Flamro has been developing and producing high-quality products and systems for preventive fire protection in construction for over 40 years now. Our solutions protect lives and property while also satisfying increasingly stringent requirements in relation to sustainability, environmental responsibility and energy-efficient construction.
Sustainable fire protection products – for our environment, health and future
Sustainable fire protection products play a crucial role in environmentally friendly and healthy construction. Sustainability means thinking about tomorrow today – and handling our resources responsibly. In construction especially, that goes beyond simply using environmentally friendly materials. It is about the life cycle assessment of construction products, along with emissions and health ratings. Sustainable fire protection products impress thanks to energy-efficient processes – from production to disposal – as well as reduced CO₂ emissions and the sparing use of natural resources.
Indoor air quality is another key factor, as materials installed indoors have a direct effect on people’s health. We therefore aim to holistically combine ecology, economic efficiency and environmental responsibility – for a healthy, liveable and sustainable future.
Our sustainable fire protection products have emission-free, VOC-free or low-VOC formulations, thus actively contributing to healthy indoor environments. Depending on the field of application, they meet the requirements for emission class A+ or comply with the AgBB evaluation scheme.
Major benefits of sustainable fire protection products
Low-emission, VOC-free and environmentally-friendly fire protection products ensure healthy work and living spaces
Environmental protection through reduced CO₂ emissions and the minimized release of harmful substances in the event of fire
Reusable, resource-saving fire protection solutions support the responsible use of raw materials over the entire product life cycle
Compliance with current environmental and health standards as well as assistance with green building certification
What is the significance of green building certification systems?
Green building certification systems evaluate the sustainability and environmental performance of buildings throughout their life cycle. They consider criteria such as energy efficiency, resource conservation, the use of environmentally friendly materials, and even the wellbeing of building users. Recognised certification systems such as DGNB, LEED, and BREEAM have become established benchmarks of sustainable construction, providing objective evaluations and ensuring the comparability of buildings.
Sustainability in construction – added value for planning and certification
Thanks to their certified environmental compatibility, our products help architects and planners attain valuable credit points for sustainable building certification, such as within the framework of the Minergie-ECO standard or the DGNB system. At the same time, the DGNB system offers increased planning efficiency and reduces the effort required, as the systematic definition of sustainability targets based on DGNB criteria raises all stakeholders’ awareness at an early stage and serves as a central instrument for quality assurance during the construction phase.
Sustainability rating and certification systems at a glance
DGNB – Deutsche Gesellschaft für Nachhaltiges Bauen (German Sustainable Building Council)
The DGNB aims to make sustainability and climate action the new normal in the construction and real estate industry. The DGNB Certification System serves as a holistic assessment tool that takes into account the planning, construction and operation of buildings. Assessment revolves not only around ecological aspects but also includes a holistic examination of the entire life cycle of a building or district.
French VOC label – low-emission indoor environments
The French VOC label is mandatory in France and evaluates the degree to which indoor air quality is affected by emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from construction and decorative products. These are often more highly concentrated in indoor environments than outdoors. VOCs can be harmful to health and are associated with symptoms such as eye irritation or headaches as well as possible long-term effects on the respiratory and nervous systems. Sustainable VOC-free or low-VOC fire protection products contribute greatly to improved indoor air quality.
Ecobau – sustainability assessment in Switzerland
Ecobau evaluates the ecological and health quality of construction products and methods in Switzerland. In the process, it analyses energy expenditure and environmental impacts during production and disposal and measures the effect of pollutants and emissions on indoor air quality.In addition, Ecobau assesses the circularity of building materials (reuse, recycling, thermal recovery) and gives consideration to the sparing use of natural resources. The aim is to promote eco-friendly, healthy, and sustainable construction.
Sustainable energy – self-generated solar power for our EPDs
The solar power generated using a cutting-edge photovoltaic system at our Leiningen site is also incorporated directly into our EPDs (Environmental Product Declarations), thus improving our environmental footprint. At the same time, we are continuously testing other ways to utilise renewable energy as well as green electricity and natural gas.
Sustainability works best as a collective concept. With that in mind, we encourage conscious action at all our locations, support local energy and environmental initiatives, and promote the sparing use of resources in office and commercial spaces. In addition, we advance ideas for fuel-efficient mobility and carpooling. Furthermore, technical measures such as the use of timers and LED lighting play a valuable role in helping us further reduce our energy consumption.
What is contained in an EPD?
An EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) is a document that presents a product’s environmental properties in the form of neutral and objective data. EPDs are created in accordance with the ISO 14025 standard and EN 15804 +A2, taking into account the relevant product life cycle and significant environmental impacts.
In construction, EPDs provide architects, planners, and other experts with an important basis for the holistic planning and evaluation of buildings. A direct comparison of individual products in terms of their overall environmental impact in the building is only possible to a limited extent, as this is highly dependent on the context of use. However, EPDs provide standardised, life cycle assessment-based data for the product itself, which can be compared using consistent functional units and assumptions.
