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Written by Jake Oakey on April 28, 2026

How OAKEYS Safety Helps UK Companies Save 15 to 20 Percent on Workwear and PPE

If you are searching for cheap hi vis workwear, where to buy workwear, or a reliable PPE supplier in the UK, you are not alone. Most companies want better pricing, but very few actually know what they should be paying.

At OAKEYS Safety Ltd, we have worked with over 50 UK businesses to compare their current supplier pricing against what they could be paying. The results are consistent and backed by real data.

Companies switching to OAKEYS save on average 15 to 20 percent on their workwear and PPE spend. Across those businesses, that has already delivered a total saving of £229,000, which works out at an average of £4,580 pounds per company.

This is based on real like for like comparisons between their current buy price and the new price through us.


Why most companies overpay for workwear

A lot of businesses think they are already getting good pricing. In reality, most are not checking the market properly.

Common issues we see include

Working with the same supplier for years without reviewing prices
Paying high costs for embroidery and print
Missing out on bulk discounts
Paying convenience pricing instead of competitive rates

Even well run construction and rail companies often have not benchmarked their pricing in a long time.


How OAKEYS reduces your workwear costs

We focus on one thing. Lowering your total spend without compromising on quality or compliance.

Like for like product savings

We compare what you are currently buying and match it exactly where needed. That includes brands like Portwest, Pulsar and Beeswift.

In many cases, it is the exact same product at a lower price. Nothing changes operationally for your business except the cost.


Supplier negotiation done for you

We regularly negotiate pricing with manufacturers and distributors based on volume and demand.

A lot of companies do not have the time or leverage to do this properly. We handle it for you and pass the savings on.

If your current pricing is strong, we will tell you. If it is not, we improve it.


Smarter product selection

Where it makes sense, we recommend alternatives that meet the same safety standards but cost less.

This is especially effective for

Hi vis clothing
Safety boots
Safety Gloves
Everyday site PPE

You still meet compliance requirements. You just spend less doing it.


Branding savings that most companies miss

Branding is often where costs quietly add up.

We reduce these costs by improving how embroidery and print is sourced and applied.

The key thing to understand is this

The higher your volume, the better your price becomes

For companies rolling out uniforms across teams or sites, this can lead to significant additional savings on top of garment costs.


Real numbers from UK businesses

Across more than 50 companies we have worked with

Total savings delivered is £229,000
Average saving per company is £4,580
Typical saving range is 15 to 20%

These are not estimates. They are based on real orders, real invoices and real comparisons.


Where to buy workwear without overpaying

If you are currently searching for

Cheap hi vis workwear UK
Best place to buy workwear
Affordable PPE supplier UK
Workwear supplier near me

The answer is not just finding a cheaper website.

It is working with a supplier that understands pricing, negotiates properly and actively reduces your costs over time.

That is what OAKEYS Safety does.


Simple cost review with no risk

Getting started is straightforward

Send over your current pricing or recent orders
We review and compare everything
We show you exactly what you could be paying instead

If your current supplier is competitive, we will confirm it.

If not, you will see a clear saving straight away.


Final word

Workwear and PPE is a necessary cost, but it should not be an uncontrolled one.

Most companies are overspending without realising it. A proper review can unlock thousands in savings without changing the products your teams wear.

If you want cheaper workwear, better pricing and a supplier that actually works in your interest, OAKEYS Safety is built for that.

Get in touch and see what you could save.

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