Focus on people

Since 1990, our mission has been to protect people by creating safe working environments in production and warehousing. Safety, service, and smart solutions are at the heart of our business. With global reach and legal compliance, we lead by example, ensuring our own facilities reflect our values while protecting those who work with us.

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We have collected all you want to know about how Axelent work and progress towards a more sustainable future, for the environment aswell as for people and work environments.

We strive to increase the occupational health

Our work environment

At Axelent, we are committed to creating the safest workplaces by focusing on systematic work environment management. We promote good health and safety at all levels, aiming for zero accidents. In 2023, we improved incident reporting and follow-up processes, encouraging proactive measures to prevent accidents and ensure a secure work environment for all employees.

Client's working environment

We believe a safe working environment is a human right and see occupational safety as a win-win for both employees and company sustainability. By offering products that enhance safety, we help businesses improve their standards. We also share our expertise through webinars and resources on our website, simplifying complex safety standards for our customers.

More information on page 30-31 in the Sustainability report

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We nurture talent for long-term company growth

Equal opportunities

We are a global company that values diversity, seeing it as a strength and competitive advantage. We promote mutual respect and equal opportunities in all employment decisions, ensuring compliance with labor laws. Our inclusive culture supports employees from all backgrounds. Notably, women represent 50% of our board members and managers at headquarters, reflecting our commitment to gender equality.

Learn more about Axent's commitment to its Employees.

Development opportunities

At Axelent, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we prioritize their professional growth. We invest in training, internal career opportunities, and foster a culture of creativity and innovation. By supporting personal development, we help our employees, customers, and suppliers grow, promoting both individual success and long-term company growth.

More information on page 34-35 in our Sustainability report

Our commitment to human rights and ethical practices

Business ethics

We prioritize honesty, respect, fairness, and integrity in all dealings with business partners, ensuring compliance with laws and our Code of Conduct. We reject any form of corruption, making decisions based on the best interests of the Axelent Group, not personal gain. Trust and transparency are core values, and no corruption cases have been observed within our organization.

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Human rights

We are committed to preventing human rights risks by complying with national laws and international agreements. We assess and select suppliers based on their adherence to our Code of Conduct, conducting audits to ensure human rights are respected. While considering cultural differences, we never compromise on safety or human rights, maintaining zero tolerance for corruption.

More information on page 35 in our Sustainability report

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Axelent - a sustainable workplace

At Axelent, we prioritize the well-being of our employees by ensuring a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace. We have zero tolerance for harassment, bullying, or child labor. We value personal privacy, fair remuneration, and promote good health for all our team members, showing our commitment to being a responsible and caring employer.

Harassment and bullying

All employees should treat each other with courtesy, dignity and respect. Axelent managers and supervisors at all levels must be alert to any form of harassment in the workplace and take whatever measures are necessary to prevent such behavior.
Child labour

Axelent will neither tolerate child labour in its operations nor accept products from suppliers who use child labour directly or indirectly through partnerships with subcontractors or other business associates in connection with the manufacture of their products.
Personal privacy

Here at Axelent, we care about our customers and our employees, which means that we always make sure we take a responsible approach to personal privacy when we collect personal information and do so in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Remuneration

Axelent has a duty to pay wages that are at least equivalent to the levels required by law or collective agreements and that cover employees’ basic needs. Temping agencies and apprenticeship schemes must not be used to circumvent the Group’s obligations to its staff under applicable laws, regulations and statutes regarding social security.
Health

Axelent cares about the health of its staff and is constantly working to reduce short-term absences. We work constantly on ensuring our employees can enjoy a good and safe working environment. We use preventive measures to reduce sick leave. All staff are offered an annual wellness allowance and access to our own sports hall, Axelent Arena, and our own Padel court, which Axelent has built adjacent to the company’s premises in Hillerstorp.

Our commitment: brave, inclusive, and responsible work environments

Our products are designed to create safe and sustainable working environments for employees in production and warehouses. We practice what we preach by ensuring our own facility meets high safety standards. Our safety culture emphasizes knowledge sharing, educating colleagues and customers, and working together to prevent accidents, prioritizing both sustainability and employee well-being.

We are inclusive

We are brave and passionate

We take responsibility

Health for our employers is of our highest priority