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To rent items, you will need to print, sign and fax these terms to us
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DEFINITIONS - Film / Video Works:
Bullet   Prop rental is daily, seven day weekly flat may be negotiated. Travel time counts as part of the rental days. Props are generally defined as non-performing and are unable to take direction. They simply appear in a scene.
Bullet   Animatronic puppet rental is per day. Animatronic characters are puppets that take direction in front of the camera.
Bullet   A day's rental is 24 hours on all rental items, no prorating.

DISCOUNTS:
Bullet   Museum discounts receive 15% off all item costs. Labor costs are not affected by this discount. Museum must meet normal definition of a museum.
Bullet   Student Films receive 15% off all item costs. Labor costs are not affected by this discount. Student films also need not pay any copyright fees or costs. An Animal Makers Inc. credit on the film is required to qualify. The film must be for awards only and not a commercial venture. Also, the usual $2500 minimum is reduced to $1500.
Bullet   TT hose individuals applying for student discount must show proof of current enrollment in film classes at accredited school.

TERMS:
Bullet   Animal Makers, Inc. reserves the right to display completed works, supplied by the production company/ad agency upon completion of project for the sole purpose of displaying work participated in by Animal Makers, Inc., on the Animal Makers, Inc. web-site.
Bullet   Terms for customers with approved credit are Net 15. Equipment will not be shipped to new customers or those without approved credit except when the order is prepaid or C.O.D.
Bullet   Mastercard, Visa, major traveler's checks, cash transfer, cash and approved company checks are all accepted at AMI. AMEX is NOT accepted.
Bullet   A 3.5% fee is added to all rentals and/or purchases paid by credit card to cover credit card fees.
Bullet   Daily rental fees are charged per day out of the AMI studio (no grace period).
Bullet   Rentals are for Time Out, not time actually utilized.
Bullet   Client must complete the credit card application, present it to the AMI credit department, and be accepted or the rental / work order will be C.O.D.
Bullet   A deposit in the amount equal to the rental fee is due before the any item leaves our shop.
Bullet   Terms are available upon receipt of mailed invoice for established accounts with approved credit.
Bullet   Proof of insurance valued at an amount equal to the value of the rental is due before any item leaves our shop.
Bullet   California sales tax is not included in quotes or prices (Depending on sales and/or rentals, California sales tax may or may not apply).
Bullet   Shipping by common carrier is not included in original estimates.
Bullet   Client must insure item during round-trip shipping for the amount equal to the replacement value.
Bullet   $2,500 minimum per show. Animal Makers, Inc. is a manufacturer and cannot accomodate very small orders.
Bullet   Client/production company is liable for any directed damage.
Bullet   Rental Fees include one 24-hr. day of shooting for Puppets.
Bullet   $2,500 USD min per year.
Bullet   Purchase price includes: 90 day, in factory, parts & labor warranty; one year warranty against manufacturer defect.
Bullet   Freight, on set operation and/or installation is not included in prices or quotes.
Bullet   Feature Buyout covers use within the film, but not in trailers, DVD special Behind-the-scenes.
Bullet   All items are subject to prior sale, price change or rental without further notice.
Bullet   See "Terms & Conditions" for more information.
Bullet   Final delivery on most items within 8 weeks, if not in stock.
Bullet   Rush charges may apply if ordered within 14 days of delivery date
CREDITS:
Bullet   Feature Films, Television, Internet shows or series
"Animatronic Characters Created by Animal Makers, Inc."

Bullet   Print Publications (Local, National or International) (Within ad credits)
Any local, national or international print publications that feature Animal Maker's work must have Animal Makers, Inc. listed along with any other credits as www.animalmakers.com.

Bullet   Public Presentation (Tradeshows, Displays, Museum Exhibitions, etc)
Any products featuring Animal Maker's work for public presentation must have the Animal Maker's logo displayed with references to www.animalmakers.com.

SHIPPING:
Bullet   All shipments are F.O.B. Moorpark, CA by a standard carrier of Animal Makers, Inc. choice, unless otherwise specified by the customer.
Bullet   It is recommended to use trucks equipped with air suspension for larger, more valuable model shipments.
  Claims: Upon acceptance by the carrier from AMI, the material becomes the property of the customer. All claims for damage (hidden or obvious) must be made by the customer to the carrier. All shipments received by the customer should be carefully examined for any signs of damage before acceptance from the carrier.
Bullet   Returns: All returns must be authorized by AMI and are subject to a 15% restocking/refurbishing fee. All returns must be prepaid. All shipments that are shipped "Collect" or without a return authorization will be declined, unless there is written authorization from Animal Makers, Inc.

OVERAGES:
Bullet   Please notify AMI if a return delay is expected. There will be an additional rental fee if an item is held longer than the scheduled return date.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES:
Bullet   Returned check fee is $25.
Bullet   Any damage beyond reasonable or customary wear and tear will be charged at shop rates to fix (approximately $75 per hour). Cleaning and repair charge at shop rate of $75 per hour if rental is returned in need of those services.
Bullet   Late payments accrue 20% annual interest for past due balances over 30 days.
Bullet   Client agrees to pay all reasonable collection and legal fees incurred in collection of any money owed or in enforcing any terms of this agreement.
Bullet   There will be an 18% handling charge on all outside services.
Bullet   A 3.5% fee is added to all rentals and/or purchases paid by credit card to cover credit card fees.
Bullet   Boxing, crating, packing, and handling charges are NOT included (shipping and handling fees WILL be charged).

WARRANTY:
Bullet   Animal Makers, Inc will provide a certificate of authenticity to buyer.
Bullet   All models created by Animal Makers, Inc. are warrantied against failure and performance. The first 90 days includes all labor and materials. One year after original delivery date, the warranty is for materials. The customer is responsible for shipping both ways. This warranty covers normal wear and tear. Models that are subjected to abnormal or excessive wear and tear will be repaired at normal shop rates ($75 per hour).
Bullet   Animal Makers' models are NOT warranted as appropriate for any particular use, shot, or situation.
Bullet   Any Self-Maintenance, outside vendor programming and/or component alterations which then damages any part of AMI product voids AMI warranty.

Cancellations:
Bullet   Any Signed Contracts requiring custom work and that are cancelled within;
- 24 hours after signing the contract = 50% of contract payable to AMI.
- 48 hours after signing the contract = 75% of contract payable to AMI.
- 72 hours after signing the contract = 100% of contract payable to AMI.
Bullet   Any Signed Contracts not requiring any custom work and that are cancelled within;
- 24 hours after signing the contract = 10% of contract payable to AMI if any prep work was completed.
- 48 hours after signing the contract = 50% of contract payable to AMI if any prep work was completed.
- 72 hours after signing the contract = 100% of contract payable to AMI if any prep work was completed.
Bullet   All percentages are subject to AMI determination of costs incurred and potential loss of work.
   
    To rent items, you will need to print, sign and fax these terms to us
Click here to get a printable version of these terms

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