Exhibition & truss furniture

Truss Furniture for Trade Fair & Stage — Your Specialist Overview

Truss furniture turns the unmistakable look of aluminium trusses into functional pieces for your booth or stage. At LTT you set your presentation in scene with robust bar stools, standing tables, counters and DJ consoles that combine industrial character with genuine load capacity.

As your specialist for event technology, we supply furniture that is quick to assemble, easy to transport and built to last through countless events. Whether you are equipping a trade-fair stand, a stage or a club bar, you will find the optimal solution here.

Every piece pairs lightweight aluminium construction with hard-wearing wooden surfaces — for beautiful and durable results you can rely on show after show.

What Is Truss Furniture? Fundamentals and Definition

Truss furniture describes seating, tables and display pieces built from aluminium truss tube — the same modular system otherwise used to rig lighting, sound and video. Instead of hanging fixtures, the truss becomes the visible structural frame of a stool, table or counter, deliberately showing off its characteristic lattice look.

How it differs from standard furniture

Unlike conventional trade-fair or catering furniture, truss furniture is not made from steel tube frames or plywood carcasses. The defining element is genuine event-grade aluminium truss — for example Naxpro-Truss FD or HD tube — combined with solid or natural wood surfaces and steel base plates for stability. This gives you three clear advantages: authentic visual integration into truss trade-fair stands, notably lower weight for frequent transport, and modular compatibility with existing rigging components.

Where it sits in the range

Truss furniture is a distinct category, separate from decorative trussing, complete truss stands or stage decks. The pieces are self-contained items — a bar stool, a standing table, a trade-fair counter, a lectern, a TV stand or a DJ booth — designed to be used, moved and stored repeatedly. Because they rely on statically calculated truss profiles, they carry real, verifiable load capacity rather than merely imitating the truss aesthetic. That is exactly what separates professional truss furniture from cheap look-alike decor.

Furniture Types & Variants: Bar Stools, Standing Tables, Counters, Lecterns & Stands

The range of truss furniture covers almost every furnishing need for booth and stage. Below you find the main types and variants you can choose from.

Seating

• Bar stools in classic truss look, typically around 80 cm total seat height, with a wooden seat surface (often 30–36 cm diameter) and a foot rest ring for comfortable, upright seating at bar tables and counters.
• Retro-style chairs for a more design-led, lounge atmosphere.

Tables and counters

• Standing / bar tables built on truss tube, ideal for reception zones and networking areas at a trade-fair stand.
• Trade-fair counters (Messetheken) — larger multi-tube constructions, e.g. roughly 210 × 110 × 140 cm, that serve as info desks, checkout points or bar fronts.

Display and presentation

• Lecterns (Rednerpulte) with grooved aluminium shelves for speeches and presentations.
• Catalogue stands for brochures and printed material.
• TV stands with base plate and VESA truss brackets for LCD/plasma screens up to around 45 kg.

DJ furniture

• DJ consoles and booths, including foldable truss constructions, with optional plates, tubes and front panels to configure a booth that fits your gear and delivers a real wow effect on stage.

Materials & Build Quality: Aluminium Truss Tube and Wood Surfaces

The performance of truss furniture stands or falls with its materials, and this is where quality becomes visible and tangible.

Aluminium for lightweight strength

The load-bearing frames use event-grade aluminium truss tube. Aluminium is the ideal material for furniture that is transported and stored again and again: it keeps the weight low while its statically calculated profiles provide the necessary rigidity. The polished aluminium surface also amplifies the visual impact and integrates seamlessly into an aluminium truss trade-fair stand.

Wood surfaces for comfort and finish

Seat tops and table tops are made from natural or solid wood, which contrasts warmly with the cool aluminium. Typical bar-stool seats use a wooden top around 35 mm thick for durability under repeated use. On lecterns and catalogue stands you will often find grooved aluminium shelves that resist wear and keep documents from sliding.

Robust, low-maintenance and stable

Truss furniture is robust and low-maintenance by design. Steel base plates — for example a galvanised multi-base around 800 × 800 × 15 mm — add weight where stability matters, while foot rest rings on stools and base plates on TV stands prevent tipping. In its compact construction, truss furniture is highly load-bearing and built for the demands of professional application.

Technical Specifications & Load Capacity: Naxpro-Truss FD, HD and GS Tube Systems

As a manufacturer with its own production in Germany, LTT can detail exactly which truss profiles sit behind its furniture — a level of technical transparency competitors rarely offer.

Naxpro-Truss tube systems at a glance

The GS94 system additionally uses diagonal tubes of 40 × 3 mm for extra rigidity. These are the same profiles used in professional rigging, which is why truss furniture carries real, verifiable strength rather than a decorative imitation.

Load capacity and safety accessories

Working load limits are statically calculated and TÜV-tested. TV brackets typically carry LCD/plasma screens from 37–60 inches up to around 45 kg. Safety is built in with a safety cable to DGUV Vorschrift 17 (formerly BGV C1), 60 cm × 5 mm, rated up to 45 kg, plus half-couplers rated to around 100 kg for secure mounting. When you choose furniture built on these systems, you know the specified load capacity is engineered, documented and dependable.

Safety & Standards: WLL, DGUV Vorschrift 17, EN 1090 and TÜV SüD

For professional trade-fair and stage buyers, safety is not a detail — it is a purchase-decision factor. Truss furniture built on genuine event trusses meets the same standards as load-bearing rigging.

The relevant norms

• WLL (Working Load Limit): the maximum load a component may safely carry, defined per profile and connector. Always plan your setup so the actual load stays clearly below the WLL.
• DGUV Vorschrift 17 (formerly BGV C1): the German accident-prevention rule for event and production venues. The included safety cable (60 cm × 5 mm, up to 45 kg) exists precisely to satisfy this requirement on TV stands and suspended elements.
• EN 1090: the European standard for the execution of load-bearing aluminium and steel structures, underpinning the manufacturing quality of Naxpro-Truss profiles.
• TÜV SüD: independent testing that confirms the statically calculated load capacity of the truss systems.

Why it matters for you

Base plates and foot rest rings provide stability against tipping, while statically calculated truss profiles guarantee the frame itself. Choosing standard-compliant truss furniture protects your visitors, your staff and your liability — a decisive advantage over generic look-alike furniture with no verified figures.

Application Scenarios: Trade-Fair Stands, Stages, Bars, Clubs & DJ Setups

Truss furniture is at home wherever a professional, cohesive look meets real functional demands. Below you find the main application scenarios.

Trade-fair stands

On a trade-fair stand, truss furniture creates a harmonious overall picture: counters welcome visitors, standing tables host conversations and catalogue stands present your printed material. Because the pieces echo the truss architecture of the booth itself, everything integrates into one consistent brand image. Combine them with our truss systems and truss trade-fair stands for a complete look.

Stages and events

On stage, lecterns and TV stands support presentations, conferences and worship services, while the industrial aesthetic reinforces a modern show design. The lightweight aluminium construction makes fast changeovers between events easy.

Bars, clubs and discos

In stylish bars and discos, truss bar stools and standing tables set optical highlights and underline an edgy, upscale ambience. Their robust build stands up to nightly use.

DJ performances

For DJs, a truss console or booth is the centrepiece of the set. Foldable consoles pack down for transport, while plates, tubes and front panels let you configure a booth around your controllers, mixer and screens — delivering a striking stage presence and beautiful results.

Buying Guide: Choosing the Right Size, System & Brand

Competitors list dimensions, but rarely help you choose. This buying guide walks you through the decisions that actually matter for booth ergonomics and stage planning.

Match the height to the use

• Bar stool: around 80 cm total seat height pairs correctly with a bar/standing table. Check that the foot rest ring sits comfortably for your average visitor.
• Standing table: plan roughly 105–110 cm working height for comfortable standing conversation.
• Counter: choose the width by function — a compact info point versus a full reception counter around 210 cm long.

Stand vs. stage ergonomics

For a trade-fair stand, prioritise space planning and quick assembly: leave enough clearance for visitor flow and choose pieces that fold or dismantle for storage. For a stage or DJ setup, prioritise stability and load: a base plate and a heavier profile (HD31–44) keep everything steady under movement and equipment weight.

Choose the right truss system

For light display pieces, an FD21–24 (35 mm) profile is enough. For counters and TV stands, FD31–44 (50 mm) is the standard. For heavy-duty or ground-support-grade builds, step up to HD31–44 (50 mm, 3 mm wall) or GS94 (60 mm, 5 mm wall). Match the truss system across your furniture and rigging so components stay compatible — that is the most cost-effective long-term choice.

Comparison: Naxpro-Truss vs. Global Truss vs. Alutruss/Duratruss Furniture Systems

Buyers frequently compare Naxpro-Truss and Global Truss before deciding. The comparison below highlights the differences in compatibility, look and price so you can pick with confidence.

How to read the comparison

If you already own a 50 mm F-series inventory, most furniture integrates smoothly across these brands. Choosing Naxpro-Truss gives you direct manufacturer support, documented specifications and consistent quality. Buying from LTT means you get expert advice on compatibility rather than guessing which parts fit.

Accessories for Truss Furniture: Base Plates, Brackets, Safety Cables & Panels

The right accessories turn a basic frame into a finished, safe and configurable piece. Below are the essentials to consider alongside your truss furniture.

Structural and safety accessories

• Base plates (e.g. galvanised multi-base around 800 × 800 × 15 mm) for stability on TV stands and lecterns.
• Safety cables to DGUV Vorschrift 17 (60 cm × 5 mm, up to 45 kg) for suspended elements and screens.
• Half-couplers / half-clamps (rated up to around 100 kg) to mount brackets and add-ons.

Configuration accessories

• VESA / LCD-plasma truss brackets for screens from 37–60 inches.
• DJ console parts — plates, tubes and front panels to build a booth around your setup.
• Grooved aluminium shelves for lecterns and catalogue stands.

For connectors, couplers and safety gear, browse our truss accessories and complete your setup with matching rigging components. Choosing accessories from the same system keeps everything compatible and compliant.

Transport, Assembly, Care & Maintenance of Reusable Truss Furniture

Truss furniture is designed to be set up, packed down and reused, so a few practical habits keep it looking and performing its best.

Transport and assembly

• Aluminium construction keeps individual pieces light enough for one or two people to handle.
• Foldable DJ consoles and dismantlable counters pack flat to save van and storage space.
• Assemble on a level surface and fit base plates first so the piece stays stable during build-up.
• Keep half-couplers and connectors together in a labelled case so nothing goes missing between events.

Care and maintenance

• Wipe aluminium tube with a soft, damp cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners that dull the finish.
• Treat wooden seat and table tops occasionally with a suitable wood-care product to protect against moisture and marks.
• Check couplers, screws and safety cables for wear before every use, and replace any component that shows damage.

Storage

Store truss furniture dry and stacked with base plates removed where possible. With proper care, well-built truss furniture delivers reliable results across years of professional use.

Brands & Manufacturers: Truss Furniture from Leading Names

At LTT you buy truss furniture from trusted, professional brands rather than anonymous imports. The core of the range is Naxpro-Truss — LTT's own brand, made in Germany, statically calculated and TÜV-tested, and the natural choice when you want manufacturer expertise behind every profile.

Alongside it, you will find recognised names for compatible furniture and components, including Global Truss, Alutruss and Riggatec for rigging accessories and safety gear. For TV stands and mounting solutions you can pair truss furniture with high-quality hardware from brands such as Manfrotto and König & Meyer.

All of these are professional-grade manufacturers whose products meet the standards demanded on stages and trade-fair stands. As your specialist, we help you match brands and systems so components stay interchangeable — that is how you protect your investment and avoid costly incompatibilities.

Related Categories & Further Options

Truss furniture works best as part of a complete setup, so it pays to explore the closely related categories in our range. Combine your furniture with our truss systems to build a coherent booth or stage, add truss accessories and safety gear for compliant mounting, and finish the look with stage decks and podiums. Together these categories let you plan a full, professional environment from a single specialist source.

LTT – Your Specialist for Event Technology

As a manufacturer with over 25 years of experience and our own production in Germany, we do more than sell truss furniture — we engineer and support it. With Naxpro-Truss made in Germany, statically calculated profiles and TÜV-tested load capacity, you get furniture that sets your stand or stage in scene while meeting professional safety standards.

Order with confidence: your truss furniture ships from Bocholt, Germany, backed by our 3-year LTT warranty, with free shipping from €69 and express delivery available where you need it fast. We ship worldwide through our international dealer network and offer wholesale conditions for resellers.

As your reliable partner for the optimal solution, we are here to help you choose the right system, sizes and accessories. Browse the range now and equip your next trade fair, stage or club with truss furniture built for beautiful, dependable results.

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