EPDs for Cable Trunking and Raceways in Europe
What changed, who’s leading, and which rulebooks to follow in 2026. If you make cable trunking, conduit, wireways, or cable trays, this guide shows the real activity, not hearsay, so you can pick the right PCR and program operator with confidence.
What counts as a raceway in this guide
Raceways cover cable trunking, conduit, surface raceway, wireways, and cable trays used to route and protect conductors in buildings. Many manufacturers label these as cable management systems, trunking, or ducting, so we track those terms too when reading EPDs.
Five‑year snapshot at a glance
Europe saw 32 currently valid raceway EPDs across 10 manufacturers and 3 program operators over the last five years. Six distinct PCRs show up in that mix, which matters because the rulebook you pick drives scope and comparability. The most recent issue we see landed on Oct 28 2025.
EPDs issued per year
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 12 |
| 2025 | 12 |
Momentum clearly shifted in 2024 and held steady in 2025, which suggests raceways are moving from one‑off transparency efforts to portfolio plays.
Program operators manufacturers actually use
Association P.E.P handled the bulk of activity with 22 EPDs from 4 manufacturers, which signals strong alignment between electrical raceways and the PEP Ecopassport ecosystem. EPD Hub published 8 EPDs for 4 manufacturers, showing it is a credible option when teams want EN 50693 or hub core PCR coverage. EPD International AB shows 2 EPDs across 2 manufacturers, a smaller share yet still relevant for cross‑category portfolios.
Diversity matters. P.E.P volume is high, yet not from a single company only. Multiple competitors publish there, which makes specs easier since buyers can compare like with like.
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Manufacturer leaderboard and what it implies
Hager Group leads with 17 EPDs, shaping the reference set many specifiers will benchmark against. Signify N.V. and SALTO SYSTEMS S.L. appear with 3 each, while ABB, Polypipe, SAS International, Klimapoprema and others round out the field.
Put simply, if you sell raceways and want to avoid price‑only fights, showing up with a product speficic EPD is becoming table stakes where carbon accounting is requested on projects.
The PCRs that actually show up
Picking a PCR is like agreeing on the rules of Monopoly before rolling the dice. Here is what was used for raceway EPDs and when the latest ones expire.
| PCR | EPDs | Latest expiry |
|---|---|---|
| Product Category Rules for Electrical, Electronic and HVAC‑R Products | 22 | Jul 25 2030 |
| EPD Hub Core PCR version 1.0, 1 Feb 2022 | 5 | Nov 24 2028 |
| PEP Ecopassport PSR Specific Rules for Luminaires | 2 | Oct 28 2030 |
| EN 50693:2019 Life cycle assessment of electronic and electrical products and systems | 1 | Oct 28 2030 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804+A2) 1.3.3 | 1 | Mar 20 2027 |
| PCR 2019:14‑c‑PCR‑006 Wood and wood‑based products for use in construction | 1 | Feb 9 2026 |
Most raceway EPDs lean into electrical and HVAC‑R PCRs that sit naturally with cable management. A few tap EN 15804 based families where products intersect with building materials, and luminaires show up when trunking is integrated with lighting systems.
Renewal horizon and timing plays
Expiration clusters help you plan workload and budget. One EPD expires in 2026, two in 2027, five in 2028, twelve in 2029, and twelve in 2030. The 2028 set is almost entirely tied to EPD Hub Core PCR v1.0. The 2029 and 2030 waves are largely under the Electrical, Electronic and HVAC‑R PCR, with a late 2030 tail for EN 50693 and the PEP luminaire PSR. If your declarations ride those rulebooks, pencil in verification capacity early so renewals do not crowd your launch calendar.
The latest issue to watch
The newest raceway‑adjacent release we see is CoreLine trunking Gen2.5 LL242X from Signify N.V., issued Oct 28 2025 under EPD Hub using EN 50693:2019, valid until Oct 28 2030. This underscores that lighting majors sometimes file trunking under electronics‑oriented PCRs when it ties into luminaires, which is fine if the scope and declared unit match buyer expectations.
Where EPDs were verified and by whom
Ten of the 32 EPDs involved an external EPD consultant or service provider, roughly one in three. That pattern is typical when teams want speed and predictable verification outcomes without pulling engineers off product work. If outside help is on the table, pick a partner that collects data for you, not one that sends templates and hopes for the best. For context, Parq is an EPD service provider that combines a platform with a white‑glove data collection team so busy manufacturers can move fast without sacrificing quality (Parq).
Notable absences buyers will notice
Several well known cable management brands show activity, including Hager, ABB, Niedax, OBO Bettermann, and Legrand. We could not find current raceway‑specific EPDs for Marshall‑Tufflex or Pemsa in the public registry as of Jan 21 2026. They may publish under adjacent categories or with operators that have not yet posted, however that absence can still affect comparability in tenders where product‑specific EPDs simplify scoring.
How to choose the right path in 2026
Start with the competitive set you sell against and mirror their PCR where it fits your product, then pick a program operator your buyers already know. If you need a second opinion on PCR fit or want the full background dataset behind this article, connect with me on LinkedIn and message me directly. I am happy to share the raw numbers, answer questions, or hop on a quick call to help you pinpoint the best PCR and operator for your next EPD (Toby Urff).
Note on data coverage. The analysis relies on the global public registry most architects and specifiers use. Due to publication and loading delays, some EPDs from the last half of 2025 might not be reflected yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
What counts as a raceway for this article and search intent?
Cable trunking, conduit, wireways, surface raceway, and cable trays used to route and protect wiring in buildings. Many manufacturers call these cable management systems or trunking.
Which program operator is most used for raceway EPDs in Europe?
Association P.E.P appears most frequently with 22 EPDs across 4 manufacturers, followed by EPD Hub with 8 EPDs across 4 manufacturers, then EPD International AB with 2 EPDs across 2 manufacturers.
What is the most commonly used PCR for raceway EPDs in Europe?
The generic “Product Category Rules for Electrical, Electronic and HVAC‑R Products” dominates with 22 EPDs. EPD Hub Core PCR v1.0 appears in 5 EPDs, with smaller counts for EN 50693 and EN 15804‑based families.
When do most current raceway EPDs expire and how should we plan renewals?
Expiration clusters sit in 2028, 2029 and 2030. If your EPDs use EPD Hub Core PCR v1.0 or the Electrical, Electronic and HVAC‑R PCR, book verification slots early in those years to avoid bottlenecks.
How often do manufacturers use external EPD service providers for raceways?
In the last five years about one in three EPDs used an external consultant or service provider. That aligns with teams prioritizing speed without pulling engineers away from product work.
About the Author
With a passion for sustainability and a love for complex data, Toby helps manufacturers efficiently collect data from across their organization and get their EPDs done right. He’s especially interested in how AI can support human expertise, helping R&D and factory teams work faster, smarter, and with less friction.
