Sustainability in fire protection

Sustainability in fire protection – architect plans sustainable construction projects using models

Sustainable fire protection products – for our environment, health and future

Sustainable fire protection products play a crucial role in environmentally friendly and healthy construction. In construction, sustainability goes beyond simply using environmentally friendly materials and also includes the life cycle assessment of construction products as well as their emissions and health ratings. Energy-efficient processes over the entire life cycle, reduced CO emissions and a sparing use of natural resources are just as crucial as high indoor air quality. Our sustainable fire protection products holistically combine ecology, economic efficiency and environmental responsibility: they have emission-free, VOC-free or low-VOC formulations, actively contribute to healthy indoor environments and – depending on the field of application – meet the requirements for emission class A+ or the AgBB evaluation scheme.

The products presented here are a key component of our sustainability efforts. Visit our Sustainability section to find out how we put this understanding into practice and continue to develop it as a company.

Added value for planning and certification

Thanks to their certified environmental compatibility, our products help architects and planners attain 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 ensures increased planning efficiency through clear sustainability criteria and serves as a central instrument for quality assurance during the construction phase.

Sustainable FLAMRO® fire protection products for future-proof construction

What do sustainability terms such as LEED, DGNB and French VOC mean?

What does the AgBB evaluation scheme stand for and why is it so important for healthy indoor environments?

The AgBB scheme (evaluation scheme for the environmental and health compatibility of construction products, developed by the Committee for Health-related Evaluation of Building Products – AgBB) is used to evaluate the degree to which construction products contribute to indoor air pollution. Specifically, the AgBB scheme primarily assesses the emission of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from construction products.

What is the purpose of the DGNB system and what benefits does it offer for sustainable construction?

The German Sustainable Building Council (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.

What does VOC stand for and what does low-VOC or VOC-free mean?

The French VOC label (officially known as: Émissions dans l’air intérieur – classement sanitaire des produits de construction et de décoration) evaluates the degree to which indoor air quality is affected by emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from construction and decorative products. The label is mandatory in France (since 2013 for all construction products, paints, varnishes, floor coverings, etc.) and is based on test chamber measurements of emissions after 28 days. Sustainable VOC-free or low-VOC fire protection products contribute greatly to improved indoor air quality.

What is LEED certification?

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a globally recognised certification system developed by the U.S. Green Building Council for evaluating the sustainability of buildings. It is designed to be flexible and applicable to different building types and project phases. LEED assesses buildings in categories such as Location, Transportation, Energy, and Materials, as well as Indoor Environmental Quality.

What is the significance of BREEAM certification?

BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) is the oldest certification system for sustainable construction. It was developed in Great Britain and is especially applied across Europe. BREEAM provides a holistic assessment of buildings in ecological, social, and economic categories, such as Energy, Health & Wellbeing, Materials, and Ecology.

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