1. General
These Terms and Conditions govern the use of the ValvesOnly Europe website and apply to all inquiries, requests for quotation (RFQs), technical consultations, orders, and commercial transactions conducted with ValvesOnly Europe.
By accessing this website, submitting an inquiry, requesting a quotation, or placing an order, the user agrees to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
ValvesOnly Europe reserves the right to revise, amend, or update these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the website or engagement with our services constitutes acceptance of any revised terms.
2. Website Purpose
This website is intended for business, industrial, engineering, procurement, and commercial purposes only.
Information published on this website is provided to assist customers in understanding valve products, materials, standards, and technical capabilities. The content is not intended to constitute engineering advice, design approval, or a binding commercial offer.
3. Product Information & Technical Data
All product descriptions, specifications, dimensions, pressure ratings, materials, drawings, images, technical documents, and performance data provided on this website or through business communications are supplied for general informational purposes only.
Final product selection, sizing, installation requirements, and application suitability remain the sole responsibility of the purchaser and/or end user.
ValvesOnly Europe shall not be liable for:
- Incorrect product selection
- Improper installation
- Unsuitable application conditions
- Operation outside specified design limits
- Failure to comply with applicable industry standards
Product specifications may be modified without notice due to design improvements, manufacturing requirements, material availability, or updates to international standards.
4. Requests for Quotation (RFQs)
Information submitted through quotation requests, technical inquiries, project specifications, or procurement documentation will be reviewed for the purpose of preparing commercial proposals and technical recommendations.
Any technical recommendation provided by ValvesOnly Europe is based solely on the information supplied by the customer and should be independently verified before implementation.
Submission of an inquiry or RFQ does not create any contractual obligation between the parties.
5. Quotations & Orders
All quotations issued by ValvesOnly Europe are valid only for the period stated within the quotation document.
Prices, delivery schedules, material availability, inspection requirements, and technical scope remain subject to confirmation at the time of order acceptance.
An order shall be considered accepted only upon written confirmation from ValvesOnly Europe.
Changes to specifications, quantities, testing requirements, documentation requirements, materials, or delivery terms after order confirmation may result in revised pricing, lead times, and commercial conditions.
6. Standards, Inspection & Testing
ValvesOnly Europe supplies products in accordance with applicable international standards, including but not limited to:
- API
- ASME
- ANSI
- DIN
- EN
- ISO
- BS
or any other standards specifically agreed within the purchase order or contract.
Inspection, testing, certification, witness testing, third-party inspection, material traceability requirements, and documentation requirements must be specified during the inquiry or order stage.
Inspection and test reports shall be supplied only where agreed within the order documentation.
7. Delivery & Lead Times
All delivery schedules communicated by ValvesOnly Europe are estimated and based on manufacturing capacity, material availability, inspection schedules, logistics conditions, and supplier performance.
ValvesOnly Europe shall not be held responsible for delays resulting from:
- Force majeure events
- Transportation disruptions
- Customs clearance delays
- Regulatory restrictions
- Supplier delays
- Material shortages
- Buyer-requested modifications
- Circumstances beyond reasonable control
Delivery dates should be considered estimates unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing.
8. Order Modifications & Cancellation
Orders may only be modified or cancelled with prior written approval from ValvesOnly Europe.
Once manufacturing activities, material procurement, machining, testing, documentation preparation, or project execution have commenced, cancellation may not be permitted.
Where cancellation is accepted, the customer shall be responsible for all costs incurred up to the date of cancellation.
Custom-built, project-specific, engineered-to-order, or non-standard products are generally non-cancellable and non-returnable once production has begun.
9. Product Rejection & Returns
Any claim relating to product defects, shortages, non-conformities, or shipment discrepancies must be submitted in writing within a reasonable period following receipt of goods.
Products subject to rejection must be returned to the designated ValvesOnly Europe inspection facility or warehouse for evaluation.
Following inspection, ValvesOnly Europe may, at its sole discretion:
- Repair the product
- Replace the product
- Issue a credit or refund where appropriate
Transportation, handling, customs, duties, and associated return costs shall remain the responsibility of the buyer unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Products damaged due to improper storage, installation, maintenance, handling, modification, misuse, or operation outside design limits shall not qualify for replacement or refund.
10. Warranty & Limitation of Liability
ValvesOnly Europe warrants that supplied products conform to the agreed specifications at the time of delivery.
Specific warranty terms, where applicable, shall be stated within the quotation, order confirmation, or contractual documentation.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, ValvesOnly Europe shall not be liable for:
- Loss of profits
- Loss of production
- Business interruption
- Indirect damages
- Consequential damages
- Special damages arising from the use or performance of supplied products
Any liability shall be limited to the value of the affected product supplied by ValvesOnly Europe.
11. Intellectual Property Rights
All website content, including:
- Product descriptions
- Technical documentation
- Drawings
- Images
- Graphics
- Logos
- Text
- Website design elements
remains the intellectual property of ValvesOnly Europe unless otherwise stated.
No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, modified, published, or commercially exploited without prior written consent.
12. Trade Compliance
Customers agree to comply with all applicable export control laws, sanctions regulations, customs requirements, and international trade regulations.
ValvesOnly Europe reserves the right to refuse quotations, orders, or transactions that may violate applicable trade, export, sanctions, or regulatory requirements.
13. Force Majeure
ValvesOnly Europe shall not be liable for any delay, interruption, or failure to perform obligations resulting from events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to:
- Natural disasters
- Floods
- Fires
- Epidemics or pandemics
- Government actions
- Labor disputes
- Energy shortages
- Transportation disruptions
- Supply chain interruptions
15. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed and interpreted in accordance with the applicable laws of the jurisdiction in which ValvesOnly Europe is registered and operates.
Any dispute arising from the use of this website or commercial transactions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts of that jurisdiction unless otherwise agreed in writing between the parties.
