Need A Fixings Supply Service to Maximise Your Manufacturing Efficiency?

6 September 2024

In the fast-paced world of manufacturing, every minute counts.

Delays, inefficiencies, or disruptions in the supply of essential fixings and fasteners can lead to costly downtime and missed deadlines.

That’s where FR Scott’s Fixings Supply Service steps in. Offering a solution that is proven to save businesses time, effort, and money.

Since 1945 FR Scott has been the trusted partner for manufacturers. Providing reliable, cost-effective fixing supplies.

Read on to understand how our modern variants of a traditional Kanban system can transform your operations…..

 

Never Run Out of Essential Fixings

 

Running out of critical fixings and fasteners is more than an inconvenience—it’s a potential bottleneck that can halt production.

With FR Scott’s Fixings Supply Service, you’ll never have to worry about shortages again.

Our dedicated account managers work closely with you to establish optimal stock levels, ensuring that the right fixings are always available when you need them.

Using advanced technology, including handheld scanners and a bespoke app, our field team can perform accurate and timely stock checks at your facility.

Whether you need daily, weekly, fortnightly, or monthly visits, we tailor our service to your specific needs.

Any replenishment orders are entered directly into our system whilst on site, with next-day or even same-day delivery options to keep your production line running smoothly.

 

Avoid Paying for Unused Fixings

 

One of the common pitfalls in traditional inventory management is overstocking—paying for fixings that sit unused on your shelves gathering dust.

With our Fixings Supply Service, you only pay for what you need. Our systems are designed to maintain just-in-time inventory levels, minimising waste and maximising cost efficiency.

By analysing your usage patterns and adjusting stock levels accordingly, our service ensures that you never overpay for excess stock.

And we’ve heard the horror stories of some suppliers filling up bins regardless of usage – just to hit their targets. Not with FR Scott!

We will only ever supply what you have used, and to the level we have agreed. We value our relationship with you.

The result? Significant savings that can be reinvested in more strategic areas of your business.

 

Save Valuable Hours Across Your Operations

 

The time spent on managing inventory, placing orders, and putting away stock can add up quickly, diverting resources from more critical tasks.

Our Kanban service streamlines these processes, freeing up valuable hours for your team.

For instance, a local engineering firm that adopted our system has saved over 100 hours of a colleagues time since implementation 6 months ago.

Instead of being bogged down by administrative tasks, their staff can now focus on higher-value activities that drive the business forward.

We also offer a dedicated account manager that your team can speak with whenever they need to. We don’t hide behind chat bots or emails.

Plus our detailed management information reports on the stock supplied are available for you on whatever date range suits you.

Showing you, right down to an individual product level, the fixings trending up or down, versus last week, last month, last year giving you a greater oversight into your stock usage.

 

Bespoke Fixings Supply Service Tailored to Your Needs

 

FR Scott doesn’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions.

We know that every manufacturing operation is unique.

That’s why we specialise in designing and implementing bespoke fixings supply systems that work for you.

From Consignment stock to Kanban supply. Our team work with you to determine which system, or combination of systems, would work best for you.

From the initial onsite assessment to supplying and fitting racking, bins, and signage, our experts ensure that your system is optimised for efficiency and ease of use.

And if you’re transitioning from another supplier, Don’t worry!. We can take over seamlessly.

Ensuring there’s no impact on your supply chain.

Your production will continue uninterrupted, backed by our decades of experience and proven track record.

 

Expand Your Range with Confidence

 

Our Kanban service isn’t limited to fixings and fasteners.

FR Scott’s extensive range now includes consumables like adhesives and silicones, as well as ironmongery products such as locks and door handles.

With our buying power, and strong relationships with manufacturers we can offer significant savings compared to your current supplier. Making FR Scott the go-to supplier for all your manufacturing needs.

 

A Fixings Supply Service that’s Sustainable

 

FR Scott places great emphasis on sustainability within its supply. You’ll see this directly from supplying your fixings in a delivery fleet that is being electrified to using FSC certified packaging when repackaging fixings.

At our Canning Street office and Warehouse, we recycle all waste cardboard (that can not be reused) along with reusing or recycling the wooden pallets.

We have also taken significant steps to utilise energy efficiency processes across our site.

This includes installing lighting sensors across our 30,000 square foot warehouse and upgrading our insulation to reduce energy consumption.

A History of Success

 

FR Scott has been supplying businesses with essential fixings since 1945. Over the years, we’ve built a reputation for reliability, quality, and innovation.

The feedback from our customers is consistently great. Whether that’s from our local customers across Hull & East Yorkshire. Or from our newer customers from across the UK via Fix and Fast.

Our Fixings Supply Service is currently used by some of the leading modular businesess in the area, along with a number of small/medium sized engineering firms and it has been proven to save businesses time, effort and money.

By partnering with FR Scott, you’re not just getting a supplier. You’re gaining a strategic partner that knows your industry and is dedicated to helping your business thrive. Let us take the hassle out of managing your fixings and fasteners so you can focus on what you do best.

Ready to streamline your operations and boost your bottom line? Read our testimonials and contact FR Scott today to learn more about our Fixings Supply Service

To book a site visit, or simply have an informal chat with on of the team call on 01482 324731 or email sales@frscott.co.uk

Watch our Head of Sales & Marketing Tony Rands talk about our Fixings Supply Service