Orbus Visual Communications® is a 22-year old company with a proven track record of growth, excellence and business building. Since its modest beginnings in April of 2001, Orbus has grown to be the largest exhibit and display manufacturer and graphics producer in North America.
With over 4,000 off-the-shelf display products, extensive custom exhibit solutions and services, and superior display graphic printing capabilities, Orbus is the trade’s go-to supplier for all things signs, displays, exhibits and graphics. In addition, Orbus employs hundreds of talented professionals, driven and eager to maintain the company’s mission, which is to become and remain one of the country's leading trade suppliers of everything tradeshow exhibits and displays, from portable to custom.
2001
Orbus is launched
Staff of 3
2 PRODUCTS
2001
2001
2002
Merged with Paul Person Graphics
Orbus relocates to Northwest Side of Chicago
Ultima Displays is formed in Canada
22 PRODUCTS
2002
2002
2003
2003
The Exhibitors' Handbook is introduced
50 PRODUCTS
2003
2005
Orbus plans for relocation
Orbus reaches 60 employees Ultima expands operations & starts UV graphic printing
100+ PRODUCTS
2005
2005
2006
2006
Recognized as America's Top 5 market leader
2006
Agreement for newly-constructed facility
2007
Ultima Canada starts wide format fabric printing SignPro Systems launched
2007
2007
SPS provides affordable, modular wayfinding signage to the trade. From wall frames to self-standing pylon directories and everything in between, SignPro offers the directional indoor signage your clients need.
2009
2009
Origin launched
2009
The Origin division was introduced, offering a coordinated family of Formulate tension fabric exhibits, architectural structures, solutions and graphics.
2010
Orbus merges with Nimlok
Addition of 150,000 sq. ft. facility
300,000+ sq. ft. total space
175+ Employees 300+ PRODUCTS
2010
2010
2011
2011
Addition of 56,000 sq. ft. facility in Las Vegas, Nevada
Shop.Orbus365.com is launched
2011
Achieved G7 Master Print Certification
2014
Illinois operations consolidated into 350,000 sq. ft. facility in Woodridge
2014
2014
Ultima Canada expands & relocates
2015
Orbus introduced over 100 off-the-shelf rental exhibit solutions and a new rental exhibit services program.
2015
2015
2016
2016
Orbus added over 60 new employees in sales, marketing, exhibit design, CAD, graphics and more.
2016
2017
2017
2017
Orbus doubles its display graphic print capability in August of 2017.
Introduction of The Promo Handbook division.
2018
2018
2018
Orbus continues growth and its initiatives in technology, product development and environmental efforts. It diverts 90% of its total waste from going into landfills per its continuous environmental efforts and focus.
2019
2019
Tenex Capital Management invests in Orbus in November.
2019
Orbus celebrates 20 years of ISO certification.
2020
In response to the Covid-19 worldwide health pandemic, Orbus introduces the PPE Handbook Catalog, including 200 new PPE products.
2020
2020
Orbus acquires Fabric Images to become the leader in fabric structures, fabric architecture and fabric printing in North America. The merger combines Orbus’ world-class service, quality, print capability and extensive product portfolio with Fabric Images’ expertise in creating innovative, award-winning, custom fabric architectural solutions.
2022
SEG Systems, based in Charlotte, North Carolina, specializes in the engineering, design, and manufacture of lightboxes, merchandising and display systems, and highly creative solutions to bolster brands.
Orbus announces its acquisition of SEG Systems & Services
2022
2022
SEG Systems, based in Charlotte, North Carolina, specializes in the engineering, design, and manufacture of lightboxes, merchandising and display systems, and highly creative solutions to bolster brands.
Orbus proudly announces a name change from Orbus Exhibit & Display Group® to Orbus Visual Communications®, reflecting the company’s expanded capability, offering, and commitment to meeting the evolving visual communication needs of its valued clients in events, interiors, and retail.
Ultima Displays Canada changes its name to Orbus Visual Communications, signifying homogeneity and strength across North America.