Effective Date: January 9, 2026
Welcome to heat-integration.com (the “Website”), operated by Compound Research LLC (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Website, including any calculators, tools, content, software, and services provided through it (collectively, the “Services”).
By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.
1. Use of the Website
You may use the Website solely for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Violate any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, servers, or related systems
- Interfere with the security, performance, or functionality of the Website
- Copy, scrape, reverse-engineer, or exploit any part of the Website without prior written consent
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the Website at our sole discretion, without notice.
2. Informational Use Only – No Professional Advice
All content, calculators, models, and tools provided on this Website are for general informational and educational purposes only.
They do not constitute professional engineering, financial, legal, or operational advice. Calculator outputs and model results are estimates and may not reflect real-world conditions, constraints, assumptions, or regulatory requirements.
You acknowledge and agree that:
- You are solely responsible for verifying outputs
- Professional judgment and independent review are required before implementation
- Compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations is your responsibility
Compound Research LLC disclaims all liability for actions or decisions taken based on use of the Website.
3. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on the Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, designs, software, algorithms, calculators, and documentation, is owned by Compound Research LLC or its licensors and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without prior written permission, except for limited personal, non-commercial use.
4. User Inputs and Data
Any data, information, or materials you submit or input into the Website remain your responsibility. You represent that you have all necessary rights to submit such data.
We process user-submitted information solely to provide the Services, in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Please review the Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, store, and protect information.
5. Privacy
Your use of the Website is subject to our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and safeguard personal information. By using the Website, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree with our Privacy Policy, you must discontinue use of the Website.
6. Third-Party Links and Services
The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. These links are provided for convenience only.
We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for third-party content, policies, or practices. Accessing third-party services is at your own risk.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website and Services are provided “as is” and “as available”, without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:
- Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content or calculations
- Fitness for a particular purpose
- Non-infringement
We do not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Compound Research LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of the Website, including but not limited to:
- Loss of profits, revenue, or data
- Business interruption
- Engineering, financial, or operational decisions
In no event shall our total liability exceed the amount, if any, paid by you to access the Website.
9. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Compound Research LLC, its affiliates, officers, directors, and employees from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses arising out of or related to:
- Your use or misuse of the Website
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of applicable laws or third-party rights
10. Modifications to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Changes become effective upon posting on this page. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Illinois, and you consent to their jurisdiction.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms or the Website, please contact us:Compound Research LLC
Website: https://heat-integration.com