Application

These terms and conditions shall apply to any contract for the sale of any goods and installation thereof by the company, whether the contract arises out of:

1. Any offer made by the company and accepted by the purchaser; OR
2. Any offer made by the purchaser and accepted by the company, including any such offer made in response to a quotation from the company.

No alteration or variation of these terms shall apply unless expressly agreed to in writing and signed by an authorised representative of the company.

Price

The price of the goods will be based on the company’s official list price at the date the deposit is paid and may vary according to the US$ exchange rate.

Payments

• In most cases, a 60% deposit is required to confirm the order.
• The balance of any purchases is COD and must be settled on delivery, unless the client has a 30-day account. This account is only applicable to services rendered and excludes equipment, imported items, or software purchases.
• Any outstanding amount not paid on the due date will bear interest at 1% above the prime overdraft rate, as certified by an FNB South Africa manager, from the due date until full settlement.

Delivery

• Delivery shall occur at either IME’s premises or the purchaser’s designated delivery address, if agreed in writing.
• Risk passes on handover or collection by a third-party carrier. IME is not liable for delays, loss, or damage once goods have left its premises.

Ownership

Ownership remains with IME until the full contract price is paid. The purchaser shall not resell or encumber the goods prior to full payment.

Confidentiality

IME treats this agreement and its related documents as confidential and shares them with authorities only when required by law.

Liability & Limitations

• IME shall not be liable for any damages, loss of profit, or delays due to events beyond its control.
• No warranty is given unless expressly agreed upon in writing..

Suspension of Obligations

IME may suspend deliveries or services in cases of non-payment or breach of contract. All outstanding amounts become immediately payable.

Cancellation

IME may cancel the contract in the event of breach, liquidation, or insolvency. Upon cancellation, ownership of unpaid goods remains with IME.

Jurisdiction

This contract is governed by South African law. Disputes will be resolved in South African courts.