitors are not entitled tosupply any third parties at the trade fair center apart from his co-exhibitors with such compressed air
as is supplied to him by Messe München GmbH. This applies particularly to neighboring stands.
Compressed-air facilities from Messe München GmbH’s own mains to the individual stands may only
be installed by Messe München GmbH and / or a contractor appointed by it. The compressed-air
installations encompass the main compressed-air connection together with associated compressedair supply lines.
The exhibitor is responsible for ensuring that the compressed-air installation is able to provide all
items on the stand requiring compressed air with sufficient compressed air such that they can all
operate simultaneously. Should Messe München GmbH determine that the compressed-air installation
ordered by the exhibitor cannot guarantee the simultaneous operation of all items requiring compressed air, Messe München GmbH is entitled to upgrade the compressed-air installation at theexpense of the exhibitor at the prices stated in the ordering media for exhibitor services without being
asked to do so by same.
Compressed-air supply lines will be laid in utility ducts wherever possible, but may under certain circumstances have to be run above ground if the location of the connection point makes this necessary.
Messe München GmbH is entitled to run compressed-air supply lines and connections serving neighboring stands across the exhibitor’s stand unless Messe München GmbH can provide the compressedair connection to the neighboring stands at the same or lower cost without laying supply lines andconnections across the exhibitor’s stand.
Should the exhibitor wish compressed-air supply lines to be laid across public aisles or third-party
stands, Messe München GmbH’s prior approval must be sought. Any compressed-air supply lines
laid in this respect must give due consideration to the safety of the public and exhibitors alike and arepayable by the exhibitor concerned.
A ground plan indicating the required position of the connections should be attached to the ordering
media.
For safety reasons, Messe München GmbH reserves the right to cut off the exhibitors’ compressed-air
supply after the event has finished.
5.5.2. Stand installation
Compressed-air installation work within the confines of the stand can be carried out by the exhibitor’s
own fitters or approved contractors in accordance with German / EU requirements and accepted
technical practice.
Compressed-air installation work within the confines of the stand can also be carried out by Messe
München GmbH and / or contractors appointed by it providing an appropriate order is submitted.
To the extent that compressed-air installation work including connecting up equipment requiring compressed air (appliances with compressed air connections) is not to be carried out by Messe MünchenGmbH and / or contractors appointed by it, the exhibitor has to notify Messe München GmbH in goodtime prior to the commencement of the work concerned, but 14 days prior to the commencement of thestand setup period at the latest, as to which contractors and / or fitters will be carrying out the compressed-air installation work. If Messe München GmbH is not supplied with this information by the set
time, Messe München GmbH will connect up the equipment requiring compressed air and charge theexhibitor with the costs incurred based on the rates applying to the given event.
Any connections, machines or equipment that have not been authorized, do not comply with the relevant
regulations or use more compressed air than indicated in the application are prohibited. They can beremoved from the stand and put in storage by Messe München GmbH at the expense and risk of theexhibitor.
5.6. Gas installation
5.6.1. Connections
Gas supply facilities from the utility ducts to the stands may only be installed by Messe MünchenGmbH and / or a contractor appointed by it. The gas installations encompass the main gas connection
with supply lines and stopcock as well as a gas meter if applicable. The exhibitor is not allowed toobtain gas for his stand from such persons as have not been authorized to supply gas by Messe
München GmbH. Exhibitors are expressly forbidden to obtain gas from neighboring stands. Furthermore, exhibitors are not entitled to supply any third parties at the trade fair center apart from his
co-exhibitors with such gas as is supplied to him by Messe München GmbH. This applies particularly
to neighboring stands.
Connection plans indicating the required position of the connections should be attached to the­ordering media.
The exhibitor is responsible for ensuring that the gas installation is able to provide all items on thestand requiring gas with sufficient gas such that they can all operate simultaneously. Should Messe
München GmbH determine that the gas installation ordered by the exhibitor cannot guarantee thesimultaneous operation of all items requiring such facilities, Messe München GmbH is entitled to
upgrade the gas installation at the expense of the exhibitor at the prices stated in the ordering media
for exhibitor services without being asked to do so by same.
Gas supply lines in the halls will be laid in utility ducts wherever possible, but may under certain circumstances have to be run above ground if the location of the connection point makes this necessary. In
exceptional circumstances, the required location may be so unfavourable that the connection orderedcannot be installed or that, in doing so, additional costs may be incurred.
Messe München GmbH is entitled to run gas supply lines and connections serving neighboringstands across the exhibitor’s stand unless Messe München GmbH can provide the gas connection to
the neighboring stands at the same or lower cost without laying supply lines and connections acrossthe exhibitor’s stand.
Should the exhibitor wish supply lines to be laid across public aisles or third-party stands, Messe
München GmbH’s prior approval must be sought. Any gas supply lines laid in this respect must givedue consideration to the safety of the public and exhibitors alike and are payable by the exhibitor
concerned.

To the extent that gas consumption is not payable on a flat-rate basis, it will be determined via themeter fitted and invoiced at the per-m³ prices shown in the ordering media for exhibitor services.
The use of gas for lighting and / or heating purposes (e. g. radiation heaters) as a stand design element
is prohibited. As a rule, exhibits are exempted from this requirement. All burners must be equippedwith low-setting controls or automatic ignition devices.
The exhibitor assumes sole responsibility for compliance with the relevant safety regulations, above
all those stipulated by DVWG, TÜV (Technical Inspectorate), Munich Municipal Fire Department andMunich Municipal Works Department.
For safety reasons, Messe München GmbH reserves the right to cut off the exhibitors’ gas supply
after the event has finished.
5.6.2. Stand installation
Gas installation work within the confines of the stand can be carried out by the exhibitor’s own fittersor approved contractors in accordance with German / EU requirements and accepted technical practice.
Gas installation work within the confines of the stand can also be carried out by Messe MünchenGmbH and / or contractors appointed by it providing an appropriate order is submitted.
To the extent that gas installation work including connecting up equipment requiring gas (applianceswith gas connections) is not to be carried out by Messe München GmbH and / or contractors appointed
by it, the exhibitor has to notify Messe München GmbH in good time prior to the commencement of
the work concerned, but 14 days prior to the commencement of the stand construction period at thelatest, as to which contractors and / or fitters will be carrying out the gas installation work. If Messe
München GmbH is not supplied with this information by the set time, Messe München GmbH willconnect up the equipment requiring gas and charge the exhibitor with the costs incurred at the prices
stated in the ordering media for exhibitor services.
Any connections, machines or equipment that have not been authorized, do not comply with the relevant
regulations or use more gas than indicated in the application are prohibited. They can be removed
from the stand and put in storage by Messe München GmbH at the expense and risk of the exhibitor.
5.7. Information and communications services
All fixed-line connections for information and communications services are provided exclusively by
Messe München GmbH.
Connection plans indicating the required position of the connections should be attached to theordering media.
5.8. Machinery, pressure containers and exhaust systems
5.8.1. Machine noise
The operation of any noise-emitting machinery and / or devices requires Messe München GmbH’sprior written approval. It may not disturb any other event participants, cause crowding that blocks theaisles nor drown out the public address system in the halls. Noise-emitting machinery and / or devices
may only be operated for short periods of time and only as long and often as the given demonstration
requires. The noise level at the stand perimeter may not exceed 70 dB(A).
Despite having given its prior approval, Messe München GmbH is entitled to restrict or prohibit such
performances as cause noise, visual disturbance or, for other reasons, constitute a significant disturbance to the event or its participants.
If a fair, exhibition or other event is not organized by Messe München GmbH but by another organizer,
the organizer concerned is entitled to exercise Messe München GmbH’s rights described above.
5.8.2. Product Safety
The exhibitor is principally obliged to display only those products that meet European marketing
requirements (e. g. specific EU directives such as the Machinery Directive, Toy Directive, Low-voltage
Directive, Medical Products Directive, PSA Directive, etc.) and the national legislation based on them(e. g. the German Product Safety Act—ProdSG). Contrary to this, such products may also be displayed at fairs and exhibitions as do not yet comply with the fundamental safety requirements. In suchcases, however, a sign must be attached to the product indicating that it may only be marketed in the
EU and the European Economic Area (EEA) upon compliance with all relevant legal requirements, orthat the product is only intended for export to non-EU states and non-EEA states.
The exhibitor authorizes Messe München GmbH with the approval of the relevant authorities to publicly
declare on its behalf that the conformity evaluation procedures have not yet been concluded in connection with such exhibits as do not have the prescribed CE coding, and that these exhibits do not
yet comply with the formal and safety provisions of the relevant regulations and may not be sold orpurchased in the countries of the EU and EEA until such time as they comply with these regulations.
Products may (and must) be provided with CE coding only when they are subject to specific EU directives
prescribing such CE coding. For such products, a conformity assessment must be conducted, technicaldocuments verifying conformity prepared, an EU conformity declaration issued and the CE coding
attached. Operating instructions, safety information, etc. in the user’s national language are to beprovided or attached.
Any precautions necessary for the protection of persons must be taken by stand personnel in connection
with demonstration activities.
The stand personnel is also responsible for ensuring that no machines are activated without authorization.
5.8.2.1. Safety devices
Machinery and equipment components may only be operated if all relevant safety devices are inplace. The standard safety devices can be replaced by a secure covering made of organic glass oranother suitable, transparent material.
Where equipment is not operated, the safety devices can be removed to give visitors a clearer viewof the design and construction of the otherwise covered components.
The safety devices must then be clearly displayed next to the machine.
5.8.2.2. Test procedures
The exhibited technical equipment will be inspected for its accident prevention and safety characteristics
by the relevant supervisory authority—the Factory Inspectorate—together where necessary with therelevant technical committees of the Employers’ Liability Insurance Association and for its compliancewith the relevant safety requirements. Exhibitors are advised to have their EU Conformity Declaration
available on the stand for CE coding verification purposes. If in doubt, exhibitors should contact therelevant authorities in good time prior to commencement of the event.

5.8.2.3. Operating ban
Furthermore, Messe München GmbH is entitled to prohibit the operation of machinery, equipment
and other devices at any time Messe München GmbH deems it to constitute a risk for persons and /or property.
5.8.2.4. Additional safety measures
All work devices and construction equipment must have currently undergone an inspection pursuant
to the Industrial Safety Directive (BetrSichV). No unsecured loads may be lifted above persons. For
further information with regard to loads above persons at events, kindly refer to DGUV Information
215-313 “Loads above persons.” Moreover, technical or organizational measures must be taken toguarantee that the uncontrolled lowering of parts of the devices / loads is impossible should a hydraulicsystem or traction drive fail. This can be done, for example, by cordoning off the area of risk, using ahose rupture protection device or mechanical locking device for supporting hydraulic cylinders. The
exhibitor is responsible for stand safety and the safe operation of all exhibits and must be able toprovide verification if required. The trade fair company reserves the right, in justified cases, to havethe equipment inspected on site by a qualified person at the expense of the exhibitor.
5.8.3. Pressure containers
5.8.3.1. Acceptance certificatesPressure containers may only be operated on the stand if the tests / acceptance inspections requiredby the Operating Safety Directive (BetrSichV) have been carried out on them. Any proof of testing(certificates and / or recordings) issued as a result should be kept on the stand near the pressure
container concerned and presented at the request of the relevant supervisory authorities.
5.8.3.2. TestingIn addition to the presentation of a valid structural and test certificate (EC conformity declaration andany other necessary documents in German and English), an acceptance test must also be conductedon site. If applied for in good time, four weeks prior to the commencement of the trade show at thelatest, pressure containers subject to testing may be put through the acceptance test by the TechnicalInspectorate up to one day prior to the commencement of the event.
Inquiries in connection with this are to be addressed to Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition
Services Division.
A person responsible for the pressure container must be present on the exhibition stand.
5.8.3.3. Rental equipment
If hired equipment is used on the stand, the above regulations apply accordingly. Above all, any proofof testing issued (see Item 5.8.3.1.) should be kept on the stand near the pressure container concernedand presented at the request of the relevant supervisory authorities.
5.8.3.4. Verification
The requisite acceptance certificates should be available on the stand for Factory Inspectorate
verification purposes.
5.8.4. Exhaust gases and vapors
Vapors and gases which are emitted by exhibits and equipment and are flammable, toxic or merely
unpleasant for event participants may not be released in the halls, but must be fed out into the open
air via appropriate piping in accordance with the provisions of the German Emissions Control Act.
5.8.5. Exhaust systems
Such vapors and gases as are flammable, toxic or merely unpleasant for event participants must be
fed off via appropriate exhaust piping. The ducting may only be installed by Messe München GmbHor a contractor appointed by it. A ground plan indicating the required position of the ducting should be
attached to the ordering media.
5.9. Use of compressed gases, liquid gases, flammable liquids, fuel pastes and other fuels
As a general rule, the use of compressed gases, liquid gases and flammable liquids is prohibited.
Special approval to be applied for via the form “Application for Preventive Fire Protection” can be
granted by the Munich Municipal Fire Department. The prerequisite for special approval by the­Municipal Fire Department is that these compressed gases, liquid gases or flammable liquids are
required for the operation or demonstration of exhibits. There is no entitlement to the granting ofspecial approval.
Empty cylinders in which compressed gases, liquid gases or flammable liquids were contained may
not be kept or stored on the stand or in the hall. Only empty cylinders may be used for such equipment
and installations as are not operated for demonstration purposes. These must be marked as such ina clearly visible way.
The storage of such items in the hall is generally prohibited. An officially approved PG 6 fire ex­tinguisher in accordance with DIN 14406 or DIN EN 3 is to be kept on the stand.
5.9.1. Compressed and liquid gas installations
5.9.1.1. Approval of compressed gas cylinders
The storage and use of liquid gas or other flammable or non-flammable gases in compressed gas
cylinders, compressed gas packs or tanks is prohibited without the written approval of Messe
München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division. Compressed gas cylinders must be protected against impact, falling over, and access by unauthorized parties and heating up in accordancewith the relevant accident prevention regulations. Toxic gases may not be used.
5.9.1.2. Use of liquid gas
The use of liquid gas for heating and cooking purposes is prohibited.
Should liquid gas be nevertheless required, only one liquid gas cylinder with a capacity of up to 11 kg
per exhibition stand may be set up after approval has been granted by the exhibition company. The
liquid gas cylinder in use must be protected against access by unauthorized parties and heating up
by keeping it in a fully enclosed, properly labelled metal cabinet (yellow sign with a black “G”) withbase ventilation.
5.9.1.3. Installation and maintenance
The setup and maintenance of liquid gas installations is subject to compliance with the “TechnicalRules Governing Liquid Gas” DVFG-TRF 2012 (publisher: DVGW Deutscher Verein des Gas- undWasserfaches e.V. and DVFG Deutscher Verband Flüssiggase e.V.) and DGUV Regulation 79 “Useof Liquid Gas.” 5.7.1.1. should be noted. An explosion protection document pursuant to art. 3 and art.
5 of the Operation Safety Directive must be drawn up and submitted by the operator of the installation
when applying for approval. Each gas-driven consumer appliance must be equipped directly with ashut-off valve that is readily accessible at all times. The entire installation is to be checked by a­specialist (qualified person) pursuant to DGUV principle 310-005.
5.9.1.4. Pressure equipment directive
The provisions of the Operational Safety Directive and the Pressure Equipment Directive of September 27, 2002, BGBl. I, p. 3806 in the version valid at the given time are binding and require com­pliance.

5.9.2. Flammable liquids
The storage of flammable liquids is generally prohibited. Operations-related exceptions are to becoordinated with Messe München GmbH at an early stage; written approval is required. DGUV rule113-001 and the corresponding documents as well as the instructions on the safety data sheet all
require compliance. The amount kept on the stand may not exceed the amount needed for a day’s
operations. Notification of filling activities is required. They may only be conducted in compliance withthe technical safety regulations outside visitor hours. Empty cylinders must be removed from the hall
immediately. The storage of flammable and / or explosive detergents in the hall is prohibited. The ban
on smoking requires strict compliance. The use of dummies is prescribed for the purpose of exhibiting
large quantities.
5.10. Hazardous substances
The usage of hazardous substances and building materials containing hazardous substances must
be coordinated with the exhibition organizer. Compliance is required to this end with the Hazardous
Substance Protection Act (Chemicals Act), BGBl I, part I, page 1,703, in conjunction with the Chemicals Prohibition Regulation (ChemVerbotsV) and the Hazardous Substance Regulation (GefStoffV).
The relevant safety data sheet and risk assessment must be available for presentation or submission
by the exhibitor.
5.11. Assembly rooms / Show areas
Presentations and acoustic advertising require Messe München GmbH’s prior approval and mustoccur in such a way as not to disturb any neighboring exhibitors. The noise level at the stand perimetermay not exceed 70 dB(A). Despite having given its prior approval, Messe München GmbH is entitled
to restrict or prohibit such presentations as cause noise, visual disturbance or, for other reasons,constitute a significant risk or disturbance to the event or its participants. The regulations stipulatedby the relevant authorities must be observed.
Naked flames, open fires and actions constituting a fire risk are prohibited. Any exceptions to thisruling require the approval of Munich Municipal Fire Department. Electric switching systems may not
be accessible to visitors.
To the extent that 200 or more seats need to be arranged, the total number of seats and the escape /rescue routes must be shown in a separate plan (seating plan scale 1:200) to be submitted to Messe
München GmbH in triplicate, whereby the width of the escape / rescue routes is to be based on the
maximum number of persons the room can accommodate and sized accordingly. A copy of the plan
approved for the given usage should be displayed in a clearly visible location near the main ­entrance
to the assembly room concerned. Partitioned assembly rooms must offer users an un­obstructed lineof sight in the direction of escape towards the nearest emergency escape / rescue route. Assemblyrooms that can be accessed or exited via another partitioned room only (“trapped” assembly rooms)
are prohibited. All measures that compromise a clear line of sight in the direction of escape of thenearest emergency escape / rescue route or its accessibility are prohibited. Messe München GmbH
reserves the right to impose any safety- or fire protection-related demands that may become additionallynecessary until such time as stands undergo official acceptance (see Item 4.4.4.).
Messe München GmbH reserves the right to impose additional conditions should the need arise.
The Assembly Place Directive (VStättV) applying at the given time (with particular regard to theoperating requirements in part 4 with paras. 31 through 43, as well as para. 10 sect. 1, para. 14 sect. 3
and para. 19 sect. 6) requires compliance.
The width of the escape / rescue routes in assembly rooms is to be based on the maximum numberof persons the room can accommodate and sized accordingly. The width clearance of each sectionof any given emergency rescue route must amount to at least 1.20 m per 200 persons. Graduatedincreases are only allowed in steps of 0.60 m. The required width of the given rescue routes must be
verifiably calculated through to the circulation areas.
Exits in darkened rooms must be lit adequately (signs according to DIN EN ISO 7010 or ASR A1.3).
Curtains in the vicinity of the exits must open easily to the minimum exit width prescribed, end 10 cm
above the floor and be extremely flame retardant. They are to be provided with a colored marking
along the vertical edges used for opening and closing. They may not be sealed (tied together orsimilar) during operating hours. Applications should be submitted via the “Application for Preventive
Fire Protection Measures” form in the ordering media for exhibitor services.
Assembly rooms must have at least two exits leading directly to the hall aisles. These exits should belocated as far apart from each other as possible.
Seats arranged in rows must be fixed so they cannot be moved; any chairs arranged temporarily are
to be firmly interconnected into rows. Seats must be at least 0.50 m wide. A width clearance of at least
0.40 m must be provided between the rows of seats. Seats arranged in blocks may comprise no morethan 30 rows. Aisles with a minimum width of 1.20 m must be provided behind and between theblocks. No more than ten seats may be arranged at the side of an aisle. The seating plan must show
places for both sitting and standing. The path from a seat at a table to the nearest aisle may not exceed
10 m. The distance between the tables should not be less than 1.50 m. The places for wheelchair users
are to be marked separately.
Doors located on escape and rescue routes in assembly rooms must open out in the direction of escapeand may have no thresholds. During the time in which persons stay in assembly rooms, the doors of
the respective escape and rescue routes must be able to be opened from inside easily and to their full
width at all times. In the case of show areas as defined in the Assembly Place Directive (VStättV) valid
at the given time, a person responsible for event systems or an event system specialist (pursuant toparagraphs 39 and 40 in the Assembly Place Directive) is to be notified by name to Messe MünchenGmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division.
5.12. Radiation protection
5.12.1. Radioactive materials
The use of radioactive materials is only possible with a special permit and Messe München GmbH’s
approval. The permit must be applied for via the appropriate authorities in accordance with the Radiation
Protection Directive and submitted to Messe München GmbH at least six weeks prior to commencementof the given event. Insofar as a permit has been issued, the exhibitor must prove that the intended useof radioactive materials at the trade fair center is covered by the permit concerned.
See the Application for Preventive Fire Protection Measures form in the ordering media for exhibitor
services for further information.
5.12.2. X-ray equipment and spurious radiation equipment
The operation of X-ray and spurious radiation equipment requires a special permit and Messe MünchenGmbH’s approval. The Directive on the Prevention of Damage by X-rays (RöV) must be observed.
The operation of X-ray and spurious radiation equipment is subject to mandatory approval or notification
pursuant to Sections 3, 4, 5 and 8 of the RöV. The relevant authority for Munich as the exhibition
venue is the Munich State Factory Inspectorate to which the applications for approval or notification mustbe submitted. Notification must be submitted via the “Registration of Laser and X-Ray Equipment”
form in the ordering media for exhibitor services.

5.12.3. Laser equipment
The operation of laser equipment requires a special permit and Messe München GmbH’s approval.
Notification of the operation of laser equipment is to be submitted to the relevant authority in accordancewith DGUV Regulation 11 via the “Registration of Laser and X-Ray Equipment” form.
The operation of laser equipment will be checked by an independent inspector. The laser equipment
may only be used if the conditions stipulated by the independent inspector are complied with.
5.13. H igh-frequency equipment, radio systems, electromagnetic compatibility and harmonics(dirty power)
The operation of high-frequency equipment, radio systems and electromagnetic fields requires a
special permit and Messe München GmbH’s approval.
The operation of high-frequency equipment and radio systems is only permitted if it complies withthe provisions of the Telecommunication Installations Act (BGBl I) and the Electromagnetic Compatibility of Equipment Act (EMVG).
The use of paging systems, microport equipment, two-way radio intercom equipment and telecontrol
equipment is subject to approval by the Telecommunications and Post Regulatory Authority. A copyof the approval documents issued by the Regulatory Authority is to be submitted to Messe MünchenGmbH in good time prior to the commencement of the given event.
Moreover, the operation of high-frequency equipment and radio systems is only permitted if a sufficiently
large frequency gap is verifiably left between the frequencies / applications they use and those alreadyin use at the trade fair center. This verification must be submitted to Messe München GmbH. Details
regarding the frequencies / applications in use at the trade fair center are available from Messe
München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division.
In case exhibits are shown or stand decorations used, in which electrical, magnetic or electromagnetic
fields are generated, the provisions of the Twenty-sixth Ordinance for the Implementation of theFederal Immission Control Act must be adhered to. Electrical installations or exhibits and the exhibition stands are to be designed in such a way as to prevent the power supply network of the exhibition
facility being affected by unacceptably high harmonic oscillations (dirty power) (see item 5.3.3.).
5.14. Cranes, forklift trucks, exhibition goods, packaging, goods consignments
The forwarding agents under contract to Messe München GmbH, hereinafter termed “official forwarding
agents,” exercise sole forwarding agent rights at the trade fair center e. g. transportation of exhibits,
stand structures, etc. to the stands incl. provision of any auxiliary and work equipment (forklift trucks,
cranes, work platforms, etc.) required as well as customs clearance for temporary or permanent
importation purposes. Only official forwarding agents may be appointed to render the forwarding
agent services mentioned at the trade fair center. In special cases approval must be obtained from
Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division.
Messe München GmbH assumes no liability whatsoever for any risks arising from the activities of theofficial forwarding agents. No empty goods or packaging of any kind may be stored on the stands.
The exhibitor is not entitled to designate Messe München GmbH as the consignee for goods consignments (exhibition goods, stand-building materials, information material and the like) or any otherconsignments that are not meant for Messe München GmbH but for the exhibitor or a third party.
Messe München GmbH is entitled but not obliged at the expense and risk of the given exhibitor andagainst reimbursement of all the costs incurred to accept and store such consignments or appoint an
official forwarding agent to store them, above all in respect of exhibition goods and packaging. No claims
can be asserted against Messe München GmbH to the effect that it accepted such consignments
without checking their condition and completeness, did not check the cargo and forwarding-agent
invoices issued or did not store or keep the given goods correctly.
5.15. Musical renditions
For all types of musical and audio-visual renditions, permission is required from the German
Performing Rights Society (GEMA) in accordance with the statutory provisions of the Copyright Act.
Any non-approved musical playback may be subject to claims for damages being asserted by GEMA
(Section 97 of Copyright Act). Kindly address your applications and enquiries to:www.gema.de/fileadmin/user_upload/Musiknutzer/Informationen/information_messe_e.pdf
5.16. Beverage dispensing systems
For the installation and operation of beverage dispensing systems on the stand, the relevant statutory
legislation, above all the provisions of the Beverage Dispensing Systems Directive (TRSK) 400
No. 3.3.1. and No. 3.3.2. and the Operating Safety Directive (BetrSichV) must be observed.
Further information can be found in the Notice “Registration of Beverage Dispensing Equipment /Notification of Intention to Serve Food and Beverages.”
5.17. Food supervision
In connection with the distribution of food samples for immediate consumption and the on-site sale offood and beverages, the relevant statutory legislation, above all the provisions of the Food Hygiene
Directive must be observed.
As far as the commercial preparation or distribution of food is concerned, the exhibitor must observe
the provisions of the Infection Prevention Act. It is up to the exhibitor to inform himself about all relevant
regulations, including those stipulated by local safety authorities, and to observe them. Further information can be found in the Notice “Registration of Beverage Dispensing Equipment / Notification ofIntention to Serve Food and Beverages.”
5.18. Disturbance due to exhibition goods
Exhibition goods that, by virtue of their appearance, smell, noise, vibration or similar characteristics,
constitute a significant disturbance to the running of the given event, and above all put event participantsor third-party objects at considerable risk or impinge upon them, are to be removed immediately at
Messe München GmbH’s request. This obligation of the exhibitor concerned still applies even if heindicated such characteristics in his application and his application was approved. Should the exhibitor
fail to meet his obligation by not immediately removing the exhibition goods causing the disturbance,
Messe München GmbH is entitled to remove the exhibition goods concerned at the expense and riskof the exhibitor or close down his stand without the exhibitor being entitled to claim damages from
Messe München GmbH or the relevant organizer. In such cases, Messe München GmbH decides
when the stand that has been closed down should be dismantled.
If a fair, exhibition or other event is not organized by Messe München GmbH but by another organizer,
the organizer concerned is entitled to exercise Messe München GmbH’s rights described above.
6. Environmental protection
Messe München GmbH is committed to the protection of the environment.
The exhibitor undertakes to ensure that he and his sub-contractors fully comply with all environmental
protection-related regulations and requirements.
At the trade fair center, such materials and products as are characterized by their durability, repair
friendliness and recyclability, as produce less waste or waste that is easier to dispose of and / or as
are made of residual materials or waste should be used to the greatest possible extent.

One-way tableware for catering purposes is to be avoided. Beverages should be purchased in re­
usable containers (deposit bottles) as far as possible. However, if disposable tableware is used in exceptional circumstances, only ecologically safe materials may be used, i.e., degradable without harmful effects on groundwater or which can be burnt in waste incinerators without generating residues
harmful to the environment.
6.1. Waste management
Pursuant to the Recycling Management Act, the Industrial Waste Directive (GewAbfV) and the
Waste Framework Directive (Directive 2008/98/EG with amendments via Directive (EU) 2018/851),
the prime aim is to avoid generating waste at trade fair centers during the stand setup period, theduration of the fair and the dismantling period.
Exhibitors and their contractors are obliged to contribute to this in every phase of the event. This aim
must be pursued at all times, even in the planning stage, and coordinated with all parties involved.
As a general rule, only such materials as can be recycled and pollute the environment as little aspossible are to be used for stand construction and operation purposes.
6.1.1. Waste disposal
The exhibitor may only appoint Messe München GmbH to dispose of its waste at the exhibition center.
The exhibitor is to ensure that its contractors only appoint Messe München GmbH to dispose of theirwaste at the trade fair center.
Messe München GmbH is entitled to appoint its contractors to dispose of waste at the trade faircenter.
Any materials left behind may be disposed of, without verification of their value, at the exhibitor’s
expense for an increased fee.
6.1.2. Hazardous waste
The exhibitor is obliged to register with Messe München GmbH in good time for disposal such waste as
is by virtue of its nature, characteristics or quantity particularly hazardous to health or the environment,
explosive or easily inflammable (e. g. batteries, varnishes, solvents, lubricants, machine oils, coolants,
printing dyes and inks, paints), together with the relevant data safety sheet details.
6.1.3. Waste brought to the exhibition center
Such materials and waste as are not used or generated in connection with the given event in the standconstruction or dismantling periods or its actual duration may not be brought to the trade fair center.
6.1.4. Waste disposal fees
Waste registered for disposal will be disposed of by Messe München GmbH at the prices valid at thetime of the event. Messe München GmbH reserves the right to demand higher charges for the disposalof mixed waste than for fully presorted, recyclable materials.
For such waste generated by the exhibitor or his contractors as has not been registered with Messe
München GmbH for disposal, Messe München GmbH is entitled to charge lump-sum compensation
equating double the charge it would have raised for disposal of the same quantity of mixed waste.
Messe München GmbH’s right to claim further compensation remains unaffected. The exhibitor may
demand a reduction in the lump-sum compensation if he proves that Messe München GmbH has
incurred less damage. Waste generated by the exhibitor or his customers is considered to be all such
waste as is located on the exhibitor’s stand, unless he can prove that the waste has not been generated
by him or his contractors.
All such objects as are located on the exhibitor’s stand after the exhibitor has recognizably left thestand will be treated as waste generated by the exhibitor or his contractors not registered with Messe
München GmbH for disposal unless the exhibitor proves that the these objects were neither in his nor
in the possession of his contractors during the entire period of the event, including stand setup anddismantling times.
The exhibitor has the option during the dismantling period stated in the Terms of Participation, between
08:00 and 17:00, of having the due and proper clearance of his exhibition stand confirmed by Messe
München GmbH.
6.2. Water, wastewater, ground protection
6.2.1. Oil / Grease separators
Exhibitors producing, processing, demonstrating or serving food or other goods containing oil and /or grease in quantities exceeding those of a standard household nature are prior to the disposal of thefood and goods concerned to collect the accumulated oil and grease separate from other waste inappropriate containers provided on request upon payment of a charge by Messe München GmbH andto place them on the perimeter of their stands ready for collection by Messe München GmbH.
Exhibitors with dishwashers or other kitchen equipment on their exhibition stands as are not of astandard household nature must drain off the wastewater generated on their stands via oil / grease
separators. The order form for the installation of an oil / grease separator is available on request from
Messe München GmbH’s Technical Exhibition Services Division.
6.2.2. Cleaning / Detergents
Messe München GmbH organizes the cleaning of the areas of general access and other relevant
areas at the exhibition center to the extent that they are not leased to exhibitors or other third parties.
Exhibitors are responsible for cleaning their exhibition stands. This must be carried out and completed
every day prior to the commencement of the fair or event. If exhibitors do not have the cleaning work
performed by their own personnel, they must appoint Messe München GmbH-accredited contractors
only for this purpose. Such cleaning contractors as are not accredited by Messe München GmbH will
be requested to leave the exhibition area.
Only biologically degradable products may be used for cleaning work. Any liquids, substances orother materials as are absolutely essential for cleaning the stand and / or cleaning, operating andmaintaining exhibits, should be used so professionally and correctly that no harm is caused to theenvironment. Residual materials including any aids (e. g. impregnated cleaning wool) used are to becorrectly disposed of as special waste. Any detergents containing harmful solvents may only be usedin exceptional circumstances in accordance with the relevant regulations.
6.3. Environmental damage
Messe München GmbH must be notified immediately of any environmental damage / pollution (caused
by e. g. petrol, oil, solvents, paint).

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