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What Makes Intercell Sustainable
Intercell is built with the full product lifecycle in mind: from raw material to recycling. This is reflected in the material, the production, and the lifespan of the system itself.
Less steel per square metre
With traditional subfloor systems, a considerably thicker layer of material is used compared to Intercell. The steel floor panel from Intercell is only 2 mm thick, supported by 64 floor supports per square metre. Less material per square metre means lower raw material consumption, without compromising load-bearing capacity: the system achieves class 4B in accordance with EN12825.
Minimum 25% recycled steel (LEED-approved)
Steel base components 100% recyclable, even after years of use
Floor supports manufactured using green energy
Rubber coating made from post-consumer recycled rubber granulate (truck tyres)
No post-installation adjustment or settlement correction required, eliminating material waste after installation
Longer service life without additional maintenance
Durability is not only determined by the material itself, but also by how long a system remains operational without supplementary maintenance. Once installed, Intercell requires no readjustment or subsidence correction. This prevents unnecessary material consumption and remedial work later in the building’s service life.
Cool Steel: climate-neutral cable floor
In addition to the standard sustainability features, Cool Steel is a service that allows Intercell to be procured as a climate-neutral product. The CO₂ emissions across the full lifecycle of the product — from raw material extraction through production, transport, use and maintenance to recycling — are offset.
The generated offsets are invested in energy-saving and renewable energy projects. Cool Steel is a supplementary, optional service; clients who do not opt in will simply receive no invoice or certificate for this offset, and the base product remains unchanged.
CO₂ emissions per m² (38 mm pedestal)
| Component | kg CO₂-eq/m² |
|---|---|
| Steel panels | 34.58 |
| Pedestal (small) | 7.05 |
| Adhesive | 1.41 |
| Transport | 1.19 |
| Manufacturing process | 0.32 |
| Other | 0.79 |
| Total | 45.34 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of recycled steel does Intercell contain?
A minimum of 25%, LEED-approved.
Are Intercell components recyclable at end of life?
Yes, the steel base elements are 100% recyclable, even after years of use.
How is Intercell material manufactured?
The floor supports are produced using green energy, and the rubber coating is made from post-consumer recycled rubber granulate.
Is readjustment required after installation?
No, once installed, Intercell requires no readjustment or settlement correction.
Can Intercell be supplied as a climate-neutral product?
Yes, through Cool Steel, the CO₂ emissions across the full product life cycle can be offset.
Interested in Intercell?
Contact us for personalised advice on the possibilities of Intercell in your premises.