SOPREMA: product breadth and EPD depth, at a glance
SOPREMA is not a niche player. From bituminous membranes to single‑ply synthetics, from PMMA liquids to XPS, PIR and bio‑based insulation, they sell into most envelope assemblies. That range helps win specs, yet it also creates an EPD chessboard. Below we map where coverage is strong, where gaps likely remain, and how teams can prioritize what to publish next for more bids won and less eleventh‑hour scrambling.
Who SOPREMA is and what they sell
Founded in France and active globally, SOPREMA manufactures building envelope systems across roofing, waterproofing, wall, and below‑grade. Expect hundreds of SKUs across multiple lines, not a single product play. Core families include SBS and APP bituminous membranes, PVC and TPO single‑ply, liquid‑applied PMMA and PU waterproofing, air and weather barriers, XPS and PIR boards, wood‑fiber and cellulose insulation, as well as acoustic underlays and roof garden components.
EPD coverage at a glance
France shows broad coverage across insulation and membranes in the INIES database, including XPS SOPRA XPS, PIR boards under EFIGREEN and TMS, wood‑fiber PAVAWALL, cellulose lines, TPO FLAGON, and PMMA Alsan 770 with records current into 2029 and 2030 (INIES, 2025) (INIES, 2025). North America adds product‑specific EPDs for PVC single‑ply under NSF and for SBS membranes and air barriers under ASTM program operators, signaling maturity in categories that drive many roofing specs.
Where the gaps likely are
Given the portfolio sprawl, adhesives, primers, sealants, walkway and protection layers, fasteners, and some system build‑ups often have patchier EPD coverage than primary membranes and boards. Bituminous variants are numerous, so some best sellers in France may still lack an INIES‑registered record while similar systems appear documented in Belgium or Canada. Renewal timing also matters. A number of France‑published declarations show expiry windows clustered in 2025 to 2027, which can surprise specifers on EPD‑preferred projects if not tracked proactively (INIES, 2025).
What this means for winning specs
Project teams chasing carbon targets or LEED v5 points often default to products with current, product‑specific EPDs. Without one, your product can be modeled with conservative assumptions that act like a silent handicap. When a line already has the LCA data foundation, adding adjacent SKUs is usually faster than a first‑time effort. Prioritize high‑velocity SKUs in categories where competitors already publish, then extend to accessories that complete the system so nothing blocks a specification.
Competitors SOPREMA sees most
Roofing and waterproofing: Sika (Sarnafil and Sikaplan), Elevate from Holcim, Carlisle, GAF, Johns Manville, IKO, Bauder, BMI. Insulation: Kingspan, Recticel, Rockwool, URSA, Owens Corning. PVC and TPO membranes also meet Renolit or Fatra in certain markets. Many of these brands maintain program‑operator EPDs across the same divisions, which shapes shortlists.
A practical example of missed opportunity
If a popular SBS torch‑applied cap sheet in France lacks an INIES record while a Bauder or IKO alternative has one, the competitor earns an easier path on EPD‑required tenders in healthcare or education. The same logic plays in walls. An air barrier with an ASTM‑registered declaration can displace a functionally similar product that has none when owners ask for verifiable numbers.
How to move fast on coverage
Pick a recent reference year, confirm the governing PCR for your category, and focus on one manufacturing route at a time per line. Once the first declaration is validated, replicate to close cousins that share bill‑of‑materials and processes. We have seen data collection be the long pole, so tightening that step pays back with every SKU added. Choose a program operator aligned with your sales geography. INIES is decisive in France, while NSF and ASTM operators are common in the U.S. and Canada (NSF International, 2024) (ASTM Program Operator, 2024).
Numbers to watch so nothing lapses
Monitor expiry dates in your core lines and set reminders six to nine months before renewal. Stagger renewals inside a family so you are never dark across the entire SKU set at once. If PCRs update mid‑cycle, plan a light rework when you renew rather than a scramble later. INIES listings for SOPREMA show several current items reaching their next renewal between 2026 and 2027, which is tomorrow in product‑planning time (INIES, 2025).
Bottom line for commercial teams
SOPREMA’s range is an advantage if the EPD map matches the catalog. Coverage today is strong in single‑ply, liquids, and multiple insulations, with accessory layers and some membrane variants still presenting opportunity. Fill those gaps in the order your sales team feels in the field, then keep the cadence tight. The cost of an EPD is often eclipsed by a single mid‑size win, and the peace of mind beats last‑minute carbon math every single time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many distinct product families does SOPREMA likely serve and how many SKUs roughly?
They participate in several building‑envelope families, including roofing membranes, liquid‑applied waterproofing, air and weather barriers, and multiple insulation types. The active catalog likely runs in the hundreds of SKUs across thicknesses, facers, and system variants.
Do SOPREMA’s French products have many current EPDs?
Yes. INIES shows a broad set of current EPDs for insulation, liquid waterproofing, and single‑ply membranes, with several valid into 2029 and 2030 (INIES, 2025) (INIES, 2025).
Which program operators appear on SOPREMA’s North American EPDs?
NSF International and ASTM International are common for SOPREMA’s PVC single‑ply, SBS membranes, and air‑barrier products in the U.S. and Canada, respectively (NSF International, 2024) (ASTM Program Operator, 2024).
Where are the most likely EPD gaps?
Accessories like adhesives, primers, sealants, walkway layers, fasteners, and some full system build‑ups are often less documented. Some SBS variants in France may also lack INIES records even if similar items are covered in other countries.
What should teams do first to expand coverage?
Start with top‑volume SKUs in segments where competitors already publish, align on the dominant PCR, and reuse LCA models across thicknesses and facers. Set renewal reminders six to nine months ahead so active listings never lapse.
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.
