Frequently Asked Questions

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When will I receive my order?

Orders of in-stock items received before 1:00pm ET (Monday-Friday) are shipped same day. Orders received after 1:00pm are shipped next business day (under normal business conditions). The following orders are excluded from the same day shipping guarantee:

  • Orders with credit holds
  • Orders received on a Holiday
  • Orders shipping via USPS
  • Orders shipping via Truck
  • Hazardous shipments
  • International shipments

Until further notice, UPS will ONLY guarantee on time delivery for air shipments going UPS Red (Next Day, Saver & Early AM). UPS Red Saver is now having that guarantee extended to 11:59pm for the same day.

Do you ship International?

We ship via UPS and FedEx International. We will contact you to discuss shipment and delivery options. At the same time, we will advise if there is a more economical method of shipment.

What kind of guarantee do you have on your products?

All products sold by Gesswein are guaranteed to be free from defects in material and/or workmanship. If you're not completely satisfied with any stock item purchased from us, you may return it within 30 days for a replacement or a refund. This guarantee does not include incidental or consequential expenses. No other warranty is implied.

Non-defective, non-stock items, which were ordered specially for you are not returnable.

Why am I being charged a Hazardous Fee?

All carriers charge a hazardous shipping fee for items they identify as hazardous such as flammable liquids, acids, some plating solutions, etc. There is a separate fee applied to each hazardous item in the shipment. This fee is indicated on the web page for any product to which it applies and will automatically be added to your cart as a separate fee at time of purchase.

Gesswein only ships hazardous items via ground transport only. Each hazardous item may have their own Hazard Fee. Internationally, hazardous items can be shipped via ocean freight only.

If we feel that your order has an undue amount of hazardous shipping charges, we will contact you to suggest more economical shipping options.

Do you offer Common Carrier (Truck) Shipments?

Some items, due to their size or weight, must be shipped by common carrier/truck. This information appears on the product page. These shipments require a separate shipping charge which will not be charged to your card until we have contacted you with a quote and received your approval. We have negotiated lower rates with selected carriers and will choose the most economical carrier for your shipment. We will contact you prior to shipment to arrange delivery.

If the trucker will have to off-load your shipment to a smaller delivery truck (i.e. limited access to your door – narrow alleyway) there may be a delay in delivery. Please make us aware of any special needs so we can take steps to minimize such delays for you.

Truck Shipment Charges – in addition to the Freight Charge
The following services can generate extra charges above the normal trucking rates:

  • Residential delivery
  • Liftgate service
  • Inside delivery
  • Hazardous goods surcharge
  • Redelivery due to customer unavailability
  • Telephone call notification by trucker prior to delivery
  • Any changes to the shipment after pick-up from FOB point

I live in Canada; why can't I order from your site?

All prices are in US dollars. Residents of Canada must order directly from Gesswein Canada in Toronto. Orders received via USA website will be forwarded to Gesswein Canada for re-billing and shipping. Please contact customer service at 800-263-6106 or visit their website atgesswein.ca

My shipment arrived damaged, how do I get a replacement?

If you see any obvious damage to the outside of the package (such as a hole, ripped or damaged cardboard, crushed corner — even if the damage appears slight), point it out to the carrier and write "Damaged" on the carrier's delivery sheet next to your signature. Do not sign the delivery sheet without a notation about the damages. If upon opening the box, you find the item(s) are missing or damaged, please call us at 1-800-544-2043 or 203-366-5400 (Mon-Fri from 9-5 ET) or email us at sales@gesswein.com so that we may assist you in both getting a replacement quickly and arranging for return/pickup/inspection of the damaged item. Be sure to save all cartons and packing materials.

If the box appears to be in good condition but you discover that the item inside is damaged, you should promptly contact Gesswein or the carrier. (This is classified as "hidden damage" and can occur when a box is dropped but lands flat causing no visible damage to the box itself.) Save all shipping cartons and packing materials for inspection.

Gesswein will not assume any responsibility for any losses that occur due to your failure to follow these steps.