Effective Date: September 6, 2018

Welcome to MACHNIST. These Terms and Conditions govern your access to and use of our website, including all product pages, articles, images, videos, downloadable materials, inquiry forms, catalogs, technical documents, and related online services.

By accessing this website, submitting an inquiry, downloading materials, or communicating with us through this website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use this website.

For the purpose of these Terms and Conditions, “MACHNIST,” “we,” “our,” or “us” refers to Machnist Machine Tool Co., Ltd., and “you,” “your,” or “user” refers to any visitor, customer, distributor, agent, buyer, or organization accessing this website.

1. Company Information

MACHNIST is a supplier and manufacturer of metalworking machinery, including but not limited to:

• CNC press brakes
• Hydraulic press brakes
• Electric press brakes
• Hybrid press brakes
• Fiber laser cutting machines
• Shearing machines
• Press brake tooling
• Spare parts and accessories
• Related metal fabrication equipment

Company Name: Machnist Machine Tool Co., Ltd.
Website: https://machnist.com
Email: info@machnist.com

The information provided on this website is intended for general business, technical, and commercial reference only.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By using this website, you confirm that you are legally capable of entering into business communications, inquiries, negotiations, or purchase agreements on behalf of yourself or your organization.

If you use this website on behalf of a company, distributor, agent, or other legal entity, you represent that you have the authority to act on behalf of that entity.

These Terms and Conditions may be updated from time to time. Continued use of this website after any changes means that you accept the revised terms.

3. Website Use

You agree to use this website only for lawful and legitimate business purposes.

You must not:

• Use this website for fraudulent, misleading, or illegal purposes.
• Submit false, inaccurate, or misleading information through inquiry forms.
• Attempt to damage, disable, overload, or interfere with the operation of this website.
• Copy, reproduce, scrape, download, or use website content for unauthorized commercial purposes.
• Upload or transmit viruses, malware, spam, or harmful code.
• Impersonate another person, company, buyer, distributor, agent, or organization.

We reserve the right to restrict or block access to this website if we believe that a user has violated these Terms and Conditions.

4. Product Information

All product information displayed on this website, including specifications, technical parameters, machine models, configurations, images, videos, application examples, cutting samples, bending samples, and descriptions, is provided for general reference only.

Although we make reasonable efforts to keep product information accurate and up to date, we do not guarantee that all website content is complete, current, error-free, or suitable for your specific application.

Final machine specifications, technical configuration, controller model, hydraulic system, laser source, cutting head, machine color, safety device, tooling, accessories, warranty terms, delivery time, and other commercial terms shall be confirmed only in our official quotation, proforma invoice, sales contract, or written agreement.

Product images and videos are for illustration purposes only. The actual machine may vary depending on the confirmed configuration, customization requirements, production batch, technical upgrades, or customer-specific needs.

5. No Final Offer on Website

Information shown on this website does not constitute a binding offer, sales contract, or final quotation.

Any price, delivery time, production time, technical specification, product availability, or performance description mentioned on this website is subject to final written confirmation by MACHNIST.

A purchase order, inquiry, email, WhatsApp message, or online form submission does not create a binding sales contract unless it is confirmed by our official quotation, proforma invoice, sales contract, or written agreement.

6. Quotations

All quotations are subject to final confirmation.

Unless otherwise stated in writing, quotations may be affected by:

• Machine configuration
• Optional accessories
• Controller brand and model
• Raw material cost
• Exchange rate changes
• Ocean freight changes
• Destination port charges
• Insurance cost
• Customs requirements
• Import duties and taxes
• Local regulations
• Special packaging requirements

A quotation is valid only within the validity period stated in the quotation. If no validity period is stated, the quotation is subject to reconfirmation before order placement.

MACHNIST reserves the right to adjust or withdraw a quotation before an order is formally confirmed.

7. Orders and Order Confirmation

An order is considered confirmed only when all required commercial and technical details have been agreed in writing and the required payment has been received according to the agreed payment terms.

Before production, the buyer is responsible for confirming all key details, including but not limited to:

• Machine model
• Working length
• Tonnage or laser power
• Controller system
• Axis configuration
• Voltage and frequency
• Tooling requirements
• Safety devices
• Optional accessories
• Machine color
• Destination port or delivery address
• Incoterms
• Payment terms
• Special documentation requirements

Once an order is confirmed and production has started, changes may not be possible or may result in additional costs and extended delivery time.

8. Customization

Many MACHNIST machines are manufactured or configured according to customer requirements. Customized machines may include special sizes, special voltage, special controllers, special tooling, special safety systems, special colors, special software, special packaging, or other non-standard requirements.

Customized products cannot be canceled, returned, or refunded once production has started, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

The buyer is responsible for providing accurate technical requirements, drawings, materials, application details, and working conditions before order confirmation.

MACHNIST shall not be responsible for performance issues caused by incomplete, inaccurate, or incorrect information provided by the buyer.

9. Payment Terms

Payment terms shall be confirmed in our official quotation, proforma invoice, sales contract, or written agreement.

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, typical payment methods may include:

• T/T bank transfer
• Letter of Credit, if accepted by MACHNIST
• Other payment methods agreed in writing

Bank charges, transfer fees, intermediary bank fees, and other payment-related costs shall be borne by the buyer unless otherwise agreed.

Production normally starts after the required deposit or advance payment is received.

The balance payment must be paid before shipment unless otherwise agreed in writing.

MACHNIST reserves the right to delay production, delivery, shipment, or release of documents if payment is not received according to the agreed terms.

10. Delivery and Incoterms

Delivery terms shall be confirmed in our official quotation, proforma invoice, sales contract, or written agreement.

Common trade terms may include EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, or other Incoterms agreed by both parties.

The responsibilities, costs, and risks of seller and buyer shall be determined according to the confirmed Incoterms and written agreement.

Unless otherwise agreed, delivery time begins only after:

• Deposit or required payment is received.
• Technical details are confirmed.
• Drawings and configurations are approved, if applicable.
• Required documents or information are provided by the buyer.

Delivery time is an estimated period and may be affected by production schedule, raw material supply, shipping space, customs inspection, port congestion, force majeure, or other factors beyond our reasonable control.

MACHNIST shall not be responsible for delays caused by shipping companies, customs authorities, port operations, local import procedures, buyer’s document delay, or circumstances beyond our control.

11. Shipping, Insurance, Customs, and Import Duties

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the buyer is responsible for import customs clearance, import duties, taxes, local port charges, inland transportation, unloading, installation site preparation, and other destination-related costs.

For CIF or other terms including freight and insurance, the included insurance shall be based on the agreed shipping terms and standard marine insurance conditions unless otherwise specified.

MACHNIST can assist with shipping arrangements, but we do not control shipping schedules, customs inspection, port congestion, local charges, or destination country regulations.

The buyer is responsible for checking and confirming local import requirements before placing an order.

12. Packaging

MACHNIST will provide suitable export packaging according to machine type, shipping method, and agreed requirements.

Standard packaging may include protective wrapping, anti-rust treatment, steel fixing, wooden packaging, or other export packaging methods depending on the product.

Special packaging requirements must be confirmed before order placement and may result in additional costs.

The buyer should inspect the packaging and machine condition upon arrival. If visible damage is found, the buyer should immediately take photos, videos, and obtain written records from the carrier, shipping company, port operator, or insurance party.

13. Installation and Training

Installation, commissioning, and training terms shall be confirmed in the quotation, proforma invoice, sales contract, or written agreement.

Depending on the agreed service scope, MACHNIST may provide:

• User manuals
• Operation videos
• Online technical guidance
• Remote installation support
• Online training
• On-site engineer service, if agreed

Unless otherwise agreed, on-site installation costs, including engineer visa, round-trip air tickets, accommodation, meals, local transportation, translation, and daily service fees, shall be borne by the buyer.

The buyer is responsible for preparing the installation site, foundation, power supply, air supply, hydraulic oil, grounding, lifting equipment, tools, operators, and other necessary conditions before installation.

MACHNIST shall not be responsible for installation delays or machine performance issues caused by unsuitable site conditions, incorrect power supply, poor grounding, insufficient air supply, unqualified operators, or failure to follow our technical instructions.

14. Machine Operation and Safety

The buyer is responsible for ensuring that operators, technicians, and maintenance personnel are properly trained before using the machine.

The buyer must operate the machine according to the user manual, safety instructions, warning labels, and technical guidance provided by MACHNIST.

The buyer is responsible for complying with all local safety regulations, electrical standards, labor regulations, and machine operation requirements in the destination country or region.

MACHNIST shall not be responsible for accidents, injuries, damage, production loss, or legal consequences caused by:

• Incorrect operation
• Unauthorized modification
• Removal or bypassing of safety devices
• Improper installation
• Poor maintenance
• Use by untrained personnel
• Use beyond the machine’s rated capacity
• Use for unsuitable materials or applications

15. Warranty

Warranty terms shall be confirmed in our official quotation, proforma invoice, sales contract, or written agreement.

Unless otherwise stated in writing, the warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials or workmanship under normal use and proper operation.

Warranty does not cover:

• Consumable parts
• Wearing parts
• Tooling wear
• Lubricants
• Hydraulic oil
• Filters
• Lenses
• Nozzles
• Protective windows
• Belts
• Seals
• Blades
• Electrical parts damaged by unstable power supply
• Damage caused by incorrect operation
• Damage caused by incorrect voltage or unstable power supply
• Damage caused by poor grounding
• Damage caused by unauthorized modification
• Damage caused by improper installation
• Damage caused by poor maintenance
• Damage caused by collision, overload, misuse, negligence, or accident
• Damage caused by fire, flood, lightning, earthquake, or other force majeure events
• Damage caused by third-party repair without written approval from MACHNIST

During the warranty period, MACHNIST may provide remote diagnosis, technical guidance, repair instructions, or replacement parts according to the actual situation and agreed warranty terms.

The buyer may be required to provide photos, videos, alarm records, system information, wiring details, operation history, or other diagnostic materials before warranty service is provided.

Warranty service does not include compensation for production loss, labor cost, business interruption, loss of profit, local repair cost, transportation cost, customs duty, tax, or other indirect losses unless otherwise agreed in writing.

16. Spare Parts and After-Sales Service

MACHNIST provides spare parts and technical support for machines supplied by us.

Spare parts may be provided free of charge or at cost depending on warranty status, failure cause, machine model, and agreed service terms.

For machines outside the warranty period, MACHNIST may provide paid spare parts, paid repair guidance, paid technical consultation, or paid on-site service.

The buyer is responsible for providing accurate machine information, including machine model, serial number, controller type, photos, videos, and fault description when requesting after-sales service.

17. Technical Documents and Downloads

This website may provide catalogs, brochures, manuals, technical articles, parameter tables, drawings, or other downloadable materials.

These materials are provided for general reference only and may not represent the final configuration of a specific machine.

MACHNIST reserves the right to update, modify, remove, or replace any technical document without prior notice.

The buyer should not rely solely on website downloads for final purchase decisions. Final technical requirements must be confirmed in writing before order placement.

18. Website Content and Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, images, videos, logos, product descriptions, technical drawings, icons, designs, catalogs, documents, page layouts, and brand elements, is owned by or licensed to MACHNIST.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, translate, upload, publish, sell, or use any website content for commercial purposes without our prior written permission.

Unauthorized use of our content, images, videos, product descriptions, technical documents, or brand name may result in legal action.

19. Trademarks and Brand Use

The MACHNIST name, logo, product names, slogans, website content, and brand elements may not be used without our written permission.

Distributors, agents, or partners may use MACHNIST brand materials only within the scope authorized by written agreement.

Unauthorized use of the MACHNIST brand, misleading representation, false agency claims, or false partnership claims is strictly prohibited.

20. Third-Party Brands and Components

This website may mention third-party brands or components, such as controller systems, hydraulic components, laser sources, electrical parts, linear guides, ball screws, or other machine components.

All third-party brand names, logos, and trademarks belong to their respective owners.

The mention of third-party brands does not imply ownership, endorsement, partnership, or official authorization unless specifically stated.

The actual component brand and model shall be confirmed in the final quotation, proforma invoice, sales contract, or written agreement.

21. Customer Reviews, Cases, and Application Examples

This website may display customer cases, machine photos, videos, application examples, testimonials, or project references.

Such content is provided to show typical applications and customer experiences. It does not guarantee that the same result will be achieved in every case.

Actual machine performance may vary depending on material type, thickness, operator skill, tooling, gas supply, power supply, maintenance, software, environment, and production requirements.

If a customer provides photos, videos, reviews, or feedback to MACHNIST, the customer grants us permission to use such materials for marketing, website, social media, catalog, presentation, and promotional purposes, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

22. Accuracy of Information Submitted by Users

When submitting an inquiry, requesting a quotation, or communicating with MACHNIST, you agree to provide accurate and complete information.

This may include:

• Company name
• Contact person
• Email address
• Phone number
• WhatsApp number
• Destination country
• Required machine model
• Material type
• Material thickness
• Working length
• Production requirements
• Drawings or samples
• Voltage and frequency
• Destination port
• Other technical or commercial requirements

MACHNIST shall not be responsible for quotation errors, technical mismatch, production delay, or delivery issues caused by inaccurate or incomplete information provided by the buyer.

23. Export Control and Compliance

The buyer is responsible for ensuring that the purchased machine, parts, software, technical documents, and related products comply with the laws and regulations of the destination country.

The buyer shall not use, resell, transfer, or export MACHNIST products in violation of applicable laws, sanctions, export control rules, or trade restrictions.

MACHNIST reserves the right to refuse any inquiry, order, shipment, or transaction if we believe it may violate applicable laws, regulations, sanctions, or compliance requirements.

24. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, MACHNIST shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the use of this website, purchase of products, machine operation, shipping delay, customs delay, installation delay, or after-sales service.

This includes but is not limited to:

• Loss of profit
• Loss of production
• Business interruption
• Loss of orders
• Loss of data
• Labor cost
• Local repair cost
• Customer claims
• Delay penalties
• Import losses
• Market losses
• Any other indirect or consequential losses

Our total liability, if any, shall not exceed the amount actually paid by the buyer for the specific product involved in the claim, unless otherwise required by applicable law or agreed in writing.

25. Disclaimer

This website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

MACHNIST does not guarantee that this website will always be available, uninterrupted, secure, error-free, or free from viruses or harmful components.

We may update, suspend, modify, or discontinue any part of the website at any time without prior notice.

We do not guarantee that website content will meet your specific business, technical, legal, or commercial requirements.

26. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, or services, such as YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, Google Maps, payment platforms, shipping websites, or other external resources.

These third-party websites are not controlled by MACHNIST.

We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, security, privacy practices, policies, or services of any third-party website.

Accessing third-party links is at your own risk.

27. Privacy

Your use of this website may involve the collection and processing of personal or business information, such as your name, email address, phone number, WhatsApp number, company name, country, inquiry details, and communication records.

For more information about how MACHNIST collects, uses, stores, and protects your information, please refer to our separate Privacy Policy.

By using this website or submitting an inquiry, you agree that MACHNIST may contact you by email, phone, WhatsApp, or other communication methods for quotation, technical discussion, order follow-up, after-sales service, or other business-related communication.

28. Cancellation and Refund

For standard products, cancellation and refund terms shall be confirmed in the quotation, proforma invoice, sales contract, or written agreement.

For customized machines, special configurations, special voltage machines, special tooling, or made-to-order products, cancellation or refund is generally not accepted once production has started.

If cancellation is accepted by MACHNIST in writing, the buyer may still be responsible for costs already incurred, including but not limited to:

• Raw material cost
• Purchased components
• Design cost
• Labor cost
• Processing cost
• Packaging cost
• Bank charges
• Storage cost
• Other order-related expenses

Any refund, if applicable, shall be processed according to the written agreement between both parties.

29. Force Majeure

MACHNIST shall not be liable for delay, failure, or inability to perform any obligation caused by events beyond our reasonable control.

Such events may include but are not limited to:

• Natural disasters
• Fire
• Flood
• Earthquake
• War
• Riot
• Epidemic
• Government restriction
• Customs inspection
• Port congestion
• Shipping delay
• Labor strike
• Power shortage
• Material shortage
• Supplier delay
• Internet failure
• Currency control
• Export or import restriction
• Other events beyond reasonable control

If a force majeure event occurs, MACHNIST will make reasonable efforts to notify the buyer and reduce the impact where possible.

30. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

Unless otherwise agreed in a final sales contract, these Terms and Conditions shall be governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where Machnist Machine Tool Co., Ltd. is legally registered.

Any dispute arising from the use of this website, product inquiry, quotation, or business communication shall first be resolved through friendly negotiation.

If no settlement can be reached, the dispute shall be resolved according to the dispute resolution method agreed in the final sales contract, proforma invoice, or written agreement between the parties.

In the event of any conflict between these website Terms and Conditions and a signed sales contract, the signed sales contract shall prevail.

31. Changes to These Terms

MACHNIST reserves the right to update, modify, or replace these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice.

The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Your continued use of this website after changes are posted means that you accept the updated Terms and Conditions.

32. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

MACHNIST
Machnist Machine Tool Co., Ltd.
Website: https://machnist.com
Email: info@machnist.com

Final Statement

For any confirmed order, the final quotation, proforma invoice, sales contract, and written agreement shall prevail over the general information displayed on this website.