Orders should reference a valid purchase order number and be placed with a minimum value of $200.00 excluding applicable shipping/handling charges and taxes. Orders below the minimum will be assessed a $25.00 service charge and will be clearly marked on the invoice as “Minimum Order Service Charge”. Orders are shipped via the most cost effective method, utilizing common carrier selected by Qualtran. Freight charges will be prepaid and added to the customer’s invoice unless other arrangements have been made. The customer may request a carrier of their choice and, as always, will be responsible for shipping fees. Freight charges arising from express shipment(s) will be the responsibility of the customer. Proof of delivery requests must be made within 60 days of invoice date to ensure accurate response from the carrier. All shipment shortages and/or damages should be reported to Qualtran within 24 hours of receipt of order. It is imperative that any shortages and/or damages be documented in writing with the carrier upon delivery. Qualtran be responsible for credit or replacement of product due to shortage and/or damage if proper documentation of shortage and/or damage is not made with the carrier.