Disclaimer and Terms of Use

The Simbi Rebar software (the “Software”) is made available by Simbi Rebar (“we”, “us”, “our”) as a professional detailing aid for qualified users. Please read this disclaimer carefully before downloading, subscribing to, accessing, or using the Software, including any free trial.

1. The Software. Simbi Rebar is a reinforcement detailing tool that assists qualified users in populating and propagating reinforcement in concrete elements in accordance with a user-selected design code. It is provided on a subscription basis, including a limited free trial period, subject to these terms and the applicable End User Licence Agreement.

2. Intended Users. The Software is intended exclusively for use by professional engineers, structural designers, detailers, and other suitably qualified or competent persons. It is not intended for use by members of the public or by persons without the relevant technical training. Users are responsible for ensuring they hold the necessary qualifications and registrations to use the Software’s outputs in their jurisdiction.

3. Professional Verification Required. All outputs of the Software — including but not limited to reinforcement layouts, schedules, quantities, drawings, calculations, and recommendations — are intended solely as an aid to the user and must be independently checked, verified, and approved by a registered professional engineer (or equivalent competent person under the laws of the relevant jurisdiction) before being relied upon for design, procurement, construction, or any other purpose. The signing professional remains solely accountable for the work they certify.

4. Design Codes and Jurisdictions. The Software supports user-selected design codes. The user is responsible for selecting the appropriate code, applying any relevant national annexes, amendments, or project-specific requirements, and verifying that the Software’s implementation of the chosen code is appropriate for their project and jurisdiction. We do not warrant that any code implementation is complete, current, or suitable for any particular use. Codes and regulations vary by country and are subject to change without notice to us.

5. No Warranty. The Software and all related materials are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including without limitation any warranty of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, completeness, reliability, security, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Software will be uninterrupted, error-free, free of harmful components, or that any defects will be corrected.

6. User Responsibilities. The user is solely responsible for: (a) ensuring all inputs are accurate, complete, and appropriate for the intended application; (b) selecting and correctly applying the relevant design codes, standards, and regulations; (c) independently verifying all outputs prior to use, including but not limited to reinforcement quantities, layouts, bar bending schedules, and code compliance; (d) identifying conditions outside the Software’s intended scope (including but not limited to seismic detailing, durability, fire-resistance, fatigue, and connection design); (e) ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and professional obligations in the user’s jurisdiction.

7. Limitation of Liability. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Simbi Rebar and its directors, employees, agents, affiliates, contractors, and suppliers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary loss or damage of any kind — including, without limitation, loss of profit, revenue, business, data, goodwill, project delays, construction costs, design errors, structural defects, personal injury, property damage, or third-party claims — arising out of or in any way connected with access to, use of, reliance on, inability to use, or misuse of the Software or its outputs, whether based on contract, delict (tort), statute, or any other legal theory, and whether or not we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Where liability cannot be excluded by applicable law, our aggregate liability shall be limited to the total subscription fees paid by the user to us in the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim.

8. Indemnity. By using the Software, the user agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Simbi Rebar and its directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or related to the user’s use of the Software, the user’s reliance on its outputs, the user’s breach of these terms, or the user’s violation of any law or third-party right.

9. No Professional Relationship. Use of the Software does not create any engineer–client, consultant, or professional advisory relationship between the user (or any third party) and Simbi Rebar. The Software does not constitute professional engineering advice.

10. Free Trial. Any free trial is offered on the same terms as a paid subscription, with no additional warranties. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or withdraw the free trial at any time without notice.

11. Changes. We may update, modify, or discontinue the Software, the subscription service, or these terms at any time. Material changes to these terms will be notified through the Software or our website. Continued use following any change constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

12. International Use. The Software is offered internationally. The user is responsible for compliance with all local laws applicable to their use of the Software, including export controls, data-protection laws, and professional regulations.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction. These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [insert governing jurisdiction — typically Simbi Rebar’s country of incorporation]. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these terms or the use of the Software shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of [insert jurisdiction], save where mandatory consumer-protection laws of the user’s country of residence require otherwise.

14. Severability. If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable in any jurisdiction, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Acceptance. By downloading, installing, subscribing to, accessing, or using the Software — including any free trial — you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by this disclaimer and the Terms of Use.

For questions or to report an issue, please contact: info@simbirebar.com