Fraunhofer Institute for Building Physics IBP

Starting in August 2026, stricter requirements regarding formaldehyde emissions will apply in the EU to furniture, wood-based materials, and numerous other products. New limits will also take effect for vehicle interiors in 2027. Anyone who wishes to continue placing their products on the market in compliance with the law must understand the requirements well in advance and implement appropriate testing strategies.

According to Fraunhofer IBP, the rapid and reliable identification of asbestos fibers will be one of the key requirements for the upcoming wave of renovation projects. To save time and money on construction sites, the institute is collaborating with Fraunhofer IOSB to develop a new optical detection method and is expanding its analytical capabilities to include a hazardous materials laboratory. 

Our new whitepaper »Integrating ecodesign into product development« offers a practical, structured approach to integrating sustainability metrics directly into product development processes — helping companies deliver equal or better performance with significantly reduced environmental impact.

Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Building Physics IBP have set out to improve the work environment for production employees. They have developed an analytical concept that combines measurements of temperature, air quality, lighting and noise with workers’ subjective perceptions. As people become more comfortable, efficiency and productivity could also increase. 

Fraunhofer IBP has developed a series of interesting products that involved the entire expertise of its specialist departments. If you are interested in further solutions, please do not hesitate to contact us.