How Galleon Fixings transformed their warehouse performance with Element Logic
Galleon Fixings is one of the UK’s leading specialist wholesalers of fixings and fasteners. Trusted by the trade since 1991, the company has built a strong reputation for reliability, quality, and service.
Its extensive portfolio spans over 4,000 product lines, including many of the industry’s most recognised and respected brands, alongside a range of high-performance products designed and manufactured in-house.
As the business experienced rapid growth, operational pressure increased.
The challenge: scaling without escalating labour costs
As demand grew, so did the reliance on manual labour. Like many ambitious warehouses, Galleon Fixings faced a number of critical challenge:
- Rising labour costs
- Increasing headcount requirements
- Slower picking speeds limiting growth
- Operational inefficiencies impacting service levels
To continue scaling while maintaining control, the business needed a smarter, more sustainable approach.
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The solution: Intelligent automation with the right partner
Galleon Fixings made the strategic decision to implement an AutoStore system, delivered by Element Logic.
But technology alone was not enough. Choosing the right partner was critical.
Element Logic stood out by aligning with Galleon Fixings’ values and ambition, bringing not just technology, but expertise, experience, and a collaborative approach.
We feel that Element Logic is just another part of this company. We don’t see them as an external service provider. They’re just an extension to our team.
Paul Swift, Managing Director, Galleon Fixings
Transforming performance across the entire business
Picking speeds increased by 8–10x
Faster fulfilment enabled scalable growth without proportional labour increases
Picking accuracy improved from ~78% to 99.7%
Significant reduction in:
– Incorrect orders
– Credit notes
– Customer complaints
– Manual interventions
The impact extended far beyond the warehouse:
– Improved customer experience
– Reduced administrative burden
– More efficient sales operations
– Stronger overall business performance
We believe that our investment will be returned in less than three years just on labour savings alone.
Paul Swift, Managing Director, Galleon Fixings
Future-proofing growth
AutoStore is not just a short-term efficiency gain, it is a long-term investment in:
- Sustainable growth
- Workforce stability
- Operational resilience
Optimising warehouse performance
The journey undertaken by Galleon Fixings demonstrates what is possible when the right technology meets the right partner.
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