Sustainability
The coil coating process which is used to produce prepainted metal is continually evolving to produce better products, higher quality, faster and with lower environmental impact.
since 2008, we have reduced our fossil fuel-based CO2 emissions.*
energy consumption reduction since 2008
industrial and commercial buildings in Europe use prepainted metal annually.
Over 100 different colors and finishes.
Our market is now 3x the size it was in 1992.* ECCA Statistics
Our Sustainability statement
ECCA members:
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Environment impact
Recognise that they have a responsibility to their employees, shareholders, customers and local community to control and minimise the impact of their business activity on the environment.
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Respect legislations in all countries
Meet the requirements of all relevant legislation in all countries and regions in which they operate.
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Have an open dialogue
Have an open dialogue with all stakeholders on environmental issues.
ECCA will:
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Cooperate
Cooperate with regulatory authorities at the European level in the development of sustainable best practice, legislation and related topics.
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Communicate with its members
Communicate with its members on a regular basis with regard to proposed and new legislation and documentation from government and regulatory authorities.
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Help its members understand the principles of sustainability
Help its members understand the principles of sustainability and the environmental effects of their products and processes, by circulating appropriate information and promoting best practices.
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Encourage its members to adopt recognized best practice
Encourage its members to adopt recognized best practice in the management of environmental and health & safety issues.
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Monitor progress of the coil coating industry
Monitor progress of the coil coating industry against a series of sustainability-related Key Performance Indicators for benchmarking and communication purposes.
Life Cycle Analysis
To better understand the environmental profile of products manufactured by its member companies, and in particular, to compare the environmental impacts associated with coil coated (pre-painted) sheet metal in comparison to post-painted sheet metal, ECCA commissioned Anthesis Consulting Group to conduct 2 LCA studies: one for domestic appliances (for steel), the other for the construction industry (for aluminium).
The goal of these studies was to generate environmental profiles of pre- and post-painted sheet metal to better understand the associated lifecycle environmental impacts of each in comparison to one another. Both studies have been critically reviewed by a panel of experts.
Life Cycle Assessment - Steel for Domestic Appliances - Prepainted versus Post-painted
Life Cycle Assessment - Aluminium for Construction - Prepainted versus Post-painted
Sustainability benefits
label ecca premium®
Join the ECCA Premium® Label to elevate your products with a recognized mark of excellence in the prepainted metal industry. This certification highlights your commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation, giving your brand a competitive edge. Become part of a network of industry leaders and showcase your products as meeting the highest standards.
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