Salto publishes a verified EPD for its flagship XS4 European and Scandinavian smart locking range, highlighting its efficiency and sustainability.
Salto is pleased to announce that our flagship XS4 Original+ smart locking range has passed a 3rd party verification of the EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) for the European and Scandinavian narrow models.
This achivment marks a significant milestone in Salto’s efforts to embed sustainability and transparency into our operations and product design. Furthermore, it sets a new standard for environmental responsibility in smart access control.
An EPD is a third-party verified document that provides a transparent, detailed account of a product’s environmental impact throughout its lifecycle – from material extraction and manufacturing to end-of-life disposal. EPDs offer a credible, standardised means for both companies and consumers to evaluate a product’s environmental impact.
For architects, designers, developers, and other built environment professionals, an EPD offers critical insights that inform sustainable decision-making. It also ensures compliance with green building standards as well as eco-friendly construction practices. By quantifying a product’s environmental footprint, EPDs empower decision-makers to prioritise sustainable architecture.
In today’s construction and real estate sectors, decision-makers face a reality where buildings account for a significant share of global energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. EPDs have gained considerable importance as a result, becoming invaluable tools that help professionals select materials and solutions that support resource-efficient and low-impact building projects.
A sustainable and versatile design
The XS4 Original+ series combines advanced smart locking technology with a sleek, modern design. So, these smart locks are are ideal for diverse applications across residential, commercial, hospitality, education, healthcare, and workspace industries. Key features of the XS4 Original+ product line include:
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Adaptability: Easy to install and retrofit on existing doors, and compatible with various door types and mortise locks.
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Wireless connectivity: Structured, wire-free systems that enhance coverage and provide seamless, keyless access.
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Aesthetics: Available in a variety of finishes, from classic brushed nickel to contemporary matte black, to suit any architectural style.
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Digital and Mobile Credentials: Meet users, staff and visitor security needs across the building with a keyless experience. by enabling flexible access credentials, including, mobile, NFC and RFID cards, and Wallet keys managing secure access to users into the right buildings, sites and spaces
The innovative range not only enhances security and user convenience, but also reflects Salto’s commitment to minimising environmental impact through thoughtful design and manufacturing practices.
Sustainability in action at Salto
Achieving the EPD for the XS4 Original+ is part of Salto’s broader environmental strategy, which focuses on reducing our carbon footprint across all operations. Key initiatives include:
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Designing Sustainable Products: Products are crafted with durability and recyclability in mind, ensuring longevity and reducing waste.
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Eco-friendly packaging: Materials are 98% recycled and FSC-certified. We are shifting to low-carbon shipping methods.
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Green manufacturing: Salto facilities are ISO 14001 certified and prioritise 100% renewable energy and energy-efficient production processes.
These efforts align with Salto’s 2023-2030 Climate Change Policy, which targets net-zero emissions across all global operations by 2040.
The XS4 Original+ series’ EPD verification highlights Salto’s commitment to combining technological innovation with environmental responsibility. By leveraging solutions in the Salto XS4 Original+ product line, decision-makers can reduce their projects' environmental footprint while delivering world-class security.
For more information about the XS4 Original+ range and our sustainability initiatives, visit Salto