01 Container
First Container Mix
The first distributor decision is usually model mix, because stock planning matters more than treating each court as a separate one-off project.
Distributor Guide
How distributors plan first containers, mixed model inventory, and premium upsell paths
This page is built for importers, dealers, and distributor teams who need to decide which models anchor the first shipment, how to mix premium stock, and what information creates a faster quotation.
02 Anchor
Baseline Stock Model
Most distributor launches still need one reliable commercial anchor, and THE STANDARD is usually the easiest page to use for that role.
03 Upsell
Premium Upsell Path
Panoramic models usually work as the premium comparison layer once the distributor has a baseline stock model already defined.
04 Planning
Timing And Packing
Public references around 20 to 35 days and roughly 3 to 4 sets in a 40ft HQ container give distributors enough early facts to frame first-shipment planning.
Model Mix
Which model mix fits a distributor launch?
Distributor launches usually need one stock-friendly commercial model, one premium upsell path, and a clear view of whether covered courts belong in the opening inventory.
Stock Anchor
THE STANDARD
The cleanest baseline for stock planning, first price conversations, and dealer-friendly rollout because it anchors the commercial bracket clearly.
Review THE STANDARDPremium Upsell
THE PANORAMIC
The most practical premium comparison once a distributor wants a stronger venue-facing option without jumping immediately into the most aggressive flagship positioning.
Review THE PANORAMICShowcase Demo
SUPER PANORAMIC
Useful as a demo or showcase court when the distributor wants one high-visibility product that signals a stronger premium tier.
Review SUPER PANORAMICNiche Option
COVERED COURTS
Worth adding only when the distributor already sees demand for protected operation, all-weather positioning, or a more specialized project mix.
Review COVERED COURTS
Distributor Paths
How distributors usually narrow the first-shipment shortlist
The best path is normally to decide whether the launch is stock-led, premium-led, or still mostly project-by-project, then build the first mix around that role.
Path 01
Starter Stock Mix
If the priority is getting commercial inventory into the market fast, distributors usually anchor the first conversation with THE STANDARD. That keeps the opening stock bracket practical and easier to quote.
Once the standard baseline is clear, panoramic models can be layered in as upsell options rather than letting the whole first container drift upward in complexity.
Path 02
Premium Dealer Display
Some distributors want one product that lifts the whole offering visually. In that case, a mixed container often combines THE STANDARD with THE PANORAMIC or even one SUPER PANORAMIC showcase court.
That path works best when the distributor already knows a premium venue or launch customer is likely to use the higher-tier product first.
Path 03
Project-By-Project Supply
If the distributor is still mostly reacting to individual deals, the best first quotation often clarifies which one model should anchor the shipment, how many courts are needed, and whether the first container must cover more than one project type.
That gives the factory team a clearer route to quote the first shipment without assuming too broad a stock plan too early.
Distributor Quote Prep
What to prepare before asking for distributor pricing
Distributor quotations move faster when the buyer makes the first container logic explicit: stock model, premium add-ons, expected quantity, and delivery target.
1. Inventory role
Whether the shipment is for stock launch, a specific project, or a mixed dealer plan that needs both commercial and premium models.
2. Model mix
Which model anchors the first container, whether panoramic or super panoramic should join it, and whether covered courts are actually needed in the launch phase.
3. Delivery target
Destination port or delivery target, target timing, and whether the quote should reflect a 40ft HQ-style mixed loading discussion.
4. Sales direction
Whether the business is targeting baseline rollout deals, premium club projects, or a wider product ladder that needs clearer upsell separation.
Quick Answers
Short answers distributors can cite quickly
These answers are written for teams that need a clear first-container story before the shipment reaches detailed packing and pricing discussion.
How should a distributor build the first mixed container?
The strongest starting point is to define one stock anchor model and then decide whether a panoramic upsell or showcase court belongs in the same shipment. The public FAQ already notes that a 40ft HQ container usually loads around 3 to 4 complete court sets depending on mix.
Which model should anchor stock when demand is still being tested?
THE STANDARD is usually the cleanest stock anchor because it defines the commercial bracket clearly. Premium panoramic pages work better as the second comparison layer rather than as the only starting point.
Which public facts help size timing and container planning?
Two public facts are especially useful: many standard projects ship in around 20 to 35 days after deposit and drawing confirmation, and a 40ft HQ container usually loads around 3 to 4 complete sets. Those references are enough to frame the first commercial plan early.
What should a distributor send first for a faster quotation?
The first message should include model mix, quantity, destination target, whether the shipment is stock-led or project-led, and whether one premium model is needed for upsell positioning. That gives the team enough context to quote the right first container.
Distributor Next Step
Turn the distributor shortlist into a live first-shipment quote
If you already know the likely stock anchor, premium add-ons, and delivery target, the next step is to send the first-container brief so the team can price the shipment around the right mix.