Amazon launches AmazonSupply
In an announcement that is sure to gain the attention of industrial distributors doing business online, Internet powerhouse Amazon.com announced the release of a Beta Web site called AmazonSupply.
The new Web site is dedicated to offering a broad selection of parts and supplies to business, industrial, scientific and commercial customers at competitive prices.
Customers can shop for items by product, material and brand across 14 categories, including:
- Lab & Scientific
- Test, Measure & Inspect
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Janitorial & Sanitation
- Office
- Fleet & Vehicle Maintenance
- Power & Hand Tools
- Cutting Tools
- Abrasives & Finishing
- Material Handling
- Materials
- Hydraulics Pneumatics & Plumbing
- Fasteners
- Power Transmission
"We're excited to offer a wide range of items, from basic supplies like drill bits and automatic hand dryers, to hard to find parts like laboratory centrifuges and miniature polyimide tubing, enabling business and industrial customers to streamline their buying processes," said Prentis Wilson, vice president of AmazonSupply. "Low prices combined with fast, free shipping and a vast selection, make shopping on AmazonSupply a great experience for customers."
AmazonSupply currently offers more than 500,000 items from leading brands and eligible orders $50 or more receive free two-day shipping. In addition, AmazonSupply provides free 365 day returns, corporate lines of credit and a dedicated customer service center. The site's easy navigation, detailed product descriptions and studio-quality photography help customers find the items they need.
AmazonSupply is owned and operated by Amazon.com. Customers shop securely with their Amazon.com accounts and benefit from Amazon's world-class service and security, according to a company press release.
INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY MAGAZINE
The September/October issue of Industrial Supply magazine features an in-depth cover story about Kurz Industrial Solutions. Plus, we're featuring articles by contributing writers Dirk Beveridge, Frank Hurtte, and Mike Hockett, as well as interviews with numerous product and distribution industry experts.
