IMS Policy

KOVOP, spol. s r.o. is a Czech manufacturing company. With over 22 years of experience and intensive development in the field, a strong modern company has emerged. We place the highest demands on quality and continuously develop manufacturing technologies. Our automated machines are equipped with the latest technologies. We offer cost-effective and high-quality solutions. We manufacture components for industry, engineering, and construction. We supply renowned companies with both European and global reach.

• We supply load-bearing structures for residential containers.
• We supply components for industry, engineering, and construction to companies with European and global reach.


Quality, occupational safety, employee health protection, environmental care, and social responsibility have become one of the priorities and long-term strategic goals of the company to ensure continuous improvement of all processes and activities, not only with regard to profit but also other benefits and contributions. The company's core values are:

Employee Satisfaction

• Through a fair approach and equitable remuneration with regard to a pleasant working environment, we strive to ensure that employees enjoy coming to work
• Mutual respect, team cohesion, personal involvement of management, and interpersonal relationships based on the tradition of a family business are key aspects of communication
• We act responsibly and ethically towards each other and the environment, which we care about



Experience, Knowledge, and Technology

• We have many years of experience and extensive knowledge, which allow us to accommodate customers and propose innovative solutions
• Through continuous investment in new modern technologies and equipment, we are able to guarantee the maximum quality and precision of our production and products



Customer Satisfaction

• With our production capacity and productivity, we surpass the competition's ability to solve the customer's timing issue
• With our unique approach, we are more reliable, faster, and more flexible
• Pleasant working environment
• We ensure cleanliness and suitability of facilities for workers and strive to find opportunities for effective use of indoor and outdoor spaces
• Adhering to all legislative and other requirements is a matter of course for us, and we demand it from our suppliers and service providers as well

Others

• With a proactive approach, we ensure workplace safety, not only for our employees but also for suppliers, transporters, and visitors
• We strive to minimize the impact of our activities on the environment, use by-products from production for further processing, and efficiently plan production to minimize waste
• By continuous evaluation and regular inspection, training, and education of workers, we eliminate the possibilities of emergency situations, injuries, accidents, and discrepancies, including demanding compliance with all legislative, normative, and other requirements with the aim of continuous improvement in all areas

Carbon Footprint

• KOVOP will work on reducing the annual amount of greenhouse gas emissions and will maintain climate responsibility through its operations. This will contribute to improving the company's carbon footprint.
• In 2019, with the support of the EU, we reduced the overall energy intensity of operations by replacing lighting with LED sources.
• The carbon footprint measures the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere. KOVOP actively reduces its carbon footprint.
• It regularly invests in the latest technologies to reduce energy intensity.
• We are preparing a clean energy project from the sun, which we would like to implement next year.
• KOVOP will seek solutions that lead to meaningful investments, resulting in the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

Ethical Code

KOVOP, spol. s r.o. is a Czech manufacturing company founded in 1999. The accumulated experience and intensive development in the field have given rise to a modern and stable company. We manufacture components for industry, engineering, and construction. We supply renowned companies operating at both European and global levels. The KOVOP ethical code sets out basic values, principles, and expectations. Every employee is personally responsible for adhering to this code.

1. BASIC VALUES

• Honesty and Transparency – All our actions are guided by honesty and transparency, which means we do not tolerate any fraud or deceptive conduct.
• Responsibility – We respect legal regulations and commitments to the company, employees, and business partners. Every employee is responsible for their actions and their impact on the company and society.
• Quality and Innovation – We strive for the highest quality of our products and continuous improvement of our processes. Innovation and technological advancement are key factors in our growth. In addition to engineering and industrial components, we are expanding our production with a new manufacturing segment. This segment is strategically important to us, and therefore we invest in the most modern technologies and innovations in this area. Automation and digitalisation of production processes are an integral part of our strategy. We continuously invest in the latest technologies to ensure higher efficiency, quality, and competitiveness of our products.
• Respect and Cooperation – We approach colleagues, business partners, and customers with respect. We support open communication and fair dealings.
• Sustainability – We place special emphasis on environmental protection and sustainability of production both within manufacturing processes and in corporate decisions. The new manufacturing segment allows for more efficient use of materials, waste minimisation, and a lower environmental impact. Our manufacturing processes in this area meet the strictest environmental standards and contribute to sustainable development. We focus on minimising industrial waste and reducing emissions through effective management of production processes and the use of recycled materials and renewable resources.

2. PRINCIPLES OF ETHICAL BEHAVIOUR

2.1. Responsibility towards employees

• We support equal opportunities and do not discriminate based on gender, age, nationality, religion, or other factors.
• We ensure safety and health protection at work, provide training, and guarantee a safe working environment in accordance with ISO 45001.
• We offer fair working conditions, including appropriate wages, employee benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
• We support open dialogue between employees and management, including the possibility of anonymously reporting issues or unethical behaviour.
• Development and training – Given the increasing automation and digitalisation of our processes, we emphasise continuous education for our employees. We provide training in modern manufacturing technologies. We support professional growth and offer employees opportunities for further professional education.

2.2. Responsibility towards business partners

• We maintain honest and fair business relationships, ensure transparency, adhere to contractual obligations, and prevent conflicts of interest.
• We protect the confidential information of our business partners and customers.
• We adhere to ethical principles in relationships with suppliers and customers and cooperate only with partners who respect legal and ethical standards.
• We do not accept or offer any bribes, unethical incentives, or other inappropriate advantages.
• As a growing company, we emphasise long-term and sustainable relationships with our business partners. Our expansion into new markets is accompanied by strict adherence to ethical and quality standards.

2.3. Responsibility towards society and the environment

• We minimise negative impacts on the environment through efficient waste management, the use of renewable resources, and reducing emissions in accordance with ISO 14001.
• We actively contribute to the development of the local community through charitable initiatives and support.
• We comply with legal regulations and standards not only in business but also in ethics and social responsibility, following the principles of ISO 26001.
• We commit to the responsible use of raw materials and energy resources to reduce the ecological footprint of our company.

2.4. COMPLIANCE WITH THE CODE OF ETHICS

• Every employee is obliged to act in accordance with this code and actively contribute to its compliance.
• Any violation of ethical principles must be reported to the responsible persons in the company, directly to the management or through internal reporting systems.
• Employees who commit a serious breach of this code may face disciplinary actions, including termination of employment.

KOVOP expects every employee to act in accordance with these principles and contribute to building a fair and sustainable business. Each of us is responsible for ensuring that ethical behaviour is an integral part of our corporate culture.