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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). The declaration number is EPD-BKF-20160002-IBE2-EN, valid from May 19, 2016, to May 18, 2021. It is based on Product Category Rules for ceramic tiles, tested and approved in July 2014.

Scope
This EPD covers ceramic tiles produced by nine companies across eleven plants, representing about 70% of domestic production. The life cycle assessment (LCA) data was collected in 2014 and verified externally according to ISO 14025 and EN 15804 standards.

Product Description
Ceramic tiles are manufactured using extrusion or dry-pressing, followed by drying and firing. They come in various formats, finishes, and colors, categorized into earthenware, stoneware, porcelain, and split tiles, each with specific characteristics like water absorption and frost resistance.

Applications
Ceramic tiles are used for wall and floor coverings in both interior and exterior settings, suitable for residential, commercial, industrial spaces, public buildings, swimming pools, and facades due to their versatility and durability.

Technical Data
According to EN 14411 standards, key characteristics include water absorption (classified into groups I to III), breaking load, and bending strength.

Specifications
Ceramic tiles are classified based on bending strength, resistance to surface wear, freeze-thaw cycles, and non-slip properties. Compliance with EN ISO standards is required.

Market Placement and Application Rules
Directive (EU) No. 305/2011 governs the market placement of ceramic tiles in the EU/EFTA. A Declaration of Performance and CE marking are mandatory, adhering to EN 14411:2012 standards.

Delivery Status
Ceramic tiles are available in various formats, thicknesses, colors, and finishes, complying with DIN EN ISO 10545-2 standards.

Base and Ancillary Materials
The primary components include clay, feldspar, kaolin, limestone, sand, and glaze/coating, sourced from natural deposits.

Manufacturing Process
The production involves preparing base materials, shaping, drying, glazing, and firing. Quality management systems ensure compliance with EU regulations.

Environmental and Health Considerations
Manufacturers implement environmental control systems and adhere to health and safety standards, minimizing water and air pollution.

Product Processing and Installation
Tiles are processed using wet cutters or breaking and installed with adhesives or mortar. Leftover tiles are recycled.

Packaging and Disposal
Packaging materials are recycled, and wooden pallets are reused. Ceramic tiles are non-flammable and can be repaired or replaced if damaged.

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
The LCA considers the entire life cycle from production to disposal, following the EN 15804 modular approach. Environmental impacts are assessed, and recycling benefits are included.

Data and Assumptions
Data quality is high, with comprehensive coverage of energy and material flows. Background data is sourced from the GaBi database.

Recycling and Waste Management
Tile and slab residues are collected separately and recycled. Packaging materials are also recycled.

Usage and Environmental Impact
Ceramic tiles are environmentally friendly, with a lifespan exceeding fifty years.

Exceptional Effects
Ceramic tiles are non-flammable and suitable for potable water reservoirs.

End-of-Life Phase
Tiles can be reused or recycled after deconstruction.

Life Cycle Analysis
The document provides a detailed life cycle analysis, covering production, construction, usage, and disposal phases.

Technical Scenarios
Scenarios for transport, installation, and maintenance are provided.

Conclusion
The EPD provides a comprehensive overview of the environmental impacts of ceramic tile production, highlighting areas of significant impact and adherence to international standards.

Catalog excerpts

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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BKF BUNDESVERBAND KERAMISCHE FLIESEN 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...

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BKF BUNDESVERBAND KERAMISCHE FLIESEN 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 BUNDESVERBAND KERAMISCHE FLIESEN E.V. Tel. +49 30 27 59 59 74-0 [email protected] www.fliesenverband.de

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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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