Sustainability
Sustainable Materials
Our Sustainable Materials services
Applus+ Laboratories offers a comprehensive suite of specialised services in Sustainable Materials, designed to help companies embrace eco-friendly practices by minimising environmental impact and enhancing operational efficiency, ensuring materials meet demanding international standards.
We are actively engaged in the research and development of new sustainable materials, collaborating with industry leaders and research institutions to continually drive innovation in eco-friendly solutions. Our Sustainable Materials services cover a vast range of specialised testing and certification solutions:
Testing services for sustainable materials
We support companies by testing the recyclability and durability of their materials with a wide range of testing services:
- Recycled Plastics Evaluation & Testing
- Recycled Aggregates Testing
- Hygrothermal Performance Testing Services for Walling Systems (ETICS/SATE)
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) Emission Testing for Healthier Environments (LEED, BREEAM, French VOC Regulations)
- Recycled Concrete Testing
- Carbon-neutral Buildings CO₂ Adsorption Testing
- Engineered Stone Testing
- Influence and Migration Testing in Drinking Water
- Composites Material Testing
- Polymer Testing
- Coating Testing
- Adhesives, Waterproof Membranes, and Grouts Testing
Certification for sustainable materials
We also provide certification for recycled plastics and aggregates to help companies adopt more sustainable practices:
- Materials Certification
- Recycled Aggregates Certification
- Recycled Plastics Content & Traceability Certification
New material solutions
We are also focused on developing and evaluating innovative new materials to further sustainability goals:
- Sustainable cement: We offer testing and certification services for sustainable alkali-activated cement to help companies reduce the CO₂ emissions of their products.
- Materials cards: Focusing on sustainable packaging design, minimising plastic use, and enabling efficient simulations with recycled plastics.
Partnering with Applus+ Laboratories for Sustainable Materials
Applus+ Laboratories empowers your business to thrive in an eco-conscious market by offering comprehensive Sustainable Materials services designed to enhance both environmental responsibility and competitive advantage.
- Eco-friendly material testing and certification: Our experts verify that your materials (raw, new, composites, polymers) comply with international sustainability standards, which significantly improves your company's credibility and market confidence with regulators, investors, and consumers.
- Process optimisation: We assist in refining your manufacturing and construction processes for energy efficiency and responsible resource utilisation, directly driving operational cost savings through better resource management and waste reduction.
- Regulatory compliance support: Leveraging our deep understanding of global regulations (like ISO 14001), we ensure your materials meet required standards, effectively mitigating compliance risks and safeguarding your operations against potential legal issues.
- Sustainability-focused solutions: Our services tackle pressing environmental challenges (deforestation, waste, resource depletion) by promoting materials that support circularity, helping you meet market demands and empower innovation to position your company as an industry leader.
Partner with Applus+ Laboratories to take a definitive step towards a greener, more efficient, and more competitive future, leveraging sustainability as a cornerstone of your business strategy.
