Custom Hardware Claw Machine

This is the real thing — a fully fabricated, physical claw machine custom built to your brand specs. Unlike our digital claw game experiences, this is an actual hardware unit with a working mechanical claw arm, branded cabinet, and a prize compartment stocked with your merch, swag, or giveaways. It’s one of the highest-draw activations on any trade showfloor — tactile, competitive, and endlessly photogenic.

Seen live at DDW 2026 as a custom two-player build, this machine stops foot traffic cold and turns your booth into the most talked-about spot at the show. A perfect fit for trade show booth game ideas and experiential marketing campaigns where you need something guests can physically interact with and win from.

KEY FEATURES

• Real mechanical claw arm — not a screen simulation
• Custom branded cabinet wrap — your colors, logos, and messaging
• Single or two-player head-to-head mode
• Prize compartment holds branded swag, merchandise, or sponsor items
• Built-in lead capture / prize management integration
• High-impact visual presence — stands 6–7ft tall on the show floor
• Reusable across multiple events

ADD-ONS

• Custom prize stock (branded merch, product samples, gift cards)
• Data capture & lead collection integration (Smart Engagement Platform)
• On-site staffing & game host
• Digital leaderboard display pairing
• Custom joystick or controller fabrication

SECTION 8 — TECHNICAL ELEMENTS

TECHNICAL ELEMENTS

• Space Requirement
  • Minimum 6ft W × 4ft D per unit (two-player unit: 10ft W × 4ft D)
  • Additional 3–4ft recommended in front for crowd queue
• Height
  • Approximately 6.5–7ft tall
• Weight
  • Approx. 200–350 lbs depending on configuration
• Power Requirement
  • (1) standard 110V / 15 amp outlet per unit
• Load-In Requirements
  • Standard single door minimum
  • Level surface / no steps
  • Freight elevator recommended for upper floors
• Setup Time
  • 1–2 hours
• Staff Required
  • 1 Elation technician for setup; optional on-site game host
• Internet
  • Required only if lead capture / data sync is enabled