General Terms and Conditions for the Rental of Event Furniture, Audio, Video, Lighting, and Special Effects Equipment from Ekip Event, a brand of Ekip & Co Suisse Sàrl

1. Purpose of the Rental
These general terms and conditions govern the rental of event furniture and audiovisual equipment (hereinafter referred to as “the goods”) between Ekip & Co Suisse Sàrl, Zone Industrielle Le Trési 9B, 1028 Préverenges (IDE: CHE-337-198.837) (hereinafter referred to as “the Lessor”) and the client (hereinafter referred to as “the Lessee”).

2. Booking
The booking of the goods must be made in writing, by email, or via our website. A deposit of 20% to 50% of the total amount is required to confirm the booking.

3. Rental Period
The rental period is specified in the quote, which will serve as the rental agreement if accepted by the client. Any extension of the rental period must be agreed upon in writing with the Lessor and may incur additional charges.

4. Delivery, Installation, and Return
The Lessor undertakes to deliver and install the goods in good working order at the address agreed upon with the lessee. Delivery and installation fees will be specified in the quote. The Lessee must ensure that access to the venue is adequate for delivery. The lessee is required to return the goods to the address and on the date agreed upon with the lessor, in the same condition as upon delivery, with the exception of normal wear and tear.

5. Liability
The Lessor disclaims all liability for damages caused by the goods, except in the case of hidden defects or manufacturing faults. The Lessee is solely responsible for the use of the goods and any consequences that may arise therefrom.

7. Annulation
En cas d’annulation de la réservation, le Locataire doit en informer le Loueur par écrit. Les conditions d’annulation sont les suivantes :
– Annulation plus de 60 jours avant la date de location : remboursement de l’acompte moins 200.- de frais administratifs
– Annulation entre 60 et 20 jours avant la date de location : perte de l’acompte.
– Annulation entre 20 et 5 jours avant la date de location : paiement de 50% du montant de la location
– Annulation moins de 5 jours avant la date de location : paiement intégral du montant de la location.7. Cancellation
In the event of a booking cancellation, the Lessee must inform the Lessor in writing. The cancellation conditions are as follows:
– Cancellation more than 60 days before the rental date: refund of the deposit less 200.- in administrative fees
– Cancellation between 60 and 20 days before the rental date: forfeiture of the deposit.
– Cancellation between 20 and 5 days before the rental date: payment of 50% of the rental amount
– Cancellation less than 5 days before the rental date: full payment of the rental amount.8. Force majeure
Les parties sont libérées de leurs obligations en cas de force majeure empêchant l’exécution du contrat de location.8. Force Majeure
The parties are released from their obligations in the event of force majeure preventing the execution of the rental agreement.9. Paiement
Le solde de la location doit être réglé au plus tard 5 jours avant la date de livraison. Les paiements peuvent être effectués par carte bancaire, virement ou espèces.9. Payment
The balance of the rental must be paid no later than 5 days before the delivery date. Payments can be made by credit card, bank transfer, or cash.10. Résolution
En cas de non-respect par l’une des parties de ses obligations, l’autre partie pourra résilier le présent contrat de plein droit, moyennant un préavis de 30 jours.10. Termination
In the event of non-compliance by one of the parties with its obligations, the other party may terminate this contract as of right, subject to 30 days’ notice.11. Litiges
En cas de litige, les parties s’engagent à tenter de résoudre le différend à l’amiable. À défaut,le litige sera soumis aux tribunaux compétents de Lausanne, conformément au droit suisse.11. Disputes
In the event of a dispute, the parties undertake to attempt to resolve the disagreement amicably. Failing this, the dispute will be submitted to the competent courts of Lausanne, in accordance with Swiss law.12. Modifications des conditions
Le Loueur se réserve le droit de modifier ces conditions générales à tout moment. Les modifications seront communiquées au Locataire et entreront en vigueur dès leur publication.12. Amendments to the Conditions
The Lessor reserves the right to amend these general terms and conditions at any time. The amendments will be communicated to the Lessee and will come into effect upon their publication.

7. Cancellation
In the event of a booking cancellation, the Lessee must inform the Lessor in writing. The cancellation conditions are as follows:
– Cancellation more than 60 days before the rental date: refund of the deposit less 200.- in administrative fees
– Cancellation between 60 and 20 days before the rental date: forfeiture of the deposit.
– Cancellation between 20 and 5 days before the rental date: payment of 50% of the rental amount
– Cancellation less than 5 days before the rental date: full payment of the rental amount.

8. Force Majeure
The parties are released from their obligations in the event of force majeure preventing the execution of the rental agreement.

9. Payment
The balance of the rental must be paid no later than 5 days before the delivery date. Payments can be made by credit card, bank transfer, or cash.

10. Termination
In the event of non-compliance by one of the parties with its obligations, the other party may terminate this contract as of right, subject to 30 days’ notice.

11. Disputes
In the event of a dispute, the parties undertake to attempt to resolve the disagreement amicably. Failing this, the dispute will be submitted to the competent courts of Lausanne, in accordance with Swiss law.

12. Amendments to the Conditions
The Lessor reserves the right to amend these general terms and conditions at any time. The amendments will be communicated to the Lessee and will come into effect upon their publication.