Axter’s first EPDs arrive for hot‑melt roofing
Hot‑melt waterproofing finally has Axter’s name on the transparency board. With product‑specific declarations now published for Wilotekt‑Plus and Hyraflex, spec teams get verified data for the structural waterproofing systems that show up on inverted roofs, podium decks, living roofs, blue roofs and car parks. Here is what landed, who verified it, and how that changes the competitive math in bids and submittals.
What landed: the EPDs at a glance
Axter has published a pair of product‑specific EPDs covering its second‑generation monolithic hot‑melt systems, Wilotekt‑Plus and Hyraflex. Both declarations are issued by EPD Hub and reference EN 15804 A2. Wilotekt‑Plus was published on June 29, 2025 and is valid through June 29, 2030 (EPD Hub, 2025).
Why this matters in specs
Hot‑melt is a workhorse where detail density and foot‑traffic are high. When a project team has an EPD for the exact system, they avoid defaulting to generic or punitive assumptions in carbon accounting. That keeps the product in the conversation without forcing discounts to stay on the shortlist. With LEED v5 tightening the screws on disclosure, having current product‑specific declarations reduces friction at submittal time and shortens decision cycles.
Product scope in plain English
The new declarations cover Axter’s monolithic, polymer‑modified bitumen systems used on inverted roofs, podium decks, living roofs, blue roofs and car parks. Think of them as the one‑piece raincoat that shrugs off complex detailing. The scope notes point to full system layers, not a single accessory, which is what specifiers actually buy for these applications.
Who verified and who authored
Program operator is EPD Hub. The Wilotekt‑Plus declaration credits Axter’s Technical and Certification Department as the EPD author, with third‑party verification listed on the operator page. That signals in‑house ownership of data and documentation, which many buyers prefer when they need quick clarifications.
Competitive snapshot
Hot‑melt is a concentrated game. Radmat has a current EPD for PermaQuik PQ6100 that runs until November 17, 2029, also under EPD Hub (EPD Hub, 2024). IKO shows EPD coverage for related components like Permascreed and for single‑ply PVC, and Bauder lists EPDs for FPO membranes, yet we do not see a directly comparable hot‑melt system EPD from those brands in the same channel as of today. Net effect. Axter has entered the transparency arena in the exact category where it competes daily and narrows the gap to Radmat, while gaining an edge versus peers that have not documented hot‑melt systems at product‑specific level.
Why now is savvy commercially
Projects with embodied‑carbon targets often penalize products that lack product‑specific EPDs in bid models. Showing up with a verified declaration moves conversations from compliance fear to performance, detailing, warranty and install speed. It also helps distributors and roofing contractors avoid back‑and‑forth during submittals that burn everyone’s time. Small note, but important. This is a low drama way to protect margin on complex roofs.
Visibility check on Axter’s site
We could not find downloadable EPDs for Wilotekt‑Plus or Hyraflex on Axter’s product pages at the time of writing. Their Wilotekt‑Plus system page spotlights BBA and ETA content but no EPD download link is visible yet (Axter Wilotekt‑Plus). Their hot‑melt range overview also lacks an EPD link (Axter Hot Melt Systems). Adding a clear EPD download to these pages will increase findability for architects and QS’s who live in shared folders and binder tabs.
What teams should do next
Update submittal packs and digital product libraries with the new EPDs so estimators and specification writers can grab them in one click. Align product names exactly as they appear on the declarations to avoid mismatch delays. Brief roofing contractors that the declarations exist and where to find them. It’s simple, but it is the difference between getting waved through and getting parked in RFI limbo. Also, make sure marketing adds the EPDs to the website. It’s a quick win and definately helps.
Bottom line
Axter’s debut EPDs remove a common barrier to specification for hot‑melt structural waterproofing. The company moves from credible to comparable, which is where more specs and more wins start. Keep the momentum by making the documents easy to find and ensuring every sales and technical touchpoint is working from the same, verified files.
Frequently Asked Questions
What products do Axter’s first EPDs cover and who issued them?
Axter’s new EPDs cover two monolithic hot‑melt structural waterproofing systems, Wilotekt‑Plus and Hyraflex. They are issued by EPD Hub under EN 15804 A2.
Are these EPDs system‑level or component‑level?
They are system‑level for monolithic hot‑melt waterproofing used on inverted roofs, podium decks, living roofs, blue roofs and car parks, which is the level specifiers need.
Do competitors have similar hot‑melt EPD coverage?
Radmat does, with an EPD for PermaQuik PQ6100 valid to November 17, 2029 (EPD Hub, 2024). Other frequent competitors show EPDs for adjacent systems and materials, but not an equivalent hot‑melt system EPD in the same channel as of today.
Is the LCA developer named?
The Wilotekt‑Plus EPD author is listed as Axter’s Technical and Certification Department on the operator page. No external consultant is named there.
Where can specifiers access the new EPDs?
Wilotekt‑Plus is live on EPD Hub with a validity date through June 29, 2030 (EPD Hub, 2025). We recommend Axter adds direct EPD download links to its Wilotekt‑Plus and Hot‑Melt range pages to improve visibility.
About the Author
Hazel Brooks is an editor at EPD Guide covering EPDs and the fast-evolving sustainability data landscape. She tracks program-operator updates, standards and guidance changes, and new EPD releases, connecting the dots across the market to report on trends, shifting expectations, and the competitive EPD landscape. Her work focuses on making complex data sets easier to navigate and access, so manufacturers and sustainability teams can act with clarity and confidence.
