EPDs for Door Hardware in Europe: the data guide
Planning specs in 2026 means knowing exactly where door hardware and architectural ironmongery stand on EPDs. This guide distills the latest five‑year landscape in Europe so manufacturers can benchmark, pick the right rulebook, and time renewals with confidence.
Why this market snapshot matters
Door hardware lives in every project schedule, from locks and cylinders to closers and access control. When a product lacks a product‑specific EPD, project teams often apply conservative carbon assumptions that make substitution more likely. An EPD keeps you in the short list and off the discount treadmill.
The five‑year picture at a glance
- 18 currently valid EPDs across Europe for door hardware and adjacent access solutions.
- 5 manufacturers behind those EPDs, supported by 4 program operators and 7 distinct PCRs.
- Latest EPD in the set is dormakaba’s Hotel Lock Quantum Pixel+, issued Apr 11, 2025, through IBU under the “Part B: Requirements on the EPD for Electronic and physical Access Control Systems” PCR, valid until Apr 11, 2030.
This is a compact field. Two manufacturers account for 15 of the 18 declarations, which means late movers can still stand out fast.
Momentum over time
Volume peaked early, then cooled. Here is what was issued each year.
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 3 |
| 2025 | 1 |
The dip after 2022 suggests pent‑up demand for refreshes and new lines, especially as several PCRs come due in 2026 and 2027.
Who is publishing today
Manufacturers with current EPDs in this set:
- dormakaba International Holding AG 8
- Severfield plc 7
- Bostik 1
- Falcon Panel Products Ltd 1
- OJMAR, S.A. 1
dormakaba’s lead skews toward electronic and physical access control. Severfield’s presence reflects hardware supplied within metal systems. The long tail signals wide room for new entrants in architectural ironmongery, locks, cylinders, and door closers.
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Program operators buyers actually use
Four operators appear in the current European door hardware set.
- IBU 8 EPDs across 1 manufacturer
- UL 8 EPDs across 2 manufacturers
- EPD International AB 1 EPD across 1 manufacturer
- NSF International 1 EPD across 1 manufacturer
IBU is the dominant European home for access control hardware EPDs in this data, although those 8 are concentrated with a single brand. UL’s 8 span two different manufacturers, which signals competitive familiarity among specifiers who work across regions. If you sell in multiple markets, both paths are viable. Choose based on your peer set, verifier relationships, and desired publication timelines.
The PCRs that set the rules
Picking the right PCR is half the battle. Here is what shows up, with their footprint and furthest known expiry for current EPDs.
| PCR name | EPDs | Latest expiry |
|---|---|---|
| Part B: Builders Hardware | 8 | Apr 1, 2027 |
| Part B: Requirements on the EPD for Electronic and physical Access Control Systems | 6 | Apr 11, 2030 |
| Part B: Requirements on the EPD for Building Hardware products | 2 | Nov 29, 2027 |
| ISO 21930:2017 Sustainability in buildings and civil engineering works | 1 | Jul 5, 2029 |
| PCR 2019:14‑c‑PCR‑020 Building hardware (EN 17610) (2022‑11‑04) | 1 | Dec 11, 2028 |
Two takeaways. Access control has a clear path with a far‑future expiry, which buys planning runway. The general “Builders Hardware” family is popular but nearing a renewal wave.
The renewal calendar you should not ignore
Upcoming expiries among the current set show a cluster effect.
- 2026 7 EPDs expiring, almost all on Jul 1 under Builders Hardware related PCRs.
- 2027 6 EPDs, a mix of Builders Hardware, Building Hardware products, and Access Control Systems with Oct 17 to Nov 29 dates.
- 2028 1 EPD on Dec 11 under EN 17610.
- 2029 3 EPDs spanning ISO 21930 and Access Control Systems.
- 2030 1 EPD on Apr 11 under Access Control Systems.
If your declarations sit in the July 2026 cluster, start renewal data collection now. EPDs typically run on a five‑year validity, so missing the window risks gaps in bids and distributor listings when you least want them.
Half of EPDs used an external service provider
9 of the 18 EPDs were developed with an EPD consultant or service provider. That is a strong signal that outsourcing the LCA and documentation work saves internal time and keeps projects on schedule. If you want a white‑glove option that handles data wrangling across plants and SKUs, consider an EPD service provider like Parq. We focus on speed, ease, and completeness so your engineers can stay on product work.
Notably absent names in this European door hardware set
A few large brands are active in EPDs elsewhere yet do not appear in this 2021 to 2025 European door hardware group. ASSA ABLOY and Allegion both publish many declarations in other product groupings or geographies, and could surface quickly here once SKUs are aligned with the common PCRs. We also did not see GEZE, Häfele, HOPPE, Gretsch‑Unitas, or Winkhaus in this specific set. Absence here does not mean zero EPD activity, it often means products are filed under adjacent categories like automated entrances or metal door assemblies, or only in national portals.
If you compete with these brands, an on‑category EPD in 2026 is a fast way to create spec daylight. The field is small and buyers notice.
How to choose the PCR and operator that fit
Look first at your direct comparables. If you sell smart locks and readers, the Access Control Systems Part B is a pragmatic choice that stays valid into 2030 for today’s cohort. If you sell mechanical ironmongery, Builders Hardware remains acceptable, although several EPDs there will hit renewal in mid‑2026 to 2027, which could raise the bar on background data quality and modules. Operator choice should mirror your customers and competitors, then factor in verifier availability and translation needs.
The rule of thumb still holds. A PCR is the rulebook of Monopoly, ignore it and the game falls apart. Pick the rulebook your buyers already use and where your competitive metrics will be read fairly.
What this means for sales and specification
Door hardware tends to be a small line item with outsized compliance impact. Having a current, third‑party verified EPD can prevent risk‑averse substitutions in public tenders and private projects that now screen for product‑specific declarations under EN 15804. The price of creating one is often earned back by a single mid‑sized project win, then paid forward in every bid cycle after.
A quick note on data coverage, and an open invite
This article is based on the global public registry of EPDs that most architects and specifiers use. Due to normal loading lag, some EPDs issued in the last half of 2025 may not yet be visible. If you need the full, up‑to‑date background data, connect with me on LinkedIn and send a message. I am happy to share the dataset, answer questions, or hop on a quick call to pinpoint the best fit PCR for your next EPD. It will be fun and definately useful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which program operators are most common for door hardware EPDs in Europe in the last five years?
IBU and UL account for the bulk of EPDs in this set. IBU’s entries are concentrated with one manufacturer, while UL’s are spread across two. EPD International AB and NSF International each host one.
What is the most future‑proof PCR visible in this dataset?
For access control hardware, the “Part B: Requirements on the EPD for Electronic and physical Access Control Systems” shows expiries running out to Apr 11, 2030, which gives planning runway for new declarations and updates.
When do most current door hardware EPDs in Europe expire?
The largest cluster is July 1, 2026 under Builders Hardware related PCRs. A second wave occurs in 2027 across several PCRs, followed by lighter tails in 2028 and 2029.
How many current EPDs used an external EPD consultant or service provider?
9 of the 18 current EPDs were developed with an external partner, which aligns with manufacturers opting for speed and lower internal lift.
What if my products do not neatly fit a single PCR?
Pick the PCR your closest competitors use and check expiry timing. For hybrid systems, consider Access Control Systems for electronics‑heavy products, and Builders Hardware when the product is mechanical ironmongery.
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.
