From sustainability philosophy to concrete steps
Sustainability means more to us than environmental protection: we handle resources responsibly, invest in the long-term retention of our employees, and pursue balanced growth.
Dimensions of sustainability
Sustainability at Salamander is about more than just recycling. The design stage alone determines how well a window can later be disassembled and taken apart. In materials research, we look for new ways to reduce the CO2 footprint of our materials. The same applies to production, where we have focused on expanding our power generation and battery storage capacity.
DNA of sustainable business decisions
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PVC – powerful and versatile
* Data basis wood/aluminium: market cross-section from EPDs of various manufacturers. PVC: manufacturer's own data.
Durability
Requires little maintenance.
Stability
Permanently stable thanks to corner joints.
Recyclability
Recyclable up to 7 times;
up to 50% recyclate;
Greta®Fenster: 100% recyclate.
Energy-efficient processing
Processed at approx. 200°C.
Thermal insulation value (Uf)
0.8
Durability
Weather-resistant, corrosion-free; high energy input during production.
Stability
Welded joints tend to fatigue.
Recyclability
Surface treatment → pollutants during recycling.
Energy-efficient processing
Processed at 600–660°C.
Thermal insulation value (Uf)
6.1
(Insulation value for aluminium results from the PVC core)
Durability
Requires regular painting.
Stability
Welded joints tend to fatigue.
Recyclability
Impregnated wood cannot be recycled.
Energy-efficient processing
Shaped without heating – drying requires several days of energy.
Thermal insulation value (Uf)
1.2 - 1.5
* Data basis wood/aluminium: market cross-section from EPDs of various manufacturers. PVC: manufacturer's own data.
The paths to sustainability at Salamander
Compared to wood and aluminium, PVC is significantly easier to recycle.
From production to recycling, PVC goes through a cycle: it can be reprocessed with low energy input and thus repeatedly formed into new profiles.
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From old window to new profile
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Award: CO₂ savings thanks to recycling
For the purchase of regranulate at the main site in Türkheim, Salamander was recognised by Dekura.
CO2 SAVINGS THROUGH RECYCLATE
up to 87%
RECOGNISED BY
Dekura
LOCATION
Türkheim & Włocławek
Founding member of window recycling alternatives
Founding member of Rewindo, active member of EPPA and VinylPlus — Salamander is committed to window recycling and sustainable PVC industry standards.
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