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MSC INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY CO., MACHININGCLOUD ANNOUNCE EXCLUSIVE E-COMMERCE AGREEMENT

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MSC Industrial Supply Co. has entered into an exclusive e-commerce agreement with MachiningCloud, allowing the distribution of metalworking and MRO products through MachiningCloud's platform. This partnership aims to enhance efficiency for manufacturing customers by providing quick access to optimal tool combinations and direct purchasing options. Customers can leverage the platform's advanced data and models for better tool selection, ultimately streamlining their production processes. MSC's extensive catalog, featuring around 2.3 million products supported by strong supply chain capabilities, positions it as a leading distributor in North America. This collaboration is expected to drive productivity and reduce costs for end users.

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  • Exclusive agreement with MachiningCloud enhances MSC's distribution capabilities.
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MELVILLE, N.Y. and CAMARILLO, Calif., April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MSC Industrial Supply Co., a premier North American distributor of a broad range of metalworking and maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) products and services, today announced an agreement to be the exclusive e-commerce distributor of metalworking and MRO products to customers of MachiningCloud, an industry leader in manufacturing tool data.

MachiningCloud's cutting-edge platform offers a one-stop solution for manufacturing customers' machining application needs by providing advanced and comprehensive data that can be seamlessly integrated into their CAD/CAM programming systems. Customers can access manufacturer-supplied data and 3D and 2D models to  easily find the optimal combination of tool components for their specific applications and implement them into their production processes. Under this exclusive e-commerce agreement, end users will be able to purchase those tools directly from MSC through MachiningCloud's digital platform.

"Helping customers quickly find the right combination of tool components to create complete assemblies for their applications saves time and money, consistent with our approach to improving the productivity of manufacturers' operations. We are pleased to deliver greater efficiency to MachiningCloud's customers by offering them access to our vast array of metalworking and MRO products," said Jamie Goettler, Sr. Director of Metalworking Sales & Innovation for MSC.

The MachiningCloud platform enables customers to search catalogs to find and select the right tool components much faster and more easily than traditional methods, such as websites, paper catalogs and telephone calls. To further simplify the process of purchasing those tool components, MachiningCloud customers will be able to rely on MSC's supply chain strengths directly through MachiningCloud.

"As the top metalworking product distributor in North America, MSC is a valuable partner for MachiningCloud and our customers due to its deep relationships with all of the top metalworking brands and the deep metalworking expertise that its associates offer," said Dan Frayssinet, President of MachiningCloud. "We are pleased to make MSC our exclusive e-commerce distributor of metalworking and MRO products." 

About MSC Industrial Supply Co. 
MSC Industrial Supply Co. (NYSE: MSM) is a leading North American distributor of a broad range of metalworking and maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) products and services. We help our customers drive greater productivity, profitability and growth with approximately 2.3 million products, inventory management and other supply chain solutions, and deep expertise from more than 80 years of working with customers across industries. Our experienced team of approximately 7,000 associates works with our customers to help drive results for their businesses - from keeping operations running efficiently today to continuously rethinking, retooling, and optimizing for a more productive tomorrow. For more information on MSC Industrial, please visit mscdirect.com.

About MachiningCloud
MachiningCloud is a leading software platform that provides manufacturers access to cutting-edge technology to optimize their cutting tool selection and usage. With advanced data and models available for all tooling types, MachiningCloud empowers manufacturers to make informed decisions in selecting the right tools for their specific applications. The platform's AI-powered features enable customers to streamline their production processes, reduce costs, and increase efficiency, ultimately resulting in a more competitive and successful manufacturing operation. MachiningCloud's exclusive partnerships with leading tooling suppliers, combined with their ability to seamlessly integrate with CAD/CAM programming systems, make it the go-to solution for manufacturers looking to optimize their tooling operations.

 

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What is the MSC Industrial Supply Co. and MachiningCloud agreement about?

MSC Industrial Supply Co. has signed an exclusive agreement to distribute metalworking and MRO products through MachiningCloud's e-commerce platform, enhancing customer access to products.

How will the MSC and MachiningCloud partnership benefit customers?

The partnership enables customers to quickly find and purchase optimal tool components, streamlining their production processes and potentially reducing costs.

When was the agreement between MSC and MachiningCloud announced?

The agreement was announced on April 12, 2023.

What types of products will MSC be distributing through MachiningCloud?

MSC will distribute a wide range of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) products.

What is the significance of the number 2.3 million in relation to MSC?

MSC offers approximately 2.3 million products, enhancing its service capabilities to manufacturing customers.

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