EPDs for Profiles and Extrusions in Europe: Data Guide
Planning an Environmental Product Declaration for profiles, extrusions, or window and door profiles in Europe in 2026? Here is the definitive, numbers-first view of who is publishing, which program operators and PCRs are winning, and where expiries will land. Use it to pick the right rulebook and timing so your team secures specs without surprises.
What counts as “profiles” in this guide
Profiles here covers metal profiles and extrusions, steel framing profiles, façade and curtain wall profiles, and related components used in buildings. Many manufacturers also label these as architectural extrusions or window and door profiles. If your product is a shaped length made by roll‑forming, extrusion, or similar, this landscape applies.
The 5‑year snapshot at a glance
Across Europe, 14 current EPDs for Profiles were issued in the last five years. They came from 10 manufacturers, using 3 program operators and 8 distinct PCRs. The latest EPD in this set posted on Oct 27, 2025 for Meesenburg Großhandel KG under EPD Hub, aligned to EPD International PCR 2019:14 v1.3.4, expiring Oct 26, 2030.
Release tempo since 2021
A stop‑start pattern is typical when categories mature. Profiles followed that arc, with a lull in 2022 and a pickup into 2025.
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 6 |
That 2025 bump likely reflects teams retooling for A2‑based PCRs and then publishing once data pipelines settled, similar to other construction categories.
Who is publishing, and how concentrated is it
Ten manufacturers appear in the past five years. Etex Group and Lindab AB each account for 3 EPDs. Eight others each contributed one, including AB Wibe, Ekovent AB, AB Ebeco, Amron Architectural Limited, Meesenburg Großhandel KG, Poly Passive Holdings, Stora Enso, and TOORS s.r.o. This is a moderately concentrated landscape that still leaves room for new entrants to stand out with product‑specific data.
Program operators used in Europe for profiles
Three operators published these declarations. EPD Hub leads with 11 EPDs across 7 different manufacturers, so adoption is broad rather than a single‑client surge. EPD International AB accounts for 2 EPDs across 2 manufacturers. EPD Ireland appears once, tied to 1 manufacturer. If you want faster time to market and wide spec visibility, operator familiarity among competitors is a helpful signal, not a rule.
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Which PCRs actually got used, and their runway
Teams used eight PCRs, with a clear shift toward newer A2‑aligned documents that push expiries into 2029 and 2030. Use the table to map what peers chose and how long each pathway stays current.
| PCR name | EPDs | Latest expiry |
|---|---|---|
| EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1, Dec 5, 2023 | 5 | Sep 28, 2030 |
| EPD Hub Core PCR v1.0, Feb 1, 2022 | 3 | Nov 27, 2028 |
| EPD International PCR 2019:14 (EN 15804 A2) v1.3.4 | 2 | Oct 26, 2030 |
| Construction products, 2019:14 | 1 | Dec 13, 2029 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804 A2) v1.3.3 | 1 | Apr 17, 2028 |
| Product Category Rules, Part A, Ireland | 1 | Jan 25, 2026 |
| c‑PCR‑006 Wood and wood‑based products (EN 16485) | 1 | Feb 11, 2026 |
| Other Construction products, 2019:14 entry | 1 | Dec 13, 2029 |
Two quick reads. First, EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 is now the common path for profiles and extrusions, with expiries landing mostly in 2030. Second, Irish Part A and the wood c‑PCR entries will age out in early 2026, so teams on those rulebooks should prepare renewals or transitions.
Expiry outlook you can plan around
Here is the near‑term expiry map based on current profiles EPDs. In 2026 there are 2 expiries, both early in the year, tied to Irish Part A and c‑PCR‑006 Wood. There are no expiries in 2027. In 2028 there are 4 expiries, largely EPD Hub Core PCR v1.0 and one EPD on PCR 2019:14 v1.3.3. In 2029 there are 2 expiries. In 2030 there are 6 expiries, mostly EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 and EPD International 2019:14 v1.3.4. Renewal planning gets easier when your internal data year aligns with that curve.
How often teams used an EPD consultant
Nine of the 14 EPDs used a third‑party EPD consultant or service provider, about 64 percent of the total. That ratio tracks what we see across technical product categories where models and datasets are complex. If you want outside help, an EPD service provider like Parq can streamline data collection across plants and SKUs, then publish with the operator you prefer, while your engineers keep building products. It is not just speed, it is fewer internal meetings and less context switching.
Choosing a program operator for profiles products
Operator choice shapes workflow and reviewer expectations. In Europe, the set above shows real activity at EPD Hub and EPD International AB for profiles, with Ireland’s operator appearing for local declarations. Pick the operator that matches your market access goals, the PCR you intend to use, and reviewer capacity. If you sell into multiple regions, ensure the program’s format and database integrations meet specifier habits in those markets.
Picking the right PCR without drama
A PCR is the rulebook of Monopoly, ignore it and the game falls apart. The quickest route is to mirror the PCR that peers used for similar profiles or extrusions, provided renewal timing works for you. If your closest competitors lean on EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1, that is a practical default. If you make wood‑based profiles, c‑PCR‑006 may fit content wise but check the 2026 expiry and whether a successor exists. When in doubt, pressure‑test two PCRs for model fit and reviewer scope.
Commercial takeaways for 2026 specs
Specifiers often apply penalties for products without product‑specific EPDs, which means bids are less competitive even if your factory is efficient. A credible profiles EPD can keep you in the running without slashing price. Aim to publish before big tender windows, and avoid cutting it close to an early 2026 expiry if you sit on those Irish or wood PCRs. Getting to a draft quickly is usually worth more than chasing a theoretically perfect dataset that arrives late.
The latest EPD worth noting
The newest profiles EPD in Europe, as of this dataset, is from Meesenburg Großhandel KG, issued Oct 27, 2025 under EPD Hub, using EPD International PCR 2019:14 v1.3.4, expiring Oct 26, 2030. That choice signals confidence in A2‑aligned rulebooks with longer runways, and it hints at where the category is consolidating.
Want the full dataset and PCR short‑list
If you want the complete, up‑to‑date background data behind this article, connect with me on LinkedIn and send a short note. I am happy to share files, answer questions, and hop on a quick call to suggest the best‑fit PCR for your upcoming profiles or extrusions EPD, based on the competitive landscape. You will definately save time.
Notes on sources and timing
This article relies on the global public registry of EPDs widely used by architects and specifiers. Due to loading delays, some EPDs from the last half of 2025 may not yet be visible at the time of writing. No confidential data was used.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many current EPDs for profiles and extrusions exist in Europe based on the last five years?
Fourteen current EPDs, issued by ten manufacturers using three program operators and eight PCRs.
Which program operator handles most European profiles EPDs right now?
EPD Hub, with 11 EPDs across 7 manufacturers in this dataset.
Which PCR offers the longest runway for profiles EPDs?
EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 and EPD International PCR 2019:14 v1.3.4 both show expiries into 2030 in this dataset.
When do the next profiles EPD expiries cluster?
Two EPDs expire in early 2026, none in 2027, four in 2028, two in 2029, and six in 2030.
How common is it to use an EPD consultant for profiles EPDs?
About 64 percent of the profiles EPDs in this dataset list a third‑party EPD service provider.
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.
