📋 Terms of Service

These terms govern your use of Geppetto's manufacturing services and our business relationship.

Last updated: January 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Geppetto's services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the service.

These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Geppetto Manufacturing Inc.

Definitions

  • • "Service" refers to CNC manufacturing, quotation, and related services
  • • "Customer" or "you" refers to the individual or entity using our services
  • • "We", "us", or "Geppetto" refers to Geppetto Manufacturing Inc.
  • • "Content" includes designs, specifications, CAD files, and communications

2. Service Description

Manufacturing Services

  • • CNC machining and precision manufacturing
  • • AI-assisted quotation and analysis
  • • Design for manufacturing consultation
  • • Quality assurance and inspection
  • • Shipping and logistics coordination

Service Limitations

  • • Services subject to technical feasibility assessment
  • • Minimum quality standards must be achievable
  • • Material availability and lead times may affect delivery
  • • Complex projects may require additional consultation

Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue services with reasonable notice. Existing orders will be completed under original terms.

3. Customer Responsibilities

Information Accuracy

  • • Provide accurate and complete specifications
  • • Ensure CAD files are error-free and manufacturable
  • • Communicate requirements clearly and promptly
  • • Update contact and billing information as needed

Legal Compliance

  • • Ensure designs don't infringe on intellectual property
  • • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
  • • Obtain necessary permits and approvals
  • • Use manufactured parts legally and responsibly

Prohibited Uses

  • • Manufacturing weapons or illegal items
  • • Counterfeiting or trademark violations
  • • Parts intended to harm people or property
  • • Any use that violates local or international law

4. Pricing and Payment

Quote Validity

  • • Quotes valid for 30 days unless otherwise specified
  • • Prices subject to material and labor cost changes
  • • Complex projects may require updated quotes
  • • Additional services may incur extra charges

Payment Terms

  • • 50% deposit required to start production
  • • Balance due before shipping
  • • Net 30 terms available for approved customers
  • • Late payments subject to 1.5% monthly service charge

Price Changes

We reserve the right to adjust prices for material cost fluctuations, design changes, or additional requirements discovered during production.

5. Production and Delivery

Lead Times

  • • Lead times are estimates based on current capacity
  • • Rush orders available with additional fees
  • • Delays may occur due to material availability or complexity
  • • We will communicate any significant delays promptly

Quality Standards

  • • Parts manufactured to specified tolerances
  • • Quality inspection performed before shipping
  • • Industry-standard certifications when required
  • • Documentation provided with completed orders

Delivery and Risk

  • • Risk of loss transfers upon shipment
  • • Shipping insurance available at additional cost
  • • Customer responsible for customs and duties
  • • Delivery delays by carrier not our responsibility

6. Quality Assurance and Warranties

Quality Warranty

  • • Parts warranted to meet specified dimensions and tolerances
  • • Material properties as specified in order
  • • Free from manufacturing defects
  • • Warranty period: 90 days from delivery

Warranty Limitations

  • • Warranty void if parts modified after delivery
  • • Normal wear and tear not covered
  • • Damage from misuse or improper storage excluded
  • • Customer must inspect parts upon receipt

Warranty Claims

Claims must be made within 30 days of discovery. We will repair, replace, or refund defective parts at our discretion.

7. Intellectual Property

Customer IP Rights

  • • You retain ownership of your designs and specifications
  • • We do not claim rights to your intellectual property
  • • Your IP information kept strictly confidential
  • • Non-disclosure agreements available upon request

Our IP Rights

  • • Our manufacturing processes and methods are proprietary
  • • AI algorithms and software are our intellectual property
  • • Manufacturing expertise and know-how protected
  • • Trademarks and branding remain our property

Infringement Protection

You warrant that your designs don't infringe on third-party rights and agree to indemnify us against any infringement claims.

8. Limitation of Liability

Important Legal Notice

Our liability is limited to the value of the specific order in question. We are not liable for consequential, indirect, or incidental damages.

Specific Limitations

  • • Maximum liability equal to order value
  • • No liability for lost profits or business interruption
  • • Force majeure events exclude liability
  • • Third-party actions beyond our control excluded

Exclusive Remedies

Repair, replacement, or refund of defective parts constitutes our entire liability and your exclusive remedy for any claims.

9. Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution

  • • Contact our customer service team first
  • • Good faith effort to resolve disputes amicably
  • • Senior management review for complex issues
  • • 30-day informal resolution period

Formal Arbitration

  • • Binding arbitration for unresolved disputes
  • • American Arbitration Association rules apply
  • • Single arbitrator for claims under $50,000
  • • Location: [Your jurisdiction]

Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes individually and waive rights to participate in class actions or representative proceedings.

10. Termination

Termination Rights

  • • Either party may terminate with 30 days notice
  • • Immediate termination for material breach
  • • Orders in progress completed under original terms
  • • Outstanding payments remain due

Effect of Termination

  • • Access to services immediately suspended
  • • Confidentiality obligations survive termination
  • • Customer data handling per privacy policy
  • • Accrued rights and obligations remain in effect

11. General Provisions

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of [Your State/Country] without regard to conflict of law principles.

Entire Agreement

These terms constitute the entire agreement between parties and supersede all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements.

Modifications

We may modify these terms with 30 days notice. Continued use constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remainder of these terms remain in full force and effect.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service:

Legal Department: legal@geppetto.studio

Customer Service: hello@geppetto.studio

General Inquiries: info@geppetto.studio

Address: [Your Business Address]