Raised access floors in Germany: an EPD leaderboard
Spec wins in Germany often hinge on whether your access floor has a product‑specific, EN 15804‑conformant EPD. We reviewed publicly available declarations for raised access flooring systems and panels, looked for visible sales presence in Germany, then ranked manufacturers by how fully their core ranges are covered today. Here’s who is best positioned to be chosen without price-only fights.
How we measured coverage
We focused on product‑specific EPDs for raised access flooring panels and systems that are valid today, are published by reputable program operators, and are typical for German projects. Coverage means how broadly a maker’s core access floor lines are represented by current declarations. When exact SKU counts were not public, we scored coverage directionally based on the mix of panel grades and essential components with EPDs. Dates are as of 21 November 2025.
The leaderboard
-
Kingspan Access Floors Kingspan publishes a wide suite of panel EPDs across light, medium and heavy grades, plus system components. Multiple EU‑scoped EPDs remain valid through 28 March 2026, for example RG3 and RG6 panels, which signals broad portfolio coverage rather than a token single model (EPD International, 2021, EPD International, 2021). One newer declaration from an EU operator extends into 2028, keeping continuity through upcoming bid cycles (EPD Hub, 2028).
-
Lindner For the German market, Lindner’s NORTEC system sits on solid ground with IBU EPDs valid to May and November 2026, covering system floors under Part B rules. That puts their flagship calcium sulphate line squarely in spec for public and private work in Germany, though coverage appears concentrated on NORTEC rather than every variant in their catalog (NBS Source citing IBU, 2026).
-
Newfloor Newfloor has multiple EU EPDs published in late 2024 and 2025 for G30 series panel configurations that stay valid toward 2029, a good sign for continuity on projects that phase procurement over several years (EPD International, 2025). Public references also show projects in Germany, which suggests active market participation, even if not every sub‑line is declared yet.
-
CBI Europe CBI states EPD coverage across key panel constructions and displays product families with EPD messaging on its catalog. We also see current EU program entries for CBI panel types with validity to mid‑2026, which points to meaningful but not yet wall‑to‑wall coverage across all panel variants (EPD International, 2026). If you carry hybrid or T&G panels into Germany, check model‑level alignment with the declaration before tendering.
-
Nesite Nesite holds a current EPD in EPDItaly for chipboard core raised floors valid to 27 September 2029, and communicates intent to cover additional cores and finishes over time. That is strong longevity for one family, with work remaining to extend EPDs across the full portfolio used in German specs (EPD Italy, 2024).
-
MERO‑TSK and other German specialists MERO‑TSK and several domestic specialists are clearly active in Germany and publish approvals like ABP for system floors. We did not find current, public, panel‑specific EPDs for raised access floors from these makers in IBU, ÖKOBAUDAT or EN 15804 EU programs as of the date above. That does not mean none exist, only that reliable public listings were not available. If you sell into projects with EPD prerequisites, consider fast‑tracking declarations now (Bundesverband Systemböden e.V., 2025).
Why this matters in German tenders
On many German projects, an EN 15804‑compliant, third‑party verified EPD lets specifiers model carbon with real data instead of a penalty factor. That keeps you in play when CO2 caps and DGNB targets show up. Also note the clock. Verification lead times at IBU have stretched, with about 6 months currently advised for the verification step alone, so last‑minute renewals risk gaps that can derail bids (IBU, 2025).
A quick rubric to check your own coverage
If your access floor range spans light, medium and heavy grade panels, plus pedestals and stringers, aim to have at least one current EPD per grade family and one for core components that materially affect impacts. Match your declarations to the PCR most used by your competitors so reviewers can compare like with like. Where a system EPD fairly represents multiple finishes, make that explicit in the model list. Sounds simple, but it’s where teams often stumble.
What to do if you are mid‑pack or unlisted
Two sensible moves. First, prioritize the panels you actually sell in Germany and publish those EPDs first, then backfill niche variants. Second, plan renewals now if your validity date lands in early to mid‑2026, since verifier queues remain busy and you do not want a spec gap during procurement season (IBU, 2025). The admin lift is real, which is why a partner that makes internal data collection painless will save you weeks and a few headaches too.
Bottom line for the next bid cycle
Kingspan and Lindner are easiest to pick today because their access floor families are visibly covered by current EPDs. Italian makers with recent EU declarations are closing the distance fast. If your brand shows up in this list without public EPDs, that is an avoidable own‑goal in Germany. Move now, publish clearly, and make your next spec a yes instead of a maybe.
Sources behind key numbers mentioned
- Kingspan RG3 and RG6 EPDs, valid to 28 March 2026, EU scope (EPD International, 2021, EPD International, 2021).
- Lindner NORTEC EPD in IBU, valid to 11 May 2026 (NBS Source citing IBU, 2026).
- Nesite chipboard core raised floor EPD, valid to 27 September 2029 (EPD Italy, 2024).
- Typical IBU verification lead time about 6 months (IBU, 2025).
Frequently Asked Questions
How did you decide who “sells into Germany” for raised access floors?
We looked for any of the following: a German legal entity or office, German project references, or EU‑scoped EPDs paired with clear European distribution. Where proof was weak, we flagged status as uncertain rather than counting it as coverage.
Do expired PCRs instantly invalidate an EPD in Germany?
No. An EPD remains valid until its own expiry. The next renewal must use a current PCR. That is standard practice across EU operators under EN 15804.
If my product family uses a single system EPD, is that acceptable for bids?
Often yes, provided the EPD explicitly lists the included models and the declared unit matches the way your product is specified. When in doubt, ask the program operator before tendering.
How fast can we publish multiple access floor EPDs?
Creation speed depends on data readiness. Verification queues at IBU are currently about 6 months for the verification step alone, so begin now if your targets fall in early or mid‑2026 (IBU, 2025).
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.
