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GTSE Founded in the UK in 2011, GTSE is the one-stop shop for trade supplies, cable ties, tape and tools.

A new checkout option has landed at GTSE.We’ve added Billie as a payment option for business customers, giving registere...
27/05/2026

A new checkout option has landed at GTSE.

We’ve added Billie as a payment option for business customers, giving registered businesses a simple way to buy what they need now and pay later with 30-day payment terms.

Whether you’re stocking up on cable ties, fixings, safety supplies or everyday site essentials, Billie can help keep purchasing straightforward and flexible, making it easier to manage cash flow while keeping your business moving.

How it works:
1. Add your items to basket
2. Select Billie at checkout
3. Complete the quick verification
4. Place your order
5. Pay Billie within 30 days using the details provided

Billie is now available at GTSE for registered businesses.

Want to learn more? Read here: https://gtse.co.uk/how-to-use-billie

Last week, Mikey from the GTSE marketing team headed down to London for the Re: Commerce SEO Conference - and what a gre...
21/05/2026

Last week, Mikey from the GTSE marketing team headed down to London for the Re: Commerce SEO Conference - and what a great day it was!

Loads of really interesting talks throughout the day, especially from Rory Sutherland and other SEO experts, all focused on how search is changing and what businesses need to be doing to keep up in the evolving ecommerce world.

Big thanks to Re:signal for having us - hopefully we’ll be back again next year!
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Last week, the GTSE team headed to Barry’s Bootcamp for a session outside the office.Safe to say it was tougher than exp...
08/05/2026

Last week, the GTSE team headed to Barry’s Bootcamp for a session outside the office.

Safe to say it was tougher than expected, but a great way to do something different as a team. Thanks to the Barry’s team for the session.

Tom, our Director, was at B2B eCommerce World UK & Europe 2026 in London last week. Good sessions on where B2B eCommerce...
01/05/2026

Tom, our Director, was at B2B eCommerce World UK & Europe 2026 in London last week. Good sessions on where B2B eCommerce is heading and how manufacturers and distributors are adapting.

There were some fantastic insights that we're already looking to implement at GTSE.

🟦 Why do food factories use blue cable ties?If you’ve ever worked in food production, you may have noticed that many cab...
04/03/2026

🟦 Why do food factories use blue cable ties?

If you’ve ever worked in food production, you may have noticed that many cable ties used around machinery are bright blue.
This is intentional.

Blue nylon cable ties are commonly used because blue rarely occurs naturally in food. If a cable tie breaks or accidentally enters a production line, the colour makes it much easier to visually spot during inspections.
For environments that require an additional layer of protection, metal detectable cable ties are often used. These contain small metal particles that allow them to be identified by metal detection systems on production lines.

Using blue for visibility, and metal detectable materials for machine detection helps support contamination prevention and food safety procedures in food processing environments.
Sometimes even the smallest components play an important role in maintaining food safety.

Product Highlight 1: https://gtse.co.uk/nylon-blue-cable-ties
Product Highlight 2: https://gtse.co.uk/metal-detectable-cable-ties

‼️5 things most people get wrong when buying cable ties 1. Choosing the wrong lengthMeasure your bundle's circumference ...
02/03/2026

‼️5 things most people get wrong when buying cable ties

1. Choosing the wrong length
Measure your bundle's circumference and add at least 50mm. Too short and it won't close properly. Too long and you're wasting material and creating unnecessary tails.

2. Ignoring tensile strength
Tensile strength tells you how much weight a cable tie can hold before breaking. A 2.5mm wide tie holds around 8kg. A 4.8mm holds 22kg. A 7.6mm heavy-duty tie holds up to 54kg. Match the strength to your application.

3. Using the wrong material for the environment
Standard nylon cable ties work great indoors, but they degrade quickly in sunlight. For outdoor use, choose UV-stabilised or black UV-resistant ties. For extreme heat, chemicals, or corrosive environments, stainless steel is your best option.

4. Forgetting temperature limits
Standard nylon cable ties operate between -40°C and +85°C. Outside that range, they become brittle or soft. If you're working in freezing conditions or near heat sources, check the temperature rating before you buy.

5. Bulk buying without checking specs
A 1,000-pack or a box deal might look like a bargain, but it's worthless if the ties are the wrong size, strength, or material for your job. Always check the specifications match your application before ordering in bulk.

Getting the right cable tie saves time, prevents failures, and avoids costly rework.

📖Read our full Cable Ties Buyer's Guide: https://gtse.co.uk/cable-ties/cable-ties-buyers-guides

We’re excited to share that our eCommerce Director, Tom Armenante, will be speaking at Retail Ecom North 2026 in Manches...
28/01/2026

We’re excited to share that our eCommerce Director, Tom Armenante, will be speaking at Retail Ecom North 2026 in Manchester.

Tom will be joining the Retail Strategy Panel: Building a resilient brand in 2026 – why multichannel selling is the future of eCommerce and consumer trust.

As retail continues to evolve, building connected, multichannel experiences is key to long-term brand resilience.

Retailers interested in attending for free can sign up here: https://www.theretailbulletin.com/retail-events/retail-ecom-north/

See you in Manchester on February the 4th.

🎉 Happy New Year 2026! 🎉A big thank you to our customers, suppliers and partners for your continued support — and to the...
01/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year 2026! 🎉

A big thank you to our customers, suppliers and partners for your continued support — and to the GTSE team for the hard work and dedication that keeps everything moving. 🙌

Here’s to a successful and productive 2026 ahead. We’re excited for what’s to come and to keep supporting your projects throughout the year. 💪🛠️

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GTSE’s Christmas celebration this year was a great way to round off the year 🎄We enjoyed a fantastic meal at the Dakota ...
19/12/2025

GTSE’s Christmas celebration this year was a great way to round off the year 🎄

We enjoyed a fantastic meal at the Dakota Hotel before heading into Manchester’s Northern Quarter to carry on festivities - thanks to everyone who helped make it a great evening.

A good chance to reflect on a hugely successful year with strong growth, and to look ahead to what’s next. Thanks to the whole team for the hard work throughout the year🍻

With the festive season approaching, please note our warehouse will be closed from 23rd December 2025, reopening on 2nd ...
12/12/2025

With the festive season approaching, please note our warehouse will be closed from 23rd December 2025, reopening on 2nd January 2026.

Last day for next-day delivery: 23rd December

Order cut-off: 3:15pm

To avoid any delays, we recommend placing essential orders early. If you need help planning your stock, our team is happy to help!

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GTSE WeWork Dalton Place 29 John Dalton St
Manchester
M26DS

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Sunday 8:30am - 5:30pm

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+441246386126

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