Terms and Conditions
These Terms and Conditions govern the use of this website and the provision of services by Carrick Machinery Ltd (“the Company”). By accessing the website or engaging the Company’s services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you should not use the website or proceed with any service engagement. These Terms apply in conjunction with the Company’s Privacy Policy and Cookies Policy.
1. Definitions
“Company” refers to Carrick Machinery Ltd.
“Client” means any individual, business, or organisation engaging or enquiring about services.
“Services” refers to industrial machinery sourcing, brokerage, and related consultancy or advisory work.
“Website” refers to all pages and content published under the Company’s web domain.
“Data” refers to any information provided by clients or obtained as part of service delivery.
2. Scope of Services
The Company acts as a broker and intermediary for industrial machinery, CNC systems, production lines, and related equipment. Services include sourcing, supplier liaison, evaluation, transaction coordination, and delivery support. The Company does not manufacture, refurbish, or install machinery unless expressly stated.
All descriptions on the website are indicative only. Services are confirmed via a written proposal, quotation, or agreement. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw any service offering at its discretion.
3. Client Responsibilities
Clients agree to provide complete and accurate information regarding machinery requirements, operational context, technical specifications, and any legal or regulatory constraints. Clients must ensure that any data provided for sourcing purposes, including contact details of suppliers or operators, is lawfully shared.
Clients are responsible for obtaining consents or permissions required to facilitate machinery acquisition or engagement with third-party suppliers. The Company is not liable for errors arising from inaccurate or incomplete client information.
4. Fees and Payment
Fees for brokerage and sourcing services are detailed in written proposals or agreements. Invoices are payable within the stated terms. The Company reserves the right to suspend services where fees remain unpaid.
Additional fees may apply for services outside the agreed scope, including international shipping, customs compliance, or specialist consultancy. Deposits or staged payments may be required before work begins.
5. Limitation of Liability
Carrick Machinery Ltd acts as an intermediary and does not assume responsibility for the performance, condition, or installation of sourced machinery. All risk associated with equipment ownership, operation, or delivery remains with the client.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Company shall not be liable for indirect, consequential, or economic loss arising from use of services. Liability for direct loss shall not exceed fees paid for that specific engagement.
6. Data Handling and GDPR Compliance
Carrick Machinery Ltd processes client and supplier data in accordance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Personal Data collected during service provision is only used for legitimate business purposes, including sourcing, supplier communication, and transaction facilitation.
6.1 Lawful Basis
Data is processed under contract necessity, legitimate business interests, or consent, where applicable.
6.2 Data Minimisation
Only information required for sourcing and brokerage purposes is collected. Personal Data is securely stored, anonymised when possible, and not shared outside authorised parties.
6.3 Retention
Data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfil contractual obligations or comply with legal requirements. After expiry, data is securely deleted or anonymised.
6.4 Rights of Individuals
Clients and suppliers retain GDPR rights including access, rectification, objection, and deletion, subject to contractual or regulatory obligations.
7. Third-Party Suppliers
The Company may introduce clients to third-party suppliers or brokers. While due diligence is performed, the Company is not responsible for supplier performance, delivery times, or machinery condition. Contracts for purchase remain directly between the client and third party.
8. Intellectual Property
All documentation, proposals, sourcing research, and reporting produced by the Company remain its intellectual property unless otherwise agreed in writing. Clients are granted a limited licence to use deliverables for internal purposes only.
9. Confidentiality
All client and supplier information is treated as confidential. The Company may use anonymised examples of work for portfolio purposes unless the client requests otherwise in writing.
10. Website Use
Users must not misuse the website, attempt unauthorised access, introduce malware, or use content for unlawful purposes. Access may be restricted in case of misuse.
11. Termination
The Company may suspend or terminate services in the event of non-payment, abusive conduct, or material breach of agreement. Fees for work already completed remain payable. Clients may terminate services according to written agreement terms.
12. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
13. Updates
These Terms may be updated periodically. The latest published version applies to website use and future engagements unless otherwise agreed in writing.