At Knauf Automotive, we are constantly focused on innovation and sustainability, combining cutting-edge technologies in the production of acoustic materials with an environmentally friendly approach to recycling and raw materials. At the ID Lab Innovation Center, a space dedicated to research and development, we explore new solutions, such as expanded plastics that incorporate recycled or biomass-based raw materials. Our experts develop solutions that not only meet the highest technical and quality requirements, but also contribute to the reduction of the vehicle’s carbon footprint. The lab also focuses on optimizing production processes using modern tools such as digital simulation, 3D scanners, and 3D printing, allowing for faster implementation of new eco-friendly solutions. The ID Lab’s activities also aim to adapt the properties of the materials to the specific needs of automotive customers, taking into account energy efficiency and recyclability at the end of life. To this end, the ID Lab innovation center offers support at all stages of the design and implementation of the solution, from material selection to prototyping and final implementation on production lines. This ensures that Knauf Automotive’s customers always benefit from technologies that not only provide effective sound insulation for their vehicles, but are also aligned with environmental protection and circular economy strategies. 

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Consequently, the solutions implemented contribute to the reduction of CO2 emissions, the reduction of fossil fuel consumption and the improvement of life cycle management. In addition, we have the right digital tools to calculate the environmental impact of a product. We carry out analyses based on the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) model, in accordance with EN 15804:2012+A2:2019, and can also provide Environmental Product Declarations (EPD), which contain accurate information about a product’s carbon footprint in the production, transport, operation and disposal phases.