{"id":5475,"date":"2021-10-01T13:01:38","date_gmt":"2021-10-01T13:01:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/valve-atlas.com\/terms-conditions\/"},"modified":"2025-11-19T02:57:22","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T02:57:22","slug":"terms-conditions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/valve-atlas.com\/fr_CA\/terms-conditions\/","title":{"rendered":"Conditions g\u00e9n\u00e9rales"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"5475\" class=\"elementor elementor-5475\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f366426 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f366426\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a890ce elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2a890ce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"590\"><strong data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"561\">Effective Date: January 1, 2025<\/strong><br data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"564\" \/><strong data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"590\">Issued by: Valve-Atlas<\/strong><\/p><hr data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"595\" \/><h2 data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"626\"><strong data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"626\">1. Acceptance of Terms<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"941\">By accessing, using, or purchasing any products or services from <strong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"708\">Valve-Atlas<\/strong> (\u201cValve-Atlas\u201d, \u201cwe\u201d, \u201cour\u201d, \u201cus\u201d), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms &amp; Conditions (\u201cTerms\u201d). If you do not agree, you must discontinue use of our website and services immediately.<\/p><hr data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"946\" \/><h2 data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"977\"><strong data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"977\">2. Company Information<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1055\"><strong data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"994\">Valve-Atlas<\/strong><br data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"997\" \/>Toronto, Ontario, Canada<br data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1024\" \/>Email: <strong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1055\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1053\">info@valve-atlas.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1152\">These Terms apply to all orders, transactions, quotations, and communications with Valve-Atlas.<\/p><hr data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\" \/><h2 data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1194\"><strong data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1194\">3. Use of Website &amp; Services<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1346\">Customers may use Valve-Atlas products and services solely for lawful, professional, and commercial purposes.<br data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1308\" \/>The following are strictly prohibited:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1524\"><li data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1388\"><p data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1388\">Unauthorized access or data scraping<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1431\"><p data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1431\">Reverse engineering of website systems<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1472\"><p data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1472\">Interference with service operations<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1524\"><p data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1524\">Misuse of technical documents or certifications<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1622\">Valve-Atlas reserves the right to refuse service to any individual or entity for non-compliance.<\/p><hr data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1627\" \/><h2 data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1675\"><strong data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1675\">4. Product Information &amp; Specifications<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1825\">Valve-Atlas supplies industrial valves, fittings, fire protection components, and engineering-related materials sourced from international partners.<\/p><p data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1905\">All product specifications, certifications, dimensions, and technical details:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"2083\"><li data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1950\"><p data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"1950\">Are provided for informational purposes<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"2008\"><p data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"2008\">May change without notice due to manufacturer updates<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2083\"><p data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2083\">May vary depending on region, regulatory requirements, or availability<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2166\">Valve-Atlas is not responsible for errors, misprints, or outdated specifications.<\/p><hr data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2171\" \/><h2 data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2202\"><strong data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2202\">5. Quotations &amp; Orders<\/strong><\/h2><h3 data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2228\"><strong data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2226\">5.1 Quotations<\/strong><\/h3><ul data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2386\"><li data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2300\"><p data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2300\">All quotations are valid only for the period noted on the document.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2301\" data-end=\"2386\"><p data-start=\"2303\" data-end=\"2386\">Pricing may change due to market conditions, freight rates, or supply fluctuations.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"2388\" data-end=\"2418\"><strong data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2416\">5.2 Order Acceptance<\/strong><\/h3><p data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2462\">An order is considered accepted only after:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2554\"><li data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2505\"><p data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2505\">Written confirmation from Valve-Atlas<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2506\" data-end=\"2554\"><p data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2554\">Receipt of payment (unless otherwise agreed)<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2622\">We reserve the right to reject or modify orders at our discretion.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"2624\" data-end=\"2670\"><strong data-start=\"2628\" data-end=\"2668\">5.3 Custom or Special-Order Products<\/strong><\/h3><p data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2782\">Custom-engineered or special-order items may require deposits, extended lead times, and are <strong data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2781\">non-refundable<\/strong>.<\/p><hr data-start=\"2784\" data-end=\"2787\" \/><h2 data-start=\"2789\" data-end=\"2822\"><strong data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2822\">6. Pricing &amp; Payment Terms<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2849\">Unless explicitly stated:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2851\" data-end=\"3075\"><li data-start=\"2851\" data-end=\"2930\"><p data-start=\"2853\" data-end=\"2930\">Prices exclude taxes, duties, brokerage fees, tariffs, and freight charges.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2931\" data-end=\"3013\"><p data-start=\"2933\" data-end=\"3013\">Payment must be made prior to shipment unless credit terms have been approved.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3014\" data-end=\"3075\"><p data-start=\"3016\" data-end=\"3075\">Late payments may incur interest and administrative fees.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3077\" data-end=\"3156\">Valve-Atlas reserves the right to withhold shipment until balances are cleared.<\/p><hr data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3161\" \/><h2 data-start=\"3163\" data-end=\"3192\"><strong data-start=\"3166\" data-end=\"3192\">7. Shipping &amp; Delivery<\/strong><\/h2><h3 data-start=\"3194\" data-end=\"3231\"><strong data-start=\"3198\" data-end=\"3229\">7.1 Shipping Responsibility<\/strong><\/h3><p data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3339\">Valve-Atlas arranges shipments using trusted carriers and freight partners. Risk transfers to the customer:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3341\" data-end=\"3412\"><li data-start=\"3341\" data-end=\"3373\"><p data-start=\"3343\" data-end=\"3373\">Upon pickup (FOB Origin), or<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3374\" data-end=\"3412\"><p data-start=\"3376\" data-end=\"3412\">Upon delivery (if agreed in writing)<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"3414\" data-end=\"3446\"><strong data-start=\"3418\" data-end=\"3444\">7.2 Delivery Estimates<\/strong><\/h3><p data-start=\"3447\" data-end=\"3499\">All delivery dates are <strong data-start=\"3470\" data-end=\"3483\">estimates<\/strong> and subject to:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3622\"><li data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3519\"><p data-start=\"3503\" data-end=\"3519\">Carrier delays<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3520\" data-end=\"3543\"><p data-start=\"3522\" data-end=\"3543\">Customs inspections<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3544\" data-end=\"3566\"><p data-start=\"3546\" data-end=\"3566\">Weather conditions<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3586\"><p data-start=\"3569\" data-end=\"3586\">Port congestion<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3587\" data-end=\"3622\"><p data-start=\"3589\" data-end=\"3622\">Global supply chain disruptions<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3624\" data-end=\"3680\">Valve-Atlas is not liable for delays beyond its control.<\/p><hr data-start=\"3682\" data-end=\"3685\" \/><h2 data-start=\"3687\" data-end=\"3728\"><strong data-start=\"3690\" data-end=\"3728\">8. Inspection, Damages &amp; Shortages<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"3730\" data-end=\"3792\">Customers must inspect all shipments immediately upon receipt.<\/p><ul data-start=\"3794\" data-end=\"3914\"><li data-start=\"3794\" data-end=\"3850\"><p data-start=\"3796\" data-end=\"3850\">Visible damages must be reported within <strong data-start=\"3836\" data-end=\"3848\">48 hours<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3851\" data-end=\"3914\"><p data-start=\"3853\" data-end=\"3914\">Concealed damages must be reported within <strong data-start=\"3895\" data-end=\"3914\">5 business days<\/strong><\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3916\" data-end=\"3999\">Claims require:<br data-start=\"3931\" data-end=\"3934\" \/>Photos, packing lists, invoice number, and carrier documentation.<\/p><p data-start=\"4001\" data-end=\"4066\">Failure to report within the specified timeframe voids the claim.<\/p><hr data-start=\"4068\" data-end=\"4071\" \/><h2 data-start=\"4073\" data-end=\"4100\"><strong data-start=\"4076\" data-end=\"4100\">9. Returns &amp; Refunds<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"4102\" data-end=\"4177\">Returns require a formal <strong data-start=\"4127\" data-end=\"4169\">Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA)<\/strong> number.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"4179\" data-end=\"4216\"><strong data-start=\"4183\" data-end=\"4216\">Non-returnable items include:<\/strong><\/h3><ul data-start=\"4217\" data-end=\"4394\"><li data-start=\"4217\" data-end=\"4247\"><p data-start=\"4219\" data-end=\"4247\">Custom-engineered products<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4248\" data-end=\"4285\"><p data-start=\"4250\" data-end=\"4285\">Special-order valves and fittings<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4286\" data-end=\"4341\"><p data-start=\"4288\" data-end=\"4341\">Fire protection components that have been installed<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4342\" data-end=\"4394\"><p data-start=\"4344\" data-end=\"4394\">Items damaged by misuse or improper installation<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"4396\" data-end=\"4441\">Restocking fees (typically 15\u201325%) may apply.<\/p><p data-start=\"4443\" data-end=\"4497\">Refunds are issued only after inspection and approval.<\/p><hr data-start=\"4499\" data-end=\"4502\" \/><h2 data-start=\"4504\" data-end=\"4523\"><strong data-start=\"4507\" data-end=\"4523\">10. Warranty<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"4525\" data-end=\"4683\">Warranty coverage is provided by the manufacturer unless otherwise stated.<br data-start=\"4599\" data-end=\"4602\" \/>Valve-Atlas will facilitate warranty submissions but does not guarantee outcomes.<\/p><p data-start=\"4685\" data-end=\"4709\">Warranty does not cover:<\/p><ul data-start=\"4711\" data-end=\"4830\"><li data-start=\"4711\" data-end=\"4736\"><p data-start=\"4713\" data-end=\"4736\">Improper installation<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4737\" data-end=\"4777\"><p data-start=\"4739\" data-end=\"4777\">Misuse or unauthorized modifications<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4778\" data-end=\"4830\"><p data-start=\"4780\" data-end=\"4830\">Operating conditions outside manufacturer limits<\/p><\/li><\/ul><hr data-start=\"4832\" data-end=\"4835\" \/><h2 data-start=\"4837\" data-end=\"4871\"><strong data-start=\"4840\" data-end=\"4871\">11. Limitation of Liability<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"4873\" data-end=\"4912\">To the maximum extent permitted by law:<\/p><ul data-start=\"4914\" data-end=\"5196\"><li data-start=\"4914\" data-end=\"4998\"><p data-start=\"4916\" data-end=\"4998\">Valve-Atlas is <strong data-start=\"4931\" data-end=\"4945\">not liable<\/strong> for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4999\" data-end=\"5098\"><p data-start=\"5001\" data-end=\"5098\">Valve-Atlas is <strong data-start=\"5016\" data-end=\"5030\">not liable<\/strong> for loss of profit, production downtime, or business interruption<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"5099\" data-end=\"5196\"><p data-start=\"5101\" data-end=\"5196\">Valve-Atlas\u2019s total liability is limited to the <strong data-start=\"5149\" data-end=\"5167\">purchase price<\/strong> of the product in question<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"5198\" data-end=\"5255\">These limitations apply regardless of the form of action.<\/p><hr data-start=\"5257\" data-end=\"5260\" \/><h2 data-start=\"5262\" data-end=\"5294\"><strong data-start=\"5265\" data-end=\"5294\">12. Intellectual Property<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"5296\" data-end=\"5498\">All content, logos, images, documents, product descriptions, and website materials are the exclusive property of Valve-Atlas and may not be copied, modified, or reproduced without written authorization.<\/p><hr data-start=\"5500\" data-end=\"5503\" \/><h2 data-start=\"5505\" data-end=\"5544\"><strong data-start=\"5508\" data-end=\"5544\">13. Compliance &amp; Export Controls<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"5546\" data-end=\"5591\">Customers are responsible for complying with:<\/p><ul data-start=\"5593\" data-end=\"5757\"><li data-start=\"5593\" data-end=\"5638\"><p data-start=\"5595\" data-end=\"5638\">Local and international trade regulations<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"5639\" data-end=\"5661\"><p data-start=\"5641\" data-end=\"5661\">Import\/export laws<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"5662\" data-end=\"5709\"><p data-start=\"5664\" data-end=\"5709\">Certification requirements for installation<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"5710\" data-end=\"5757\"><p data-start=\"5712\" data-end=\"5757\">Fire protection and plumbing code standards<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"5759\" data-end=\"5833\">Valve-Atlas is not liable for non-compliance by the customer or installer.<\/p><hr data-start=\"5835\" data-end=\"5838\" \/><h2 data-start=\"5840\" data-end=\"5864\"><strong data-start=\"5843\" data-end=\"5864\">14. Governing Law<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"5866\" data-end=\"6033\">These Terms are governed by the laws of the <strong data-start=\"5910\" data-end=\"5933\">Province of Ontario<\/strong> and the <strong data-start=\"5942\" data-end=\"5968\">federal laws of Canada<\/strong>.<br data-start=\"5969\" data-end=\"5972\" \/>Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in Ontario courts.<\/p><hr data-start=\"6035\" data-end=\"6038\" \/><h2 data-start=\"6040\" data-end=\"6061\"><strong data-start=\"6043\" data-end=\"6061\">15. Amendments<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"6063\" data-end=\"6229\">Valve-Atlas may modify or update these Terms at any time without prior notice.<br data-start=\"6141\" data-end=\"6144\" \/>Continued use of the Website or Services constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Effective Date: January 1, 2025Issued by: Valve-Atlas 1. 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