Buying directly from the manufacturer: 9 good reasons why purchasing directly from the manufacturer is worthwhile for consumers

Many products are still purchased via the traditional route – through wholesalers or retailers. However, with the rise of the internet and online shops, this is not always necessary or sensible. Instead, more and more purchases are made directly from the manufacturer. This removes the detour via retailers or intermediaries, and the consumer obtains the desired product directly from the manufacturer. Depending on the product in question, direct purchase can take place quite simply via an online shop or through direct contact with the manufacturer.

Consumers can also obtain numerous products directly from the manufacturer, including temporary buildings. But what are the advantages of buying directly from the manufacturer? We have analysed the various benefits in more detail:

1. Detailed knowledge

No one knows the product better than the manufacturer: we know this from our own experience. As a manufacturer of system buildings, we are fully familiar with every single step of the development and production process. We know which raw materials are used, where they are sourced from, and according to which manufacturing standards and specifications our buildings are produced. As a customer, you therefore receive all important information first-hand and from a trusted source. Guarantees and warranties are also important topics for consumers, and we have all the relevant information on them. We are certified according to DIN EN ISO 9001 and are happy to demonstrate this through our work. With the CE marking of our products, all raw materials used can be traced back to their origin, so that their quality can be verified. Thanks to our expertise, we are also able to provide site-specific structural calculations, which include all necessary data for the construction.

2. Lower prices

Buying directly from the manufacturer has another major advantage: cost savings through ex-works prices. Since no intermediaries are involved, no third-party mark-ups are added to the manufacturer’s price. This can result in considerable cost savings, especially for products such as high-quality temporary buildings. It is therefore also the case that our new constructions are often more affordable than used buildings from third-party suppliers.

3. Customised adaptation

The standard product does not always match individual requirements. For manufacturers, however, this is not a problem, and in coordination with the customer, a spatial solution is found that also covers individual customer wishes. Third parties can also offer this service via the manufacturer. In the case of customised temporary buildings, however, consumers can be sure that the manufacturer provides all combination and variation options of the numerous equipment features. If the choice therefore does not fall on prefabricated standard products, direct purchase from the manufacturer offers the highest level of customisation. As a specialist in building temporary buildings, we produce in a 64,000 m² state-of-the-art production centre in Germany, which is specifically designed for the manufacture of both standardised and customised temporary buildings.

4. Delivery capability

Fast and reliable availability of the desired product is essential in many cases. However, intermediaries do not always list all available products. Some products may also not be available through retail or wholesale channels, while they can be ordered and delivered immediately via direct order from the manufacturer. As a manufacturer, we have a realistic overview of our production capabilities and storage capacities. In addition, we supply worldwide through our technical sales team, which is based at strategic locations around the world.

5. Warranty

Manufacturer warranties are standard when purchasing directly. These can include guarantees for raw materials, for purchased components, or for the final product itself. In the case of a temporary building, the product is not considered complete until it has been erected, inspected, and is ready for operation. Therefore, in addition to the product warranty, warranties are often also provided for workmanship and installation by the manufacturer.

Purchasing through third parties can result in some of these guarantees and warranties being lost within the supply chain, even when a brand-new building is purchased. It is therefore particularly important, when buying a building via a third-party provider, to carefully review the warranty coverage.

6. Shorter delivery time

No duplicate communication, less paperwork and administration, fewer sources of error and a smaller number of people involved: direct purchasing without intermediaries optimises the entire project process and shortens delivery times.

When working with HTS TENTIQ, your sales manager is in daily direct contact with our development department, the factory, dispatch, and—if assembly is commissioned—also with the site manager. These individuals hold decision-making authority throughout the entire process and ensure optimal, efficient, precise and fast execution.

7. Clear responsibility

In the event of problems or complaints, reputable manufacturers take responsibility and respond with a fast and fair solution. As an expert in their own product, the manufacturer also knows which solutions are most suitable and can provide customers with the best possible advice in the event of potential issues.

Buying directly from the manufacturer is likely more important when purchasing a temporary building than with many other products. The reason for this is that not only quality but also safety criteria play a very significant role. However, regardless of whether you purchase your building from the manufacturer or a third-party provider, you should make sure that evidence and documentation are available for the following points:

• Structural calculations
• Warranties
• For used industrial buildings: age of the building and its original specification

If a provider is unable to supply these, we strongly recommend switching to a manufacturer or another supplier of our temporary buildings.

8. Product specialist as direct point of contact

When purchasing directly from the manufacturer, you benefit from always being able to communicate with a single point of contact. This saves time and money. Our temporary building experts can provide you with comprehensive advice on all matters and will work with you to find the perfect solution for your requirements. This gives you a single point of contact who takes care of everything throughout the entire process.

9. Additional services

Buying temporary buildings directly offers, depending on the manufacturer, additional services that make project management much easier for consumers. Not only do we, as temporary building specialists, support and coordinate our customers throughout the entire project planning process, we also take responsibility for the installation and remain your reliable point of contact after completion of the build. The construction and erection of a temporary building involves several different trades. Over decades of operation, we have built up a valuable and established network of cooperation partners and specialists, which is also available to our customers during implementation. This close collaboration with other trades not only simplifies project execution but also shortens it.

For many consumers, obtaining planning permission is also a major task associated with many uncertainties. We know exactly under which conditions a temporary building can be erected without planning permission and are also happy to liaise directly with the relevant building authority in order to support our customers with the planning application.

Direct points of contact, customised product adaptations, a wide product range and short delivery times are key advantages of buying directly from the manufacturer. However, not all manufacturers offer the same level of service, and product quality can vary significantly. Before purchasing, you should therefore take a closer look at the respective manufacturer. For example, many manufacturers abroad are only limited in their accessibility, which is why purchasing temporary buildings with the “Made in Germany” label is recommended. The planning and purchase of a customised temporary building in particular requires extensive coordination. As a temporary building specialist, we follow a full-service approach, providing you as the customer with a direct point of contact for all your concerns.