HASSLACHER: mass timber lineup and EPD coverage
HASSLACHER is a pure-play mass timber manufacturer. If your projects rely on CLT, glulam, or structural solid wood, they will be on the shortlist. The practical question is simple. Do their flagship products carry recent, program‑verified EPDs that keep you eligible for specs where low‑carbon documentation is non‑negotiable under LEED v5 oriented policies?
Who they are
HASSLACHER Holding GmbH is an Austria‑based wood specialist focused on engineered timber for construction. Think factory‑made precision, not commodity boards. Their footprint and brand recognition often put them in early conversations for mass timber frames and hybrid structures.
What they make
Their core portfolio centers on three structural families. Cross laminated timber panels for walls, floors, and roofs. Glued laminated timber for long‑span beams and columns. Finger‑jointed solid structural timber for stick framing and secondary members. They also advertise special components and project‑specific machining, which expands the use cases further.
How many categories and SKUs
Count the product families at three primary structural categories. Dimensions, layups, grades, fire treatments, and surface finishes multiply choices into dozens of SKUs. Add CNC machining and edge profiles and you are realistically in the hundreds for project‑specific variants. That breadth matters when a spec needs a near‑drop‑in substitute.
EPD coverage today
HASSLACHER publishes product‑specific EPDs for glulam, CLT, and solid structural timber through European program operators, with current validity dates running into 2026 and 2027 (IBU, 2024) (INIES, 2024). That gives design teams verified A1–A3 data they can plug into whole‑building assessments without default penalties. For global projects, having documents hosted by well‑known operators is helpful because reviewers already know the formats.
Notable gaps to watch
We did not see publicly listed, current EPDs for systemized elements like ribbed CLT decks or other composite floor cassettes from HASSLACHER. If a project calls for those by name, teams may pivot to a supplier with a matching EPD in hand. Stora Enso, for example, publishes EPDs for CLT rib and LVL rib systems with validity reaching 2028 (EPD International AB, 2024). That is not a quality judgment on HASSLACHER, just a paperwork reality that influences shortlists.
Where they win in specs
For vanilla CLT plates, glulam frames, and structural solid timber, their EPD footprint aligns with common scope packages. The documents are recent enough to satisfy most owner and GC checklists, so you avoid the time sink of requesting exceptions. Sales teams also avoid having to re‑quote with conservative generic factors when an EPD exists and is easy to verify.
Main competitors you will see
Mass‑timber competitions typically line up as follows. Stora Enso for CLT, LVL, and rib panels with multiple current EPDs across product systems through 2028 (EPD International AB, 2024). KLH for CLT with a current product EPD valid to 2028 that frequently appears in European submittal packages (EPD International AB, 2024). Binderholz and Structurlam appear on many bidder lists, though their public EPD portfolios have seen gaps or expiries in recent years in some categories. Matchups vary by region, building type, and fire design strategy.
Commercial implications
Projects targeting corporate carbon policies or LEED v5 credits tend to reward the path of least resistance. If a best‑seller SKU lacks a product‑specific EPD, you usually face modelled default factors and extra scrutiny, which drags on approvals and can nudge a swap. The cost to produce the document is often dwarfed by the revenue from even one mid‑sized frame that you actually recieve because the paperwork is ready.
What smart teams do next
Treat the EPD set like a product line. Keep core CLT, glulam, and solid timber covered with current, operator‑hosted declarations. Then close gaps on systemized elements that specifiers increasingly name directly, such as ribbed decks and prefabricated floor cassettes. The heavy lift is data collection inside the plant. Pick a partner who simplifies that step so engineering and production stay focused while the documentation lands on schedule.
Sources cited for numeric details: IBU listings for HASSLACHER EPD validity years ([IBU, 2024](https://ibu-epd.com/en/epd-program/verified-epd-database/)), INIES listings for HASSLACHER products in France ([INIES, 2024](https://www.base-inies.fr/)), and EPD International AB library for competitor EPD validity years ([EPD International AB, 2024](https://www.environdec.com/library)).
Frequently Asked Questions
Does HASSLACHER have product-specific EPDs for CLT and glulam?
Yes. Public program databases list current EPDs covering CLT and glued laminated timber with validity into 2026–2027 (IBU, 2024) (INIES, 2024).
Are systemized elements like ribbed CLT decks covered by HASSLACHER EPDs?
We did not see current public EPDs for ribbed CLT deck systems from HASSLACHER, while Stora Enso lists EPDs for CLT and LVL rib systems valid to 2028 (EPD International AB, 2024).
How broad is HASSLACHER’s product range in rough SKU terms?
Three main structural categories with dozens of dimensional SKUs, and likely hundreds when machining and finishes are included.
Why does EPD freshness matter for bids?
Recent, program‑verified EPDs help teams avoid conservative default factors and speed submittal reviews under LEED v5 oriented policies, which protects margin and schedule.
About the Author
Eric works at the intersection of sustainability, regulation, and business strategy, helping manufacturers navigate the evolving landscape of EPDs and LCAs. Having spoken with hundreds of teams across North America, brings a deep understanding of what drives ROI, what regulators are asking for, and how companies can stay ahead with smart, scalable approaches to environmental reporting.
