Raised Access Flooring EPDs in Europe, data guide
Planning an EPD for access flooring in 2026 and want the full picture for Europe? Here is the definitive, numbers‑backed view of who is publishing, which program operators and PCRs are used, and where expiries cluster so you can time renewals and new launches with confidence.
What we counted and how to read this
This guide covers “access flooring” also known as raised floors, raised access floors, computer floors, and system floors. All figures refer to Europe and summarize the current EPD set visible as of Jan 20, 2026. The totals below reflect the past five years of still‑valid declarations.
- 38 current EPDs across 13 manufacturers and 6 program operators
- 11 distinct PCRs used, from broad EN 15804 cores to system‑floor Part B rules
The release curve since 2021
Most access flooring EPDs still in force landed in 2021, then activity tapered. That bulge matters for renewals in 2026.
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 1 |
Translation for roadmaps, many declarations hit their next decision point in spring 2026. Build capacity now so commercial teams avoid a gap in specs.
Who is publishing
Manufacturers with the most current EPDs are led by Kingspan Access Floors Limited with 16. Lindner follows with 4. Several others sit in the 1 to 3 range, including ASPEN Yapı ve Zemin Sistemleri, Optimera Svenska AB, CBI Europe, RMF Installation & Services, and more. The spread tells a simple story, a few players invested in broad coverage while many tested the waters with one or two SKUs.
A notable new datapoint in the period is Lindner’s “Raised Floor Panel Type LIGNA,” issued on June 13, 2025 under IBU, using the Part B PCR for system floors, valid to June 12, 2030. That shows active use of a category‑specific rule set rather than a generic core.
Program operators used in Europe
EPD International AB hosts the lion’s share at 27 current EPDs from 9 manufacturers. IBU accounts for 4 EPDs, but all from one manufacturer, which signals a focused strategy rather than broad market use. EPD Hub shows 3 EPDs across 2 manufacturers. EPD Australasia appears with 2, both from European makers active across regions. EPD Italy and SCS Global Services each show 1 EPD. If you want the widest benchmarking set for specification, EPD International AB is where most competitors are visible right now, while IBU is a strong path when a German market focus or a system‑floor Part B PCR is preferred.
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PCRs that shape comparability
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| PCR name | EPDs | Latest expiry |
|---|---|---|
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804:A2) (1.2.5) | 14 | May 1, 2028 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804+A2) (1.3.3) | 8 | Dec 17, 2028 |
| Part B: EPD requirements for system floors | 3 | June 12, 2030 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804:A2) | 3 | May 19, 2026 |
| CEN standard EN 15804 | 2 | Feb 28, 2029 |
| Unknown PCR | 2 | Apr 3, 2027 |
| EPD Hub Core PCR v1.0 (Feb 1, 2022) | 1 | Jan 3, 2028 |
| EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 (Dec 5, 2023) | 1 | Aug 23, 2029 |
| Core Product Category Rules | 1 | Mar 28, 2029 |
| EN 15804:2012+A2:2019 core rules | 1 | Aug 23, 2029 |
| c‑PCR‑001 Cement and building lime (EN 16908) | 1 | Feb 20, 2028 |
Two takeaways stand out. First, the EN 15804 based “PCR 2019:14” family dominates. Second, the IBU Part B for system floors is present and carries the single furthest expiry in this set to 2030, which can smooth marketing plans.
Renewal watch for 2026 to 2030
The next crunch is in 2026 with 21 expiries. Many cluster on Mar 28 and Mar 29 from the 2019:14 A2 line, plus a May 19 outlier. Smaller waves arrive in 2027 with 2 expiries, 2028 with 10, 2029 with 4, then 2030 with 1. If your access floor portfolio depends on 2021‑vintage EPDs, scheduling data refresh and verifications early in Q1 avoids rushed reprints.
How often teams used an EPD consultant
36 of 38 current EPDs list a third‑party EPD service provider, often called an EPD consultant. That is roughly 95 percent of the set, which tracks with the reality that data wrangling across plants, adhesives, finishes, packaging, and transport legs consumes bandwidth. If you prefer a white‑glove partner that makes data collection painless and publishes with the operator you choose, consider Parq. We optimize timelines so product and plant teams do not stall day‑to‑day work.
Where competitors published most
- EPD International AB is the most common home for raised access flooring in Europe, used by nine different manufacturers. That diversity signals strong market acceptance.
- IBU holds fewer EPDs, concentrated with one publisher, yet it offers a category Part B that some specifiers in DACH expect.
- EPD Hub, EPD Italy, EPD Australasia, and SCS appear in smaller counts. These can still be the right fit depending on language, national visibility, or existing client expectations.
Notably absent or quiet names
We checked several sizeable European raised access floor brands and did not find current product‑specific access flooring EPDs in the public registry as of Jan 20, 2026 for Polygroup, Mero‑TSK, Petral, and Lenzlinger. Some may be preparing renewals or listing under different product families, yet there is opportunity here for those brands to remove friction in bids. If your company sits in a similar spot, it is definately worth assessing the competitive math before peak tender season.
Practical moves for 2026 roadmaps
If your declarations land in the March to May 2026 window, plan verification slots now. When selecting a PCR, start with what your direct competitors used above, then check the expiry runway and whether a Part B for system floors improves comparability for your market. If your product line spans wood, calcium sulphate, steel, and different finish assemblies, consider a release train of multiple product‑specific EPDs rather than a single umbrella, since that mirrors what specifiers see from category leaders.
One last note and an open invitation
This analysis is based on the global public registry of EPDs that most architects and specifiers use. Due to normal loading delays, some EPDs from the second half of 2025 may not appear yet. Want the full, up‑to‑date background dataset, or help picking the best fit PCR and operator for a 2026 launch, message me on LinkedIn. I am happy to share the spreadsheet and jump on a quick call at no cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main program operators for access flooring EPDs in Europe right now?
EPD International AB holds the majority of current declarations, with IBU, EPD Hub, EPD Australasia, EPD Italy, and SCS Global Services also present in smaller counts.
Which PCRs are most commonly used for access flooring EPDs in Europe?
The PCR 2019:14 Construction products line under EN 15804 A2 dominates, with a visible presence of IBU’s Part B for system floors that reaches expiries into 2030.
When should manufacturers plan for renewals in 2026?
Most renewals cluster between late March and May 2026. Booking verification early in Q1 reduces risk of gaps in specification cycles.
How common is it to use an external EPD consultant or service provider?
Very common in this category. 36 of 38 current EPDs list a third‑party service provider, which aligns with the complexity of multi‑material assemblies and plant data collection.
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.
