Terms and Conditions of Sale

THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE (“Agreement”) apply to all purchase orders (“Orders”) for Goods placed by buyer (“Buyer”) with any division, subsidiary, or affiliate within the FISHER-BARTON family of companies, including  Fisher-Barton Inc.; Ƶ Blades, Inc.; Ƶ Technology Center, Inc.; Thermal Spray Technologies, Inc.;  Zenith Cutter, Inc.; Accurate Specialties Inc.; and Fisher-Barton Specialty Products, Inc. (the applicable division, subsidiary or affiliate shall be referred to hereinafter as the “Seller”). ’s agreement to sell Goods is conditioned on Buyer’s unqualified acceptance of this Agreement. Unless otherwise agreed to in a written document executed by an authorized representative of Seller, any term or condition contained in any Order or other communication or document of  Buyer that adds to or is inconsistent with this Agreement is expressly rejected. If for any reason this Agreement or any quotation or Order acknowledgment issued by Seller is deemed to be an acceptance of a prior offer made by Buyer,  such acceptance is expressly conditioned on Buyer’s assent to only the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement. Read More

Terms and Conditions of Purchase

THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PURCHASE (“Agreement”) apply to all purchase orders (“Orders”) for Goods placed by any division, subsidiary, or affiliate within the FISHER BARTON family of companies, including Fisher-Barton Inc.; Ƶ Blades, Inc.; Ƶ Technology Center, Inc.; Thermal Spray Technologies, Inc.; Zenith Cutter, Inc.; Accurate Specialties Inc.; and Fisher-Barton Specialty Products, Inc. (the applicable division, subsidiary or affiliate shall be referred to hereinafter as the “Buyer”). Read More

Ƶ Code of Conduct

At Ƶ, we are committed to conducting our business with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all applicable laws. This Code of Conduct outlines the principles and expectations for all employees, suppliers, and partners.

Scope

This Code applies to all employees, directors, officers, suppliers, and any third parties acting on behalf of Ƶ.

Business Integrity

  • Compliance with Laws: Adhere to all applicable laws and regulations in every jurisdiction where we operate.
  • Anti-Corruption and Bribery: Maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of corruption or bribery. Gifts and hospitality must be appropriate and not influence business decisions.
  • Fair Competition: Engage in fair competition and avoid anti-competitive practices such as price fixing or market allocation.
  • Conflict of Interest: Avoid conflicts of interest and disclose any potential conflicts to management.

Labor and Human Rights

  • Respect and Dignity: Treat all individuals with respect and dignity, prohibiting discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
  • Fair Compensation: Ensure fair wages and benefits in compliance with local laws.
  • Child and Forced Labor: Prohibit the use of child labor and any form of forced labor.

Health and Safety

  • Safe Workplace: Provide a safe and healthy working environment for all employees and contractors.
  • Emergency Preparedness: Implement and maintain emergency preparedness plans and procedures.

Environmental Responsibility

  • Sustainable Practices: Commit to sustainable business practices and minimize environmental impact.
  • Compliance: Adhere to all environmental laws and regulations.
  • Responsible Sourcing of Minerals: Suppliers must commit to sourcing minerals in an ethical and sustainable manner. Suppliers are especially prohibited from purchasing “conflict minerals” from sources where Suppliers know or should have known that proceeds of sale may be used, directly or indirectly, to finance armed militias or contribute to human rights abuse.

Confidentiality and Information Security

  • Confidential Information: Protect confidential information and use it only for its intended purpose.
  • Data Privacy: Safeguard personal data and comply with data protection laws.

Core Values: The 3C’s

  • Customer Excellence: Measure our performance through our customers’ eyes to align our actions with their business needs.
  • Culture of Fairness: As ONE Ƶ, we share ideas, knowledge, resources, capabilities, and opportunities. We celebrate successes and navigate challenges together, regardless of position.
  • Community Involvement: We believe in the strength and power of community. Our team members are committed to supporting and giving back to the local communities Ƶ calls home.

Reporting and Accountability

  • Reporting Violations: Encourage reporting of any violations of this Code without fear of retaliation.
  • Accountability: Hold all employees and partners accountable for adhering to this Code.

Conclusion
By following this Code of Conduct, we uphold our commitment to ethical business practices and legal compliance. Let’s work together to maintain our reputation for integrity and excellence.

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Website Terms of Use

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