EPDs for Mechanical in Europe The ultimate guide
If you make HVAC and mechanical building products in Europe, this 2026 snapshot shows exactly who is publishing Environmental Product Declarations, which rulebooks they lean on, and when renewals will hit. Use it to choose the right PCR, the right program operator, and the right timing so sepcifiers can approve your products faster.
Mechanical in Europe at a glance
Mechanical here covers HVAC and air movement components often searched as ventilation, dampers, hoods, duct accessories, and air handling subassemblies. It spans both coated metal parts and finished equipment.
Across the last five years there are 15 current EPDs from 10 manufacturers in Europe. The latest EPD we see landed on Oct 24, 2025 for a Galvanised Steel Rectangular Attenuator published via EPD Hub under its Core PCR 1.1 and is valid to Oct 23, 2030.
Momentum by year
Growth is steady and practical, not hype. Volume rose from one new declaration in 2021 to six in 2025.
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 3 |
| 2025 | 6 |
Two takeaways. First, activity doubled between 2023 and 2025 as teams aligned on EN 15804 A2 compatible paths. Second, 2025 brought the broadest mix of product types, a sign that buyers now expect product specific EPDs even for niche ventilation pieces.
Who is publishing
Ten manufacturers share the 15 current EPDs. Lindab AB and Kampmann stand out with three each, while Caice contributes two. Others including Bevent Rasch, Ekovent, Lindab Denmark, Manifattura Fontana, NEOKEM, Sherwin Williams, and Strugal each carry one. This is a healthy spread that avoids a single company dominating the category.
What it means for teams planning an EPD. You can benchmark against several direct peers rather than chasing a one off outlier. That makes PCR choice and inventory scoping more straightforward.
Where they publish
Program operator usage shows real diversity, which helps credibility in bids. EPD Hub accounts for eight EPDs across five manufacturers. EPD International AB carries five EPDs across three manufacturers. UL appears once. One record lists no operator. The pattern signals that owners and GCs will be comfortable with either EPD Hub or EPD International for mechanical, with UL showing occasional use.
If corporate policy points to a preferred operator, you are unlikely to lose acceptance by choosing among these. If you want the shortest path to reviewer familiarity in pan European specs, EPD Hub and EPD International are the safest choices based on recent activity.
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The rulebooks that matter
A Product Category Rule is the Monopoly rulebook for your LCA. Ignore it and fair comparison falls apart. In mechanical, multiple routes are active, with ventilation specific and generic construction options in use.
| PCR name | Count of current EPDs | Latest expiry | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| EN 15804:2012+A2:2019 Core rules | 1 | Mar 30, 2030 | Generic A2 core used directly |
| EPD Hub Core PCR version 1.1, 5 Dec 2023 | 2 | Oct 23, 2030 | Newest operator core in this set |
| PCR 2012:01 Construction products and services (EN 15804 A1) 2.34 | 1 | Aug 31, 2026 | Legacy A1 path appears once |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804 A2) 1.2.5 | 4 | Jan 30, 2028 | Common A2 track under Environdec |
| PCR 2019:14 c PCR 018 Ventilation components | 4 | Apr 30, 2030 | Ventilation specific path, adopted from EPD Norway |
| Part B EPD requirements for fire and smoke dampers | 1 | Apr 2, 2030 | Category part B guidance for dampers |
| Unknown PCR | 2 | Apr 1, 2028 | Listed without a PCR label in the registry |
For 2026 planning, the c PCR 018 ventilation path and the EPD Hub Core PCR 1.1 are both live choices with expiries reaching 2030. Teams renewing legacy A1 EPDs should expect a move to A2 aligned rules at next update, which can change indicator coverage and background datasets.
Renewal watch for 2026 to 2030
Renewals bunch in predictable waves. Use them to time your marketing and to avoid last minute scrambles.
2026 carries two expiries, one tied to the old A1 PCR and one with an unknown PCR tag. 2027 is light with a single expiry under Environdec’s A2 PCR. 2028 is busier with four expiries, mostly A2 1.2.5. 2029 brings three expiries from the ventilation c PCR 018 path. 2030 is the heavy year with five expiries across EN 15804 A2 core, EPD Hub Core PCR 1.1, c PCR 018 ventilation, and the fire damper Part B.
Practical move. Start renewals six to nine months ahead of the dates above to lock reviewer slots and to incorporate any plant changes that could improve declared results. EPDs generally have a maximum validity of five years under program rules, so building a recurring cadence is smart business (Environdec GPI, 2024).
Consultants behind the scenes
Six out of 15 EPDs list an external EPD consultant or service provider. That is roughly 40 percent. It reflects the reality that mechanical teams are busy with product engineering and site operations while EPD work requires data wrangling across energy, materials, and end of life scenarios.
If you plan to outsource, look for an EPD service provider that removes data collection effort from your R&D and plant leads, not one that pushes spreadsheets back on your team. Parq is one such provider and can publish with your operator of choice in Europe, frequently IBU and also EPD International or EPD Hub (Parq).
Picking the right PCR in 2026
Let the competitive landscape guide you. If your nearest rivals sell ventilation components, the c PCR 018 route is a strong fit. If your products are broader mechanical subassemblies or coated components, the operator core PCRs under A2 can be clean choices.
Ask three questions. Which PCR do direct competitors use. When does it expire. Which operator will your most important customers accept without extra explanation. A clear yes on all three shortens review, avoids rework, and keeps comparability credible.
The freshest signal
On Oct 24, 2025, Caice Acoustic Air Movement published a rectangular attenuator with EPD Hub under its Core PCR 1.1. The expiry runs to Oct 23, 2030. It is a neat example of a compact component using a core PCR while staying fully A2 aligned. Expect more small form factor ventilation parts to follow that pattern because it keeps scope and data needs tight.
What this means for winning specs
An up to date, product specific EPD prevents penalty assumptions in many carbon accounting workflows. It also removes a common reason to swap your product late in a tender. Sales cycles shorten when buyers can drop a verified PDF straight into their model and workbook.
Treat your first EPD as the start of a portfolio. Scope one hero product now, then roll to adjacent SKUs with the same core materials and processes. That lets you amortize data work and extend coverage quickly.
Want the full dataset and a quick sanity check
The numbers in this piece come from the global public registry that most architects and specifiers use. Due to loading delays, some EPDs from the last half of 2025 may not be visible yet at the time of writing. If you want the full up to date background data, connect with me on LinkedIn and send a message. I am happy to share everything behind these charts and hop on a quick call to help you pick the best fit PCR for an upcoming EPD based on your competitive set. Message Toby Urff.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which program operators are most used for mechanical EPDs in Europe and what does that imply for acceptance in bids
EPD Hub and EPD International AB account for most recent activity, with occasional UL usage. This spread implies broad acceptance among buyers familiar with these operators, so choosing either EPD Hub or EPD International typically avoids extra justification in tenders.
Which PCRs are most common and how should a manufacturer choose among them
PCR 2019:14 Construction products (A2) and c‑PCR‑018 Ventilation components are the most common in this dataset, alongside EPD Hub Core PCR 1.1. Pick the PCR most used by your closest competitors, confirm expiry timing, and select the operator your customers already accept.
When should a team start an EPD renewal to avoid gaps
Start six to nine months before expiry to secure reviewer capacity and incorporate any process changes. Program rules typically cap validity at five years, so baking renewals into your annual plan is best practice (Environdec GPI, 2024).
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.
