Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

> Is your full product range available to buy online?
> What are your hours of operation?
> How do I contact Tensator?
> Are Tensator SAFEcontractor approved?
> What is DDA Compliance?
> Why is the system rejecting my payment transaction?
> Are Tensator members of the British Airport Services & Equipment Association?


Order Questions


> Do the product selling prices include VAT?
> Are there any restrictions on online ordering?
> Is there a minimum order size?
> How long will it take to get what I order?
> How can I track my orders?
> How much do you charge for shipping?
> Do you ship internationally?
> How can I pay? Is it safe to use my credit card?
> What does prioritise my order mean?
> Does my order billing address have to match my card billing address?


Returns & Warranty Questions


> What Tensator's Terms and Conditions of Sale?
> What is your returns policy?
> When Your Order Arrives
> General Returns Procedure
> Products Damaged During Shipment
> Defective or Incorrect Products
> Incorrectly Ordered Products/Restocking Fee Policy


Product FAQs


> What post colours, webbing options, tape ends and base choices are available?
> Can I get assistance in creating a layout to help determine which products I require?
> How do I configure Tensator's Café Banner Solutions?
> How do I assemble the Café Banner solutions?
> Can I hire posts from you?
> How can I maintain my product?
> Do you provide installation and maintenance services?
> Do Wall Units and Recess Units come with wall clips?
> Are magnetic tape ends available for Tensabarriers and Wall Units?
> Are replacement cassettes available?




General Questions

Is your full product range available to buy online?

No, only products displaying a "from" price are available to purchase online. For further product information or to purchase non-buy online items please call our sales support team on +44 (0) 1908 684600.

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What are your hours of operation?

Our normal hours of operation are 8.30am - 5.15pm, Monday to Friday.
For 24 hour convenience, you may order online.

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How do I contact Tensator?

Contact our Sales Support team on 01908 684600 or email at info@tensator.com

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Are Tensator SAFEcontractor approved?

Yes, Tensator has achieved SAFEcontractor certification status, please click here to view our Accreditation Certificate.

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What is DDA Compliance?

Most places in the UK that are open to the public are required to comply with the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA). Please download our fact sheet for further information.

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Why is the system rejecting my payment transaction?

Due to our strict fraud screening process your card billing address MUST EXACTLY match your order billing address, or your order will not be processed. This may be one of the reasons why your transaction has not been processed.

For example, if your card billing address is registered as Flat 3, House 1. The order billing address must also be keyed in as Flat 3, House 1. If it is entered as House 1, Flat 3 then the payment will not be processed.

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Are Tensator members of the British Airport Services & Equipment Association?

Yes, Tensator are registered members, please click here to view our 2008 Certificate of Membership.

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Order Questions


Do the product selling prices include VAT?

No, the prices shown on the website do not include VAT.

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Are there any restrictions on online ordering?

Our Buy Online systems are currently available for customers with UK delivery addresses* only. Customers with delivery addresses outside of the UK may use the system to configure their order in full and will be contacted thereafter by our Customers Services Team.

*England, Scotland and Wales. Excludes Offshore Islands and Scottish Highlands.

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Is there a minimum order size?

No! We accept all orders, no matter how small, on all standard products.

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How long will it take to get what I order?

For every order, there are generally two things that contribute to how fast your merchandise will arrive at its destination.
  1. At the bottom of your shopping cart, you will see something entitled Estimated Business Days Before Shipment. This reflects our "standard" production time. Please note that this is an estimated date, and not a guaranteed shipping date. (If you need your order to ship more quickly, we are happy to assist you! Simply call us at 01908 684600 to speak to our Sales Support team.)
  2. Once your order is shipped from our factory, the time it takes to arrive is determined by the method of shipment and the destination.
If you have additional questions regarding your order, please don't hesitate to contact us.

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How can I track my orders?

You may also find out the status of your order, by contacting our Sales Support team on 01908 684600.

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How much do you charge for shipping?

If you would like to know the freight cost prior to placing an order, please contact our Sales Support team on 01908 684600.

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Do you ship internationally?

Yes! We ship to foreign destinations each and every day.

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How can I pay? Is it safe to use my credit card?

Customers must pay by major credit card. Other payment options may be available offline, through phone or fax orders. Please speak with our Sales Support team to review your options.

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What does prioritise my order mean?

By selecting this option your order will be prioritized for order processing and within our production schedule. Extra care will be given to your order to ensure it is processed on an expedited basis from start to finish.

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Does my order billing address have to match my card billing address?

Yes, due to our strict fraud screening process your card billing address MUST EXACTLY match your order billing address, or your order will not be processed.

For example, if your card billing address is registered as Flat 3, House 1. The order billing address must also be keyed in as Flat 3, House 1. If it is entered as House 1, Flat 3 then the payment will not be processed.

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Returns & Warranty Questions

What Tensator's Terms and Conditions of Sale?

Please view our Terms and Conditions document to find out more

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What is your return policy?


While we try our best to ensure that every order received is completely satisfactory, we understand it is sometimes necessary to return an item(s). Before returning any item, please contact Sales Support on 01908 684600 to obtain a Concern Reference Number along with instructions on how and where to return the product.

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When Your Order Arrives


After you receive your merchandise, please be sure to open all boxes and check the contents immediately for defects or inaccuracies as Tensator must be notified of any damage, shortages or other order problems within 24 hours of receipt of products. Failure to do so may jeopardise your right to a refund.

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General Returns Procedure

Before returning any item, please contact Sales Support on 01908 684600 to obtain a Concern Reference Number along with instructions on how and where to return the product.

We reserve the right not to accept merchandise returned after 30 days of the issuance of a Concern Reference Number. Tensator will not accept items returned without a Concern Reference Number.

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Products Damaged During Shipment

If the packaging appears damaged on the outside, please refuse to accept it from the carrier or make a notation on the proof of delivery slip that the items are damaged. If you do accept a damaged shipment you must inform us immediately as claims for damaged goods must be presented to the carrier within 24 hours of receipt.

Tensator will not be responsible for visible shipment damage not reported to us within 24 hours of receipt. If the packaging appears undamaged but there is "hidden damage" to the products inside the packaging, contact Tensator Sales Support within 24 hours of receipt. We cannot accept "hidden damage" claims after this period as we are unable to pass on claims to the carrier after this time.

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Defective or Incorrect Products


We will only accept a return if a Concern Reference Number has been issued and the product is returned in the original Tensator Products packaging or adequate/protective packaging. The products must be brand new (never used) in perfect condition and contain all the contents shipped in the original order. Any item(s) returned used and/or damaged not having been reported as such upon the Concern Reference Number issuance will not be eligible for a refund.

Special product orders or custom items may only be returned if defective, damaged, or incorrectly processed by Tensator. Customer ordering errors for custom items are not eligible for a refund.

Summary of Non-Returnable Items:
  • Custom items incorrectly ordered by customer
  • Items that have been installed
  • Items that are not brand new and/or where contents that were shipped in the originalorder are missing
  • Items not adequately packaged
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Incorrectly Ordered Products/Restocking Fee Policy

From time to time it may be necessary to return an item that was incorrectly ordered (except custom items). If you wish to do this, please obtain a Concern Reference Number and instructions as to how to return the merchandise from our Customer Service Team.

Incorrectly ordered products or general merchandise returned within 30 days of invoice date are subject to a 25% restocking fee plus the cost of freight for inbound and outbound shipping regardless of whether or not a reorder is placed. This deduction will be made from your refund automatically.

Please note that items returned after 30 days from the invoice date are subject to a higher restocking fee or may not be returnable at all.

There is substantial cost in processing orders and shipping products. There is also cost in returning products, issuing the Concern Reference Number, restocking returned merchandise, paperwork processing etc. *For this reason, we adhere strictly to our Returns and Restocking Fee Policy.

Only merchandise containing a standard Tensator Concern Reference Number will be accepted for return processing.

*Tensator reserves the right to modify this policy without notice.


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Product FAQs:

What post colours, webbing options, tape ends and base choices are available?

Click here to view our full range of colour and finish options.

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Can I get assistance in creating a layout to help determine which products I require?

Our helpful Sales Support team are standing by to assist you! Please contact us whenever we can be of service to you, to provide expert advice and layout ideas.

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How do I configure Tensator's Café Banner Solutions?

For our Chrome Café Banner Solution you will need at least 2 posts, 1 rod and 1 banner. (When ordering Chrome posts you will automatically receive a bungee to attach the banner to the post).

For our Stainless Steel Café Banner Solution you will require a minimum of 2 posts, 2 rods and 1 banner.

Both our Café Banner Solutions measure just under 1.5m from post centre to post centre (1445mm).

Click here to view further configuration advice

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How do I assemble the Café Banner solutions?

Tensator's Café Banner Solutions are easy to assemble, please click here for further information

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Can I hire posts from you?

Hire options are available, please call the Sales Support team on 01908 684600 for further information.To view our Hire Post Terms & Conditions please click here.

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How can I maintain my product?

Our products require only simple maintenance. A wipe with a damp cloth is all that is required. Do not use bleach, detergent or abrasives. Replacement parts are available for most wear and tear items, we even provide a complete maintenance service.

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Do you provide installation and maintenance services?

Tensator provides a full installation, maintenance and technical support service for all our products via a dedicated team of trained technicians.

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Do Wall Units and Recess Units come with wall clips?

Yes they do, for specific information please refer to individual product pages.

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Are magnetic tape ends available for Tensabarriers and Wall Units?

Yes, magnetic tape ends are available on all Tensabarriers and Wall Units, please contact Sales Support on +44 (0) 1908 684600 to discuss your requirements and place your order.

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Are replacement cassettes available?

Yes, Tensator do sell a wide range of replacement cassettes, please call Sales Support on +44 (0) 1908 684600 to discuss your requirements

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