Terms And Conditions

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Terms and Conditions of Sale – U.S.A.
Terms and Conditions of Sale – Europe
Terms and Conditions of Purchase
Supplier Quality Assurance Requirements Manual (PDF)

 

Terms and Conditions of Sale – U.S.A.

The following Terms and Conditions (this “Agreement”) apply to the sale of all Bal Seal Engineering products, materials and services. The items sold by Bal Seal Engineering, are referred to singularly as “Product” and collectively as “Products”. Bal Seal Engineering, LLC is referred to as the “Seller” and the Customer is referred to as the “Buyer.”

1. Prices
The price of the Product is printed on the quotation or on Seller’s acceptance of Buyer’s order. The cost of packing and shipping (and insurance, if required) is an additional charge and will be added to the Invoice. Prices quoted are based on known Buyer requirements and conditions at the time of the quotation. Pricing is subject to change for new requirements or conditions.

2. Delivery

Seller will ship Product at the earliest possible date unless otherwise specified in Buyer’s Purchase Order. Delivery will be F.O.B. Seller’s facility in Foothill Ranch, CA. Seller’s shipment of quantities between 95% and 100% of the quantity ordered shall be deemed compliant with the order and Buyer shall be obligated to pay for the quantity actually shipped not to exceed 100%. Seller’s weights taken at shipping point shall govern. Seller reserves the right to route shipments.

If Seller cannot fulfill the order due to any cause beyond Seller’s reasonable control, including, but not limited to the following: natural disaster, casualty, labor disputes, accidents, or unavailability of supplies or transportation, the estimated delivery time will be extended accordingly and Seller will not be liable to Buyer for any damages caused by the delay.

3. Payment
Subject to prior credit approval, Buyer shall make payment in U. S. currency within thirty (30) days after the date of Seller’s invoice. Payments not received when due will incur a late payment charge that will be computed at the rate of one and one‐half percent (1.5%) of the amount due per month or the highest rate allowed by law. Buyer shall be liable for all attorneys’ fees and costs incurred in connection with collecting any amounts past due, including but not limited to, pre‐litigation and litigation fees and costs. Buyer shall be assessed a base handling fee for any Buyer’s check which is not honored by the bank for any reason. Thereafter, Seller may, at its option, require that all future payments by Buyer be made by COD. If, in Seller’s judgment, reasonable doubt exists as to Buyer’s financial responsibility, or if Buyer is past due in payment of any amount owing to Seller, Seller reserves the right, without liability and without prejudice to any other remedies, to suspend performance, decline to ship, or stop any material or Products in transit, until Seller receives payment of all amounts owing to Seller.

4. Taxes
Seller’s price does not include any taxes, brokerage fees, or duties. Buyer is liable for all taxes, brokerage fees, and duties, whether invoiced by Seller or not.

5. Changes
Seller will notify Buyer in writing of changes that involve form, fit or function in the manufacture of Product, but reserves the right to make other changes without notice unless mutually agreed upon between Buyer and Seller.

6. Returns
No returns can be made without the authorization of Seller. All returns shall be in accordance with Seller’s specific shipping instructions.

7. Warranty
Limited Warranty and Remedies: Seller warrants that Product sold here under shall be of merchantable quality and shall conform to the attached specifications, if any, and otherwise to Seller’s standard specifications for such Product, and manufactured to the required specifications for such Product. Upon payment of the purchase price, Buyer will receive good title to such Products free from any lien or encumbrance.

SELLER MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND SELLER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.

Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy for breach of warranty or contract shall be the repair or replacement of defective Product, or, at Seller’s option, to refund the purchase price; provided (1) Product has not been altered, damaged, or modified; (2) Product has been properly stored, installed, maintained, and operated; (3) Product has not been stored more than 6 months; and (4) Buyer promptly notifies Seller of any defect, and returns Product to Seller within 45 days of notice of defect, freight prepaid. Defective Product replaced by Seller shall become the property of Seller. Repaired or replacement Product will be shipped to Buyer F.O.B. Buyer’s facility. Product not found defective shall be shipped back to Buyer F.O.B. Seller’s facility.

Seller is not responsible for any charges relating to warranty work that has not been authorized by Seller in writing. If Seller, without separate compensation, furnishes Buyer with advice or other assistance concerning any Product or any system or equipment in which any such Product may be installed, the furnishing of such advice or assistance will not subject Seller to any liability whether in contract, tort (including negligence and strict liability) or otherwise.

Buyer will indemnify and hold harmless Seller from and against all damages, losses, claims, and expenses, including attorney fees, incurred by Seller as a result of:

7.1. Incorporation of the Product into another product,

7.2. Any breach by Buyer of any of its obligations under these terms of sale, or

7.3. Any claimed unfair competition or patent, trademark, or copyright infringement or any other claim resulting from Seller’s manufacture of goods to Buyer’s specifications.

8. Cancellation
Orders accepted by Seller are not subject to cancellation except with Sellers consent and after arrangement of terms which will indemnify Seller for any losses or damages including lost profit occasioned by such cancellation. Buyer shall be responsible for all costs incurred in executing a Product order, up to the time of cancellation.

9. Applicable Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and shall be construed according to the laws of the State of California. All claims relating to this Agreement or to the Products shall be brought exclusively in the Federal or State courts of the County of Orange, State of California.

10. Confidentiality
The design and specifications of the Products are proprietary to Seller and may not be disclosed by Buyer to any third parties or used by Buyer other than as provided herein. Buyer is granted a conditional, non‐exclusive, royalty‐free license to sell/use Seller’s Products provided the Products are purchased by Buyer from Seller.”

11. Patent Marking
Where a Product (or Product packaging) is marked by Seller with patent or patent application references, Buyer is requested to also mark its products which incorporate Seller’s Product with those same patent references.”

12. Quality Standards
Seller’s standard specifications for product and quality assurance protocols are designed to comply with general industry quality standards. Buyer requirements for special quality assurance protocols may necessitate a commercial negotiation to satisfy both parties.

13. Merger
The terms set forth herein constitute the sole terms and conditions upon which Seller offers the Products for sale. No other terms, conditions, or understanding, whether oral or written, shall be binding upon Seller, unless hereafter made in writing and signed by an Officer of the Seller. Seller hereby specifically objects to any different or additional terms that may be contained in Buyer’s request or quotation, purchase order, or any other offer or counter‐offer.

© Bal Seal Engineering, LLC
LE-186-K, 20-Feb-2020

Terms and Conditions of Sale – Europe

The following Terms and Conditions apply to all sales of Bal Seal Engineering products and services specifically sold in Europe. The items sold by Bal Seal Engineering are referred to as “Goods” or “Products” (the term Products may include Seller services). Bal Seal Engineering is referred to as the “Seller” and the Customer is referred to as the “Buyer.”

1. General Agreement
If Buyer has not otherwise agreed to these terms and conditions of sale, Buyer’s acceptance of delivery or payment for the Goods will constitute Buyer’s agreement to these terms. No modification of, addition to, or waiver of, any of these terms and conditions will be effective unless agreed to in writing by an authorized representative of Seller.

2. Payment
Subject to prior credit approval, Buyer shall make payment in the currency of invoice within the payment terms of Seller’s invoice. Payments not received when due will incur a late payment charge that will be computed at the rate of one and one-half percent (1.5%) of the amount due per month or the highest rate allowed by law. Buyer shall be liable for all attorneys’ fees and costs incurred in connection with collecting any amounts past due, including but not limited to, pre-litigation and litigation fees and costs. Buyer shall be assessed a base handling fee for any Buyer check which is not honored by the bank for any reason. Thereafter, Seller may, at its option, require that all future payments by Buyer be made by wire transfer. If, in Seller’s judgment, reasonable doubt exists as to Buyer’s financial responsibility, or if Buyer is past due in payment of any amount owing to Seller, Seller reserves the right, without liability and without prejudice to any other remedies, to suspend performance, decline to ship, or stop any material or Products in transit, until Seller receives payment of all amounts owing to Seller.

3. Prices
The price of the Product is printed on the Seller’s invoice. The cost of packing and shipping (and insurance, if required) is an additional charge and will be added to the Invoice. Prices quoted are based on known Buyer requirements and conditions at the time of the quotation. Pricing is subject to change.

4. Taxes
Seller’s price does not include any taxes, brokerage fees, or duties. Buyer is liable for all taxes, brokerage fees, and duties, whether invoiced by Seller or not.

5. Delivery
Seller will ship Product at the earliest possible date unless otherwise specified in Buyer’s Purchase Order. Seller’s shipment of quantities between 95% and 105% of the quantity ordered shall be deemed compliant with the order and Buyer shall be obligated to pay for the quantity actually shipped not to exceed 105%. Seller’s weights taken at shipping point shall govern. Seller reserves the right to route shipments. If Seller cannot fulfill the order due to any cause beyond Seller’s reasonable control, including, but not limited to the following: natural disaster, casualty, labor disputes, accidents, or unavailability of supplies or transportation, the estimated delivery time will be extended accordingly and Seller will not be liable to Buyer for any damages caused by the delay.

6. Changes
Seller will notify Buyer in writing of changes that involve form, fit or function in the manufacture of Product, but reserves the right to make other changes without notice unless mutually agreed upon between Buyer and Seller.

7. Returns
No returns can be made without the authorization of Seller. All returns shall be in accordance with Seller’s specific shipping instructions.

8. Warranty

Limited Warranty and Remedies:  Seller warrants that Product sold hereunder shall be of merchantable quality and shall conform to the attached specifications, if any, and otherwise to Seller’s standard specifications for such Product and manufactured to the required specifications for such Product. Upon payment of the purchase price, Buyer will receive good title to all such Products free from any lien or encumbrance.

SELLER MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND SELLER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.

Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy for breach of warranty or contract shall be the repair or replacement of defective Product, or, at Seller’s option, to refund the purchase price; provided:

8.1 Product has not been altered, damaged, or modified;
8.2 Product has been properly stored, installed, maintained, and operated;
8.3 Product has not been stored more than 6 months; and
8.4 Buyer promptly notifies Seller of any defect, and returns Product to Seller within 45 days of notice of defect, freight prepaid. Defective Product replaced by Seller shall become the property of Seller. Repaired or replacement Product will be shipped to Buyer Ex-Work-Buyer’s facility.

Seller is not responsible for any charges relating to warranty work that has not been authorized by Seller in writing. If Seller, without separate compensation, furnishes Buyer with advice or other assistance concerning any Product or any system or equipment in which any such Product may be installed, the furnishing of such advice or assistance will not subject Seller to any liability whether in contract, tort (including negligence and strict liability) or otherwise.

9. lndemnity
Buyer will indemnify and hold harmless Seller from and against all damages, losses, claims, and expenses, including attorney fees, incurred by Seller as a result of:

9.1 incorporation of the Product into another product,
9.2 any breach by Buyer of any of its obligations under these terms of sale, or
9.3 any claimed unfair competition or patent, trademark, or copyright infringement or any other claim resulting from Seller’s manufacture of goods to Buyer’s specifications.

10. Applicable Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and shall be construed according to the laws of The Netherlands. All claims relating to this Agreement or to the Products shall be brought exclusively in the courts of The Netherlands.

11. Cancellation
Orders accepted by Seller are not subject to cancellation except with Sellers consent and after arrangement of terms which will indemnify Seller for any losses or damages including lost profit occasioned by such cancellation. Customer shall be responsible for all costs incurred in executing a Product Order, up to the time of cancellation. A minimum charge of 500 Euros will be applied for all cancelled orders in addition to cost of products delivered.

12. Confidentiality
Products are the subject of issued or pending United States and foreign patents. Products of the Seller are Proprietary and may not be manufactured, reverse engineered or caused to be manufactured, by any other party. The designs and specifications of the Products are Proprietary to Seller and may not be disclosed by Buyer to any third party or used by Buyer other than as provided herein.

© Bal Seal Engineering Europe BV
LE-187-E, 20-Feb-2020

Terms and Conditions of Purchase

1. ACCEPTANCE: Seller has read and understands this order and agrees that Seller’s written acceptance or commencement of any work or service under this order shall constitute Seller’s acceptance of these terms and conditions only. All terms and conditions proposed by Seller which are different from or in addition to this order are unacceptable to Buyer; are expressly rejected by Buyer, and shall not become part of this order, unless agreed to in writing by an officer of Buyer.

2. SHIPPING AND BILLING: Seller agrees: (a) to properly pack, mark and ship goods in accordance with the requirements of Buyer and involved carriers in a manner to secure lowest transportation cost; and (b) to make no charge for handling, packaging, storage or transportation of goods unless otherwise stated in this order.

3. DELIVERY SCHEDULES: Deliveries shall be made both in quantities and at times specified in Buyer’s schedules. Buyer shall not be required to make any payment for goods delivered to Buyer which are in excess of quantities specified in Buyer’s delivery schedules. Buyer may change the rate of scheduled shipments or direct temporary suspension of scheduled shipments, neither of which shall entitle Seller to a modification of the price for goods or services covered by this order.

4. PREMIUM SHIPMENTS: If Seller’s acts or omissions result in Seller’s failure to meet Buyer’s delivery requirements and Buyer requires a more expeditious method of transportation for the goods than the transportation method originally specified in Buyer’s delivery schedules. Buyer may change the rate of scheduled shipments or direct temporary suspension of scheduled shipments, neither of which shall entitle Seller to a modification of the price for goods or services covered by this order.

5. CHANGES: Buyer reserves the right at any time to direct changes or cause Seller to make changes, to drawing and specifications of the goods or to otherwise change the scope of the work covered by this order, including work with respect to such matters as inspection testing or quality control and Seller agrees to promptly make such changes; any difference in price or time for performance resulting from such changes shall be equitably adjusted by Buyer after receipt of documentation in such form and detail as Buyer may direct.

A. Seller agrees to make no change to product and/or process to make such product supplied to Bal Seal without prior written approval from Bal Seal’s VP of Quality Assurance or an Executive Officer of Bal Seal.

6. NONCONFORMING GOODS: To the extent Buyer rejects goods as nonconforming, the quantities under this order will automatically be reduced unless Buyer otherwise notifies Seller. Seller will not replace quantities so reduced without a new order or schedule from Buyer. Nonconforming goods will be held by Buyer for disposition in accordance with Seller’s instructions, at Seller’s risk. Seller’s failure to provide written instructions within ten (10) days, or such shorter period as may be commercially reasonable under the circumstances, after notice of nonconformity shall entitle Buyer, at Buyer’s option, to charge Seller for storage and handling, or to dispose of the goods, without liability to Seller. Payment for nonconforming goods shall not constitute an acceptance, limit or impair Buyer’s right to assert any legal or equitable remedy, or relieve Seller’s responsibility for latent defects.

7. WARRANTY: Seller warrants the goods and services covered by this order unconditionally for a period of not less than one (1) year from receipt by Buyer, unless a different period is agreed in writing between Seller and Buyer. Seller also warrants that all goods or services covered by this order will conform to the specifications, drawings, samples, or descriptions furnished to or by Buyer, and will be merchantable, of good material and workmanship and free from latent defects. In addition Seller acknowledges that Seller knows of Buyer’s intended use and expressly warrants that all goods covered by this order which have been selected, designed, manufactured, or assembled by Seller, based upon Buyer’s stated use, will be fit and sufficient for the particular purpose intended by Buyer.

8. CANCELLATION FOR BREACH: Buyer reserves the right to cancel all or any part of this order, without liability to Seller, if Seller (a) repudiates or breaches any of the terms of this order, including Seller’s warranties; (b) fails to perform services or deliver goods as specified by Buyer; or (c) fails to make progress so as to endanger timely and proper completion of services or delivery of goods, and does not correct such failure or breach within ten (10) days (or such shorter period of time if commercially reasonable under the circumstances) after receipt of written notice from Buyer specifying such failure or breach.

9. TERMINATION: In addition to any other rights of Buyer to cancel or terminate this order, Buyer may at its option immediately terminate all or any part of this order, at any time and for any reason, by giving written notice to Seller. Upon such termination, Buyer shall pay to Seller the following amounts without duplication: (a) the order price for all goods or services which have been completed and delivered in accordance with this order and not previously paid for; and (b) the actual cost of work-in-process and raw materials incurred by Seller in furnishing the goods or services under this order to the extent such costs are reasonable in amount and are properly allocated or apportionable under generally accepted accounting principles to the terminated portion of this order, less, however, the reasonable value or cost (whichever is higher) of any goods or materials used or sold by Seller with Buyer’s written consent, and the cost of any damaged or destroyed goods or material. Buyer will make no payments for finished goods, work-in-process or raw materials fabricated or procured by Seller in amounts in excess of those authorized in delivery releases nor for any undelivered goods which are in Seller’s standard stock or which are readily marketable. Except as provided in this Paragraph, Buyer shall not be liable for and shall not be required to make payments to Seller, directly or on account of claims by Seller’s subcontractors, for loss of anticipated profit, unabsorbed overhead, interest on claims, product development and engineering costs, facilities and equipment rearrangement costs or rental, unauthorized depreciation costs, and general and administrative burden charges from termination of this order. Within sixty (60) days from the effective date of termination, Seller shall submit a comprehensive termination claim to Buyer, with sufficient supporting dates to permit Buyer’s audit, and shall thereafter promptly furnish such supplemental and supporting information as Buyer shall request. Buyer, or its agents, shall have the right to audit and examine all books, records, facilities, work, material, and other items relating to any termination claim of Seller.

10. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY: Seller agrees: (a) to defend, hold harmless and indemnify Buyer, its successors and customers against all claims, demands, losses, suits, damages, liability and expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising out of any suit, claim or any action for actual or alleged direct or contributory infringement of inducement to infringe, any United States or foreign patent, trademark or copyright, or mask work right by reason of the manufacture, use or sale of the goods or services ordered, including infringement arising out of compliance with specifications furnished by Buyer, or for actual or alleged misuse or misappropriation of a trade secret resulting directly or indirectly from Seller’s actions; (b) to waive any claim against Buyer under the Uniform Commercial Code or otherwise, including any hold harmless or similar claim, in any way related to a claim asserted against Seller or Buyer for patent, trademark, copyright or mask work right infringements or the like, including claims arising out of compliance with specifications furnished by Buyer; and (c) to grant to Buyer a worldwide, nonexclusive, royalty-free, irrevocable license to repair and have repaired the goods ordered hereunder.

11. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION: During the course of this order, either party may have or may be provided access to the other’s confidential information and materials. Provided such are marked in a manner reasonably intended to make the recipient aware, or the recipient is sent written notice within forty-eight (48) hours of disclosure, that the information or materials are “Confidential”, each party agrees to maintain such information in accordance with the terms of this order or any applicable separate nondisclosure agreement between Buyer and Seller. In the absence of another written agreement, at a minimum each party agrees to maintain such information in confidence and limit disclosure on a need to know basis, to take all reasonable precautions to prevent unauthorized disclosure, and to treat such information as it treats its own information of a similar nature, until the information becomes rightfully available to the public through no fault of the non disclosing party. The parties agree that neither will disclose the existence of this order, nor any of its details or the existence of the relationship created by this order, to any third party without the specific, written consent of the other.

12. INDEMNIFICATION: Seller shall for itself and its assigns, indemnify and hold Buyer and its officers, directors, employees, and agents, harmless from and against any claims of any kind whatsoever, including reasonable attorneys fees and related expenses, which in any manner are caused by, arise from, or are incident to Seller’s performance of this Agreement. This includes, but is not limited to, contractual claims for breach; labor and employment law claims; governmental obligations, such as, but not limited to, obligations under the laws pertaining to social security, unemployment insurance, worker’s compensation, income tax and other reports, deductions, and withholdings required by state and federal law; and injury or death to persons and damage to property, except only claims caused solely by Seller’s negligence or willful misconduct.

13. INSURANCE: Seller shall maintain insurance coverage in amounts not less than the following: (a) Workers’ Compensation-Statutory Limits for the state or states in which this order is to be performed (or evidence of authority to self-insure); (b) Employer’s Liability – $250,000; (c) Comprehensive General Liability (including Products/Completed Operations and Blanket Contractual Liability) – $1,000,000 per person, $1,000,000 per occurrence Personal Injury, and $1,000,000 per occurrence Property Damage, or $1,000,000 per occurrence Personal Injury and Property Damage combined single limit, and (d) Automobile Liability (including owned, non-owned and hired vehicles)-$1,000,000 per person, $1,000,000 per occurrence Personal Injury and $1,000,000 per occurrence Property Damage, or $1,000,000 per occurrence Personal Injury and Property Damage combined single limit. At Buyer’s request Seller shall furnish to Buyer certificates of insurance naming Buyer as insured, setting forth the amount(s) of coverage, policy number(s) and date(s) of expiration for insurance maintained by Seller and, if further requested by Buyer, such certificates will provide that Buyer shall receive thirty (30) days prior written notification from the insurer of any termination or reduction in the amount or scope of coverage’s.

14. BAILED PROPERTY: All supplies, materials, tools, jigs, dies, gauges, fixtures, molds, patterns, equipment and other items furnished by Buyer, either directly or indirectly, to Seller to perform this order, or for which Seller has been reimbursed by Buyer, shall be and remain the property of Buyer. Seller shall bear the risk of loss of and damage to Buyer’s property. Buyer’s property shall at all times be properly housed and maintained by Seller; shall not be used by Seller for any purpose other than the performance of this order; shall be deemed to be personality; shall be conspicuously marked “Bal Seal Engineering, LLC” by Seller; shall not be commingled with the property of Seller or with that of a third person; and shall not be moved from Seller’s premises without Buyer’s prior written approval. Upon the request of Buyer, such property shall be immediately released to Buyer or delivered to Buyer by Seller, either: (i) F.O.B. transport equipment at Seller’s plant, properly packed and marked in accordance with the requirements of the carrier selected by Buyer to transport such property; or (ii) to any location designated by Buyer, in which event Buyer shall pay to Seller the reasonable cost of delivering such property to such location. Buyer shall have the right to enter onto Seller’s premises at all reasonable times to inspect such property and Seller’s records with respect thereto.

15. ATTORNEY FEES: The prevailing party in any action to enforce the obligations of either party hereunder shall be entitled to receive, in addition to any other recovery, attorney’s fees related to such enforcement.

16. OBSOLESCENCE AND SUPPORT:  Seller shall ensure that any items sold hereunder shall be available, whether in their original form or as a replacement acceptable to Buyer, for a period of no less than seven (7) years after the sale of the first such item. Seller shall support all Items sold hereunder with adequate spare parts and service for the life of the items.

17. NON-ASSIGNMENT:  Seller may not assign or delegate its obligations under this order without Buyer’s prior written consent.

18. GOVERNING LAW:  This order is to be construed according to the laws of the state from which this order issues as shown by the address of Buyer on the face side of this order.

19. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This order, together with the attachments, exhibits, or supplements specifically referenced in this order, constitutes the entire agreement between Seller and Buyer with respect to the matter contained herein and supersedes all prior oral or written representations and agreements. This order may only be modified by a purchase order amendment alteration issued by Buyer.

If this order is for services, including non-recurring engineering, the following terms and conditions also apply:

20. NEW DEVELOPMENTS:

A. Seller agrees that all inventions, improvements, developments, and discoveries conceived, made, or discovered by Seller solely or in collaboration with others, in the course of its development of deliverables for Buyer hereunder as well as all patents, copyrights, trade secrets, trademarks, and other intellectual property rights therein and thereto (collectively, “Developments”), are the sole property of Buyer. Seller agrees to assign (or cause to be assigned) and does hereby assign fully to Buyer all such Developments.

B. Seller agrees to assist Buyer, or its designee, at Buyer’s expense, in every proper way to secure Buyer’s right in the Developments, including the disclosure to Buyer of all pertinent information and data with respect thereto and the execution of all applications, specifications, oaths, assignments, and all other instruments which Buyer may deem necessary in order to apply for and obtain such rights and in order to assign and convey to Buyer, its successors, assigns, and nominees the sole and exclusive rights, title, and interest in and to such Developments. Seller further agrees that Seller’s obligation to execute or cause to be executed, when it is in Seller’s power to do so, any such application, specification, oath assignment, or other instrument shall continue after the termination of this purchase order. Seller further agrees to assist Buyer in enforcing all patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, or other ownership rights to protect Buyer’s exclusive interest in Developments.

C. Buyer acknowledges and agrees that Seller shall retain sole and exclusive ownership of, and/or unrestricted right to license, any invention, improvement, development, discovery, or other proprietary information owned by Seller or in which Seller has an interest (“Seller IP”). Notwithstanding the foregoing, Seller agrees that if in the course of performing hereunder, Seller incorporates any Seller IP into any Development developed hereunder, Buyer is hereby granted and shall have a nonexclusive, royalty free perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide license, including the right to sublicense, under any such Seller IP to make, have made, use, reproduce, sell, or otherwise distribute such Seller IP as part of or in connection with such Development.

©Copyright, Bal Seal Engineering, LLC

LE-188, Rev. C, 20-Feb-2020

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