Electronic Data Interchange

Fairview's EDI capabilities streamline our customers ordering experience.

What is EDI?

EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) is the computer-to-computer exchange of business documents

in a standard electronic format between trading partners.


What EDI Does

  • Automates communication between two business systems (for example, between Fairview and a distributor’s ERP system).

  • Standardizes data so both parties can interpret it correctly, regardless of their internal software.

  • Replaces manual processes like faxing, mailing, or emailing documents.


Common EDI Documents

  • Purchase Orders (850) – Sent from a buyer to a supplier to order products.

  • Invoices (810) – Sent from a supplier to a buyer for payment.

  • Advanced Shipping Notices (856) – Sent to inform a buyer about an incoming shipment.

  • Inventory Updates (846) – Communicates stock levels and product availability.


Benefits of EDI

  • Efficiency: Speeds up order processing and reduces manual data entry.

  • Accuracy: Minimizes human error and data mismatches.

  • Cost Savings: Reduces paper, printing, and administrative costs.

  • Visibility: Improves tracking of orders, shipments, and inventory in real-time.

  • Compliance: Meets the electronic trading requirements of many large customers and distributors.

TAILORED SOLUTIONS TO MEET YOUR UNIQUE MANUFACTURING NEEDS

At Fairview, we know that every manufacturing operation is unique — which is why we go beyond one-size-fits-all products to deliver tailored solutions that meet your specific needs. Our team works closely with you to understand your processes, challenges, and performance goals, allowing us to recommend and supply the right fittings, components, and systems for optimal efficiency and reliability. Whether you’re streamlining production, improving safety, or upgrading equipment, Fairview provides customized solutions that keep your manufacturing operations running at their best.

DEPENDABLE SUPPORT FOR YOUR INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS

At Fairview, we understand that dependable support is the backbone of every successful industrial operation. That’s why our team is committed to providing the expertise, reliability, and responsive service you need to keep your systems running smoothly. From product selection to technical assistance, we’re here to ensure you have the right solutions when you need them most. With decades of industry experience and a deep understanding of your operational challenges, Fairview is your trusted partner in keeping productivity high and downtime low.

56 Years of Service

WHY CHOOSE FAIRVIEW?

Fairview proudly operates a coast-to-coast distribution network across Canada and the United States, ensuring fast and reliable delivery wherever our customers do business. Our strategically located warehouses maintain robust local inventories, allowing us to meet demand quickly and minimize downtime. Backed by decades of industry experience, our knowledgeable employees provide technical expertise and personalized support you can trust. Fairview’s state-of-the-art testing laboratory guarantees the consistent quality and safety of every product we supply. With one of the highest order fill rates in the industry, we make it our mission to deliver the right products—on time, every time.

94%

Fill Rate

24 Hour

Turn around time