Rapid Welding and Industrial Supplies Website FAQ
We close at 12pm on 24th December and reopen at 8am on 2nd January 2025. Our webshop is open over the holidays with orders being processed on 2nd January. Happy holidays to all our customers from the Rapid Team. WE SHIP WORLDWIDE    /    All UK ORDERS GREATER THAN £65 EX VAT DELIVERED FREE    /    WE SHIP WORLDWIDE    /    ALL EUROPEAN ORDERS GREATER THAN £500.00 ex VAT DELIVERED FREE    /    WE SHIP WORLDWIDE

Frequently Asked Questions

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Will I be charged VAT ?
What is the rate of VAT in the UK ?
Who can buy from our website ?
Where do we ship to ?
Can I collect goods in person ?
How can I check on the status of my order ?
How much is shipping ?
How long does shipping take ?
Can I track my order ?
Is my order insured against damage or loss ?
Is the Equipment compatible with the electrical supply in my Country ?
How does the warranty policy operate ?
What forms of payment are accepted ?
Do I need a Login to buy from the website ?


Q : Will I be charged VAT ?

If you are in the UK you will pay VAT regardless of your status.

The United Kingdom has left the European Union. If you are outside of the United Kingdom, you will not be charged UK VAT (Sales Tax).

If you are in a European Union member state, you will be asked to pay VAT (Sales Tax) to your own Government by the shipping company.

If you are outside of the UK and European Union you will not pay VAT (Sales Tax).



Q : What is the rate of VAT in the UK ?

The current VAT rate in the UK is 20%.



Q : Who can buy from our website ?

Absolutely anyone. From private individual to multinational company.



Q : Where do we ship to ?

Our online activities with shipping costs are calculated for Countries within Europe. You will find all Countries listed when you produce an online order.

For destinations outside of Europe. Please contact us for shipping rates and terms.



Q : Can I collect goods in person ?

Yes you can. We have a trade counter and Showroom.



Q : How can I check on the status of my order ?

When your order is received we will contact you if any of your items are out of stock.

We will advise you of the due date of any out of stock items.

We will also keep you updated if this date cannot be met for any reason.



Q : How much is shipping ?

Standard Mainland UK Delivery Exlcuding Scottish Highlands
All orders greater than £65 ex VAT delivered FREE.
All orders under £50 ex VAT delivery is £6.95 + VAT


Scottish Isles & Highlands
All orders greater than £400.00 ex VAT delivered FREE
All orders under £400.00 ex VAT delivery is £9.95 + VAT


Channel Isles, IOM, Northern Ireland
All orders greater than £400.00 ex VAT delivered FREE
All orders under £400.00 ex VAT delivery is £12.00 + VAT


Standard Mainland European Delivery
Country Orders UNDER £500 ex VAT. Orders OVER £500 ex VAT.
Austria £15 FREE
Belgium £15 FREE
Bulgaria £17 FREE
Croatia £37 FREE
Denmark Mainland £16 FREE
Finland £20 FREE
France £15 FREE
Germany £15 FREE
Greece £30 FREE
Hungary £15 FREE
Ireland £15 FREE
Italy £15 FREE
Luxembourg £15 FREE
Malta £30 FREE
Netherlands £15 FREE
Norway £21 FREE
Poland £15 FREE
Portugal £18 FREE
Romania £30 FREE
Slovakia £19 FREE
Slovenia £23 FREE
Spain £15 FREE
Sweden £17 FREE
Switzerland £15 FREE


Standard US Mainland Delivery

For all orders delivery is £55

Anywhere else....Please contact us before placing your order. We can give you a custom shipping number to apply additional charges.



Q : How long does shipping take ?

All UK orders are shipped on a Next Day Parcel Service.

European Orders take between 2 and 6 days Depending on your location.

We may be able to improve delivery times. Contact us for the additional cost of an Express service.



Q : Can I track my order ?

Yes. We will provide you with a tracking number and link to track your parcel.



Q : Is my order insured against damage or loss ?

Yes, we fully insure each delivery.



Q : Is the Equipment compatible with the electrical supply in my Country ?

All of the machines we sell are compatible with all European single & 3 phase electricity.

The Manufacturers only make 1 model to supply to the whole of Europe. Most equipment has a European Schuko Plug Fitted. For the UK we supply a 3 pin adaptor Single phase equipment that requires more than a 16 amp supply is supplied without a mains plug.

Single phase equipment is 230v 50/60 Hz Plus or Minus 15%. CE Marked.

Three Phase equipment is 400v 50/60 Hz Plus or Minus 15%.

There is no mains plug fitted to Three Phase Machines.



Q : How does the warranty policy operate ?

We only sell equipment that will give reliable service. But in the rare circumstance that a product should fail within the warranty period, you should contact us in the first instance.

With the Exception of Kemppi (which has a global warranty policy) Our Equipment is covered by a return to base warranty.

Return to base means, you ship the equipment back to us at your cost.

We will repair or replace the equipment and return it to you as quickly as practical at our cost.

You will be without the equipment whilst it is being repaired. We do not offer loan equipment.



Q : What forms of payment are accepted ?

Online: You can pay using our secure online checkout with a credit / debit card or Paypal.

Paypal: You can pay using our secure online checkout with Paypal, or we can send a Paypal invoice to your Paypal account on request.

Electronic Transfer: We can send you a Proforma Invoice along with our bank details to allow you to transfer funds electronically.



Q : Do I need a Login to buy from the website

No Login is necessary. Simply enter your details each time you buy from our site.