Terms & Conditions
Terms and Conditions of Use
1. Introduction
Welcome to Steel and Aluminium.co.za. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. Steel and Aluminium.co.za (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates as an online buying channel, importer, and exporter of steel and aluminium products. We function solely as a reseller and trading platform; we do not carry stock or manufacture products. Our inventory is procured from reputable steel and aluminium mills, machine shops, and traders.
2. Nature of Our Services
- Trading Platform: We act as an intermediary that connects buyers with suppliers.
- Reselling Model: We procure products from third-party mills, machine shops, and traders. As such, the guarantees and warranties on the products reflect those provided by the original suppliers.
- Importer and Exporter: Our platform facilitates both domestic and international transactions for steel and aluminium products.
3. No Stock or Direct Manufacture
- No Inventory Held: Steel and Aluminium.co.za does not hold physical stock. All products listed are available for order through our suppliers.
- Third-Party Fulfillment: Orders are fulfilled directly by our supply partners. We rely on their standards for quality, warranties, and after-sales service.
4. Guarantees, Warranties, and Liability
- Supplier-Provided Warranties: All guarantees and warranties for products sold on our platform are as provided by the original manufacturers, mills, machine shops, or traders.
- Disclaimer of Liability: We are not responsible for any defects, inaccuracies, or discrepancies in product descriptions, specifications, or performance. Buyers should verify warranty terms directly with the respective supplier prior to purchase.
- Due Diligence: It is the buyer’s responsibility to conduct their own due diligence on the products and suppliers before finalizing any transactions.
5. User Responsibilities
- Account Security: If you create an account with us, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
- Accurate Information: You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration and ordering process.
- Compliance: You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe on the rights of, restrict, or inhibit anyone else's use and enjoyment of the website.
6. Intellectual Property
- Content Ownership: All content on Steel and Aluminium.co.za, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of Steel and Aluminium.co.za or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
- Limited License: You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the website for personal, non-commercial purposes.
7. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of our website after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Insert Jurisdiction]. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located within [Insert Location].
9. Contact Information
For any questions, concerns, or clarifications regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
- Email: info@steelandaluminium.co.za