EPDs for Window and Door Framing in Europe
This 2026 field guide maps the fenestration framing EPD landscape in Europe so manufacturers can plan with confidence. We unpack where the 231 currently valid EPDs sit, which PCRs dominate, who publishes them, and when large renewal waves hit. If you make aluminum systems, PVC window profiles, curtain wall framing or glazing frames, this is your one‑stop briefing.
The 5‑year snapshot manufacturers care about
Europe counts 231 currently valid EPDs in Fenestration Framing from 104 manufacturers and 10 program operators. The most recent issue in the public registry is krafton® FRP profiles by krafton on 2025‑06‑03 through Kiwa, expiring 2030‑06‑03. Momentum peaked in 2023 and slowed in 2024 and 2025, a pattern we still see across adjacent categories.
EPDs issued per year
| Year | Number of EPDs |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 47 |
| 2023 | 133 |
| 2024 | 19 |
| 2025 | 7 |
What this means commercially is simple. Product teams that published in 2023 are well covered today, yet they should schedule refresh work before large expiry clusters arrive.
Who actually publishes these EPDs
Across Europe, EPD International AB handles the bulk of fenestration framing EPDs with 171 declarations across 70 manufacturers. IBU is the next major hub with 12 declarations across 8 manufacturers, followed by ift Rosenheim and EPD Hub at 16 each. INIES, Kiwa, EPD Italy and EPD Norway appear as smaller yet relevant homes for specific national markets.
If you sell into Germany or projects led by German specifiers, IBU tends to be the familiar badge. If your customer base is pan‑European, EPD International AB provides broad recognition. Operator choice is rarely about ideology. It is a mix of market access, language, speed to publish, and how your preferred PCR is maintained.
The PCR playbook in 2026
Manufacturers mostly anchor on PCR 2019:14 Construction products under EN 15804+A2. Within this, version 1.3.3 dominates with 92 EPDs. Windows and doors specific rules, c‑PCR‑007, appear on 16 EPDs. EPD Hub’s Core PCR is used on 16. There are 29 EPDs where the PCR is listed as unknown in the registry, which usually traces back to older uploads, operator migrations, or cataloging gaps.
Why this matters. EN 15804+A2 is the European baseline many public and private clients expect, so aligning to an A2‑based PCR keeps comparability clean and pre‑empts rework when bids tighten. EPD International’s own PCR 2019:14 is actively maintained and widely referenced in 2024 updates (EPD International AB, 2024).
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The renewal curve you can plan around
Expiry risk is front‑loaded in 2028 when 136 fenestration framing EPDs expire. That follows mid‑size waves in 2027 with 47 and in 2026 with 24. Windows and doors c‑PCR‑007 shows nine expiries in 2027 and four in 2028. A2 general construction PCRs account for most of the 2028 peak. Treat this like a train timetable. If your declaration lands in the busiest month, verification queues and internal data pulls collide.
Practical move. Start your update nine to twelve months before expiry if you need plant data changes or broader portfolio reshuffling. If your product is stable, you can still compress the window, but only with airtight data collection and decisive scope control.
Manufacturers to watch in this category
A few names illustrate how the market is organizing its public disclosures.
Schüco has multiple current EPDs via IBU covering aluminum profiles and system families, with expiries occurring between 2026 and 2028. Hydro Aluminum publishes thermal break profiles and recycled low‑carbon extrusions on EPD International and INIES that tie directly to façade and window systems. Reynaers Aluminium lists MasterLine 8 on EPD Hub with validity through 2027. Finstral and Weland Aluminium both show a steady cadence with seven EPDs each visible in this category snapshot. VELUX and NorDan appear with targeted coverage for window families relevant to high‑spec residential and light commercial.
Two quick cautions. Counts reflect what sits in this specific category mapping, not the full sustainability library of a company. Some accessories and sub‑systems, like hardware or sealants, can sit under other product groups in operator catalogs.
Notably absent or under‑represented right now
Some large European system houses do not show current, product‑specific fenestration framing EPDs in this public registry snapshot as of 2026‑01‑16. These include Deceuninck, VEKA, Gealan, Aluplast, Profine and Salamander. Internorm also does not surface here. REHAU appears with a current window system EPD, yet it is cataloged under a different MasterFormat code which means it may not show up in narrow category views. If you compete with any of these brands, there is likely an opportunity to stand out in specs where project teams filter by category.
We are careful with statements like these. Operator sites can publish new files before they sync into aggregated registries, and some companies place declarations under broader construction PCRs. If you are one of these manufacturers, closing the gap removes a common shortlisting penalty in public tenders.
The role of EPD consultants and service providers
178 of the 231 EPDs were developed with a third‑party EPD service provider. That is roughly 77 percent. In other words, most teams do not self perform the full LCA and documentation workflow. The reason is not mysterious. Consultants collect and normalize data faster, navigate operator templates, and keep your PCR interpretation consistent across a product family. If you prefer a partner that takes on the heavy lifting of data wrangling and project management, an EPD service provider like Parq is defintely worth a look.
Regulatory gravity that nudges EPD adoption
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive puts about 50,000 companies in scope across the EU, which increases the volume of product‑level disclosures that roll up into corporate reporting and buyer expectations (European Commission, 2024). LEED v5 is in development, and European owners increasingly ask for product‑specific EPDs to keep lifecycle carbon accounting conservative rather than punitive. These forces create a steady pull toward current A2‑aligned EPDs even when no single law names window frames explicitly.
Picking the right home for your next EPD
Focus on four choices and you will avoid most dead ends.
Choose a program operator that your largest customers already reference in bid templates. Verify that your target PCR is open, up to date, and fits your product scope without contortions. Confirm verifier capacity in the quarter you plan to submit. Line up manufacturing data early, especially energy, alloys or resins, rejects and scrap, and packaging. Clean inputs save weeks.
Timing hints for teams with 2027 to 2029 expiries
If you expire in 2027 on c‑PCR‑007, start initial scoping in spring 2026. If you expire within the 2028 wave on 2019:14, queue an internal data freeze the quarter before your verification slot. If you plan a portfolio consolidation, consider releasing a family of products under one operator to keep your reporting stack tidy.
What the numbers say about PCR diversity
This category used 25 distinct PCRs over the past five years. Beyond the big A2 umbrella, you will find Part B addenda for aluminum products, windows and doors, commercial steel frames, and locks and fittings. These Part B documents solve the comparability problem within sub‑segments. Use them when they exist. Use general construction PCRs when they are the common competitive reference or when no closer fit is well established.
One last thing
This analysis is based on the global public registry of EPDs many architects and specifiers rely on. Due to loading delays, some releases from the last half of 2025 may not be covered yet. If you want the full, up‑to‑date background dataset, or to sense‑check your timing against competitors, connect with Toby Urff and drop a note. We are happy to share the detail behind the charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which program operators most frequently host fenestration framing EPDs in Europe and what does that imply for a new submission?
EPD International AB hosts the majority of visible declarations in this category, with IBU, ift Rosenheim, and EPD Hub also active. Operator choice affects recognition in national markets, template familiarity for specifiers, and verifier availability. Teams selling heavily in Germany often favor IBU. Pan‑European sales often align with EPD International AB. Speed and verifier capacity are practical tie‑breakers.
How should a manufacturer pick the right PCR for a window, door, or curtain wall frame?
Start with what competitors use so your results are comparable. If a dedicated Part B or c‑PCR exists for windows and doors, prefer it. Otherwise, use PCR 2019:14 under EN 15804+A2 when that is the prevailing reference for similar products. Confirm expiry dates and any upcoming revisions before scoping the LCA to avoid mid‑project changes.
When should we begin an EPD renewal if our current declaration expires in the 2028 peak?
Target nine to twelve months ahead of expiry if you expect material, energy mix, or process changes. That window covers data collection, modeling, verification, and operator publication. If the product is stable and data is clean, the timeline can compress, yet verifier bottlenecks around late 2028 favor earlier starts.
Do most manufacturers self perform LCAs for fenestration framing EPDs?
No. Roughly 77 percent of the visible EPDs in this category were developed with an external EPD service provider. This mirrors a broader trend in construction materials where specialist partners handle data collection, modeling, and operator workflows so product teams can focus on production and sales enablement.
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.
