Code of Conduct for Suppliers

Formpipe is a values-driven company. Our values define us and guide us in our everyday work.

  • Passion for People – We are proud of who we are and put people first
  • Understanding Our Customers – We listen and create true business value
  • Respect and Trust – We are open-minded and we are honest
  • Perform with Quality – We take ownership and we act professionally
  • Lead by Example – We are value driven and we support each other
  • Engage and Have Fun – We have a unique team spirit and we love what we do

This code of conduct is adopted by Formpipe’s board and describes our values in environmental, social and financial sustainability.

We expect our suppliers to agree with our values and actively work to ensure they are adhered to internally as well as with their suppliers.

Laws and Regulations

Our suppliers must comply with the laws and regulations that are relevant to their operations.

Environmental Sustainability

The supplier is expected to:

  • Have an understanding of their environmental impact.
  • Work continuously with relevant environmental improvement measures.
  • Work to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases.
  • Work to make resource use efficient.
  • Handle waste in a responsible and environmentally sound manner.

Social and Economic Sustainability

Business Ethics

Our suppliers must conduct their business according to good business ethics and not accept any form of corruption, giving or receiving bribes, money laundering or unauthorised restriction of competition. Giving and receiving gifts and benefits must be done openly, with moderation, and have a natural connection to the business relationship.

Information Management

Confidential information relating to Formpipe or our customers may only be used for the purpose for which the information is intended.

Human Rights

Our suppliers must support internationally declared human rights and treat their employees and suppliers fairly and equally. They must have routines to prevent, detect, and handle violations of human rights.

Discrimination and Inappropriate Behaviour

Discrimination, regardless of basis, must not occur in recruitment, salary setting, training, promotion, or dismissal. Suppliers must also ensure that harassment, bullying, threats, oppression, or other offensive behavior does not occur.

Freedom of Association

Suppliers must respect employees’ rights to join unions and bargain collectively without fear of retaliation.

Terms of Employment

  • Employees must have written contracts in a language they understand.
  • Employees must have the right to statutory leave, including sick and parental leave.
  • Employees must have at least one rest day per week. Weekly working hours must not exceed legal limits.
  • Salary deductions as disciplinary measures are not permitted.
  • Wage discrimination is not permitted.

Individuals working under employment-like conditions must also be treated according to these principles.

Forced Labour

All work must be voluntary. No form of forced labour or work under threat or punishment is allowed.

Child Labour

Child labour is not permitted. If there is no national law, no one under the age of 15 may be employed.

Work Environment and Safety

Suppliers are responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy working environment. They must work systematically to improve health and safety conditions, report and investigate incidents, and implement preventive measures. Any incidents during work for Formpipe must be reported to Formpipe’s CEO.

All workers must be regularly trained and informed about safety routines and workplace risks. The use of drugs and alcohol during working hours is strictly prohibited. Suppliers must also ensure all employees, regardless of contract type, are covered by accident