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EPD: Pipe fittings from brass, Q&E (Brass) (Uponor)

Uponor Q&E is a unique and innovative fittings system that uses the shrinkback effect of cross-linked polyethylene PE-Xa pipes for quick and easy installation. A wide range of fittings and accessories makes Q&E a complete and secure system for cost-effective installation. Corrosion resistance makes it safe, secure, and watertight. This EPD covers Q&E fittings made from brass (60% recycled). Male and female threads are manufactured according to EN 10226-1 Application areas: - Tap water: The permanent operating temperature ranges from 0°C to 70°C at a maximum permanent operating pressure of 10 bar. The shortterm malfunction temperature is 95°C for a period of 100 hours in the operating lifetime. - Heating: The permanent operating temperature ranges up to 80°C at a maximum permanent operating pressure of 10 bar. The short-term malfunction temperature is 100°C for a period of 100 hours in the operating lifetime.

Manufacturer legal entity:
Uponor
Manufacturer:
Country of manufacturer:
germany country flaggermany, OCLEPD
Product name:
Pipe fittings from brass
Commercial names:
Q&E (Brass)
Material type:
Installations and systems
Material subtype:
Pipes (water, heating, sewage)

Environmental & technical characteristics

Global warming potential (A1-A3):
3.56 kg CO2e/kg
Available units for calculation:
kg, ton
Unique identifier (OCLID):
6613a64dbbd4641ca4402e5f

Sustainability data background information

EPD number:
HUB-1141
EPD program:
EPD Hub
Publication year:
2024
Product category rules (PCR):
EPD Hub Core PCR version 1.0, 1 Feb 2022
Environmental standard:
EN15804+A1, EN15804+A2
Verification status:
Third-party verified (as per ISO 14025)
Upstream database:
ecoinvent