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FERROTRADE INTERNATIONAL (PTY) LTD

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LEGAL NOTICE

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www.ferrotradeinternational.co.za

Last Updated: February 2026

 

1. COMPANY INFORMATION

In terms of section 11 of the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002 ("ECTA"), the following information is disclosed:

Full Legal Name:  Ferrotrade International (Pty) Ltd

Registration Number:  [To be inserted — CIPC registration number]

VAT Registration Number:  [To be inserted if VAT registered]

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Physical Address: 

FERROTRADE INTERNATIONAL

Unit 20, Green Drop Business Park,

104 EP Malan Street

Pomona

Kempton Park

1619

South Africa

Telephone:  +27 (0) 72 081 0007

Email Address:  danie.els@schierle.co.za

Website:  www.ferrotradeinternational.co.za

Directors:  Danie Els

Parent Company:  Schierle GmbH & Co. KG, Neuss, Germany

 

2. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By accessing and using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Legal Notice, together with the Privacy Policy and any other policies applicable to this website. If you do not agree with any provision of this Legal Notice, you must immediately cease use of this website.

Ferrotrade International (Pty) Ltd reserves the right to amend this Legal Notice at any time without prior notice. It is your responsibility to check this Legal Notice periodically for changes. Continued use of the website following any amendments constitutes your acceptance of the revised Legal Notice.

 

3. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, product descriptions, company branding, and downloadable materials (such as the company brochure), is the intellectual property of Ferrotrade International (Pty) Ltd or its licensors and is protected under the Copyright Act 98 of 1978 and applicable intellectual property laws of the Republic of South Africa.

No content from this website may be reproduced, distributed, modified, transmitted, reused, or used for commercial purposes without the express prior written consent of Ferrotrade International (Pty) Ltd. Any unauthorised use constitutes an infringement of intellectual property rights and may attract civil or criminal liability.

 

4. PERMITTED USE OF THE WEBSITE

You are permitted to access and use this website solely for lawful purposes and in accordance with this Legal Notice. You agree not to:

  • Use this website in any manner that violates any applicable South African law or regulation;

  • Transmit any unsolicited or unauthorised advertising or promotional material (spam) in contravention of the CPA and ECTA;

  • Introduce viruses, trojans, worms, logic bombs, or any other malicious material to this website;

  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to this website, the server on which it is stored, or any server, computer, or database connected to it;

  • Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of this website.

 

5. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

This website and all information, content, and materials contained herein are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, to the fullest extent permissible under South African law.

Ferrotrade International (Pty) Ltd does not warrant that: (a) the website will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free; (b) the results obtained from use of the website will be accurate or reliable; or (c) any errors in the website will be corrected.

Notwithstanding the above, nothing in this clause limits any rights you may have under the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 ("CPA") as a consumer, or any other statutory rights that cannot be excluded by contract.

 

6. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the maximum extent permitted by the laws of the Republic of South Africa, Ferrotrade International (Pty) Ltd, its directors, employees, agents, affiliates, and service providers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of, or inability to use, this website or the information contained herein.

This limitation of liability applies to all claims, whether based in contract, delict, statute, or any other legal theory, even if Ferrotrade International (Pty) Ltd has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Where the CPA or ECTA imposes liability that cannot be excluded, our liability shall be limited to the minimum extent required by law.

 

7. HYPERLINKS TO THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES

This website may contain hyperlinks to third-party websites, including the website of Schierle Stahlrohre GmbH & Co. KG. These links are provided for convenience only. Ferrotrade International (Pty) Ltd has no control over the content or practices of those websites and accepts no responsibility or liability for them or for any loss or damage that may arise from your use thereof.

The inclusion of any link on this website does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation by Ferrotrade International (Pty) Ltd of the linked website.

 

8. PRIVACY AND PROTECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

Ferrotrade International (Pty) Ltd is committed to the lawful processing of personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 ("POPIA").

When you submit personal information via this website (including your name, email address, or telephone number), such information will be processed solely for the purpose for which it was provided. We will not sell, rent, or otherwise disclose your personal information to third parties except where required by law or with your consent.

You have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information held by us. Such requests may be directed to our Information Officer at:

Information Officer: Danie Els

Email: danie.els@schierle.co.za

Our full Privacy Policy, as required under POPIA, is available on request and will be published on this website. The PAIA Manual (Promotion of Access to Information Act 2 of 2000) is available upon written request to the above contact details.

 

9. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS (ECTA COMPLIANCE)

In accordance with section 43 of the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002, Ferrotrade International (Pty) Ltd confirms that:

  • This website does not offer goods or services directly to consumers via an online transaction in the ordinary course of business; it serves as an informational platform only;

  • Electronic communications to the company may be directed to the email address disclosed in clause 1 above;

  • Data messages directed to Ferrotrade International (Pty) Ltd will be deemed received when they enter the information system designated by us for receiving such data messages.

 

10. CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT

Where Ferrotrade International (Pty) Ltd supplies goods or services to consumers as defined in the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008, consumers are entitled to the rights set out in that Act, including but not limited to:

  • The right to fair and honest dealing;

  • The right to fair, just, and reasonable terms and conditions;

  • The right to quality service and goods that are reasonably suitable for their intended purpose.

Nothing in this Legal Notice is intended to limit, negate, or override any right afforded to consumers under the CPA.

 

11. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

This Legal Notice and any dispute arising from your use of this website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa. You consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Republic of South Africa in respect of any dispute that may arise.

 

12. COMPLAINTS AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

If you have any complaints regarding this website or its content, please contact us in writing at the contact details provided in clause 1. We undertake to respond to written complaints within a reasonable time.

If a dispute cannot be resolved between the parties, either party may refer the matter to the applicable South African consumer tribunal or court of competent jurisdiction.

 

13. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Legal Notice is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable by any court or competent authority, that provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions.

 

© 2026 Ferrotrade International (Pty) Ltd | All Rights Reserved

This Legal Notice was prepared in accordance with South African law including ECTA, POPIA, PAIA, and the CPA.

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