Sustainability and CSR
Betech is a trading and manufacturing company with many partners both locally and internationally. Therefore, we are committed to initiatives that contribute to sustainable production and responsible business behavior, both within our own company and in our network of partners.
In our own production and in trade with subcontractors, we comply with REACH, RoHS, and WEEE-directives in an effort to protect both the environment and people from harmful chemicals and materials.
With our Code of Conduct. Code of Conduct - we commit ourselves and our suppliers to comply with the ten principles of UN Global Compact human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption.
At Betech, with our 3-legged approach to green and sustainable development, you get several reassuring benefits:
- A partner and supplier that works with development in the entire supply chain
- A partner and supplier that works with improvements in areas that are widely accepted as Relevant and essential to the industry
- A partner and supplier with support and guidance for the green transition from an international group of owners
Focus areas for sustainable development
Betech supports the Addtech Group's integrated sustainability-model and focuses on development in three overarching, universally recognized areas:
- Sustainable business - We must maximize the share of sales and services that contribute to a sustainable transition and development.
- Sustainable organization - We must reduce the carbon intensity of our own business operations through efficient transportation of goods, less use of traditional business travel and minimized energy consumption.
- Sustainable supply chain - We must continuously evaluate suppliers' commitment to sustainable development and ensure their ratification and compliance with our Code of Conduct.
Current SDG initiatives
In all three focus areas, our goal is to achieve and secure business decisions, conditions and processes that support the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Below are the initiatives that we have currently found relevant, essential and realistic.
Sustainable supply chain
Evaluating suppliers and their csr commitment
Betech works with a diverse, global network of suppliers to provide commodities and raw materials for the production of products for our customers.
We take responsibility for sustainable trade based on sound business practices. Therefore, suppliers must agree to and live up to our Code of Conduct for Suppliers.
The is based on the UN Global Compact, ILO conventions on child and forced labor, the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises and Competition and Anti-Corruption.
To ensure committee and compliance with Code of Conductsuppliers must be evaluated. The goal is to have at least 80 percent of our purchasing volume represented in the survey over time.
Decency, accountability and fairness - The initiative contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals 8 (decent work and economic growth), 12 (responsible consumption and production) and 16 (peace, justice and strong organizations).
Sustainable business
Recycling and upcycling
No matter how efficiently we try to utilize materials, we will inevitably have leftovers from the manufacturing of gaskets and seals.
For certain materials, we can return leftovers to the manufacturer for recycling.
Copper, aluminum, iron and stainless steel are sorted and sold for recycling, which has several benefits for the environment and climate: Recycling 1 ton of iron, for example, saves over 1 ton of CO2 emissions. Recycling aluminum is excellent as it is energy-intensive to produce: 95% of energy is saved compared to producing aluminum from new ore.
In collaboration with THE UPCYCL - a Danish initiative for sustainable recycling - we seek to circulate residual materials from our production to players in other markets. The life cycle of materials is extended in new supply chains for the benefit of the environment. Waste becomes a resource and reduces the need for new, virgin materials.
Better use of resources - The initiatives contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goal 12 on consumption and production by recycling value-added resources instead of incinerating or landfilling waste.
Sustainable business
Local compound and regional production
It is common for molded rubber parts to be manufactured in Asia. For Betech, this is mainly done at our own sister company in Qingdao. To minimize the transportation of raw materials and semi-finished products, the rubber compound is manufactured according to Betech's recipes at local mixing plants.
For companies in Europe, we also offer European production of their rubber parts: a more sustainable alternative where the total transportation distance is reduced, energy consumption is reduced and delivery times can often be shorter.
Reduced carbon footprint - The initiative contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goal 13 by reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation of raw materials and semi-finished products.
Sustainable business
Shipping by rail instead of air
Over the years leading up to January 2022, more and more finished goods were transported to Europe by air freight. Since January 2022, the preferred mode of transportation for series production and other large consignments from China has changed from air and sea transport to rail transport.
The change in transportation mode reduces the transport-related carbon footprint from up to 704 to just 32.7 grams per ton∙km, which is a potential reduction of 95 percent.
Rail also offers shorter transit times and better security of supply than the immediate alternative, transportation by freighter.
Air freight is only used as a transportation option in exceptional cases and at the customer's request.
Reduced carbon footprint - The initiative contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goal 13 by reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the distribution of goods.
Sustainable business
Shipping on fixed days of the week
To reduce transportation intensity from Betech to the customer, we have introduced fixed shipping days.
This means that frequent customers who order goods from Betech several times a week or even every day will receive deliveries from us once a week. (Possibly twice a week if very high volumes or other special circumstances speak for it).
Reduced carbon footprint - With fixed shipping days, the amount of goods delivered per transportation increases and the carbon intensity of our domestic delivery service is reduced. The initiative contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goal 13.
Sustainable organization
Virtual meetings and digitized office
Meeting in person can be very useful, but to a large extent, meetings - both internal and external - are conducted on online platforms. Travel-related energy consumption and emissions from transportation, hotel stays and physical meeting facilities are reduced.
Since 2021, Betech has been processing invoices from creditors digitally. Most invoices are received digitally and paper documents are scanned so that all invoices can be prepared for approval, posting and payment in an automated workflow. Digitization has streamlined the workflow and reduced consumption of copy paper, printer toner and electricity.
Less resource consumption and reduced carbon footprint - The initiatives contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals 12 and 13 by reducing the consumption/utilization of natural resources and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Sustainable organization
Green power and minimal electricity consumption for lighting
From New Year 2024, the production facilities and offices in Bramming have switched to 100% green power. The annual electricity consumption is covered by CO2-neutral, renewable energy from Nordic hydropower plants by purchasing a climate certificate from our utility company.
By 2023, the fluorescent office lighting will have been replaced with LED light sources. In addition to much lower power consumption, a significant improvement in the working environment has been achieved. The replacement of light sources in production and service rooms will continue section by section until all room lighting is LED technology.
Reduced carbon footprint - The initiative contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals 7 (sustainable energy) and 13 (climate action) by reducing energy consumption for lighting in office and production spaces and prioritizing carbon-neutral energy supply.
Sustainable organization
Reduced heat consumption and an energy-efficient office
At the Bramming location, the consumption of gas for space heating has been reduced by installing heat pumps in the canteen area (2019) and in the offices (2023). During the winter period, the rtemperature in the production buildings, and new control automation enables further reduction of gas consumption for water and space heating.
From New Year 2024, the annual gas consumption will be covered by CO2-neutral bio natural gas by purchasing a climate certificate from our utility company.
The administration and sales department in Herlev has moved to a modern, energy-efficient office space with a better workplace layout in 20% less space (2025).
Reduced carbon footprint - The initiative contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals 7 (sustainable energy) and 13 (climate action) by reducing energy consumption for heating office and production spaces and prioritizing carbon-neutral energy supply.
Code of conduct
As part of the Group's CSR policy, Betech's suppliers are bound by the Addtech Group's Supplier Code of Conduct.
As part of the Group's CSR policy, Betech's employees are bound by the Addtech Group's Code of Conduct.
CSR policy and reporting
Betech is committed to the Addtech Group's policy for Corporate Social Responsibility and contribute to joint reporting and sustainability efforts.
Charity
Betech supports Knæk Cancer 2025 with a corporate donation.
Most of us experience cancer close to our lives - either in ourselves, our loved ones, close friends or good colleagues.
With our donation, we want to contribute to research, prevention and patient support. The ‘Knæk Cancer’ initiative makes a difference, and with the recurring activities we come together for a good cause for everyone.
BU&S pedals for a good cause!
The organization "Team Børn, Unge & Sorg" is part of the National Grief Center, which offers free counseling and specialized psychological help to children and young people under the age of 28 who experience serious illness or death in their immediate family.
Grief therapy is based on research and many years of practical experience. In addition to treatment, the National Grief Center works with competence development of professionals and the collection of knowledge and research in the field of grief.
The work contributes to strengthening the mental health and well-being of children and young people and promoting the desire to exercise and live a healthy lifestyle - and the activities support UN Sustainable Development Goals 3 (Health and Well-being), 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and 17 (Partnerships for Action).
Betech is a proud sponsor of the organization "Team Børn, Unge & Sorg" (BU&S).
Betech supported the European charity cycling team "Team Rynkeby" in 2024. Through various exercise cycling activities, "Team Rynkeby" raises funds for children with critical illnesses. The funds are donated to Danish and international foundations and organizations.
Whistleblower service
The Addtech Group and all subsidiaries strive to maintain high business ethics and transparency in the business climate. We value the safety and respect of everyone affected by our business. Therefore, we offer a whistleblower service that can be used by anyone to report irregularities and indicate matters that go against our values and code of conduct.
To ensure anonymity in the whistleblower function, we use an external partner, Whistle B.
