What is Drayage? What is material handling, and who is responsible for this function?

In the trade show industry, material handling - also known as drayage - is the movement of your exhibit materials to and from your exhibit space. The term refers to a wide range of handling services, including the unloading of your freight from the delivery truck; the removal of empty crates, pallets, and cartons after the show; and the out-bound loading of your truck.