Victaulic Code of Conduct

CONTENTSMessage from John F. Malloy ............................................ 1Guiding Principles ............................................................ 2Do the Right Thing ............................................................ 2About the Code ................................................................. 3Protecting Company Assets ............................................... 5Intellectual Property – Patents, Trademarks,Copyright, Trade Secrets and Confidential Information ....... 6Fair and Open Competition/Antitrust ................................. 7Trade Sanctions and Boycotts ........................................... 8Health Safety and Environmental Protection ...................... 9Fair Employment Practices ............................................. 11Improper Payments ........................................................ 13Use of Agents, Consultants or Other Third Parties ........... 15Accurate Books and Records .......................................... 17Conflict of Interest ........................................................... 18Supplier Relationships .................................................... 20Money Laundering and Prevention .................................. 21Political Activity ............................................................... 22External Communication ................................................. 23