Since 2012, Danish acoustic panel
manufacturer Troldtekt has led the way with its sustainable practices and
leadership. An early adopter of the Cradle-to-Cradle design concept, the
company has focused on its material health, reutilisation, energy, water and
social responsibility winning recognition and numerous green awards over the
years.
The inclusion of FUTURECEM™
within its wood wool panels has further enhanced the manufacturing process,
helping Troldtekt further solidify their Cradle-to-Cradle Gold Certification.
FUTURECEM sourced from Aalborg Portland exploits the synergies between calcined
clay and limestone filler. With this process, much of the burnt clinker in the
cement can be replaced resulting in a bonding agent with a much lower carbon
footprint. The result means that now, over their product life cycle,
the carbon footprint of Troldtekt acoustic panels based on FUTURECEM are 26%
lower than that of Troldtekt based on grey cement and 38% lower than that of
Troldtekt based on white cement.
This innovation, coupled with the company’s
sole use of wood from FSC® and PEFC™ managed forests has helped
Troldtekt get one step closer to its strict environmental targets. It also
further enhances a building’s contributions towards BREEAM, WELL, LEED and
DGNB-Certifications.
Troldtekt acoustic panels are
available in a variety of different structures and colours combining superior
sound absorption with award-winning design. The Troldtekt range has a minimum
expected life cycle of 50 years coupled with excellent resistance to humidity
and tested to meet ball impact standards. The range is available in various
sizes and structures, from extreme fine to coarse. They can be supplied as
natural wood or finished in almost any RAL or NCS colour. Depending on the
panel specified, reaction to fire is classed in accordance with EN 13501 as
B-s1,d0 or A2-s1,d0 respectively.
Samples, case studies, EPD’s and technical
guidance are available from www.troldtekt.com
