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- for structural frames - the widest range of sections, plates, and sheets, as well as purlins for secondary framing
- for long life durability - our organic coated and metallic coated product line offers superior resistance to harsh industrial conditions
- for thermal and fire insulation - cladding and roofing solutions, such as mineral wool sandwich panels Promistyl®, are offered for constructions with exposure to high temperatures
- for acoustic solutions - a combination of profiles and trays designed to solve sound and noise issues
- for heavy-duty purposes - a whole range of specific crane rails for heavy load transportation needs in industrial buildings
Whether we are assisting with small local workshops or very large industrial buildings, ArcelorMittal Europe offers a complete range of corresponding products and solutions. Our steel products will always strive to improve and to contribute to the efficiency of industrial buildings, whatever the project scale or purpose may be.
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Life Cycle Assessment of purlin systems: the influence of the low carbon high strength steels in CO2eq. emissions
17 June 2024As the construction sector hustles to decarbonise, more and more research into the Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) of building and building components is being conducted. This paper contributes to this growing body of research with a comprehensive comparison of cold formed steel (CFS) purlin roof systems using the latest LCA techniques and the latest environmental data.
Technical articleActing sustainably: CO2-reduced steel for Green Teuto Systemtechnik
13 June 2024For the construction of Green Teuto Systemtechnik's (GTS) new production hall in Ibbenbüren, Germany, ArcelorMittal Stahlhandel supplied 1400 tonnes of low emission steel beams. These beams are part of ArcelorMittal's XCarb® recycled and renewably produced offer and are made from 100% recycled scrap in an electric arc furnace powered exclusively by electricity from renewable energy sources. The project is a cooperation between GTS, ArcelorMittal, and WURST Stahlbau.
Project newsXCarb® Magnelis® helps Systemair optimise product range
15 January 2024As one of the world’s leading manufacturers of ventilation systems, Systemair is aiming to enhance the sustainability of its products and processes. To achieve this goal, the company began to look for a metallic coated steel which could reduce the carbon footprint of its products. The solution was XCarb® recycled and renewably produced Magnelis® from ArcelorMittal Europe – Flat Products.
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Life Cycle Assessment of purlin systems: the influence of the low carbon high strength steels in CO2eq. emissions
Published: 17 June 2024
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As the construction sector hustles to decarbonise, more and more research into the Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) of building and building components is being conducted. This paper contributes to this growing body of research with a comprehensive comparison of cold formed steel (CFS) purlin roof systems using the latest LCA techniques and the latest environmental data.
Abstract
Due to the decarbonisation of the energy sector, embodied carbon has been recognised as the dominant climate impact driver. In response, countries are currently accelerating their efforts to comply with climate change commitments and regulations with pressure growing for the construction sector to reduce its impact rapidly. In this paper, the life cycle assessments (LCA) of purlin roof systems, used as secondary structural elements on single-storey industrial buildings, are compared. Three structural materials are considered: metallic coated structural steel, reinforced concrete, and structural timber. In addition, different steel grades are compared to highlight the environmental benefits of using high strength steels (HSS) allowing weight-optimised design. The LCA focusses on the product stage (modules A1-A3), transport (module A4), end-of-life (module C), and the benefits and loads beyond the system boundary (module D). The life cycle inventory (LCI) is composed of construction environmental product declarations (EPD) published according to EN 15804. All the LCA evaluations are performed using the commercial software One Click LCA following the recommendations of EN 15978.
Contents
This 2023 paper is comprised of the following sections:
1. Introduction
2. Methodology
2.1. Life Cycle Assessment framework
2.2. Purpose and object of assessment
2.2.1. Prestressed prefabricated concrete purlin
2.2.2. Glued laminate (Glulam) purlin
2.2.3. Cold formed steel purlin
2.2.4. Structural material consumption
2.3. Boundaries of the LCA
2.3.1. Product stage (A1-A3)
2.3.2. Transport to the site (A4)
2.3.3. Replacement (B4)
2.3.4. End of life stage (C3-C4)
2.3.5. Benefits and loads beyond the system boundaries (D)
2.4. Life Cycle Inventory LCI
2.5. Calculation of the environmental indicators
3. Interpretation of results
3.1. Overall GWP
3.2. Life cycle stages
4. Conclusions
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Acting sustainably: CO2-reduced steel for Green Teuto Systemtechnik
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For the construction of Green Teuto Systemtechnik's (GTS) new production hall in Ibbenbüren, Germany, ArcelorMittal Stahlhandel supplied 1400 tonnes of low emission steel beams. These beams are part of ArcelorMittal's XCarb® recycled and renewably produced offer and are made from 100% recycled scrap in an electric arc furnace powered exclusively by electricity from renewable energy sources. The project is a cooperation between GTS, ArcelorMittal, and WURST Stahlbau.
Steel with 70% lower CO2 emissions
As part of its commitment to sustainability and environmental awareness, GTS - a Krone Group company and manufacturer of agricultural machinery and commercial vehicles - has made a landmark decision. GTS planned the construction of its first production site in Ibbenbüren with a strong focus on sustainable construction methods. The company is using the CO2-reduced steel, XCarb® recycled and renewably produced, which has around 70% lower CO2 emissions than conventionally produced steel. The approximately 1400 tonnes of steel will be installed by the Bersenbrück-based company WURST Stahlbau.
Jochen Roling, Managing Director of GTS, emphasises the effects of the construction project. "From structural steel to photovoltaics and heat pump technology - we have ensured the best possible energy supply for this new construction project in accordance with the KfW 40EE standard - renewable energies. As part of the Krone Group, we were able to prove here that we consistently implement sustainability and environmental awareness. We are part of a family business that has been acting responsibly for four generations. We set standards in terms of sustainable industry - starting with the construction steel."
Oliver Menrath, Managing Director of ArcelorMittal Steel Trading Germany, is also positive about the collaboration: "We are delighted to be part of this forward-looking project. We can already supply CO2-reduced steel today. This cooperation shows that environmentally friendly steel is increasingly in demand and will continue to play a key role in achieving climate targets."
Christian Wurst, Managing Director of WURST Stahlbau and President of the German Steel Construction Association (DSTV), also welcomes the GTS approach of implementing the greatest possible sustainability throughout the entire construction project: "At a time when we are always focussing on compliance with the Paris Climate Agreement in everything we do, the use of low emission steel is a clear commitment to reducing the industrial CO2 footprint."
About GTS
GTS stands for Green Teuto Systemtechnik GmbH. The Ibbenbüren-based company - operating as an independent company within the Krone Group - started producing complex welded assemblies, which are installed in agricultural machinery and commercial vehicles for example, in the summer of 2022. GTS relies on state-of-the-art, smart, and sustainable manufacturing concepts and processes.
More inofrmation: GTS website
About WURST Stahlbau
Tough steel problems solved easily. That is the maxim according to which WURST Stahlbau works, and it is a promise that the company fulfils with over 50 years of experience in steel construction and a well-coordinated team of more than 260 employees. The core business is steel construction, but the company's service portfolio also includes industrial construction, plant construction, revitalisation, project construction, and PV car park roofing. All competences are in-house: from individual project development, calculation, production, assembly, and sales of sophisticated steel constructions to complex turnkey construction - expertise that convinces. On a production area of approximately 14 600 m², the steel construction company processes about 13 000 tonnes of steel per year.
More information: WURST Stahlbau
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XCarb® Magnelis® helps Systemair optimise product range
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As one of the world’s leading manufacturers of ventilation systems, Systemair is aiming to enhance the sustainability of its products and processes. To achieve this goal, the company began to look for a metallic coated steel which could reduce the carbon footprint of its products. The solution was XCarb® recycled and renewably produced Magnelis® from ArcelorMittal Europe – Flat Products.
From Magnelis® to XCarb® Magnelis®
Magnelis® produced via the XCarb® recycled and renewably produced route has a CO2 footprint which is around 70% lower than steels produced via the conventional blast furnace route. Using XCarb® recycled and renewably produced Magnelis® will help Systemair to align with the European Union’s 2030 climate and energy framework targets.
Systemair has been using Magnelis® with an Easyfilm® coating for several years. The company’s search for a more sustainable metallic coated steel for its air handling units began at the end of 2022.
As part of their investigation, Alberto Solar (Operations Manager) and Julián Galan (Purchasing Manager) from Systemair Spain visited ArcelorMittal’s plant in Aviles. “We already knew about the excellent corrosion resistance and superior surface aspect of Magnelis®,” says Alberto Solar. “Our visit to Aviles helped convince us that XCarb® recycled and renewably produced Magnelis® was the right solution to enhance the sustainability of our products.”
Easy transition with ArcelorMittal support
Magnelis® is supplied with Easyfilm®, a thin coating which offers extra protection (including resistance to fingerprints) and improves the performance of the coated steel during forming. “XCarb® recycled and renewably produced Magnelis® will initially be used by Systemair Spain in our air handling units,” notes Alberto Solar. “Over time we will improve our general product line with the gradual introduction of these products.” Following the visit to Aviles, Systemair Spain placed their first major order for Magnelis® produced via the XCarb® recycled and renewably produced route. The order was placed through ArcelorMittal Downstream Solutions.
“The optimised stock management system employed by ArcelorMittal Downstream Solutions perfectly suits our ‘make-to-order’ factory,” explains Julián Galan. “Our ERP system accurately forecasts our demand for sheet metal well in advance. This information is transmitted directly to ArcelorMittal Downstream Solutions so they can perfectly meet our schedule.”
The partnership with ArcelorMittal Europe helped make the transition to XCarb® recycled and renewably produced Magnelis® an easy one. “The product performs exactly like Magnelis® produced via the conventional blast furnace route,” explains Alberto Solar. “Nevertheless, the Systemair team received a lot of support from ArcelorMittal. That included documentation, training, and support from ArcelorMittal’s Global R&D teams as well as the teams from ArcelorMittal Europe – Flat Products and ArcelorMittal Downstream Solutions. They make life easier for us! ArcelorMittal might be a strong player in the steel market, but it’s the people that are the most important.”
XCarb® helps meet environmental targets
ArcelorMittal’s XCarb® recycled and renewably produced steels are made in an electric arc furnace (EAF) using high levels of scrap and 100% renewable electricity. They have a CO2 footprint which is around 70% lower than steels produced via the conventional blast furnace production route. This is helping Systemair to meet its environmental targets.
“ArcelorMittal’s environmental strategy closely aligns with that of Systemair,” notes Alberto Solar. “ArcelorMittal is ahead of Systemair when it comes to decarbonisation and investments to reduce emissions. That has inspired us to discuss our environmental performance internally. Systemair has firmly decided to enhance our own environmental actions as a result. One our first initiatives is a project to develop Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for our air handling units.”
About Systemair
Systemair makes a full range of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for residential, commercial, and industrial spaces. Established in Sweden in 1974, the company now employs more than 6600 people in 51 countries around the world.
More info: www.systemair.com
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