What should manufacturers of concrete products bear in mind?
Varying distribution channels and warranty periods
Following the ECJ judgment of 2011, producers are often faced with the issue of which costs they can be held liable for if the product turned out to be deficient. This question becomes even more important when considering the fact that manufacturers are usually bound to just deliver the sold item, rather than to also install it. In general, the customer may claim subsequent contractual performance, i.e. that the defect be remedied or a product free from defects be delivered. The seller must bear the associated expenses, including the costs of transport, road tolls, labor and materials.
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