GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
BHL Lighting Technology
Sole proprietorship based in Margraten, Netherlands
VAT number: NL002406106B78
Operating under the trade namesBHL Lighting TechnologyandBHL Technologies
Article 1 – Definitions
In these general terms and conditions, the following definitions apply:
BHL Lichttechniek: The sole proprietorship based in Margraten, operating under the trade names BHL Lichttechniek and BHL Technologies;
Client: Any natural person or legal entity entering into an agreement with BHL Lichttechniek or one of its trade names;
Agreement: Any arrangement regarding sales, rentals, deliveries, installations, maintenance, and services;
Products: All goods supplied or rented by BHL Lichttechniek or one of its trade names in the field of lighting technology, sound technology, audiovisual technology, and related equipment.
Article 2 – Applicability
These general terms and conditions apply to all quotes, offers, agreements, deliveries, rentals, installations, and services of BHL Lighting Technology.
Deviations from these terms are only valid if agreed upon in writing.
General terms and conditions of the client are expressly excluded.
Article 3 – Quotes and agreements
All quotes are non-binding unless stated otherwise in writing.
Quotes are valid for 14 days unless stated otherwise.
An agreement is established as soon as the client gives oral, written, or digital consent.
Article 4 – Prices
All prices are exclusive of VAT, unless stated otherwise.
Any additional costs such as transport, assembly, installation, travel hours, or parking costs will be listed separately.
BHL Lichttechniek reserves the right to adjust prices if cost-increasing factors occur.
Article 5 – Payment
Invoices must be paid within 14 days of the invoice date unless otherwise agreed in writing.
In case of exceeding the payment term, the client is automatically in default.
From that moment, statutory commercial interest is due.
All judicial and extrajudicial collection costs are the responsibility of the client.
Article 6 – Delivery and execution
Delivery times are indicative and not binding.
Exceeding delivery times does not entitle to compensation or cancellation.
Delivery takes place from the warehouse unless otherwise agreed.
Article 7 – Retention of title
All delivered goods remain the property of BHL Lichttechniek until full payment has been made.
The client may not sell, pledge, or transfer goods as long as payment has not been fully made.
Article 8 – Rental of equipment
All rented equipment remains the property of BHL Lichttechniek.
The client is fully responsible for correct use, security, and storage during the rental period.
Damage, loss, theft, disappearance, or defects are the responsibility of the client, unless there is demonstrable evidence of normal wear and tear.
Equipment must be returned complete, clean, and in its original condition.
Late returns will incur additional rental costs.
Article 9 – Installation and Assembly
The client is responsible for safe access to the installation site and suitable working conditions.
Electrical installations must comply with legal safety standards.
Additional work will be invoiced separately.
Delays caused by third parties are not the responsibility of BHL Lichttechniek.
Article 10 – Warranty
Only the manufacturer's warranty applies to sold products as provided by the manufacturer.
Warranty is void in case of:
improper use;
incompetent installation by third parties;
own modifications;
damage from external causes.
Article 11 – Complaints
Complaints must be reported in writing within 7 days of delivery.
Hidden defects must be reported immediately upon discovery.
Complaints do not suspend the payment obligation.
Article 12 – Liability
The liability of BHL Lichttechniek is limited to a maximum of the invoice amount of the relevant assignment.
BHL Lichttechniek is not liable for:
consequential damage;
indirect damage;
loss of profit;
business interruption;
damage caused by power outages, network failures, or external influences.
Article 13 – Force Majeure
Force majeure is understood to mean any circumstance beyond the control of BHL Lichttechniek that makes performance unreasonably impossible.
This includes, among other things:
illness;
transport problems;
delivery problems;
extreme weather conditions;
disruptions at suppliers.
Article 14 – Cancellation
In case of cancellation by the client, the following costs apply:
more than 14 days in advance: 25%
7 to 14 days in advance: 50%
less than 7 days in advance: 100%
Article 15 – Applicable Law
Dutch law exclusively applies to all agreements.
Disputes will be submitted to the competent court in Limburg.
Article 16 – Emergency Services Outside Office Hours
Emergency services outside regular office hours will only be performed if availability is present.
Increased rates apply for work outside office hours.
Travel costs, waiting time, and materials will be invoiced separately.
Article 17 – Insurance for Rental Equipment
The client is responsible for insuring rented equipment against:
theft
loss
fire
water
transport damage
vandalism
2. In the absence of insurance, the full damage remains the responsibility of the client.
3. Damage is determined based on repair costs or replacement value.
Article 18 – Transport at the client's risk
Transport of goods is entirely at the client's risk from delivery or transfer to the carrier.
Visible damage must be reported immediately.
Article 19 – AV installation delivery and acceptance
Installation is considered delivered once it has been functionally tested.
Commissioning by the client is considered acceptance.
Any complaints must be reported in writing within 5 working days after delivery and/or acceptance.
Article 20 – Damage due to incorrect power supply on site
- BHL Lichttechniek is not liable for damage caused by:
voltage spikes
power outages
incorrect mains voltage
poor grounding
overloading
2. The client is responsible for the electrical installation on site.
Article 21 – Ownership of drawings, lighting plans, and diagrams
- All documents provided by BHL Lichttechniek:
drawings
lighting plans
installation diagrams
technical designs
calculations
documentation
remain the intellectual property of BHL Lichttechniek.
2. Without written permission, these documents may not:
be copied
be shared with third parties
be used commercially
be executed again by third parties
In case of violation, BHL Lichttechniek reserves the right to claim damages.