At GUIDETTI, we are convinced that as a company and manufacturer of outdoor equipment, it is our duty to contribute to a more circular economy and to have strong environmental and societal commitments.
Protecting the planet and the playground of all outdoor enthusiasts is our responsibility.
Eco-responsible design and production
A "zero emission" site
Completely eco-responsible, our new premises (February 2024) allow us to drastically reduce our environmental impact.
Equipped with photovoltaic panels, the 100% green energy building was designed to the latest environmental standards. It produces up to 100 kW of self-consumed electricity.
An industrial reuse site
Faced with the constant evolution of waste and the depletion of raw materials, Guidetti, which has guaranteed the lifetime repairability of its products for over 20 years, continues to think about its production and manufacturing chain.
Thus, our new green "zero emission" industrial site will house the world's first site for the reuse of used pole tubes (operational in 2024).
The direct reuse of the tube, the main component used in the manufacture of ski and walking poles, will drastically reduce the use of carbon and raw aluminum, which saves energy, transport and CO2 emissions.
The site will house machines: sorting, testing, calibration, sanding, painting, decoration, assembly... and will make it possible to create specific products of also respond to product customization in small quantities.
French quality and local suppliers
Convinced before their time of the virtues of local and sustainable manufacturing, now at the heart of our concerns, we took the gamble 30 years ago of producing our walking poles in a French workshop. The entire process is carried out by hand, by companions who have perfectly mastered the know-how of pole design.
We work mainly with suppliers less than 200 km from our workshops in order to limit the carbon footprint of our walking poles.
RECYCLED PLASTIC PARTS
We strive to use recycled plastic as much as possible in the production of our products. Thus, the plastic parts of our sticks (tip, handle, pommel, etc.) contain up to 15% recycled raw material (RPM).
Recyclable packaging
In order to limit non-recyclable packaging, we have replaced almost all of the plastic used to package our poles and their accessories. We now use cardboard and cardboard boxes made in our department as well as linen bags.
Durability and repairability
Our French manufacturing allows us to guarantee lifetime repairability. Spare parts are available for each pole, so for wear parts, there is no need to buy a new pole since you can replace only the worn part.
At Guidetti, we don't throw away, we repair!
We support our customers to help them maintain and repair their poles to extend their lifespan: all spare parts are available online, an ergonomic interface makes it easier to find the right part and video tutorials for repairing your equipment yourself.
Reuse, recovery and recycling
As an outdoor equipment manufacturer, we want to contribute to a more circular economy through the recycling of our products. The ultimate goal is to protect our planet, the environment and the playground of all outdoor enthusiasts.
This is why, from today, we are working closely with specialized sorting centers, sports recycling centers, our partner stores and our partner federations to launch the collection of used walking poles. The objective is to recondition them to put them back on the market or to make the most of the different elements if the pole is at the end of its life (see above).
Furthermore, we are committed to Campsider to give a second life to our outdoor equipment and encourage users to turn to this new mode of consumption.
Our social commitments
Promoting the employment of people with disabilities
Since 2012, we have been working with a sheltered workshop to enable better integration into professional life for people with disabilities. These workers carry out simple assemblies and personalized engravings.
We also directly integrate people with disabilities into our teams.
Promoting the professional integration of young people
We integrate students from the region throughout the year, whether on work-study or internship programs, to help them gain experience and deepen the knowledge acquired during their studies.
Contribution to associations, patronage
Each year, we provide a helping hand, in the form of material donations, to associations in the organization of specific actions or events (e.g.: Actions against hunger, etc.).