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About Grainger Inc

Grainger is a leading distributor of industrial supplies, MRO equipment, tools and materials. With access to over 1.5 million industrial supply products available online and in our print catalog, we provide maintenance, repair, and operational solutions for your business. MRO, manufacturing, supply chain, tools, and more – for the ones who get it done

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Grainger is a leading provider of top-quality industrial supplies worldwide. We carry the brands you trust, along with money-saving alternatives to suit any budget. We add new products nearly every day to make sure we offer the latest, high-quality products. We also provide product services such as lighting upgrades, lighting project management, hazardous recycling services, storage equipment/ installation and safety services, along with specific product resources for many of your operation's most pressing needs.

PRODUCT CATEGORIES

  • Abrasives 
  • Adhesives, Sealants and Tape 
  • Cleaning and Janitorial 
  • Electrical Supplies
  • Electronics, Appliances, and Batteries
  • Fasteners
  • Fleet and Vehicle Maintenance Fleet And Vehicle Maintenance
  • Furniture, Hospitality and Food Service
  • Tools 
  • Hardware Hardware 
  • HVAC and Refrigeration 
  • Hydraulics 
  • Lab Supplies
  • Lighting 
  • Machining Supplies
  • Material Handling 
  • Motors
  • Plumbing Supplies
  • Pneumatics
  • Power Transmission 
  • Pumps Pumps
  • Raw Materials 
  • Safety Supplies
  • Test Instruments 
  •  Welding Supplies

Community Reviews Summary

147 Community Reviews 4.46/5 Overall Rating

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Grainger Industrial Supply! GREAT QUALITY PRODUCTS!


CEO/Owner , Automotive
07/12/2014

Speed 5 / Price 5 / Quality 5

My body shop has been getting our tools for years from Grainger. They offer a wide range of good quality tools! They are a great company to order product in bulk from with great customer service! I would recommend them to any business.

Strengths: GREAT PRODUCT!! FAIR PRICING!

Needs to improve: NONE!

Do business with these guys and you will not be disappointed!


Manufacturing , Consumer Products
05/28/2014

Speed 5 / Price 5 / Quality 5

Every order is correct and accurate! Packaged perfectly with great customer service!

Strengths: Grainger has always been there for our business! Every order is correct and always packaged perfectly. The service is excellent and has a great product base!

Needs to improve: I have not had any complaints towards grainger! Great products and selection.

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Manufacturing , Medical Device
03/19/2014

Speed 3 / Price 2 / Quality 4

Grainger is expensive I buy stuff here unless other vendor don't have the Item i am looking for

Strengths: Carry variety of material online

Needs to improve: I buy stuffs from Grainger from time to time. But it's relatively expensive than other vendor like Mcmaster

Great Vendor


Manufacturing , Architectural And Engineering
05/23/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 4

We use Grainger for multiple things in our warehouse. Whether we are installing, modify or assemble of our medical products we use Grainger. Their customer service team is very helpful, and always able to answer any questions.

Strengths: -Wide selection
-Fast turnaround
-Helpful customer service.
-Competitive pricing

Needs to improve: None

Customer service wide selections


Manufacturing , Medical Device
07/24/2014

Speed 5 / Price 4 / Quality 5

Our experience with grainger was pretty decent.
They have great quality product that passed our quality standard.
They have great catalog orders making easy for us
Customer service is very reliable providing useful informations and assisting customers.
Very reliable.

Strengths: Reliable
Fast shipping
Excellent ordering process

Needs to improve: None

Nice to have but pricey


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
02/20/2014

Speed 5 / Price 3 / Quality 4

Local stores make it easy to pick up equipment when time is limited. Pricing is not competitive when compared to online sellers

Strengths: Large company with good product selection; local stores make it easy to swing by and pick up items

Needs to improve: Item availability and pricing could be improved

Grainger for the win!


Sales , Construction
07/23/2014

Speed 5 / Price 5 / Quality 5

Grainger inc has done many things for us, such as customer orders with unusual amount. Our company has had no problems with ordering or using their products. Great stuff and very pleased!

Strengths: great variety, customer service is excellent, staff is very knowledgable

Needs to improve: none at the moment

Their catalog has thousands of products!


Purchasing , Medical Device
04/24/2014

Speed 5 / Price 5 / Quality 5

Our facilities and labs use this supplier often for anything they need to assist in their work duties.. They have conveneint store locations and a giant catalog you can thumb through for days! Great quality supplier and products!

Strengths: Excellent product catalog!

Needs to improve: None, they have everything!

Great Parts at Fast Service.


Manufacturing , Medical Device
03/27/2014

Speed 5 / Price 4 / Quality 5

They usually carry supplies that others don't have. When searching for random items, Grainger usually will have and I can pick same day.

Strengths: They have a wide variety of supplies. Local locations that you can pickup same day. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Needs to improve: Higher prices than competitors.

The go to supplier


Supply Chain/Logistics , Military / Law Enforcement
03/26/2014

Speed 5 / Price 3 / Quality 5

Exceptional Customer service, great website. Legendary print catalog

Strengths: Huge selection, rapid turn around, great reference for part look-up. Emergency replacement.

Needs to improve: Prices can be on the high side, but you get what you pay for. If you need it now, Grainger is the place to be

Great parts and quality!


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/15/2014

Speed 3 / Price 5 / Quality 5

Grainger is a great source for parts for your projects. There catalog is extensive and parts are of high quality! I wish they had a local store.

Strengths: Huge selection, quality components, good online catalog

Needs to improve: Not local so you need to order online and wait

One of the best in the business


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/20/2014

Speed 5 / Price 3 / Quality 5

I have been using Graiger to purchase tools for the assembly line, they caary most items in stock so waiting time is minimum.

Strengths: One of the best suppliers in the area, carries a broad selection of tools, safety equipment,etc.

Needs to improve: Prices can be a bit steep

store/catalog of tools and supplies


Manufacturing , Medical Device
03/09/2014

Speed 5 / Price 3 / Quality 4

a great catalog vendor to go to for all your tools or hardware components. delivery is quick. there are local stores also. i go to the san jose one frequently if i need something immediate

Strengths: wide selection of tools and components, customer service

Needs to improve: none

Knowledgable customer services


Purchasing , Medical Device
05/05/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 4

Facilities uses this vendor for general component supply for maintenance of the labs and mfg cleanroom area. Usually they have all we need in stock at the stores, for sure online though.. Good customer service expertise for stores.

Strengths: Great product selections

Needs to improve: Expensive products

Industrial Tools


Purchasing , Medical Device
03/13/2014

Speed 5 / Price 4 / Quality 3

I like that I can walk into the store and purchase the items on the spot instead of having to wait for them to be shipped to me. Rumor has it that the have an iPad app now.

Strengths: Industrial supplies and tools

Needs to improve: None

Grainger Danger! They have too much good stuff


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/26/2014

Speed 5 / Price 4 / Quality 4

Good customer service, huge catalog of items. We purchased a lot of materials, CER supplies, fasteners, pneumatic line and just about everything else. Grainger is our go-to supplier when we can't wait a day for McMaster.

Strengths: Huge supply of almost everything conceivable

Needs to improve: None

tools and mateial


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/11/2014

Speed 4 / Price 3 / Quality 3

Similar to McMaster Carr but not as good. There are certain tools they carry that McMaster doesn't carry. I found specific drill bits in Grainger that I couldn't find elsewhere.

Strengths: Big catalog. Many different tools and materials.

Needs to improve: Website is not easy to search

Wide selection, and that's about it.


Purchasing , Telecommunications
05/23/2014

Speed 2 / Price 1 / Quality 4

They have more locations than some of the competitors, but when that doesn't matter, there is no way they stand out.

Strengths: Their selection is great and wide.

Needs to improve: Their costs are sometimes ridiculous, and usually the highest.

Grainger


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/03/2014

Speed 5 / Price 5 / Quality 5

Their local local sales rep have been a huge help in finding solutions to our problems within their extensive product offering.

Strengths: they have a huge selection of any material or equipment you are looking for and they are local

Needs to improve: too many items possibly

Hardware Supplies


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/22/2014

Speed 5 / Price 4 / Quality 5

We use Grainger for our hardware needs. The local retail location makes getting tools, equipment fast and easy. They usually have what we need when we are in a hurry. Good staff and good service.

Strengths: Good product selection, fast turnaround

Needs to improve: Pricing