Terms of Use

This page sets out the terms on which you may use the website of Scandinavian Optics, published at www.ssinstruments.se. By using the Website you accept these terms. We may revise them from time to time, and your continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

These terms govern use of the Website only. They do not govern the purchase of our products — for that, see our Terms & Conditions. For how we handle personal data, see our Privacy Policy.

1. Information on the Website

We take care to keep the Website accurate and current, but we give no warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, timeliness or usefulness of the information published on it. Product specifications, configurations and availability may be added to, amended, corrected or withdrawn at our discretion and without prior notice.

Images are illustrative and delivered configurations may differ. Technical information is given for general guidance and does not form part of any contract unless confirmed in a written quotation. Nothing on the Website constitutes a binding offer.

We accept no liability for loss arising from changes to, or withdrawal of, information on the Website. This exclusion does not apply where the applicable law does not permit it, in which case our liability applies to the extent the law requires.

2. Technical requirements

The Website is designed for current versions of the major browsers, with JavaScript and stylesheets enabled. Some documents are published in PDF format and require a compatible reader.

3. Copyright

Unless otherwise stated, Scandinavian Optics or its licensors own the copyright in all material published on the Website, including text, images, product photographs, video, documentation and software (the "Materials"). These rights are protected by Swedish and international copyright law.

You may view, download and print the Materials for your own internal, professional or educational use. Any other use — including copying, modification, republication, public transmission, distribution, lending, licensing or any commercial exploitation — requires our prior written consent, unless different terms are expressly stated within the relevant Material.

4. Trade marks

The Scandinavian Optics name and logo, and the names of Scandinavian Optics products and series including CRYSTAL, BIO-VIEW, METAL-SCOPE, METAL-INVERT, STEREO-VIEW and EDU-LUX, are trade marks of Scandinavian Optics. Other product and company names appearing on the Website are generally the property of their respective owners. Written consent is required before any use of the Scandinavian Optics logo.

5. Linking to this Website

Third-party sites that link to the Website are operated under the responsibility of their owners. A link to our Website does not indicate any relationship between Scandinavian Optics and that party, nor any endorsement by us of their products or services.

6. Links to other websites

The Website may link to sites operated by others. Those sites are outside our control and we accept no responsibility for their content, availability or privacy practices. Links are provided for convenience only and do not imply endorsement or any affiliation. Use them at your own risk and subject to their own terms.

7. Disclaimer

The Website is provided on an "as is" basis. To the extent permitted by law we exclude liability for loss or damage arising directly or indirectly from your access to or use of the Website, including any interruption in its availability.

Nothing in these terms limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, for fraud, or for any other liability that cannot lawfully be excluded. Where the applicable law does not permit an exclusion set out above, our liability applies to the extent the law requires.

8. Unsolicited ideas and submissions

To avoid disputes over intellectual property, we do not accept or consider unsolicited proposals concerning technologies, products, services, designs or business opportunities. If you nonetheless send us such material, we are under no obligation to review it, to treat it as confidential, or to respond, and no compensation will be due should our own products or activities resemble it.

This does not apply to information you send us in the ordinary course of an enquiry, quotation, order or support request, which is handled as described in our Privacy Policy.

9. Intended use of products

Scandinavian Optics instruments are engineered for advanced research, life sciences, biomedical and pharmaceutical research, biotechnology, nanotechnology, materials science, metallurgy, industrial inspection, quality control, electronics, engineering, environmental and geological studies, forensic science, agriculture, universities, laboratories and education. You are responsible for confirming that a product is suitable for your intended application.

10. Export control

Information and products presented on the Website may be subject to export control and sanctions rules. You may not use the Website, or acquire products through it, in breach of those rules.

11. Scope

The Website is intended for visitors seeking information about Scandinavian Optics products and services. It is not directed at any person in a jurisdiction where publication or availability would be contrary to local law.

12. Governing law and jurisdiction

These terms are governed by Swedish law, without reference to its conflict-of-law rules. Disputes arising out of or in connection with them shall be determined by the Swedish courts.

This does not affect the mandatory rights of consumers resident in other EU/EEA countries.

13. Accessibility

We aim to make the Website usable by everyone. If you encounter a barrier, please contact us.

14. Questions

For any questions regarding this page, please contact: