www.rapideducation.co.uk
Who are we?
Rapid has been a supplier to schools, colleges and universities for over
25 years, providing a fast and efficient service of best value products
and components. Whatever your resource needs, we are here to help.
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What do we do?
Rapid stocks over 32,000 product lines. Our portfolio includes a vast
range of products for Design & technology, Art & Craft, Robotics,
Electronic Project Kits, ICT, Science and Laboratory Equipment, Health
& Safety Equipment, Electronic Components and Stationary Products, to
name but few.
Building on the success
of our main catalogue for schools we have recently launched several
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The Science catalogue
encompasses products for key stages 3 to 4 and includes Physics,
Electronics, Chemistry and Biology as well as essential Health and
Safety equipment. The comprehensive range covers all aspects of
scientific equipment from test tubes, magnets and thermometers, to
data loggers, power supplies and an extended range of electronic
project kits based on the requirements of the National Curriculum.
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The Primary catalogue
focuses on products to suit younger students in key stages 1 & 2 and
includes everything from Art and Craft materials, Paints and Accessories,
Textiles and Magnets, to Chemistry, Electronics and Biology accessories.
The Design and Technology catalogue focuses on
students in key stage 1 to 4 and includes everything you need from basic
electronic components, constructional materials, project kits, PIC based
projects, moving vehicle and clock making components to tools, soldering
equipment and test equipment.
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Projects, Activities
& Sponsorships
Rapid is highly involved in a number of projects and activities
throughout the UK, working closely with schools and educational
establishments such as sponsoring Tendering Technology College’s
“Phatman” vehicle in the Greenpower Formula 24 Marathon.
Rapid managing
director, Paul Baker said: “By being closely involved in design and
technology projects, we gain valuable feedback that helps us develop
future catalogues, products and services to best meet the needs of our
education customers”. |
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West Nottinghamshire
College’s South Pole Challenge, saw a team of staff and students
successfully trek ‘the last degree’ on foot to the pole, gaining
invaluable experience of ambition, endurance, survival and leadership.
Stepping Stones special needs nurseries
provide exceptional learning support to children up to 16 years of age
with physical disabilities. They also offer invaluable support and respite
for parents. This year Rapid is pleased to be sponsoring Stepping Stones
Grand Summer Ball.
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For two years now
Toyota Manufacturing UK and Rapid have joined forces to organise the
Toyota Technology Challenge. To enter this exciting competition,
designed for key stage 3 & 4, students have to build and design an
environmentally friendly model vehicle. Teams progress through the
competition stages, representing their school at regional and national
level. Students have the opportunity to win up to £1,000 in cash for
their school, trophies and for the best of the best in each category,
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The University of
Strathclyde Electronics Club has also recently benefited from Rapid’s
sponsorship. The club provides a well equipped venue where all
undergraduate students can undertake the construction and testing of their
electronic circuit designs, with easy access to constructional advice and
test equipment. Rapid
has also joined forces with Setpoint Cambridgeshire, BBC Radio
Cambridgeshire, the Institute of Physics and Exscite Ltd, to assist in
Cambridge Science Festival’s Einstein™ Year Radio Challenge & Competition,
in which entrants had to complete the assembly of an AM Radio Kit and
design and build a suitable case for it.
What Services do we provide?
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No Minimum Order Value-
Same Day Despatch
No minimum order value and FREE delivery on all orders over £25. Same day
despatch on orders placed between Monday to Friday.
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Free Technical Support
All account holders have access to free unlimited technical support. Our
technical advisors have extensive experience of helping with product
selection and application within education. Contact our technical team on
01206 835566, or e-mail
tech@rapidelec.co.uk
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Education Support
Rapid’s dedicated education team is available to discuss your every
product and project support requirement. Specialists in Education, the
team look forward to discussing your needs.
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Free Education Resources
We regularly publish advice and application information specifically aimed
at schools and colleges, available completely FREE of charge. Visit our
website for the latest range of technical posters and other educational
resources.
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Comprehensive Product
Range
We stock over 32,000 product lines many of which have been selected
exclusively to meet the specific needs of education. For those seriously
involved in electronics we also supply our full industrial catalogue.
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Competitive Prices
Rapid delivers best value by providing affordable and competitively priced
products across its range.
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Simple Ordering
To order: - Call our Sales Department on 01206 751166 from 8.00 am to 8.00
pm, Monday to Friday, or
- Fax us on 01206 751188, or
- Visit our website at
www.rapideducation.co.uk and place your order online.
For all new product lines, price reductions and special offers please
visit our website.
www.rapideducation.co.uk
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