Overview
Argus takes the protection of your personal information very seriously and pledges to keep all personal information confidential. Suitable precautions are taken by all employees to ensure that confidential information is stored in a secure manner and that only authorized personnel have access. We invite you to consult our Privacy Policy for details on the steps Argus takes to keep your information private. If you require more detailed information or have questions regarding your personal information, please direct your inquiry to our Data Protection Officer at the following address:
Attn: Data Protection Officer
Controlled Environments Limited
590 Berry St.
Winnipeg, MB, Canada
R3H 0R9
privacy@conviron.com
Code of Conduct
At Argus, we place great value in conducting ourselves with honesty and integrity. Our Code of Conduct applies equally to all employees and management as well as to our subsidiaries around the world. Furthermore, it sets out the expectation that our vendors, suppliers, distributors and independent contractors conduct themselves in a similar manner. As a supplier striving to deliver world-class products and services, we have the same high expectations of those businesses delivering products and services to Argus.
Download a copy of the Argus Code of Conduct here.
Privacy Policy
Visiting the Argus website may result in the storage of information about which pages were accessed, when, for how long as well as other usage data. This data is used for the compilation of website usage statistics only. This does not represent collection of personal data such as name, address, telephone, organizational affiliation, e-mail address, etc.
Some web pages ask that users submit personal information such as name, organizational affiliation, email address, etc. for information exchanges, technical questions, newsletters, quotation or other purposes. Such information is voluntarily provided by users and may be used by Argus for sales, marketing and technical support functions only. Argus respects your privacy. If Argus processes or stores your personal data or communicates with you, your granted consent can be revoked by contacting us.
Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel who are responsible for the technical, commercial or other support and is stored on specially protected Argus servers. When a transfer of data to third parties take place, Argus requires partners to have a confidentiality and data safeguard policy in place. While Argus does not comprehensively monitor compliance and does not accept liability for third parties, only reputable partners are used and all must commit themselves in writing to high standards of confidentiality and data protection.
Privacy Notice
The personal data Argus collects will be for the following purposes:
Responding to your requests for product information, sales quotes, service questions or related technical inquiries
Determining your geographical location so that Argus can route your inquiry to the nearest representative that can provide you with assistance
Determining if you want to keep in touch with Argus in the future. Should you consent, you will enable Argus to keep in touch with you on products and technology as it relates to your questions and browsing activity (e.g. downloaded brochures) on our website. If you do not consent, your preference for not keeping in touch is also important as it enables Argus to keep a record of your preference for opting out of receiving certain communications
Our legal basis for processing the personal data:
Consent based opt-in: Should you consent, Argus will stay in touch with you on products and technology updates. Should you not consent, your preference for not wanting to keep in touch is important as it enables Argus to keep a record of your preference for opting out of receiving certain communications. You can change your preference at any time by advising Argus. Simply visit our Contact Us
section of the website under Application and select "Other". Complete all of the required fields including the email address that you no longer consent to receive electronic messages to, advise us that you rescind consent, leave the consent box unchecked, and submit using the "send" button. Your preference for opting out will automatically be reflected in Argus' records.
Consent based privacy: By consenting to this privacy policy you are giving Argus permission to process your personal data specifically for the purposes identified. You may withdraw consent at any time by visiting Argus’s website and advising our data protection officer at privacy@conviron.com
Disclosure
Argus uses third parties software to process your data. For lead capture forms and managing opt-in/opt-out records, Argus utilizes the third party service provider Salesforce (Pardot). Argus also utilizes ResponseIQ for internet based telephone inquiries. ResponseIQ inquiries are recorded for quality and training purposes as well as to improve response times.
Organization | Safeguards in Place to Protect your Personal Data |
Salesforce.com, Inc. | Commitment to privacy |
ResponseIQ | Commitment to General Data Protection Regulation EU 2016/679 |
Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies
Cookies are tiny files downloaded to your computer which help improve your user experience. The following text provides information on how and why we use cookies, as well as how you can prevent cookies from being stored on your computer.
How Cookies are Used
Argus uses cookies for the functions listed below. While disabling cookies is an option for browsing our website, it may disable features that you wish to use.
Cookies Used on Argus.com
E-news subscribers may be shown notifications different than unsubscribed users. Subscribers are remembered by using cookies.
Third Party Cookies
Argus uses third-party companies to provide analytical information (E.g. Google Analytics). These trusted companies may also use cookies for their data records.
This site uses Google Analytics, one of the most widely used and trusted analysis platforms, to help us understand how users view our website and provide a better user experience. Google Analytics’ cookies provide information to us including the amount of time you spend on our website, pages you visit and your geographic origin. For more information on Google Analytics cookies, see the official Google Analytics page.
Argus uses SaleForce/Pardot to store user contact information. Such information is voluntarily provided by users and may be used by Argus for sales, marketing and technical support. Argus respects your privacy. If Argus processes or stores your personal data or communicates with you, your granted consent can be revoked by contacting us. To revoke consent please see the "Consent based opt-in" section above.
Google AdWords Conversion Tracking
Cookies related to Google’s AdWords service are in use on this website. These are small text files saved on the user's computer. The information generated by the cookie about the website use will be transmitted to and stored on servers by Google. Using cookies, the user behavior on a website can be analyzed and subsequently utilized to provide targeted product recommendations and advertising based on the user's interests. Data stored in these cookies do not contain personally identifiable information.
If you would prefer to not receive any targeted advertising, you can deactivate the use of cookies for these purposes through Google by visiting the website: https://www.google.com/settings/ads/. Alternatively, users can deactivate the use of cookies by third party providers by visiting the Network Advertising Initiative's deactivation website (https://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/).
Please note that Google has its own data protection policy which is independent of our own. We assume no responsibility or liability for their policies and procedures. Please read Google's privacy policy before using this website (https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/).
Google AdWords Remarketing
This website uses Google's remarketing technology. This technology enables users who have already visited our online services and shown interest in our services to see targeted advertising on the websites of the Google partner network. Likewise, users that are similar to the visitors of this website can be included as part of the remarketing audience.
Argus also uses social media links. These media employ cookies for your profile and are set through this website. To learn more about how each social media uses cookies, visit their information pages as follows:
Twitter
LinkedIn
YouTube (part of Google)
Disabling Cookies
Your browser has the opportunity to disable cookies (consult your browser’s help menu for this). You can also disable cookies on first visit to Argus’s site by opting out of cookie usage. If you would like to change your settings now, perform a hard refresh.
Non-personal identification information
We may collect non-personal identification information about users whenever they interact with our site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about user’s means of connection to our site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.
More Information
If you would like additional information on Argus’ cookie policy and usage, please do not hesitate to contact us as follows:
Attn: Data Protection Officer
Controlled Environments Limited
590 Berry St.
Winnipeg, MB, Canada
R3H 0R9
privacy@conviron.com
Terms of Use
PLEASE READ ALL THESE PROVISIONS ("TERMS") CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS SITE. USING THIS WEBSITE INDICATES YOUR AGREEMENT AND ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS. IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THESE TERMS, DO NOT USE THIS WEBSITE OR DOWNLOAD MATERIALS FROM THIS SITE.
The Site and its Use
The Argus website is owned and provided by Argus from the offices of Controlled Environments Limited in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
The site is provided for your personal information. Please feel free to browse the site, however your access to and use of the site is subject to these Terms and Conditions of Use and all applicable laws.
All of the information on this website is presented in good faith and believed to be correct. However, Argus assumes no responsibility regarding the accuracy of the information that is provided, and use of such information is at the recipient's own risk. This site (including all content and functions made available on or access through this site) is provided "as is". To the fullest extent permissible by law, with regard to the content on this site, Argus makes no representations or warranties of any kind whatsoever (1) for the accuracy, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement of any content (including technical specifications) published on or available through the site; (2) that the server that makes this site available is free of viruses or other components that may infect, harm, or cause damage to your computer equipment or any other property when you access, browse, download from, or otherwise use the site.
Further, information Argus publishes on the site may contain references or cross-references to Argus products, programs and services that are not announced or available in your country. Such references do not imply that Argus intends to announce such products, programs or services in your country. Consult your local Argus representative or distributor for information regarding the products, programs and services which may be available to you.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ARGUS' NEGLIGENCE, SHALL ARGUS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, DIRECT, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES RELATED TO (A) THE USE OF; (B) THE INABILITY TO USE; OR (C) ERRORS OR OMISSION IN THE CONTENTS AND FUNCTIONS OF THIS SITE, EVEN IF ARGUS OR AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE THEREOF HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN NO EVENT SHALL ARGUS' TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES, LOSSES, AND CAUSES OF ACTION (WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) EXCEED $100.
Your Right to Use the Site and its Contents
This site is only for your personal use. You may not distribute, exchange, modify, sell, or transmit anything you copy from this site, including but not limited to any text, images, audio, and video, for any business, commercial, or public purpose. As long as you comply with the Terms of these Terms and Conditions of Use, Argus grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, limited right to enter, display and use this site. You agree not to interrupt or attempt to interrupt the operation of this site in any way.
Ownership/Trademarks
All materials on this site, including but not limited to audio, images, software, text and video clips (the "Content"), are protected by copyright laws. You cannot use the Content, except as specified herein. You agree to follow all instructions on this site limiting the way you may use the Content. There are a number of proprietary logos, service marks and trademarks found on this site. By making them available on this site, Argus is not granting you any license to utilize those proprietary logos, service marks, or trademarks. Any unauthorized use of the Content may violate copyright laws, trademark laws, the laws of privacy and publicity, and civil and criminal statutes.
The Conviron Growth House TM and the Conviron Green Leaf AwardTM are trademarks of Controlled Environments Limited. Throughout this site, references may be made to other trademarks. In such cases, those trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners.
Transmitted Material
Internet transmissions are never completely private or secure. You understand that any message or information you send to this site may be read or intercepted by others, unless there is a special notice that a particular message (for example, credit card information) is encrypted (sent in code). Sending a message to Argus does not cause Argus to have any special responsibility to you.
Links
This site may contain links to other Internet sites on the World Wide Web. Argus provides such links for your convenience only, and is not responsible for the content of any site linked to or from this site. Links from this site to any other site do not mean that Argus approves of, endorses, or recommends that site. Argus disclaims all warranties, express or implied, as to the accuracy, legality, reliability, or validity of any content on any other website.
Changes to this privacy policy
Argus has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the updated date at the bottom of this page. We encourage users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.
Your acceptance of these terms
By using this site, you signify your acceptance of this policy and terms of service. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our site. Your continued use of the site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.