Terms & Conditions
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1.
Scope The
terms and conditions of sale contained herein apply to all quotations made and
purchase orders entered into by the Seller. These terms and conditions supersede
and replace any terms and conditions attached to Buyer’s order and Seller’s
acceptance is expressly conditional upon Buyer’s acceptance of these terms and
conditions. No waiver, alteration or modification of any of the provisions
hereof shall be binding unless in writing, signed by a duly authorised
representative of the Seller. In the event of a conflict between the provisions
on the face of the acknowledgement or quotation which is annexed and made a part
hereof, and these terms and conditions, then the terms and conditions on the
face of the acknowledgement or quotation shall govern. 2.
Acceptance of Order All
orders must be approved and accepted in writing by Seller at its office in
Melbourne. The validity of this order, as well as its interpretation, operation
and effect shall be determined exclusively by the principles of law in the State
of Victoria. 3.
Prices Seller’s
prices do not include GST. Consequently, in addition to the prices specified
herein, the amount of any present or future sales, use, excise, personal
property or other similar tax applicable to the sale or use of the equipment
hereunder shall be paid by the Buyer, or in lieu thereof, the Buyer shall
provide Seller with a tax-exemption certificate acceptable to the taxing
authorities. Should
these Terms and Conditions accompany a quotation will remain open for a period
of thirty (30) days from the date of the quotation or for such other period of
time as may be specified in the quotation; provided, however, that in the event
to cost of material increases prior to acceptance of a purchase order by Seller,
the amount of such increase will be added to the quoted prices. 4.
Terms of Payment Invoices
are due and payable net thirty (30) days from the date of invoice. Failure to
make any payment due under the terms of this agreement shall constitute a
material breach. If, in the judgement of the Seller, the financial condition of
the Buyer at any time does not justify continuation of production or shipment on
the terms of payment originally specified, the Seller may require full or
partial payment in advance and, in the event of the bankruptcy or insolvency of
the Buyer or in the event any proceeding is brought by or against the Buyer
under the bankruptcy or insolvency laws the Seller shall be entitled to cancel
any order then outstanding and shall receive reimbursement for its cancellation
charges which include, but are not limited to, all costs, direct and indirect
for labour, materials, tools, overhead and a profit equal to that which the
Seller would be entitled had the order not been cancelled. The
Buyer shall have no right to delay the manufacture or shipment or the articles
which are the subject of this order without prior written consent of the Seller.
In the event that such delay is agreed to in writing by the Seller at the
request of the Buyer, payments shall then be made by the Buyer for (1) materials
purchased to complete this order plus (2) the percentage of completion
multiplied by the full purchase price of the order less the cost of materials
purchased. In the event that delay extends beyond ninety (90) days from the date
of the order, and there is a price increase, Buyer agrees to pay such increased
price for articles shipped thereafter. Each
shipment shall be considered a separate and independent transaction, and payment
therefore shall be made accordingly. If shipments are delayed at the request of
Buyer, payments shall become due on the date when Seller is prepared to make
shipment. Products held for Buyer shall be at the risk and expense of the Buyer.
Buyer grants Seller a purchase money security interest in all articles under
this agreement until such time as full purchase price is paid. Seller reserves the right to charge and Buyer agrees to pay, interest on all overdue amounts at the rate of 1.5% per month or part thereof during which any balance due Seller remains unpaid. All costs of collection of unpaid amounts due Seller, including, but not limited to, court costs and attorneys fees shall be borne by Buyer. 5.
Delivery Shipping
dates are approximate only and subject to change. Unless otherwise specified in
this agreement, delivery shall be FOB Seller’s plant, Melbourne, Victoria, and
the method of shipment and carrier shall be selected by the Seller unless the
Buyer shall have specified in writing a method of shipment and carrier then (10)
days prior to scheduled shipment. In
all cases, Buyer assumes risk of loss or of damage to goods in transit and is
shall be Buyer’s responsibility to file claim with the carrier. If the Buyer
desires insurance or valuation greater than the minimum on the shipment, he
shall so notify the Seller in writing ten (10) days prior to the scheduled
shipment and the cost thereof shall be an additional charge to the Buyer. If no
such notice is received, shipment shall be made without insurance and at minimum
valuation. 6.
Excusable Delay The Seller shall not be liable for delays in delivery of failure to manufacture or deliver due to causes beyond the Seller’s reasonable control, including, but not limited to, acts of God, acts of the Buyer, acts of civil or military authority, priorities, fires, strikes, floods, epidemics, war, riot, delays in transportation or car shortages, obtaining necessary labour, materials, components or manufacturing facilities.
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7.
Acceptance of Goods and Services Buyer
shall inspect the goods delivered hereunder immediately upon their arrival and
shall within five (5) days of their arrival give written notice to Seller of any
claim that the goods do not conform with the terms of the contract. If
Buyer fails to give notice, the goods shall be deemed to conform, and Buyer
shall be bound to accept and pay for the goods in accordance with the terms of
the contract. Buyer expressly waives any rights he may have to revoke acceptance
after such five (5) day period. Services will be rendered with due care and
skill; and will be reasonably fit for the purpose desired or are of such a
nature and quality as may reasonably be expected to achieve the result. 8.
Patents If
the articles which are the subject hereof are to be produced according to
Buyer’s specifications, Buyer agrees to indemnify Seller against, and hold
harmless from all judgments, decrees, costs and expenses including fees
resulting from any alleged infringements on any Australian or foreign letters
patent. 9.
Packaging Seller
will provide commercial packaging adequate, under normal conditions, to protect
the goods in shipment and to identify the contents. Any special packaging agreed
to by Seller will be done at Buyer’s expense. 10.
Designs, Specifications, Material Furnished by the
Buyer Seller
assumes no responsibility for the performance of products manufactured to
Buyer’s design or specifications nor for defects in raw material, parts, or
sub-assemblies furnished by the Buyer or his agents. 11.
Warranty Seller
warrants that all items will be delivered free from defects in material and
workmanship and in conformance with contractual requirements. Seller makes no
other warranties, express or implied and specifically NO WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 12.
Limitation of Liability The Seller’s exclusive liability for breach of warranty shall be limited to repairing or replacing at the Seller’s option items returned to Seller’s plant at Buyer’s expense within one year of the date of delivery. The Seller’s liability on any claim of any kind, including negligence, for loss or damage arising out of, connected with or resulting from this order, or from the performance or breach thereof or from the manufacture, sale, delivery, resale, repair or use of any item or services covered by or furnished under this order shall in no case exceed the price allocable to the item or service or part thereof which gives rise to the claim and in the event Seller fails to manufacture or deliver items other than standard products that appear in Seller’s catalogue. Seller’s exclusive liability and Buyer’s exclusive remedy shall be release of the Buyer from the obligation to pay the purchase price. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE SELLER BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. 13.
User
Advisories Buyer
will take all appropriate measures to advise users and operators of the products
delivered hereunder of all potential dangers to persons or property, which may
be occasioned by such use. Buyer will indemnify and hold Seller harmless from
all claims of any kind for injuries to persons and property arising from use of
the products delivered hereunder. Buyer will, at its sole cost, carry liability
insurance adequate to protect Buyer and Seller against such claims. 14.
Assignment Except
as herein expressly provided to the contrary, the provisions of this agreement
are for the benefit of the parties to the agreement and not for the benefit of
any other party. Any assignment of this order or any rights hereunder by the
Buyer without written consent of the Seller shall be void. 15.
Jurisdiction Legal
enforcement of all contracts between Seller and Buyer shall be governed by the
law of the State of Victoria and the parties agree to submit to the jurisdiction
of the courts in that state. 16. Return Policy All
Standard Catalogue Products offered by the Seller can be returned within 30 days
of purchase for partial credit. A 30% restocking charge, or 70% credit against
future purchases, may be issued after meeting the following criterion and
inspection by the Seller.
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