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IBU - SUBSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION
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IBU - SUBSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION

Product catalog summary
General Information
The Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for ceramic tiles is issued by the Bundesverband Keramische Fliesen e.V., with the programme holder being the Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V. (IBU). It is valid from 19.05.2016 to 18.05.2021 and adheres to ISO 14025 and EN 15804 standards. The declaration covers tiles produced by 9 companies across 11 plants, representing 70% of domestic production.
Product Description
Ceramic tiles are manufactured using extrusion or dry-pressing, followed by drying and firing. They include wall and floor tiles in various formats, finishes, and colors, categorized into earthenware, stoneware, porcelain, and split tiles, each with specific water absorption and durability characteristics.
Applications
These tiles are used for wall and floor coverings in both interior and exterior settings, including residential, commercial, industrial spaces, public buildings, swimming pools, and facades.
Technical Data
The performance of ceramic tiles is measured according to EN 14411 standards, focusing on water absorption, breaking load, and bending strength.
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
The document provides a comprehensive analysis of the life cycle assessment for ceramic tiles, focusing on environmental impacts, resource use, and waste management. Key scenarios include transportation, installation, use, maintenance, and end-of-life stages.
Specifications and Data
The manufacturing data is averaged over 2014, with no by-products produced. Product waste is recycled internally or externally.
LCA Scenarios and Technical Information
Includes transport to construction site, construction installation process, use and maintenance, and end-of-life scenarios, with a focus on recycling and landfill options.
LCA Results
Environmental impacts are detailed for various life cycle stages, with significant contributions from manufacturing in terms of global warming potential, ozone depletion potential, and acidification potential.
Interpretation
Direct energy consumption in manufacturing plants significantly influences environmental impacts. Transport and packaging have minor impacts, while waste categories are influenced by the energy mix.
Conclusion
The document emphasizes the importance of considering the entire life cycle for accurate environmental impact assessment, with manufacturing and raw material supply being the most impactful stages.
Recycling and Waste Management
The document outlines recycling processes for tile and slab residues, which are collected separately and recycled. Packaging materials are also recycled or returned to manufacturers.
Usage and Environmental Impact
Ceramic tiles are non-toxic, do not emit harmful substances, and have a lifespan exceeding fifty years. They are non-flammable and suitable for potable water reservoirs.
End-of-Life and Disposal
Tiles can be reused or recycled as additives in construction. If recycling is not feasible, they can be disposed of without environmental impact due to their inert nature.
Overall Life Cycle Considerations
The entire life cycle of ceramic tiles is considered, with raw material provision and manufacturing being the most dominant phases. Transport, cleaning during use, and disposal have a minor role.
Standards and References
The document references several standards and guidelines, including ISO 14025, EN 15804, and DIN EN ISO 50001, among others.
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Owner of the Declaration Bundesverband Keramische Fliesen e. V. Publisher Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V. (IBU) Programme holder Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V. (IBU) Ceramic tiles

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Allgemeine Angaben 1. Allgemeine Angaben 1. 1.Allgemeine Angaben 1. General information Bundesverband Keramische Fliesen Bundesverband Keramische Fliesen Bundesverband Keramische Fliesen Bundesverband Keramische Fliesen e. e.V. e.V. e.V. V. Programmhalter Programmhalter Programmhalter IBU - Institut Bauen IBU Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V. Programme holder und Umwelt e.V. IBU - -Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V. Panoramastr. Panoramastr. 1 1 IBU – Institut Panoramastr. 1Bauen und Umwelt e.V. 10178 Berlin 10178 Berlin Panoramastr. 10178 Berlin 1 Deutschland Deutschland 10178 Berlin Deutschland Germany...

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- Breaking load for tile thickness < 7.5 mm: min. 200 – min. 600 N 3. Bending strength (requirements in accordance with /DIN EN 14411/): dependant on tile application and classification group: - Bending strength: min. 8 – min. 30 N/mm² 4. Resistance to surface wear EN ISO 10454-7 (PEI Test): friction classes II, III, IV and V 5. Resistance to freeze-thaw cycles: EN ISO 10545-12 where applicable 6. Non-slip properties: as indicated 2.4 Placing on the market / Application rules Directive (EU) No. 305/2011 applies for placing the product on the market in the EU/EFTA (with the exception of Switzerland)....

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Fire protection BKF BUNDESVERBAND KERAMISCHE FLIESEN or based on /DIN EN 14411/, /ISO 9001/ and /ISO 50001/. External monitoring is performed by independent certification agencies (notified bodies). 2.8 Environment and health during manufacturing The tile manufacturers subject to this EPD carry out environmental control systems, /EMAS/, for example. Health and safety and industrial safety are attributed a high degree of attention. The occupational limit values are significantly fallen short of. No more extensive measures are required based on production conditions. Water/Soil: No contamination...

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Declared unit 3.3 Estimates and assumptions The glaze formula is not usually available to the companies as mostly readymade glazes are procured. As the formula for these readymade glazes and glaze frits is often a secret, the average composition of the glaze is estimated as outlined below. Solid information is available on the average components of the glass frits and type of aggregates. Aggregates are considered in even percentages. The glaze recipe used for calculation is depicted in the following table. Environmental Product Declaration Bundesverband Keramische Fliesen e. V. - Ceramic tiles...

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Environmental Product Declaration Bundesverband Keramische Fliesen e. V. - Ceramic tiles

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BKF BUNDESVERBAND KERAMISCHE FLIESEN |For landfilling Scenario EoL 2 | 18.65 | ~kg The following scenario can be assumed for Germany: (Source: /Kreislaufwirtschaft BAU2015/) Re-use, recovery and recycling potential (D), relevant scenario information Module D includes credits from material recycling of tiles in the form of mineral bulk goods (concerns EoL 1) and credits from thermal utilisation of the packaging. Environmental Product Declaration Bundesverband Keramische Fliesen e. V. - Ceramic tiles

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BKF BUNDESVERBAND KERAMISCHE FLIESEN 5. LCA: Results The following tables contain the results of the LCA in relation to the various life cycle stages. The modules marked MND are also declared in this case but can not be shown for space reasons. The respective modules are indicated as zero as a result of their non-existent environmental impact. Basic information on all declared modules is supplied in section 4. Two end-of-life (C3, C4 and D) scenarios are evaluated: Scenario 1 considers 100% material recycling with a credit for aggregate; Scenario 2 reflects the results of 100% disposal in a building...

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Module B2 refers to the annual cleaning expenses for the wall tiles scenario. Basic information on cleaning is containedbezieht sich auf den jährlichen Reinigungsaufwand für das Szenario Wandfliesen. life cycle (in Modul B2 in section 4 of this EPD. The annual expenses can then be multiplied by the assumed years) in order to obtain the B2 result in Kapitel 4 life cycle. Basisinformationen zur Reinigung sindfor the entire dieser EPD enthalten. Anschließend kann der jährliche Aufwand durch Multiplikation mit der angenommenen Lebensdauer (in Jahren) erfolgen, um das B2-Ergebnis für den gesamten...

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BKF BUNDESVERBAND KERAMISCHE FLIESEN 7. Requisite evidence Evidence, e.g. on leaching, VOC emissions or similar, are not required according to the PCR as they are not of relevance for this product group. Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V., Berlin (pub.): Generation of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) General principles for the EPD range of Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V. (IBU), 2013-04 Product Category Rules for Construction Products, Part A: Calculation rules for the Life Cycle Assessment and requirements on the Background Report, 2013-04 ISO 14025 DIN EN ISO 14025:2011-10, Environmental...

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thinkstep Publisher Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V. Panoramastr.1 10178 Berlin Germany E-mail [email protected] Web www.bau-umwelt.com Programme holder Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V. Panoramastr.1 10178 Berlin Germany E-mail [email protected] Web www.bau-umwelt.com Author of the Life Cycle Assessment thinkstep AG Hauptstrasse 111 70771 Leinfelden-Echterdingen Germany E-mail [email protected] Web www.thinkstep.com Owner of the Declaration Bundesverband Keramische Fliesen e. V. Luisenstrasse 44 10117 Berlin Germany E-mail [email protected] Web www.fliesenverband.de

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STEINZEUG IIAGROB BUCHTAL KLINGENBERG, DBJEKT + WOHNKERAMIK/ steuler| lesign

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Proprietaire de la declaration Organisme emetteur Detenteur du programme Numero de declaration ECO EPD Ref. No. Date d‘emission Valable jusqu‘au Bundesverband Keramische Fliesen e. V. Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V. (IBU) Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V. (IBU) EPD-BKF-20160002-IBE2-FR ECO-00000468 19/05/2016 18/05/2021 Carreaux et dalles ceramiques www.bau-umwelt.com / https://epd-online.com

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