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Freefoam Building Products EPD’s enable transparent product specifi cation
roofl ine products. Freefoam Building Products are delighted to announce the release of three Environmental Product Declaration’s. Summary documents of the full EPD’s are now available covering PVC Downpipes, PVC Gutter and PVC Fascia, Soffi t and Window Trim ranges, giving the trade clear, concise access to verifi ed environmental performance information for key roofl ine and rainwater products. Aidan Harte, CEO, commented “We’re
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delighted to announce the availability of these 3 EPD’s. Our teams have worked hard over the last 12 months alongside external assessors to measure, calculate and produce this information. It’s been a long process but vital as our industry works towards the transition
hree new Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) are announced for PVC rainwater systems and PVC & U-PVC
towards a net-zero future.” Three new summary documents are now
available online containing key information and high-level data designed to give clear concise information to help building product distributors, installers, housebuilders, specifi ers and contractors respond to the growing need for transparent sustainability data across the construction supply chain. Each document presents key assessment
results for 1kg of product. These summarise product cradle-to-gate carbon footprint data, along with embodied carbon footprint data for the entire lifecycle of the product. Additional information on programme operator details, standards followed and the manufacturing scope are covered in each of the summary documents. The products are manufactured in
the United Kingdom and assessed using 2024 production data, with the declarations following ISO 14025:2006 and EN 15804:2012+A2:2019/AC:2021. For Freefoam customers, the release
provides an accessible route to product-level environmental information that can support specifi cation decisions, tender responses and conversations around lower-carbon construction. The documents summarise Global Warming Potential and embodied carbon values for declared units of 1kg, helping the trade
compare product categories using consistent assessment boundaries. The summaries also set out the lifecycle modules covered, including raw materials, raw material transport to factory, manufacture, transport to site, construction, building use and maintenance, and end-of-life stages such as demolition, waste transport, recycling and disposal. Kevin Cronin, Chief Operating Offi cer
summarised: “The publication of these EPD summary documents is an important step in giving our customers practical, transparent information about the environmental performance of our products. Stockists, installers, housebuilders and specifi ers are increasingly being asked for clear product data, and these summaries make that information easy to access.” The full Environmental Product Declarations
are available through The International EPD System, with additional product information available from Freefoam Building Products.
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www.freefoam.com Altecnic release new 2026/2027 General Product Guide A
ltecnic Ltd, a leading supplier of hydronic solutions, has launched its new 2026/27 General Product Guide, introducing over
130 new products alongside an expanded heat pump section showcasing solutions designed to support the energy transition. The latest edition features several new and
updated product ranges across water quality, pressure management, heat pumps, and system protection, helping installers and specifi ers meet the demands of modern building services. One of the key additions is Altecnic’s range
of Unvented Cylinder Spare Components, including inlet control groups and safety relief valves. Designed to support the servicing and maintenance of unvented hot water systems, the inlet control groups combine pressure reducing valves, check valves, and safety relief valve functions into a single assembly. Also making its debut in the guide is the
Caleffi Series 551 Degasser. Using vacuum degassing technology, the Series 551 continuously removes dissolved gases from heating and cooling systems before they can form air pockets. By helping maintain virtually gas-free water, the unit can improve circulation, reduce corrosion, minimise noise, and support long-term system effi ciency. The guide also features the updated
iStop® High Temperature Anti-Freeze Valve range. Designed to provide passive freeze protection for heat pump installations, the latest generation of iStop® valves now off ers
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Featuring a high-performance 160 μm fi lter and front-access service, FILTERSTOP has been designed to help installers save time, space, and installation costs whilst protecting modern heating systems. Available in both digital and print formats, the
new Product Guide has been proudly produced in the United Kingdom by a certifi ed Carbon Balanced print partner under the World Land Trust Organisation. This means the production process, transport, and all materials used are fully carbon balanced. Gary Perry, Managing Director at Altecnic,
an operating temperature range of 0°C to 90°C, providing greater fl exibility across a wider range of applications whilst continuing to protect systems from freeze-related damage. Further additions include seven new models within the Series BV Buff er Vessel range. Designed specifi cally for heat pump applications, the newly added compact vessels help increase system water content, improve hydraulic stability, and support effi cient system operation. They are available in 2500 – 8000 litre capacities – making them ideal for use where space is limited. Another notable launch is the Series 5771
FILTERSTOP , an innovative 3-in-1 solution combining fi ltration, isolation, and maintenance functionality within a single compact unit.
commented: “At Altecnic, we are dedicated to innovation and customer satisfaction. Our 2026/27 General Product Guide refl ects our ongoing commitment to providing cutting- edge solutions that address the dynamic needs of our industry and support the energy transition. With the addition of over 130 new products designed to meet the needs of our customers, coupled with our industry-leading product support and knowledge-sharing resources, Altecnic continues to be the partner of choice for hydronic solutions.” To order a hard-copy version of the 2026/27 General Product Guide, please email
sales@altecnic.co.uk or contact your local Area Sales Manager. The digital guide can be accessed online at:
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