Our commitment to sustainability
Our commitment began in 2008 with the creation of #Guidi4art, a project dedicated to promoting art and culture.
In 2018, we expanded this vision by launching #Guidi4all: our sustainability framework, a program that brings together the environment, people, and industrial development.
#Guidi4all is our concrete commitment to balancing economic prosperity, social well-being, and environmental protection.
It is not communication. It is planning.
For us, sustainability is not a department: it is a way of designing and doing business. It is not a separate initiative running alongside the company. It is the company.
A commitment that creates value
We work so that our contribution, as part of an industrial reality, can be useful in:
- contributing to global development
- promoting people’s well-being
- protecting the environment
Quality, certifications and continuous improvement
Within the company, we have established high standards of quality and sustainability in our production processes.
We obtained ISO 9001 certification in 1996 and ISO 14001 environmental certification in 1998, both essential tools for ensuring continuous improvement, monitored by external bodies.
These are complemented by ISO 45001 certification, which confirms our commitment to protecting health and safety in the workplace.
Environment
Small or large, every action counts
Environmental sustainability guides our design and production choices.
In 2010, we installed a photovoltaic system on the company roof, which today covers about 30% of our energy needs.
The system is currently being expanded, in line with an important company growth project that includes the extension of our facilities and a deep reorganization of production processes, internal operations, and overall workflow optimization.
We manage resources and waste responsibly:
- we recover and reuse compressor condensate in production processes
- we use technical emulsions that improve processing and protect machinery
- we dispose of hazardous waste properly
- we have set up dedicated, safe storage areas for used oils
Sustainable design
I nostri prodotti sono progettati per durare nel tempo, riducendo la necessità di sostituzione e manutenzione.
La loro struttura consente un facile disassemblaggio e il recupero dei materiali, permettendo di reintrodurre la maggior parte delle componenti nei cicli produttivi come materie prime seconde.
Progettiamo componenti che durano più a lungo perché il primo gesto sostenibile è non dover sostituire.
Parallelamente, conduciamo analisi sul ciclo di vita dei prodotti per individuare eventuali criticità e migliorare continuamente le prestazioni ambientali, dalla progettazione alla commercializzazione.
People
Sustainability starts with relationships
The safety and well-being of our employees are at the heart of our daily commitment.
We promote continuous training through:
- refresher courses
- programs dedicated to new technologies
- training focused on prevention and awareness
In recent years, we have invested in advanced technologies and machinery, helping create a modern, safe, and efficient working environment.
The accident rate is extremely low, with an average of about one incident every five years.
Quality of the workplace
We have carried out targeted improvements to enhance comfort and safety:
- air conditioning systems
- low-energy LED lighting
- ventilation systems to improve air quality
- insulation of work areas
We have also introduced automation and robotics solutions to reduce repetitive tasks and improve ergonomics.
Value of people
The continuity of our team is one of our distinctive strengths: many employees have been with us for over 30 or 40 years.
A company is sustainable only if its relationships are sustainable too.
Culture, territory and relationships
Social responsibility does not stop at the company walls.
We support:
- sports activities
- local and international associations
- social projects linked to the local area
In 2020, GuidiLAB was created: an open workshop dedicated to technical communication, product development, and materials research: a place where expertise, experience, and innovation meet.
We collaborate with universities, trade associations, and business consortia to promote development and sustainability.
Collaboration and sustainable development
We believe in the value of collaboration between companies.
Through our involvement in industry associations, we support:
- training
- the creation of consortia
- access to national and European funding
We promote dialogue with institutions and stakeholders to encourage:
- supply chain certification
- the adoption of sustainable practices and materials
- technology transfer
- training on environmental issues
- access to European funds and grant programs
An overall view
This is our action plan for people, the planet, and prosperity.
It is a concrete path, constantly evolving, which we describe in detail through our initiatives.
We are a small to medium-sized enterprise, and we know that addressing these commitments without the structure of a large company is not easy. That is why we focus on what we can truly do: fewer words, more concrete actions. In our own small way, we contribute with tangible results.
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The company headquarters, as it currently stands during the expansion work and the reorganization of production areas.