Delivery & Returns

Clear delivery, collection and returns guidance

XAMAX® supplies plain and customised workwear, uniforms, PPE, safety footwear and promotional clothing. Lead times and returns depend on whether your order is plain, customised, decorated or made up of multiple delivery parts.

Plain item lead times Decorated order guidance DPD parcel delivery Wakefield collection Returns support
XAMAX workwear order packed for delivery
Plain, customised and decorated orders have different delivery and returns rules.
Plain Plain items Usually ready quickly after sourcing
Logo Decorated orders Production starts after approval
DPD Parcel delivery Tracking available where provided
Shop Wakefield collection Free collection from our trade counter
Help Something wrong? Contact XAMAX® as soon as possible
Quick summary

The important delivery and returns points

The details matter, especially with customised clothing. Use this summary first, then check the relevant section below.

No decoration

Plain items

Plain, undecorated items are usually sourced, picked and packed quickly. XAMAX® gives you 21 days from delivery to request a return for plain items, provided they are unworn, in original packaging and saleable.

With your Logo

Decorated items

Decorated orders move into production after artwork, visual or sample approval. Once items are decorated, they cannot normally be returned unless the product or decoration is faulty.

Delivery by DPD

Delivery and collection

XAMAX® uses DPD for parcel delivery and also offers free collection from the Wakefield trade counter. Larger orders may be delivered by pallet.

Lead times

Plain and decorated orders work differently

XAMAX® does not stock every product in every size, colour and brand. Once your order is placed, the account management and procurement team begin sourcing your items.

Plain

Plain, undecorated items

Once your order is received, XAMAX® begins sourcing the items. If the products are not already in stock, they are usually ordered from suppliers. In most cases, items arrive within 24–72 hours and are then picked and packed ready for dispatch or collection.

Typical process
  • Order received
  • Products sourced or ordered from suppliers
  • Goods picked and packed
  • Dispatch or collection arranged
Add Your Logo

Decorated items

Decorated orders move forward once you confirm you are happy with the visual, Digital Sample or physical sample where applicable. XAMAX® then acquires the garments and places the order into the production schedule for printing or embroidery.

Current estimate
  • Garments usually arrive quickly after approval
  • You will be informed if there is a supplier delay
  • Estimated turnaround is 5–10 working days from confirmation to dispatch
  • XAMAX® often beats estimated lead times where production capacity allows
Delivery & collection

Parcel delivery, pallet delivery and Wakefield collection

Delivery method depends on order size, location and how the goods are packed. Collection from the Wakefield trade counter is also available.

DPD

Parcel delivery

XAMAX® currently uses DPD as its parcel delivery partner. Please provide a mobile number when ordering so delivery tracking can be shared where available.

Pallet

Large orders

If your order is too large for parcel delivery, or is split across many parts, it may be more practical and cost-effective to use pallet delivery. Your account manager will check that your delivery location can accept a pallet before arranging this.

XAMAX® Shop

Wakefield collection

You can collect from the XAMAX® trade counter in Wakefield. XAMAX® will contact you when your order is ready for collection.

Delivery costs

Delivery costs are calculated at checkout. Standard shipping charges assume delivery within UK Mainland. Highlands, Islands and Northern Ireland deliveries may incur additional shipping costs, and larger orders may cost more based on weight or delivery method.

Returns

Plain and customised products have different returns rules

Please contact XAMAX® as soon as possible if there is a problem with your order. The next step depends on whether the item is plain, customised, decorated, faulty or simply unsuitable.

Plain

Plain, undecorated items

XAMAX® gives you 21 days from delivery to request a return for plain, undecorated items. This gives you time to check sizing, colour and suitability while allowing returns to be handled promptly.

Return condition
  • Items must be unworn
  • Items must be in original packaging
  • Tags must be included where applicable
  • Items must be complete and in saleable condition
Hygiene

Hygiene-sensitive items

Some items may be exempt from return for hygiene reasons if the packaging has been opened. If you are unsure before opening or returning a product, contact your XAMAX® account manager for advice.

Examples may include
  • Sealed hygiene-sensitive products
  • Items unsuitable for resale once opened
  • Products where return suitability needs checking
Customised and decorated items

Please check decorated orders as soon as they arrive

Customised and decorated products are made specifically for your order. Once garments have been printed or embroidered, they cannot normally be returned unless the base product or decoration is faulty.

  • Please check decorated items as soon as your order arrives.
  • Report any visible issue with decorated items within 3 days of delivery where possible.
  • If XAMAX® asks for the goods to be returned for inspection, please return them within 10 days of delivery where possible.
  • Quick reporting helps XAMAX® investigate the issue while delivery, production and supplier details are still current.
  • Check all visuals, Digital Samples or physical samples carefully before approving production.
  • Check colour, logo position, suitability, spelling, sizing and garment choice before approval.
Delivery & returns FAQ

Common delivery and returns questions

Quick answers for customers ordering workwear, PPE, safety footwear, plain clothing or customised logo garments from XAMAX®.

How long do plain items usually take?

Plain items are usually sourced, picked and packed quickly. If products need to be ordered from suppliers, they usually arrive within 24–72 hours in most cases before dispatch or collection is arranged.

How long do decorated orders take?

Decorated orders are usually estimated at 5–10 working days from your confirmation to dispatch. This begins after you have approved the visual, Digital Sample or physical sample where applicable.

Which courier does XAMAX® use?

XAMAX® currently uses DPD for parcel delivery. Larger orders may be delivered by pallet if that is more practical for the size, weight or number of parcels.

Can I collect my order?

Yes. You can choose free collection from the XAMAX® trade counter in Wakefield. XAMAX® will contact you when your order is ready to collect.

Can I return plain clothing?

XAMAX® gives you 21 days from delivery to request a return for plain, undecorated items, provided they are unworn, in original packaging, complete with tags where applicable and in saleable condition. This does not affect any statutory rights that may apply.

Can I return embroidered or printed clothing?

Customised and decorated products cannot normally be returned unless the base product or decoration is faulty, damaged, not as described or incorrectly decorated. Please check all visuals, samples, sizes, colours and logo positions carefully before approving production.

What should I do if something is wrong?

Contact XAMAX® as soon as possible. For decorated items, please report visible issues within 3 days of delivery where possible. If XAMAX® asks for the goods to be returned for inspection, please return them within 10 days of delivery where possible. These timeframes help XAMAX® investigate quickly and do not affect your statutory rights.

Need help with an order?

Contact XAMAX® before returning anything

If something is wrong with your order, or if you are unsure whether a product can be returned, contact XAMAX® first so the team can advise on the next step.

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