Terms and conditions of sale

    • DEFINITIONS

1.1 In these Terms:

“Buyer” means the person, company, or organisation purchasing Goods from the Seller.

“Contract” means any contract between the Seller and the Buyer for the sale of Goods.

“Goods” means the products supplied by the Seller under the Contract.

“Seller” means Pre-Treatment Solutions Ltd or any subsidiary company identified in the quotation or invoice.

“Terms” means these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

“Quotation” means any written quotation issued by the Seller.

    • APPLICATION OF TERMS

2.1 These Terms apply to all quotations, orders, and contracts for the sale of Goods by the Seller.

2.2 These Terms override any terms proposed by the Buyer unless agreed in writing by an authorised representative of the Seller.

2.3 Acceptance of delivery of the Goods constitutes acceptance of these Terms.

2.4 Any quotation provided by the Seller is valid for 30 days unless otherwise stated.

    • ORDERS AND CONTRACT FORMATION

3.1 A Contract shall only come into existence when the Seller confirms acceptance of the Buyer’s order in writing or supplies the Goods.

3.2 The Seller reserves the right to reject any order at its discretion.

3.3 The Buyer is responsible for ensuring that all order details and specifications are accurate.

    • PRICE

4.1 Prices are exclusive of VAT, delivery charges, duties, and taxes unless otherwise stated.

4.2 The Seller may adjust prices prior to dispatch where there are increases in raw material costs, transport costs, energy costs, import duties, taxes, or other costs outside the Seller’s reasonable control.

4.3 The Buyer shall pay the revised price notified by the Seller.

    • PAYMENT

5.1 Unless otherwise agreed in writing, payment is due within 30 days from the invoice date.

5.2 Time for payment is of the essence.

5.3 The Seller reserves the right to:
(a) suspend deliveries;
(b) cancel outstanding orders; and/or
(c) charge interest on overdue sums.

5.4 Interest shall accrue on overdue amounts at 1.5% per month above the outstanding balance until payment is made in full.

    • DELIVERY

6.1 Delivery dates are estimates only and time shall not be of the essence.

6.2 Delivery shall take place:
(a) when the Goods are unloaded at the Buyer’s premises; or
(b) when the Goods are collected by the Buyer or its carrier.

6.3 The Seller shall not be liable for delays caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control.

6.4 The Buyer must inspect the Goods upon delivery and notify the Seller in writing within 3 working days of any shortage, damage, or incorrect delivery.

    • RISK AND TITLE

7.1 Risk in the Goods passes to the Buyer upon delivery.

7.2 Title to the Goods shall not pass until the Seller has received payment in full for:
(a) the Goods; and
(b) all other sums due from the Buyer to the Seller.

7.3 Until title passes, the Buyer shall:
(a) store the Goods separately and clearly identified as the Seller’s property;
(b) maintain the Goods in satisfactory condition;
(c) insure the Goods for their full value; and
(d) not pledge or charge the Goods as security.

7.4 If the Buyer fails to make payment when due, the Seller may recover possession of the Goods and enter the Buyer’s premises for that purpose.

    • PRODUCT USE AND SAFETY

8.1 The Buyer is responsible for ensuring that the Goods are suitable for the Buyer’s intended application and use.

8.2 The Buyer shall comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards relating to the storage, handling, transport, processing, disposal, and use of the Goods.

8.3 The Buyer shall ensure that all employees, contractors, and customers handling the Goods are properly trained and equipped.

8.4 Safety data sheets and technical information supplied by the Seller must be reviewed before use of the Goods.

8.5 The Seller accepts no liability arising from misuse, improper storage, improper handling, or use contrary to instructions or applicable regulations.

    • WARRANTIES

9.1 The Seller warrants that the Goods shall, at the time of delivery, materially conform to their agreed specification.

9.2 If the Goods are defective, the Seller may, at its option:
(a) replace the Goods;
(b) repair the Goods; or
(c) refund the purchase price.

9.3 The Buyer must notify the Seller in writing immediately upon discovery of any alleged defect.

9.4 The Seller shall not be liable for defects caused by:
(a) improper storage or handling;
(b) misuse or alteration;
(c) failure to follow instructions;
(d) normal wear and tear; or
(e) use outside intended applications.

9.5 Where Goods are manufactured by third parties, the Seller will pass on the benefit of any manufacturer warranty where possible.

    • LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

10.1 Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for:
(a) death or personal injury caused by negligence;
(b) fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation; or
(c) any liability which cannot legally be excluded.

10.2 Subject to clause 10.1:
(a) the Seller shall not be liable for indirect, consequential, or economic loss;
(b) the Seller shall not be liable for loss of profit, production, business, contracts, or goodwill; and
(c) the Seller’s total liability shall not exceed the price paid for the Goods giving rise to the claim.

10.3 The Buyer is responsible for testing and verifying the suitability of the Goods for its intended use.

    • FORCE MAJEURE

11.1 The Seller shall not be liable for failure or delay caused by events beyond its reasonable control including:
(a) acts of God;
(b) fire;
(c) flood;
(d) war;
(e) strikes or labour disputes;
(f) shortages of raw materials;
(g) transport disruption;
(h) power failure; or
(i) government restrictions.

11.2 The Seller may suspend or cancel affected orders without liability where such events continue for an unreasonable period.

    • INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

12.1 All intellectual property rights relating to the Goods, documentation, specifications, formulations, designs, and technical information remain the property of the Seller or its licensors.

12.2 The Buyer shall not copy, disclose, reverse engineer, or reproduce any confidential or proprietary information supplied by the Seller.

    • TERMINATION

13.1 The Seller may terminate the Contract immediately if the Buyer:
(a) fails to pay any amount due;
(b) becomes insolvent;
(c) enters administration or liquidation;
(d) ceases trading; or
(e) commits a material breach of these Terms.

13.2 Termination shall not affect any accrued rights or remedies.

    • GOVERNING LAW

14.1 These Terms and any Contract between the parties shall be governed by the laws of England and Wales.

14.2 The courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction.

    • GENERAL

15.1 If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15.2 No failure or delay by the Seller in enforcing its rights shall constitute a waiver of those rights.

15.3 These Terms constitute the entire agreement between the parties relating to the sale of the Goods.

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