Aldridge Security

Aldridge Security: trade-only security distribution across the UK and Ireland

Aldridge Security operates as a wholesale distributor serving the security trade, with branches in London and Manchester. The company describes itself as the largest trade-only security wholesaler in the UK and Ireland and states that it has more than 65 years of experience in the industry. Its catalogue covers over 16,000 different products in stock, drawn from 260 brands.

Access to the full range is restricted to account holders. The company indicates that only customers with an Aldridge account can place orders and view stock and price details, and it invites trade professionals to apply for an account through an online form.

Product range

The Aldridge portfolio is organised around several categories of security and hardware products:

• Access control
• Architectural hardware and ironmongery
• Automotive security products
• Fire hardware
• Key cutting
• Locking products
• Locksmithing tools and accessories
• Multi-point locks, including UPVC multipoint locking products
• Safes

The site also lists product selectors and tools intended to help trade buyers identify the right item, such as a cylinder selector, UPVC furniture selector, UPVC selector, vehicle selector, key blank lookup and keys-to-code service. Automotive codes and a glossary of abbreviations are also available.

Stock, despatch and delivery

Aldridge states that it holds 25,000 security products available for same-day despatch. Orders placed before 7pm qualify for same-day despatch, according to the information displayed on the site. Delivery is free on orders over £100. The company also offers a scan-to-order function and a mobile app for account holders.

Trade support and training

Beyond product supply, Aldridge provides training courses and a knowledge base for trade customers. The site also mentions key machine repairs, a Silca demo van and a service for registering EVVA keys. Area sales managers are listed as a point of contact for account holders.

Branches and contact

Aldridge Security operates from two locations in the United Kingdom: Birmingham and Manchester. The Birmingham branch is at Unit H, Redfern Park Way, Birmingham, B11 2BF. The Manchester branch is at Units 6 & 7, Montford Enterprise Centre, Media City, Manchester, M50 2SN. The company also lists a Republic of Ireland phone line for customers in that market.

General enquiries by phone are handled on 0203 007 6060 for the United Kingdom and 01 647 0048 for the Republic of Ireland. Fax numbers are listed as 0800 137 932 for the UK and 01 647 0049 for Ireland. The site indicates that non-trade customers interested in the products can contact Aldridge to be referred to a supplier in their area.

Account and ordering

Orders are placed through a trade account. Existing customers who do not yet have online access can create a login, while new trade customers can apply for an account. The company provides live stock and price information to account holders, along with special offers, new products and clearance lines.