Solutions by
Performance
As a member of IBU, Institut für Bau und Umwelt, ArcelorMittal has decided to implement a large programme of construction product EPDs in order to demonstrate their best in class performances.
Among our large product offer, product and solution EPDs already include:
- Organic coated steels, such as the Granite® range, which have also received ECCA Premium® labelling including sustainable criteria. All Granite® products are produced heavy metal free.
- European sections range.
- Construction solutions like mineral wool sandwich panels.
- Combination of high strength steels and Magnelis® for best in class guardrail systems.
Other construction product & solution EPDs will also become available in the coming months.
Sustainable design and material selection for sustainable construction is already of major importance for designers, which is why ArcelorMittal is willing to demonstrate the key assets of its construction products.
Solutions by
ApplicationProduct sustainability
ArcelorMittal’s core values consist of “Safe Sustainable Steel”. Therefore, it is of major importance for us to provide steel products and solutions that take into account sustainability performances.
Useful information
MoreThe United Nations’ 1987 Brundtland Commission Report “Our Common Future” states the following: Well-designed ecosystem conservation contributes to the predominant goals of sustainable development in a number of ways… And thus, the sustainability development concept was born.
As a matter of fact, a sustainable product focusses on its global environmental footprint, which means balancing economic, ecological, and technical factors. Carbon emissions, recycled content, and also resource efficiency must be considered at every stage of a modern construction.
The EPD, Environmental Product Declaration, established in accordance with European standards enables the assessment and declaration of a product's environmental impact throughout its life cycle.
Establishing a construction product's life cycle means that companies must look at the entire ‘life’ of a product (known as the “cradle to grave” approach) including: raw material extraction, manufacturing, distribution, erection on site, the use phase of the building, as well as end of life, including dismantling and recycling.
This holistic approach is complex as there are many stages that need to be measured and parameters that need to be considered. It is well acknowledged that steel is one of the most sustainable materials for construction, as well as being the most effectively recycled.
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ArcelorMittal Europe to produce ’green steel’ starting in 2020
15 October 2020ArcelorMittal Europe announces details of the CO2 technology strategy that will enable it to offer its first green steel solutions to customers this year (30 000 tonnes), scale up this offering in coming years (to reach 120 000 tonnes in 2021 and 600 000 tonnes by 2022), deliver its 30% CO2 emissions target by 2030, and achieve net zero by 2050.
Corporate NewsNew in our Document library!
29 September 2020Discover what's new in Constructalia's Document library! We've added the newest brochures for ArcelorMittal's Sections and Merchant bars, HISTAR®, ACB® and Angelina® beams with large web openings, and high-rise buildings.
Website NewsIndaten®: a product of nature for ‘Proud’ sculptor
22 September 2020An impressive sculpture by Belgian artist William Roobrouck has been installed on a roundabout in the Belgian seaside town of Knokke-Heist. Known as ‘Proud,’ the sculpture features the stylised profile of a woman. “It’s based on a real person,” notes Roobrouck. “She is a woman from Macedonia and symbolises beauty, as well as the pride to be here in Knokke-Heist.”The sculpture was installed in February 2020. A formal unveiling of the installation, planned for the spring, had to be abandoned due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Product NewsArcelorMittal Tubular Products obtains EPD for Hollow structural sections
27 August 2020As a part of our green commitment, ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Europe has obtained an Environmental Product Declaration for our Hollow structural sections, certified by the Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V.
Product News1500 solar panels for Industeel supported by Magnelis®
25 August 2020Despite the challenges of COVID-19 on our daily and professional lives, some projects have continued and have even been successfully completed these past months. Since March 2020, Industeel's site in Charleroi, Belgium has been equipped with 1512 photovoltaic panels on its roof. The green electricity generated will allow Industeel to produce cost-efficient steel while reducing its CO2 footprint. The panels have been fixed on a steel structure coated with Magnelis®.
Project NewsEPDs for full range of ArcelorMittal Europe - Flat Products
11 August 2020With our two newest Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) for Hot rolled and Cold rolled steels, ArcelorMittal Europe – Flat Products is now the only flat products steel producer in the EU with a full set of EPDs for products and solutions, signalling our commitment to sustainable building.
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ArcelorMittal Europe to produce ’green steel’ starting in 2020
ArcelorMittal Europe announces details of the CO2 technology strategy that will enable it to offer its first green steel solutions to customers this year (30 000 tonnes), scale up this offering in coming years (to reach 120 000 tonnes in 2021 and 600 000 tonnes by 2022), deliver its 30% CO2 emissions target by 2030, and achieve net zero by 2050.
Click here to learn more: ArcelorMittal Europe to produce ’green steel’ starting in 2020
New in our Document library!
Discover what's new in Constructalia's Document library! We've added the newest brochures for ArcelorMittal's Sections and Merchant bars, HISTAR®, ACB® and Angelina® beams with large web openings, and high-rise buildings.
Our Document Library is filled with catalogues, technical guides, reports, and much more. All publications are about ArcelorMittal products or steel in construction.
Click here to download these new brochures and more: Document library
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Indaten®: a product of nature for ‘Proud’ sculptor
An impressive sculpture by Belgian artist William Roobrouck has been installed on a roundabout in the Belgian seaside town of Knokke-Heist. Known as ‘Proud,’ the sculpture features the stylised profile of a woman. “It’s based on a real person,” notes Roobrouck. “She is a woman from Macedonia and symbolises beauty, as well as the pride to be here in Knokke-Heist.”
The sculpture was installed in February 2020. A formal unveiling of the installation, planned for the spring, had to be abandoned due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Passionate about steel
William Roobrouck began working with steel at a very young age. “I was inspired by my grandfather. He was passionate about working with steel and being creative. I was exposed to that at a very young age and worked with him during the school holidays until I was 17.”
Now a full-time artist and sculptor, Roobrouck is inspired by nature. His creative process is very spontaneous as he explains: “I don’t sit at a table drawing plans. It begins with an idea which is usually a reaction to my thoughts, feelings, or nature. From that idea I create a digital model and then 3D print it. That gives me a visual form of the work which I use to create the life-sized version.”
Roobrouck works mainly with Indaten® weathering steel from ArcelorMittal Europe – Flat Products. “The finish of Indaten® is beautiful,” says Roobrouck. “Over time it develops an orange/brown patina which protects the steel from corrosion. It’s very organic.”
About Indaten®
Indaten® is a structural steel with excellent resistance to atmospheric corrosion, thanks to its protective and adhesive patina which evolves with time and the effects of the environment. Over time, the steel surface develops a beautiful purplish brown patina which acts as a protective armour for the steel.
William Roobrouck exhibition showcases the beauty and flexibility of Indaten®
A recent exhibition of works by William Roobrouck demonstrated the beauty and possibilities of Indaten® weathering steel from ArcelorMittal Europe – Flat Products. “Indaten® is one of my favourite materials – it’s a product of nature,” notes Roobrouck. “As well as being beautiful and strong, the steel can be formed in a lot of different ways. And it’s easy to recycle!”
The exhibition was held at the Art Center Horus in Latem (near Ghent, Belgium) in October 2019. Although the exhibition has closed, some works remain on display at the gallery. Roobrouck notes that the best time to see them is at night: “When they are lit by an orange light, you see the multi-faceted nature of the Indaten® finish. It’s warm and gives the viewer a very positive feeling.”
More info: artcenterhorus.com
Text: ArcelorMittal Europe Communications, Constructalia
Images: marijkethoen.photography & William Roobrouck
Video: Art Center Horus - Latem
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Video: installation of 'Proud' and interview with William Roobrouck (in Dutch)
The final piece of the sculpture is lifted into place
Sculptor William Roobrouck in front of 'Proud'
'Proud' dominates the flat coastal landscape
Sculptor William Roobrouck was actively involved in the installation of 'Proud'
'Proud' is formed from Indaten® weathering steel supplied by ArcelorMittal Europe – Flat Products
Over time, the patina of the Indaten® weathering steel develops to become a rich orange/brown
‘Désir Perceptible’ expresses the longing many couples have for a child
‘Proud’ on show outside the Art Center Horus
'Proud’ was installed at a roundabout on the A11 in Knokke-Heist during February 2020
ArcelorMittal Tubular Products obtains EPD for Hollow structural sections
As a part of our green commitment, ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Europe has obtained an Environmental Product Declaration for our Hollow structural sections, certified by the Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V.
Driving environmental and social sustainability
As the world’s largest steel producer, one of our top priorities is ‘driving environmental and social sustainability’. In 2019, at the Integrated Annual Review, a full section was dedicated to raising the awareness of the importance of sustainability. For this, ArcelorMittal relies on six leading pillars: health & safety, product innovation, social sustainability, customer reassurance, climate change, and the environment, with large budgets being allocated for individual measures in each of these key aspects.
What is an EPD?
An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a transparent, objective report that communicates what a product is made of and how it impacts the environment across its entire life cycle. These environmental declarations are based on ISO 14025 and EN 15804.
Why is it important?
As a global and leading manufacturer, obtaining an Environmental Product Declaration enables us to measure and control the environmental impact of the manufacturing process through different and diverse parameters such as energy, consumption, waste disposal, and use of recycled materials.
Why is it important to utilise products with an EPD?
As a customer and society in general, demanding the use of products with an EPD label means contributing to the sustainability of the industry/sector. In addition to this, it allows for comparison of the environmental impact of different products. Adding environmental friendliness to buying criteria assures a minimum impact via a responsible purchase.
Text: ArcelorMittal Europe Communications, Constructalia
Image: ArcelorMittal
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Hollow structural sections: EPD - Environmental Product Declaration
1500 solar panels for Industeel supported by Magnelis®
Despite the challenges of COVID-19 on our daily and professional lives, some projects have continued and have even been successfully completed these past months. Since March 2020, Industeel's site in Charleroi, Belgium has been equipped with 1512 photovoltaic panels on its roof. The green electricity generated will allow Industeel to produce cost-efficient steel while reducing its CO2 footprint. The panels have been fixed on a steel structure coated with Magnelis®.
A strong illustration of sustainability
With this project, ArcelorMittal reinforces its commitment to energy efficiency, renewable energy, and CO2 emissions reduction across all facilities. This project represents one more step towards sustainability and a cleaner future while reducing expense and generating positive EBITDA savings.
Throughout the 20 years of the contract life, the supplier PERPETUM will take on the full maintenance and operations of the panels and will guarantee both the performance and the output of the panels. After 20 years, the panels will belong to Industeel Belgium and will continue to produce energy. The electrical power of each panel is 320 Wp (watt-peak). This corresponds, with southern exposure, to an expected annual global electricity production of 500 MWh, which is equivalent to the energy consumption of 120 households.
Protected by Magnelis®
Industeel worked with Green4Power, who invested in the project, and entrusted the supply, assembly, and commissioning to PERPETUM. The structure supporting the 1512 solar panels was entirely built with Magnelis® - a product of ArcelorMittal Europe – Flat Products - in grade ZM310 and produced in Liège.
Magnelis® is an exceptional metallic coating with a chemical composition including zinc, 3.5% aluminium, and 3% magnesium. This unique composition allows Magnelis® to provide an unprecedented level of surface and cut-edge protection against corrosion even in the most hostile environments.
This project was successfully completed thanks to the excellent teamwork between Industeel and the European Procurement Organisation's energy efficiency projects team, who implement various energy efficiency projects including on-site solar photovoltaic projects on the roofs and land of ArcelorMittal sites.
"The renewable energy generated by these 1500 solar panels supports us in achieving ArcelorMittal's ambition to be CO2 neutral by 2050," concludes Alex Nick, CEO Industeel.
Text: ArcelorMittal Europe Communications
Images: Marc Burton, Energy Management and Optimisation, Industeel Belgium
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Solar panels for Industeel Charleroi roof with Magnelis®
Industeel Charleroi solar panels with Magnelis®
EPDs for full range of ArcelorMittal Europe - Flat Products
With our two newest Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) for Hot rolled and Cold rolled steels, ArcelorMittal Europe – Flat Products is now the only flat products steel producer in the EU with a full set of EPDs for products and solutions, signalling our commitment to sustainable building.
Vital for sustainable building certifications
EPDs are crucial for sustainable building certifications like LEED, BREEAM, DGNB, BNB, or HQE and are now being introduced into national regulations for construction. EPDs explain the optimisation potential over the lifetime of their products to manufacturers who can utilise the information to conserve resources, resulting in a low impact built environment and life cycle cost-effectiveness.
The Institut Bauen und Umwelt - IBU
An EPD details the environmental effects of building products based on a life cycle assessment. It is created by the manufacturer and then reviewed by IBU (the Institut Bauen und Umwelt e. V.) on the basis of ISO 14025 and EN 15804.
ArcelorMittal Europe is a member of IBU and, through IBU, global recognition is ensured by their ECO Platform, an organisation of national EPD programme holders in Europe that promotes the cross-border recognition and application of EPDs.
Text: Constructalia
Images: ArcelorMittal Europe, Institut Bauen und Umwelt e. V.