If you’ve been to the Pumper & Cleaner Expo, you know how hard it can be to ferret out the truly new products. Some exhibitors highlight them prominently; others don’t. I know this because it’s part of my job at the Expo to discover what’s new. It’s difficult in part just because the show is so big.

Well, your Expo life just got easier. This year a special area has been set aside for only the newest products – items never displayed at the show before. You’ll find it clearly marked outside the main exhibit hall.

In a bit of a break with tradition, the new-product display will be open during Education Day (Wednesday, Feb. 24) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.. So if you’re between seminars of interest, you’ll have a chance to stop in and check it out. The area will also be open during regular exhibit hours (9-5 Thursday and Friday, and 9-3 Saturday).

And speaking of making life easier, be sure to check out the Interactive Floor Plan at www.pumpershow.com. It lets your search for exhibits, products, and seminars from the comfort of your home or office, long before you leave for Louisville. It even lets you create a custom itinerary in advance, so you and your team can use your Expo time to the best advantage.

Remember, early registration for the Expo continues until January 22. In honor of the show’s 30th Anniversary, early registration is just $30 per person.