Press Queue
14 presses, 350T–2000T. Profile and tonnage match decides queue slot — some profiles wait 1–3 days for the right press.
OEM & Custom
Production Lead Time for Aluminum Pool Pole Orders
Standard pool telescopic pole orders ship 30–40 days after PO from Poolpole's Jiangsu factory. First-time tooling adds 15–25 days for mold build and trial run. Express slots and split-shipments available. Lead time confirmed within 24 hours of quote.
30–40Days Repeat-Order Production
45–65Days First Order With New Tooling
24hLead-Time Quote Response
50+Countries Shipped To
Bands
Standard Lead Time Bands
| Order Type | Lead Time (Production) | + Sea Freight | Notas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Repeat order, existing SKU, existing tooling | 30–40 days | +25–40 days | Straight to extrusion queue |
| New SKU, existing extrusion profile | 35–45 days | +25–40 days | New anodize color or assembly setup |
| New SKU, new extrusion die | 45–65 days | +25–40 days | Includes 15–25d mold build + trial |
| Express slot (paid premium) | 20–25 days | +25–40 days | Subject to press & anodize availability |
| Sample batch (50–200 pcs) | 10–15 days | +20–40 days | For customer sign-off before mass production |
Production lead time is from confirmed PO + payment. Sea freight depends on destination port and seasonal availability.
What Affects Your Lead Time — 4 Variables
Anodize Color Batching
Anodizing groups orders by color to amortize dye-bath setup. Standard colors run more often; custom colors wait for the dye change.
Assembly & QC Throughput
Complex multi-section poles with custom lock structures need more assembly time per unit. QC sign-off is one shift for standard SKUs.
Packaging Material Lead
Printed color boxes take 5–7 days. We start packaging production in parallel with poles, so it doesn't add to your total.
Express
Express Slots, Split-Shipments & Stock Reserves
Need it faster? Three options:
- Express slot — a paid premium reserves priority press time and anodize batch. Cuts standard lead time by 30–40%.
- Split shipment — ship first 30–50% of order early once it clears QC, balance follows. Useful for urgent retail set dates.
- Stock reserve — for high-volume repeat customers we hold finished or semi-finished stock for instant call-off (terms agreed per program).
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Shipping Terms & Sea Freight
| Incoterm | Who Books Freight | Mejor para |
|---|---|---|
| EXW (Ex Works) | You | Customers with their own China freight forwarder |
| FOB Shanghai / Ningbo | You (from port) | Most common — we deliver to your nominated FOB port |
| CIF (destination port) | Poolpole | Turnkey — we book ocean freight + insurance to your port |
| DDP (destination) | Poolpole | Door-to-door including duty (high-value premium customers) |
Sea freight transit times: US West Coast ~14–18 days, US East Coast ~28–35 days, EU ~30–40 days from Shanghai/Ningbo.
Production Lead Time — FAQ
When does my lead time start?
The clock starts when we have (a) signed PO with confirmed specs, (b) 30% deposit received, and (c) any new tooling approvals signed off. Sample sign-off, if required, also gates the clock for the first order.Can you guarantee a delivery date?
We commit to a production-ready date in writing once your PO is confirmed. Ocean freight is subject to carrier schedule — we book reputable freight forwarders but cannot guarantee port-to-port days. For hard deadlines, build in 7–10 days buffer.What's the fastest you've ever shipped a sample?
10 days production + air freight for an urgent sample. Air freight on aluminum poles is expensive (length surcharge) but possible for samples up to ~1m folded length.Do you slow down during Chinese New Year?
Yes. CNY shutdown is typically 2–3 weeks late Jan / early Feb. Place pre-CNY orders by mid-November to ship before factory closes. Post-CNY orders ship mid-late Feb onwards.Can I track production progress?
Yes. We share weekly production reports with batch photos and status — extrusion done / anodizing done / assembly in progress / QC complete / packed / ready for pickup.Need a Firm Lead Time on Your Pool Pole Order?
Send your SKU spec or PO draft — confirmed lead time and FOB quote in 24 hours.