Welsh Equality Pledge
Astral Automation Solutions Ltd is proud to be a signatory of the Business Wales Equality Pledge, demonstrating our commitment to creating an inclusive, fair, and diverse workplace.
About the Equality Pledge
The Equality Pledge helps Welsh businesses take pro-active steps towards creating an inclusive, fair and diverse workplace, demonstrating their commitment to their employees and the wider community, while offering accessible products and services to all.
By signing this pledge, we commit to taking positive action to ensure our business operates in a fair, inclusive, and equal way.
Our Commitments
Deliver an Accessible Service
Our business has considered physical and social barriers to customers and has considered how to overcome them.
Our Actions:
- Developing accessible digital interfaces for our lab automation systems
- Ensuring our website meets WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards
- Offering flexible communication channels for customer inquiries
- Providing documentation in multiple formats
Promote Commitment to Inclusive Service
Our business actively communicates its commitment to providing an inclusive service.
Our Actions:
- Publishing our Equal Opportunities Policy
- Displaying the Business Wales Equality Pledge badge on our website and marketing materials
- Creating an Accessibility Guide for customers
- Training our team on inclusive service delivery
Our Equality Activities
For Our Team
- Implementing a comprehensive staff handbook
- Regular performance management and appraisals
- Advertising vacancies widely to diverse audiences
- Offering flexible working arrangements
For Our Customers
- Ensuring our lab automation systems are user-friendly for all abilities
- Creating accessible digital documentation
- Respecting bilingual needs (Welsh and English)
- Providing multiple communication channels
Welsh Language Commitment
As a Welsh business based in Cardiff, we respect the bilingual nature of Welsh communities and recognize and promote the use of the Welsh language where possible.
We are committed to developing bilingual materials and signage, and ensuring that Welsh speakers can access our services in their preferred language.
Our Pledge Registration
Business Name
Astral Automation Solutions Ltd
Company Number
16436877
Business Description
Provision of bespoke lab automation systems
Pledge Date
21st August 2025
Welsh Government's Economic Contract
The Welsh Government's Economic Action Plan drives change in policy and delivery to create an economy of inclusive growth that boosts wealth and wellbeing, and narrows inequalities. The Economic Contract frames a new relationship with business based upon the principle of public investment with a social purpose.
Our Equality Pledge demonstrates commitment to key pillars of the Economic Contract, including improving our skills base and ensuring work is fairly rewarded.
Questions About Our Equality Commitment?
We're always happy to discuss our equality initiatives and answer any questions you may have about our commitment to inclusivity.
Contact us:
Email: info@astralautomation.co.uk
Address: 62 New Road, Rumney, Cardiff, Wales, CF3 3AB
Learn more about the Business Wales Equality Pledge at: businesswales.gov.wales/equality-pledge