Expertise built on 40 Years of Innovation

Our Legacy of Innovation

1974
The Beginning

Two Colleagues decide to start a P.O.P. firm in Palatine, IL. and Benchmarc is formed.
1980
GM Service Dealership

Benchmarc creates a new flexible program for General Motors Service Dealerships
1982
Modular Tire Stand

Innovating the new standard for tire displays, modular, durable and easily customizable
1985
Kellogg Cereal Dispenser

Designed for the masses, the Kellogg’s bulk cereal dispenser is distributed across cafeterias.
1991
The Beginning of Shop In Shops

Benchmarc transforms the traditional shopping aisle with on the the first shop -in-shop programs with enhanced fixtures.
1995
Microsoft Kiosk

Compact, high-tech and mobile.

Benchmarc creates interactive kiosks to share Microsoft’s range of products.
2004
Sherwin Williams Paint Display

Benchmarc becomes the leader in paint display innovation and manufacturing
2009
Unilever Scents

Designed to engage the senses, Benchmarc develops an revolutionary “scent sniffer” aroma sampler.
2011
Croc’s Modular Shop-in-Shops

With interchangeable components and graphics, Croc’s shop-in shops create are available in an array of sizes and configurations.
2012
Klipsch Sound Design

Benchmarc incorporates monitors and interactive technology for shoppers to learn and sample Klipsch’s speakers.
2015
Grohe Showrooms

Conceptualized to complement Grohe’s, Benchmarc helped launch a new display program for luxury kitchen and bath showrooms.
2016
Shure Demo Stations

Designed to be store in parts and pieces, Shure’s modular interactive displays are built to order, using the same components and assembled to order in custom configurations.
2018
True Value Color Library

The backbone of the paint aisle, the modular color carousels are shipped to hundreds of True Value stores.
2019
Athlete’s Foot Stores

Between floor and ceiling.

Benchmarc redesigns and redevelops all of the fixtures for Athlete’s Foot stores, shipping worldwides

Our Capabilities

Merchandising programs are more than just making a display

Starting from the concept we design and engineer for ease of shipment and installation, taking every opportunity to simply and offer cost-saving solutions in manufacturing, assembly, and storage.

Below is just a snapshot of some of our capabilities.

Design + Engineering
Prototyping
Domestic + Overseas Manufacturing
Parts + Fixture Storage
Custom Web Ordering
Shipping + Logistics

Our Process

That's FACT

The FACT System® is Benchmarc's exclusive metric for determining how a program will work to address the needs of the brand, fit the retail environment, and, most importantly, attract shoppers.

F

A

C

T

F: Function

Communication is key. We improve your project process by eliminating inefficiencies and addressing all your past and potential problems first. Understanding what you need in order for your project to function best is the most important part of building a lasting partnership.

A: Aesthetics

After talking through all the details of your project and understanding your goals and budget, we work with you to achieve the aesthetic goal. Instead of looking just at the display itself, we look at the holistic process of the retail program - from shipping to installation, to repurposing - establishing real long-term value.

C: Cost

Partnering with us means leaving all your worries at the door. We help solve problems created by other retail firms who propose unrealistic results, and develop solutions that are producible, within budget, and function the way they were intended to for the expected lifespan. That part of the budget? Is priceless.

T: Timing

Quality of life is important to us. By focusing on all the above, we deliver a product guaranteed to fit your goals, budget and creative vision - saving you all the time, all the money and all the stress.

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