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| Location | RER |
| Geographical representativeness description | Zele, Belgium |
| Reference year | 2024 |
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| General comment on data set | Durus polypropylene macro-synthetic fibres have revolutionised concrete construction, eliminating the need for steel mesh or fibres in many applications. Durus EasyFinish offers superior performance and cost savings as well as health and safety advantages for concrete suppliers, contractors and designers alike.Scope and type: The type of this EPD is Cradle-to-Gate. All major steps from the extraction of natural resources to the factory gate are included in the environmental performance of the manufacturing phase, except those that are not relevant to the environmental performance of the product. The software SimaPro is used to perform the LCA. The background databases used are: • Ecoinvent (v3.6) . It is not determined as to how the synthetic fibers are to be processed at the end of life (after 50 years). Therefore, this module is not considered in this LCA study. As new and improved systems for the recycling of building products are developed over time, these can be determined and then applied to a future LCA study.Representativeness: This EPD is representative for products produced and sold in the EU. The synthetic fibers are produced and cut to demand at the production site of Adfil N.V.Calculation rules: "Data quality Data flows have been modeled as realistically as possible. Data quality assessment is based on the principle that the primary data used for processes occurring at the production site is selected in the first instance. Where this is not available, other reference data is selected from appropriate sources. Data collection period The dataset is representative for the production processes used in 2021. Methodology and reproducibility The process descriptions and quantities in this study are reproducible in accordance to the reference standards that have been used. The references of all sources, both primary and public sources and literature, have been documented. In addition, to facilitate the reproducibility of this LCA, a full set of data records has been generated." Cut Off In this study, all inputs and outputs - such as emissions, energy and material inputs - are included in the calculation according to the Determination Method (5). The contribution to each impact category by the capital goods is calculated to be no more than 5%. To substantiate this, the relative contribution of capital goods to the most comparable NMD process was examined: "0223-fab&Polypropylene, PP, fibers, application in concrete (based on Polypropylene, granulate {GLO}| market for | Cut-off, U + Extrusion, plastic film {GLO}| market for | Cut-off, U)." It was found that the capital goods from the extrusion process ("Packaging box factory {GLO}| market for | Cut-off, U") do not make a significant contribution to the overall environmental profile in any of the impact categories.Scenarios and additional technical information "A1. Raw materials supply All materials needed for production as well as packaging is taken into account. A2. Transport of raw materials to manufacturer The transportation of the suppliers to Adfil N.V. is done by truck. A3. Manufacturing All relevant production processes in phase A3, such as internal transport and potential production losses, have been included in this study. In the final process step, the fibers are packaged in paper bags. Finally, the bags are stacked on pallets, wrapped with PE stretch film, and covered with a protective hood to prepare the products for shipment. There are no direct emissions. Throughout the entire manufacturing process electricity, natural gas, and water are used during production. The process results in a production loss of 4.88%. For energy purposes the following reference was selected: A grey low voltage market for with 0,244 kg GWP per KWh (Electricity, low voltage {BE}| market for).Declaration of SVHC: None of the substances contained in the product are listed in the “Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern for authorisation”, or they do not exceed the threshold with the European Chemicals Agency.More information: https://adfil.com/synthetic-macro-fibres/durus-easyfinish |
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| Data set valid until | 2024 |
| Time representativeness description | valid from (Monday 01 January 2024) through (Monday 01 January 2024) |
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| Technology description including background system | Adfil Durus® EasyFinish is an innovative synthetic macro fibre designed to enhance the performance, durability, and ease of finishing in concrete applications. It provides a high-performance alternative to traditional steel reinforcement by improving crack resistance, impact strength, and overall toughness of concrete while offering superior workability and finishability. Easyfinish synthetic fibres are engineered with dimensions of 40 mm in length and a 0.7 mm equivalent diameter, featuring a density of 0.922 kg/m³. These fibres are EN 14889-2 certified, ensuring compliance with industry standards for quality and performance. The fibres are extruded from high-quality polypropylene (PP) and high-density polyethylene (HDPE) polymers, ensuring optimal strength, flexibility, and chemical resistance. These fibres are non-corrosive, lightweight, and easy to integrate into various concrete mixes, leading to significant reductions in labour and transportation costs. The product is certified with CE, ATG, and SECO certificates. The polypropylene granules and additives are gravimetrically dosed and mixed in the extrusion feed hopper. This composition is melted and blended into a homogeneous polymer mixture. After filtration and dosing, the liquid polymers are extruded through a die plate, forming the fibers. To enhance the mechanical strength of the fibers, they are drawn and hardened in multiple steps. In the next stage, the fiber surface is shaped. Subsequently, the fibers are bundled and cut to length simultaneously. Edge trimming waste is re-ground and fed back into the extruder. In the final process step, the fibers are packed into paper bags. A certain amount of production waste is generated afterward, which is not recycled within the product system boundaries but used in another production process within Adfil. Finally, the bags are stacked on pallets, wrapped with PE stretch film, and covered with a protective hood to prepare the products for shipping. |
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| Time stamp (last saved) | 2024-01-01T00:00:00 |
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| UUID | 689886bd-04f9-43fb-bc32-a8e1b8396540 |
| Data set version | 00.01.000 |
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| Registration number | 1.1.00732.2024 |
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| Copyright | Yes |
| License type | Free of charge for all users and uses |
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