Cookie Policy

A cookie is a file containing an identifier (a string of letters and numbers) that is sent by a web server to a web browser and is stored by the browser. The identifier is then sent back to the server each time the browser requests a page from the server.

Cookies may be either ‘persistent’ cookies or ‘session’ cookies. A persistent cookie is stored by a web browser and will remain valid until its set expiry date unless deleted by the user before the expiry date. A session cookie expires at the end of the user session when the web browser is closed.

Cookies do not typically contain any information that personally identifies a user, but personal information that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies.

Cookies can be used by web servers to identify and track users as they navigate different pages on a website and identify users returning to a website.

Cookies and our website

The pages on this website (the “Website”) are published by Investis Limited (“Investis”) on behalf of Spectris plc (“Spectris”, “us” or “we”). Spectris will not collect any information about individuals, except where it is specifically and knowingly provided by them. You can refuse the use of cookies by following the link at the bottom of the page.

The names and types of the cookies we use are:

  • hblid A visitor identifier Cookie set by Olark Live Chat software. Identifies a unique visitor between visits. Expiry: 1 year 1 month, Category: Strictly Necessary
  • wcsid A session identifier Cookie set by Olark Live Chat software. A session identifier used to keep track of a single chat session. Expiry: Session, Category: Strictly Necessary
  • olfsk Storage identifier Cookie set by Olark Live Chat software. Maintains message history across pages. Expiry: 1 year 1 month, Category: Strictly Necessary
  • _okdetect Cookie set by Olark Live Chat used for detecting when storage contexts have changed due to things like ssl or host transitions (helps maintain your chat across pages). Expiry: Session, Category: Strictly Necessary
  • _okbk Cookie set by Olark Live Chat software, which provides functionality for websites to engage in instant messaging communication with visitors. Contains software state information. Expiry: Session, Category: Functional Cookies
  • _ok Cookie set by Olark Live Chat software, which provides functionality for websites to engage in instant messaging communication with visitors. Contains a site identifier, used for security purposes. Expiry: Session, Category: Strictly Necessary
  • _oklv  Cookie set by Olark Live Chat software, which provides functionality for websites to engage in instant messaging communication with visitors. Used to improve caching of software. Expiry: Session, Category: Strictly Necessary
  • cwv_fv HTTP Cookie. Expiry: 1 year 1 month, Category: Unclassified Cookies

When you visit the Website, Investis’ web server collects some basic information such as your internet service provider’s domain name, which pages you accessed on the site, and when. We and Investis use this information only to analyze the use of our Website to help guide improvements. We do not collect any personally identifiable information. Investis uses cookies to detect what kind of device you have to present content in the best way, for a language switch and/or for other purposes.

If you register for the alert service, you will need to provide your name and email address. This information will be held by Investis and may be accessed by Investis Corporate Communications PVT. Ltd (a subsidiary of Investis) from its premises in India for administration of the alert service. The information will not be used for any other purpose; it will be stored securely and will not be shared with third parties. By registering for the alerts, you consent to the use of your name and email address.

How to refuse the use of cookies

You may refuse the use of cookies by selecting the appropriate settings in your browser. However, if you do this you may lose some useful functionality such as personalization and ‘keep me signed in’ and ‘remember me’ features.

How to delete or disable cookies?

You can set your cookie preferences when you first visit this website. You can give permission to store optional cookies on your computer or mobile devices. Essential, necessary, and functional cookies cannot be refused. If you no longer want this website to store optional cookies on your computer, you can change your cookie preferences here

You can set your cookie preferences when you first visit this website. You can give permission to store optional cookies on your computer or mobile devices. Essential, necessary, and functional cookies cannot be refused. If you no longer want this website to store optional cookies on your computer, you can change your cookie preferences here

You can also change your browser settings on your computer to delete existing cookies and disable the storage of new cookies. The procedure is different for each browser. Consult the help function of your browser if necessary.

Most cookies are only retained for the duration of your visit to the website. Some cookies are stored for longer, but always for a limited period. This means that they automatically expire after a certain length of time and cease to store details of your website visit.

How to disable cookies in your browser
Here’s how to prevent new cookies from being installed and how to delete existing cookies. The exact procedure depends on which browser you are using.

Internet Explorer

To prevent new cookies from being installed and delete existing cookies:

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-GB/internet-explorer/delete-manage-cookies

Firefox

To prevent new cookies from being installed:

https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences

To delete existing cookies:

https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/delete-cookies-remove-info-websites-stored

Google Chrome

To prevent new cookies from being installed and delete existing cookies:

https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647?hl=en

Safari

To prevent new cookies from being installed and delete existing cookies:

http://help.apple.com/safari/mac/8.0/#/sfri11471