Fair Trade
Our Fair Trade Policy
At Coda Industries we don't treat being "Fair Trade" as simply being some sort of badge we can display as a marketing ploy. Instead, it's the way we aim to be in every aspect of our business dealings. We always aim to treat our workers, customers, and suppliers in the same way we would like to be treated. That's why our relations with suppliers are based on transparency, honesty, and mutual respect.
We aim to ensure that every product we supply is produced in accordance with the following WFTO principles:
- We aim to creating opportunities for economically disadvantaged producers. We do this by bringing you top quality products from producers who would not normally be able to access markets in economically developed countries. We also work with our producers to develop and improve their products to make them more suitable for these markets.
- We aim to act with transparency and accountability in all our dealings (whilst respecting commercial confidentially where appropriate).
- We follow fair trade practices in our dealings. For example, we help our suppliers to purchase raw materials and make payments to our suppliers in full as soon as the work is complete (if not before). We build long term relations with suppliers, ensuring they have a dependable source of income.
- We pay a fair price that has been agreed with our producers ensuring that they are adequately compensated for their work and skill.
- We do not tolerate child labor or forced labor in any way.
- We do not tolerate discrimination of any type and promote gender equality.
- We ensure good working conditions. This includes Health and Safety issues, working hours, and general working conditions.
- We help our producers to build capacity. This means we work with producers to develop management skills, production capabilities, and access to other markets.
- We promote fair trade generally. By playing an active part in BAFTS and supporting local Fair Trade events.
- We also respect the environment. Many of our products use recycled materials (such as our recycled metal products and glassware) and try to reuse packing materials wherever possible.
LOS ANGELES / BALI
Comprised of two factories and a skilled and knowledgeable team of craftsmen and designers, CODA Industries has become a one-stop shop for custom made upholstered furniture and case goods crafted for the hospitality, commercial and residential design communities.
OUR HISTORY
Founded in 2004 by Braden and Victoria Richter, CODA Industries’ roots go back 130 years. The original Richter Furniture was formed in Brooklyn in the late 1890s by Braden’s great, great, great grandfather, Samuel Richter. That company furnished the original Waldorf Astoria in New York City and the company’s storied history has been well documented.
Braden’s grandfather moved the company West in the 1950s. Eventually, his father took over and enjoyed many years as the preeminent factory for the design and hospitality industries.
Braden branched off on his own opening his first factory at age 23. He pioneered the lifestyle store concept, designing and manufacturing products for many of the country’s top home furnishings brands.
He sold several of his large production facilities in the mid-2000s and created CODA Industries with his top craftsmen and artisans focusing on American-made quality.
As the company grew, the Richters discovered a factory in Bali, Indonesia with a similar ethos, quest for perfection, and commitment to quality. With this partnership, CODA Industries now operates two completely vertical facilities with unparalleled production capabilities allowing for global coverage of the design and hospitality communities’ needs.
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