Since July 2025, a new limit for the climate impact of building materials has been in force in Denmark. No more than 6.7 kilograms of CO2 per square metre may be generated for a single-family home. In...
What is the potential CO2 saving if, for example, the entire Danish brick industry manufactures narrower bricks or converts its energy consumption from production to clean electricity from wind...
The housing construction sector appears to be gaining momentum again in the longer term, as indicated by the trend of rising permit figures for residential construction projects. At the same time,...
The Freital Eder brickworks ceased brick production at the turn of 2025/2026. According to a statement on the company‘s website in November 2025, production will not continue in 2026. This decision is...
Ways to achieve ‘climate-neutral brick production’ were presented at the seminar held by the Institute for Brick Research Essen e. V. (IZF) on 9 and 10 September 2025. As in previous years, the...
A success story continues: the renowned prize for brick architecture is entering its seventh round. Once again, the focus is on outstanding projects that make sustainable use of the architectural...
After years of strong headwinds, it is safe to say that the industry is returning to calmer waters. Following three years of ongoing crisis in residential construction, 2026 is showing signs of a...
Mantec Technical Ceramics has secured what is its second largest order ever for Ultralite™, with these products being destined for use in kilns operating in the heavy clay sector. This contract is a...
According to a statement issued in November 2025, KELLER HCW, based in Ibbenbüren-Laggenbeck and a supplier of plants and machinery for the heavy clay industry, was pursuing a plan to implement the...
Vandersanden is taking a groundbreaking step in sustainable brick production with its renovated production site in Beek, which has been largely refurbished with a new press, unique drying facility,...
