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Top 10 ways to get the most out of our website

Top 10 ways to get the most out of our website

In manufacturing, speed matters! The right tool at the right time keeps your shopfloor running smoothly. That’s why we’ve worked hard to make mscdirect.co.uk easier, faster and more efficient for you to find exactly what you need.
 
Whether you are an engineer, buyer or production manager, here are 10 ways you can get the most out our website and keep operations moving:

Fast, Accurate Product Search

Our advanced filters help you quickly find exactly the tool you need without scrolling through thousands of products.

Our advanced filters help you narrow down results instantly based on:

  • Material
  • Brand
  • Price
  • Diameter
  • Shank Type
  • Cutting Style
  • Tolerance
  • And many more!

Giving you precise results, saving you time and money when ordering from us. 


Technical Specifications at a Glance

Every product page has detailed product data allows you to validate tool suitability instantly. This data includes:

  • Product specifications
  • Geometric drawings
  • ISO Classification
  • Recommended cutting speeds and feeds

This data helps to check tool capability quickly and confidently so you can select the right tool for your job. 


Quick Support via Live Chat

Our live chat is the fastest way to get support from a real person, we aim to respond in seconds. This gives you the fastest support without having to pick up the phone, making it easier for workers in busy and loud environments.

Need to confirm a lead time? 

Need help finding an alternative?

Want to find out extra details about a product?

Curious about stock availability?

Our friendly team will be there to help with any queries you have. 


Real-Time Stock Visibility

Real-time stock availability is important for a lot of engineering businesses, waiting until checkout or after you have placed an order to find out something is out of stock could cause massive delays. With our live stock availability you can check and know immediately whether a tool can be delivered next day, preventing downtime.


Side-by-Side Product Comparison

Compare cutters, inserts, holders or consumables in seconds to choose the best option for speed, cost or longevity. Cut the scrolling and switching of multiple tabs by using our ‘compare products’ feature!


Time-Saving Personal Lists

If you are regularly purchasing the same items, tooling, consumables or PPE, you can save them into personalised lists, such as:

  • Daily shopfloor consumables
  • Frequently used
  • Repeat weekly order
  • Top brands
  • Job-specific tools

Simply create an online account and you will be able to create and manage these lists to make the re-ordering process effortless. 


Technical Support Resources

Our product pages have technical resources available to help you run machines safely and efficiently. Some resources available include:

  • Cutting data charts
  • Safety info
  • Tool maintenance tips
  • Troubleshooting guides

This keeps everything for that product in one easy to find place. 


Access to Big Book Digital Catalogue

The MSC Big Book is your digital catalogue to help with technical details, find alternatives and see accessories. Quickly flick through the full MSC Big Book online to save time and browse through thousands of different options in one place.


Invoices In One Place

Creating an online account gives you instant access to:

  • Order history
  • Invoices
  • Quotes
  • Personal List
  • And much more 

This keeps an organised workflow for you and your team and gives the visibility needed of all this important information.


Online Quotes

Requesting a quotation through our online form is quick and easy. Simply fill out the information requested on our quotation page.

Another way to request a quote is from the basket. Make sure you are signed into your account, then add the items and quantity you require to the basket.

Managing your quotes online with MSC has never been quicker. Whether you’re managing a large project or sourcing something specific, getting a quote and converting it to an order is now easier!

You can now raise quotes instantly, submit, track and manage anytime, anywhere. 


Ready to make your shopfloor more efficient? Whether you are trying to streamline ordering, reduce downtime or speed up item sourcing, at MSC we want to make your daily work life easier. Explore the features and tools that have been designed to keep your operations running at full speed. Start shopping now or check out our categories below to start filtering to the products you require: 

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