How buying British will save you money

Many procurement companies and facilities managers are surprised to find that gaskets sourced from a UK company cost them less - often a lot less - than an identical seal from an OEM.

Established UK-based gasket suppliers like Gasket Guy often have a large inventory of gaskets, enabling them to ship directly to the buyer. In contrast, OEMs and wholesalers are often based overseas with supply chains that extend across multiple countries. Each link in that chain involves extra markup. International shipping and air freight costs also have to be folded into the final price.

The sourcing process introduces its own costs. Whether it's spending hours trawling websites and calling supplier hotlines to track down rare seals or the returning of faulty or ill-fitting gaskets, there is a financial burden. Our flexible, user-friendly gasket-sourcing process, in-depth measuring guidance and UK-based point of contact combine to reduce your admin time. We even offer 100% serviceability through our efficient Asset Register service.

Poor quality gaskets also have a hidden cost implication. To drive down costs, wholesalers may source their seals from the cheapest manufacturers. These manufacturers often use poor quality materials as they focus on keeping their costs down. Mass production methods can also introduce errors which lead to poorly fitting seals, a common complaint.

Badly made seals will increase the energy consumption and reduce the lifespan of fridges and freezers. Even relatively minor inefficiencies compound over time and quantity, impacting bulk suppliers and nationwide groups more than anyone. Customers who constantly receive poor quality seals may even decide to cancel their service contract and move their business to a competitor.

If Gasket Guy don't stock and are unable to source a quality seal for your customer's fridge or freezer, we can make it right here in the UK, where quality control is higher. With minimal transport costs, no middlemen taking cuts and quality, made to measure gaskets, it really is a 'no brainer' to go direct.

In addition to the cost savings outlined above, you can benefit from our competitive trade account pricing. Get in touch with us today to find out exactly how much we can save your company.

A simple way to meet your ESG goals

Caring for the environment and being socially responsible are rightly at the forefront of government and corporate policies.

Sourcing your gaskets from a UK-based supplier and manufacturer is a quick win that you can proudly shout about and include in your ESG reports.

Due to our extensive inventory of door seals and UK manufacturing service, transport costs can be slashed. This reduces the carbon emissions of your supply chain, supporting the country's collective net zero ambitions. Our fast turnaround times will also ensure your customers' fridges and freezers are back up to operational efficiency as quickly as possible, reducing energy wastage. By investing in quality, made to measure gaskets, you are also extending appliance lifespan. If you are responsible for supplying parts to multiple customers across the UK, this is a significant positive contribution.

Another ESG benefit to buying British is that the factories we use are governed by stringent environmental and labour regulations. You are, in effect, indirectly supporting reduced emissions, fair pay and safe working environments.

Discover more about the benefits of Buying British

For more information on the benefits of sourcing your seals locally, visit our dedicated 'Buy British' page.