Terms & Conditions

1. Scope of Application

These Terms and Conditions (T&C) apply to all business relationships between Printerthur 3D (hereinafter “Service Provider”) and its customers (hereinafter “Client”).

Business Address:  

Printerthur 3D

Hekuran Zeqiri

Grüntalstrasse 22

8405 Winterthur

Switzerland

Deviating conditions of the Client are not recognized unless the Service Provider expressly agrees to their validity in writing.

These T&C also apply to all future transactions with the Client, provided they are transactions of a related nature.

2. Contract Formation and Order Acceptance

2.1 Offer

All offers from the Service Provider are subject to change and non-binding unless expressly marked as binding.

2.2 Order

The Client submits a binding offer to conclude a contract by submitting an order (via email, contact form, or verbally).

2.3 Order Confirmation

The contract is concluded by:

  • Written order confirmation by the Service Provider, or
  • Commencement of order execution by the Service Provider

2.4 Changes

Change requests after order confirmation may result in additional costs and delays and require written agreement.

3. Scope of Services

3.1 3D Printing Services

The Service Provider provides the following services:

  • 3D printing of components according to customer specifications
  • Material selection and consultation
  • CAD design services (optional)
  • Component optimization for 3D printing (optional)
  • Post-processing (optional, by agreement)

3.2 Data Delivery

The Client provides printable CAD files (preferably STL, STEP, IGES) or commissions CAD design.

The Client is responsible for the correctness and completeness of their specifications.

3.3 Material Selection

The Service Provider advises on material selection. The final decision and responsibility for material suitability lies with the Client, unless they expressly commission consultation on suitability.

4. Prices and Payment

4.1 Prices

All prices are in Swiss Francs (CHF) plus statutory value-added tax (VAT) of currently 8.1%.

Prices are calculated individually according to effort and stated in the offer.

4.2 Payment Terms

For New Customers:  

  • Advance payment of 50% after order confirmation
  • Remaining payment of 50% before delivery

For Existing Customers:  

  • Payment within 30 days of invoicing
  • In case of payment delay: default interest of 5% p.a.

4.3 Payment Methods

  • Bank transfer
  • TWINT
  • PayPal (plus fees)
  • Cash on collection

4.4 Retention of Title

The delivered components remain the property of the Service Provider until full payment.

5. Delivery and Delivery Time

5.1 Delivery Time

The stated delivery times are non-binding estimates unless expressly agreed as binding.

Delivery times begin with order confirmation and receipt of all required documents and, if applicable, the advance payment.

5.2 Delivery Delay

In case of delivery delay by the Service Provider, the Client is entitled to set a reasonable grace period. After the grace period expires without result, the Client may withdraw from the contract.

5.3 Force Majeure

In case of force majeure (e.g., natural disasters, operational disruptions, strikes), the delivery period is extended appropriately.

5.4 Shipping

Shipping is at the Client’s cost and risk unless otherwise agreed.

Shipping Costs:

  • Switzerland: From CHF 10.-
  • International: According to effort

5.5 Collection

Components can be collected in Winterthur by arrangement (free of charge).

6. Warranty and Defect Notification

6.1 Inspection Obligation

The Client must inspect the goods for defects immediately upon receipt.

Obvious defects must be reported in writing within 7 days of receipt.

Hidden defects must be reported immediately upon discovery, but no later than 12 months after delivery.

6.2 Warranty

In case of justified defect notification, the Service Provider has the right to rectification or replacement delivery.

If rectification or replacement delivery fails twice, the Client may demand reduction or reversal of the contract.

6.3 Exclusion of Warranty

Warranty is excluded for:

  • Improper use
  • Natural wear and tear
  • Incorrect or incomplete specifications by the Client
  • Subsequent changes by the Client or third parties

6.4 Tolerances

Manufacturing-related tolerances are common in 3D printing:

  • Dimensional tolerance: ±0.2 mm (unless otherwise agreed)
  • Surface quality: typical for FDM process
  • Color variations: possible depending on material and batch

7. Liability

7.1 Scope of Liability

The Service Provider is only liable for intent and gross negligence.

Liability for indirect damages, consequential damages, and lost profits is excluded to the extent legally permissible.

7.2 Limitation of Liability

Liability is limited to the value of the order.

7.3 Liability for Third Parties

The Service Provider is not liable for damages resulting from incorrect or incomplete specifications by the Client.

7.4 Product Liability

The Client indemnifies the Service Provider against all third-party claims arising from defective specifications or faulty specifications by the Client.

8. Copyright and Usage Rights

8.1 Client’s CAD Data

All CAD data, drawings, and documents provided by the Client remain the Client’s property.

The Service Provider undertakes to treat this data confidentially and not to disclose it to third parties.

8.2 CAD Design by Service Provider

If the Service Provider creates CAD designs on behalf of the Client, usage rights transfer to the Client after full payment.

Copyrights remain with the Service Provider.

8.3 Usage Rights for Printed Components

With full payment, all usage rights for printed components transfer to the Client.

8.4 Portfolio and Marketing

The Service Provider reserves the right to use manufactured components (without naming the customer) for portfolio and marketing purposes, unless the Client expressly objects.

9. Confidentiality

9.1 Confidentiality Obligation

The Service Provider undertakes to treat all Client information and data strictly confidentially.

9.2 Non-Disclosure Agreement

At the Client’s request, a separate non-disclosure agreement (NDA) can be concluded.

9.3 Data Security

All customer data is stored on encrypted servers and deleted after project completion unless otherwise agreed.

10. Cancellation and Withdrawal

10.1 Cancellation by Client

The Client can cancel the order free of charge until the start of production.

After production has started, the following costs will be charged:

  • Material costs already incurred
  • Working time already performed
  • At least 50% of the order value

10.2 Withdrawal by Service Provider

The Service Provider may withdraw from the contract in case of:

  • Payment delay by the Client
  • Incomplete or incorrect specifications despite subsequent request
  • Impossibility of service provision

11. Final Provisions

11.1 Applicable Law

Exclusively Swiss law applies, excluding the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG).

11.2 Place of Jurisdiction

The exclusive place of jurisdiction for all disputes is Winterthur, Switzerland.

11.3 Severability Clause

Should individual provisions of these T&C be or become invalid, the validity of the remaining provisions remains unaffected.

The invalid provision will be replaced by a valid regulation that comes closest to the economic purpose of the invalid provision.

11.4 Changes

Changes and additions to these T&C require written form.

The Service Provider reserves the right to change these T&C for future transactions. Changes will be communicated to the Client in good time.

11.5 Language Versions

These T&C are available in German and English. In case of doubt, the German version is authoritative.

12. Contact

For questions regarding these T&C, please contact us:

Printerthur 3D  

Hekuran Zeqiri

Grüntalstrasse 22

8405 Winterthur

Switzerland

Email: info@printerthur3d.ch  

Website: www.printerthur3d.ch