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1.1 Site Owner and Data Controller

Envestis SA Via Serafino Balestra 10 CH-6900 Lugano Switzerland

Company Registration: CHE-339.253.743 (Swiss Commercial Register, Canton of Ticino) VAT Number: CHE-339.253.743 IVA

Contact:

1.2 Responsible for Content

Envestis SA is responsible for all content published on this website pursuant to Art. 3 of the Swiss Federal Act against Unfair Competition (UWG) and applicable EU regulations.

1.3 Data Protection Officer

Given the nature and scale of our data processing activities, we are not legally required to appoint a Data Protection Officer under the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (nDSG) or the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). For all data protection inquiries, please contact:

Data Protection Contact: [email protected]


2. Terms of Use

2.1 Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using projectmaterials.com (the “Website”) and/or any of its subdomains (including but not limited to blog.projectmaterials.com), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, you must discontinue use of this Website immediately.

2.2 Permitted Use

This Website provides technical information and educational content related to piping materials, valves, fittings, and industrial equipment for the Oil & Gas industry. You may:

  • Access and view content for personal, non-commercial purposes
  • Share links to our content with proper attribution
  • Print pages for personal reference

2.3 Prohibited Use

You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without written permission
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to extract content
  • Remove copyright or proprietary notices
  • Use the Website for any unlawful purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the Website

2.4 Intellectual Property

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, data tables, diagrams, and software, is the property of Envestis SA or its licensors and is protected by Swiss, EU, and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

Copyright Notice: All rights reserved by Envestis SA, Switzerland.

2.5 Technical Information Disclaimer

The technical information provided on this Website (including dimension charts, material specifications, pressure-temperature ratings, and engineering data) is for general informational and educational purposes only.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS:

  • This information does not constitute professional engineering advice
  • Always verify specifications against current official standards (ASME, API, EN, ISO)
  • Consult qualified engineers for project-specific applications
  • Standards and specifications are subject to revision
  • We are not liable for errors, omissions, or outdated information
  • Application of this information is at your own risk

2.6 Budget Prices Disclaimer

The pricing information displayed on this Website (including but not limited to product prices, mill stock prices, and any budget estimates) is provided for indicative and reference purposes only.

IMPORTANT - NO LIABILITY FOR PRICES:

  • All prices are approximate budget estimates and do not constitute a commercial offer
  • Prices are subject to change without notice due to market fluctuations, currency exchange rates, raw material costs, and other factors
  • Actual transaction prices may differ significantly from displayed estimates
  • Prices do not include taxes, duties, shipping, insurance, or other ancillary costs unless explicitly stated
  • We make no representation or warranty regarding the accuracy, completeness, or currentness of any pricing information
  • Envestis SA accepts no liability whatsoever for any decisions, transactions, or losses based on the pricing information provided
  • Always obtain formal quotations from suppliers before making purchasing decisions
  • Price data may be sourced from third parties and we do not verify its accuracy

By using the pricing features of this Website, you acknowledge and accept that all price information is purely indicative and that you rely on it entirely at your own risk.

2.8 Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
  • Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of information
  • Uninterrupted or error-free operation
  • Freedom from viruses or harmful components
  • Non-infringement of third-party rights

2.9 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ENVESTIS SA, ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

  • Any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
  • Personal injury or property damage
  • Any damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Website
  • Any damages arising from reliance on technical information provided

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory (contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise).

This Website contains links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only. We:

  • Do not endorse or control external websites
  • Are not responsible for their content, accuracy, or privacy practices
  • Do not guarantee availability of external resources
  • Recommend reviewing third-party terms and privacy policies

2.11 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Envestis SA from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your violation of these Terms or misuse of the Website.

2.12 Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of modified Terms. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.

2.13 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.


3. Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Envestis SA (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal data when you use projectmaterials.com.

3.1 Applicable Laws and Regulations

This policy is designed to comply with data protection laws worldwide, including but not limited to:

Europe & Switzerland:

  • Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (nDSG/DSG) - Effective September 1, 2023
  • EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - Regulation 2016/679
  • UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) - Data Protection Act 2018
  • ePrivacy Directive - Directive 2002/58/EC (Cookie Law)

Americas:

  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) - California, USA
  • Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA) - Virginia, USA
  • Colorado Privacy Act (CPA) - Colorado, USA
  • Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA) - Connecticut, USA
  • Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA) - Utah, USA
  • Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA) - Texas, USA
  • Oregon Consumer Privacy Act (OCPA) - Oregon, USA
  • Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD) - Brazil
  • Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) - Canada
  • Ley Federal de Protección de Datos Personales (LFPDPPP) - Mexico

Asia-Pacific:

  • Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) - Singapore
  • Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) - Thailand
  • Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI) - Japan
  • Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) - China
  • Information Technology Act & Digital Personal Data Protection Act - India
  • Privacy Act 1988 - Australia
  • Privacy Act 2020 - New Zealand
  • Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) - Malaysia
  • Republic Act 10173 (Data Privacy Act) - Philippines
  • Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) - South Korea

Middle East & Africa:

  • UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45/2021 - United Arab Emirates
  • PDPL (Personal Data Protection Law) - Saudi Arabia
  • Data Protection Law 5783-2023 - Israel
  • Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) - South Africa
  • Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) - Nigeria
  • Kenya Data Protection Act - Kenya

Other:

  • Federal Law on Personal Data Protection - Russia
  • Law on Personal Data Protection - Turkey

3.2 Data Controller Information

Data Controller: Envestis SA Address: Via Serafino Balestra 10, CH-6900 Lugano, Switzerland Email: [email protected]

For EU residents, we process data as a controller under Art. 4(7) GDPR.

3.3 Categories of Personal Data Collected

3.3.1 Data You Provide Voluntarily

Data CategoryExamplesCollection Point
Contact DataName, email, messageContact form
Professional DataCV, work history, skillsTalent Pool form
Communication DataInquiries, feedbackEmail correspondence

3.3.2 Data Collected Automatically

Data CategoryExamplesPurpose
Technical DataIP address (anonymized), browser type, device type, operating systemWebsite functionality
Usage DataPages visited, time spent, click patterns, referral sourceAnalytics and improvement
Location DataCountry/region (from IP)Content localization

3.3.3 Data We Do NOT Collect

  • Sensitive personal data (health, religion, political views, sexual orientation)
  • Financial data (credit cards, bank accounts)
  • Government identifiers (passport, social security numbers)
  • Biometric data
  • Data from minors knowingly
PurposeLegal Basis (GDPR Art. 6)Legal Basis (nDSG)
Website operation and securityLegitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f))Art. 31(1) nDSG
Analytics and improvementConsent (Art. 6(1)(a))Art. 31(2)(a) nDSG
Responding to inquiriesContract performance (Art. 6(1)(b))Art. 31(2)(a) nDSG
Recruitment servicesConsent (Art. 6(1)(a))Art. 31(2)(a) nDSG
Legal complianceLegal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c))Art. 31(2)(c) nDSG
AdvertisingConsent (Art. 6(1)(a))Art. 31(2)(a) nDSG

3.5 Third-Party Service Providers (Sub-Processors)

We use the following third-party services that may process your data:

ServiceProviderPurposeData ProcessedPrivacy Policy
HostingVercel Inc. (USA)Website hosting and deliveryIP address, usage datavercel.com/legal/privacy-policy
AnalyticsGoogle LLC (USA)Traffic analysisAnonymized IP, usage datapolicies.google.com/privacy
AdvertisingGoogle LLC (USA)Display advertisementsCookie data, interestspolicies.google.com/privacy
AnalyticsMicrosoft Corp. (USA)User behavior analysisSession recordings, clicksprivacy.microsoft.com
AnalyticsLinkedIn Corp. (USA)Conversion trackingProfessional datalinkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy
FormsGoogle LLC (USA)Form submissionsForm datapolicies.google.com/privacy

3.6 International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside Switzerland and the European Economic Area (EEA), including the United States.

Safeguards for International Transfers:

  • EU-US Data Privacy Framework: For US providers certified under the DPF
  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): EU Commission approved clauses
  • Swiss-US Data Privacy Framework: For transfers from Switzerland to certified US organizations
  • Adequacy Decisions: Transfers to countries with adequate protection levels

We ensure all transfers comply with Chapter 5 GDPR and Art. 16-17 nDSG.

3.7 Data Retention Periods

Data TypeRetention PeriodBasis
Analytics data14 monthsGoogle Analytics default
Contact form submissions24 monthsLegitimate interest
CV/Recruitment data24 months from submissionConsent
Server logs30 daysSecurity
Cookie consent records12 monthsLegal compliance
Email correspondence36 monthsLegitimate interest

After retention periods expire, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

3.8 Recruitment & Talent Pool Services

3.8.1 Data Collected

When you submit your CV through our Piping Talent Pool form, we collect:

  • Full name, email address, phone number
  • Current location and availability
  • Professional information (department, role, years of experience, certifications)
  • CV/resume document (PDF, DOC, DOCX)

3.8.2 Purpose of Processing

Your data is processed exclusively for:

  • Job matching: Connecting you with relevant opportunities in the Oil & Gas industry
  • Recruiter access: Sharing your profile with verified industry partners
  • Communication: Contacting you about suitable positions

3.8.3 Data Sharing with Recruitment Partners

By submitting your CV, you explicitly consent to sharing with:

  • EPC Contractors (Engineering, Procurement & Construction companies)
  • Recruitment Agencies (specialized Oil & Gas recruiters)
  • Oil & Gas Operators and service companies
  • Fabrication yards and manufacturing companies

We only share data with verified partners who agree to use it solely for recruitment purposes.

You may withdraw consent at any time by emailing [email protected]. Upon withdrawal, your data will be deleted within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

3.9 Your Data Protection Rights

3.9.1 Rights Under GDPR (EU/EEA Residents)

RightDescriptionArticle
AccessObtain confirmation and copy of your dataArt. 15
RectificationCorrect inaccurate or incomplete dataArt. 16
ErasureRequest deletion (“right to be forgotten”)Art. 17
RestrictionLimit processing in certain circumstancesArt. 18
PortabilityReceive data in machine-readable formatArt. 20
ObjectObject to processing based on legitimate interestArt. 21
Withdraw ConsentWithdraw previously given consentArt. 7(3)
Automated DecisionsNot be subject to solely automated decisionsArt. 22

3.9.2 Rights Under Swiss nDSG

Swiss residents have similar rights under Articles 25-29 nDSG, including:

  • Right to information (Art. 25)
  • Right to data portability (Art. 28)
  • Right to object (Art. 30)

3.9.3 Rights Under UK GDPR

UK residents have equivalent rights under the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.

3.9.4 Rights Under US State Privacy Laws

California (CCPA/CPRA): California residents have the right to know, access, delete, correct, and opt-out of sale/sharing of personal information. You also have the right to limit use of sensitive personal information and non-discrimination for exercising rights.

Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Texas, Oregon: Residents of these states have similar rights including access, correction, deletion, data portability, and the right to opt-out of targeted advertising, sale of personal data, and profiling.

We do not sell personal information as defined by any US state privacy law.

3.9.5 Rights Under Brazilian LGPD

Brazilian residents have rights including:

  • Confirmation of data processing
  • Access to data
  • Correction of incomplete or inaccurate data
  • Anonymization, blocking, or deletion of unnecessary data
  • Data portability
  • Information about shared data with third parties
  • Revocation of consent

3.9.6 Rights Under Canadian PIPEDA

Canadian residents have the right to:

  • Access personal information held about them
  • Challenge the accuracy and completeness of information
  • Withdraw consent (subject to legal restrictions)
  • File a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner

3.9.7 Rights Under Australian Privacy Act

Australian residents have rights to:

  • Know what personal information is collected and why
  • Access and correct personal information
  • Complain about privacy breaches
  • Opt-out of direct marketing

3.9.8 Rights Under Asia-Pacific Laws

Singapore (PDPA): Rights to access, correction, and withdrawal of consent. Japan (APPI): Rights to disclosure, correction, cessation of use, and deletion. South Korea (PIPA): Rights to access, correction, suspension, and deletion. India (DPDPA): Rights to access, correction, erasure, and grievance redressal.

3.9.9 Rights Under Middle East & Africa Laws

UAE, Saudi Arabia: Rights to access, rectification, and erasure of personal data. South Africa (POPIA): Rights to access, correction, deletion, and objection to processing.

3.9.10 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:

Email: [email protected] Subject: Data Protection Request - [Your Right]

We will respond within:

  • 30 days (GDPR/UK GDPR)
  • 30 days (nDSG)
  • 45 days (CCPA)

We may request identity verification before processing requests.

3.10 Right to Lodge a Complaint

If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority:

JurisdictionAuthorityWebsite
SwitzerlandFDPIC (Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner)edoeb.admin.ch
EU (lead authority)Varies by country of residenceedpb.europa.eu
GermanyBfDI or State DPAsbfdi.bund.de
FranceCNILcnil.fr
ItalyGarante Privacygaranteprivacy.it
SpainAEPDaepd.es
NetherlandsAutoriteit Persoonsgegevensautoriteitpersoonsgegevens.nl
BelgiumAPD/GBAdataprotectionauthority.be
UKICO (Information Commissioner’s Office)ico.org.uk
USA (California)California Attorney Generaloag.ca.gov
USA (Virginia)Virginia Attorney Generaloag.state.va.us
USA (Colorado)Colorado Attorney Generalcoag.gov
BrazilANPD (Autoridade Nacional de Proteção de Dados)gov.br/anpd
CanadaOPC (Office of the Privacy Commissioner)priv.gc.ca
AustraliaOAIC (Office of the Australian Information Commissioner)oaic.gov.au
SingaporePDPC (Personal Data Protection Commission)pdpc.gov.sg
JapanPPC (Personal Information Protection Commission)ppc.go.jp
South KoreaPIPC (Personal Information Protection Commission)pipc.go.kr
IndiaData Protection Board of Indiameity.gov.in
UAEUAE Data Officeuaecabinet.ae
Saudi ArabiaSDAIAsdaia.gov.sa
South AfricaInformation Regulatorinforegulator.org.za
New ZealandOPC (Office of the Privacy Commissioner)privacy.org.nz

3.11 Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

Technical Measures:

  • HTTPS/TLS encryption for all data transmission
  • Regular security updates and patches
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Secure hosting infrastructure (Vercel)

Organizational Measures:

  • Data minimization principles
  • Staff confidentiality obligations
  • Regular security assessments
  • Incident response procedures

3.12 Data Breach Notification

In the event of a personal data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will:

  • Notify the relevant supervisory authority within 72 hours (Art. 33 GDPR)
  • Notify affected individuals without undue delay when required (Art. 34 GDPR)
  • Document the breach and remedial actions taken

3.13 Automated Decision-Making

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal effects or similarly significant effects on you.

Analytics services may use algorithms to analyze usage patterns, but this does not affect your rights or access to our services.

3.14 Children’s Privacy

This Website is not directed at individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, please contact us immediately at [email protected], and we will promptly delete such data.

3.15 Display of Company Logos (Visitor Analytics)

Our Website displays logos of companies whose employees visit our knowledge base, as identified through analytics tracking tools. This information is derived from publicly available data associated with corporate IP addresses and domain names.

Important Notice for Companies:

If your company’s logo appears on our Website and you wish to have it removed, please send an email to [email protected] with the subject line “Logo Removal Request”. Upon verification, we will:

  1. Remove your company’s logo from our Website within 5 business days
  2. Block access to our knowledge base from your company’s servers and IP ranges

By requesting logo removal, you acknowledge and accept that access to Projectmaterials Wiki will be restricted for users accessing from your corporate network.

This policy exists to maintain transparency about our audience while respecting the wishes of organizations that prefer not to be publicly associated with our platform.


4.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They serve various purposes including remembering preferences, analyzing traffic, and delivering relevant advertisements.

When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:

  • Accept all cookies: Enable all cookie categories
  • Reject non-essential cookies: Only essential cookies will be set
  • Customize preferences: Choose specific cookie categories

You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site.

4.3 Types of Cookies We Use

4.3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Website to function. They cannot be disabled.

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
cookie-consentprojectmaterials.comStores your cookie preference1 year

Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (no consent required per Art. 5(3) ePrivacy Directive)

4.3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Website.

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
_gaGoogle AnalyticsDistinguishes unique users2 years
ga*Google AnalyticsMaintains session state2 years
_gidGoogle AnalyticsDistinguishes users24 hours
_clckMicrosoft ClarityPersists Clarity user ID1 year
_clskMicrosoft ClaritySession stitching1 day
CLIDMicrosoft ClarityUser identification1 year
li_gcLinkedInCookie consent state6 months
AnalyticsSyncHistoryLinkedInAnalytics sync30 days

Legal Basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)

4.3.3 Advertising/Marketing Cookies

These cookies deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign performance.

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
__gadsGoogle AdSenseAd serving13 months
__gpiGoogle AdSenseAd personalization13 months
li_sugrLinkedInBrowser identification90 days
bcookieLinkedInBrowser ID1 year
UserMatchHistoryLinkedInAd targeting sync30 days

Legal Basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)

4.3.4 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality.

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
themeprojectmaterials.comStores dark/light theme preference1 year
sidebar-collapsedprojectmaterials.comStores sidebar statePersistent
pm-sidebarprojectmaterials.comStores sidebar expansion statePersistent

Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (user experience)

4.4 Third-Party Cookies

The following third parties may set cookies when you visit our Website:

Third PartyPurposeOpt-Out
GoogleAnalytics and advertisingadssettings.google.com
MicrosoftAnalytics (Clarity)clarity.microsoft.com/optout
LinkedInAnalytics and advertisinglinkedin.com/psettings/advertising

4.5 Managing Cookies

4.5.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser:

BrowserInstructions
ChromeSettings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
FirefoxSettings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
SafariPreferences → Privacy → Cookies
EdgeSettings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies

4.5.2 Opt-Out Tools

4.5.3 Do Not Track

Some browsers support “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, as there is no industry standard for compliance. We honor cookie consent preferences instead.

4.6 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect Website functionality:

  • Analytics cookies: No impact on functionality
  • Advertising cookies: You may see less relevant ads
  • Functional cookies: Preferences may not be saved

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the Website to operate.


5. Changes to These Policies

We may update these policies periodically to reflect:

  • Changes in our practices or services
  • Legal or regulatory requirements
  • User feedback

5.1 Notification of Changes

For material changes, we will:

  • Update the “Last updated” date at the bottom of this page
  • Post a notice on the Website (for significant changes)
  • Obtain new consent where required by law

5.2 Version History

VersionDateSummary of Changes
2.1February 2026Added global privacy law coverage (40+ jurisdictions), company logo policy
2.0February 2026Complete rewrite for nDSG, GDPR, CCPA compliance
1.0January 2025Initial policy

6. Contact Information

For any questions regarding these policies or to exercise your data protection rights:

Envestis SA Via Serafino Balestra 10 CH-6900 Lugano Switzerland

Email: [email protected] Website: projectmaterials.com

Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days.


7. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and policies are governed by the laws of Switzerland. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Lugano, Canton of Ticino, Switzerland.

For EU consumers, mandatory consumer protection laws of your country of residence may also apply, and you may bring proceedings in your local courts.


Last updated: February 2026

This policy is designed to comply with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (nDSG), the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the UK GDPR, US state privacy laws (CCPA, VCDPA, CPA, and others), Brazil’s LGPD, Canada’s PIPEDA, and applicable data protection laws in Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Africa.