The debate is over; the construction industry must reduce carbon emissions and shrink its significant environmental impact as quickly as possible. Societies and governments globally are embracing sustainability, and construction needs to stay ahead of this curve by seizing every opportunity to minimize waste, reduce resource consumption and promote sustainable practices.
The move to more circular construction is inevitable, and it offers a valuable opportunity for construction businesses and professionals to examine and reinvigorate their operations. This exciting shift will open the door to greater innovation and smarter ways of working—a step change that forward-thinking construction organizations will use to boost business and benefit the planet.
Circularity has a bright future in construction
Circularity is vital to achieving carbon neutrality thanks to its focus on minimizing waste and maximizing resource reuse, reducing the need for energy-intensive raw material extraction and production. For construction, this means designing, manufacturing and using products and systems that prioritize durability and repairability.
Developers must also be able to explain and quantify the longevity and sustainable benefits of the products they choose in tenders. Increasingly, construction project tenders are being evaluated on their ecological impact. Criteria often include using low-carbon materials, waste reduction strategies, energy efficiency and adherence to circular economy principles. By opting for lightweight alternatives, like Wavin Tegra 600, construction professionals can minimize emissions around transportation, storage and installation on-site.
Choose a sewer system that’s better for the planet
At Wavin, we’re committed to developing construction solutions that are better for the planet, while also meeting traditional quality standards, including mechanical properties, chemical resistance and thermal stability. We’re continually expanding our portfolio with high-quality, products that deliver durability, lightness, strength and longevity to developments.
Our Wavin Tegra range of inspection chambers and manholes, combined with our extensive range of pipes and connectors, creates a sewer system that will perform effectively for a century, minimizing the need for carbon-heavy repairs and replacements. The new Wavin Tegra 600 inspection chamber is central to this system, designed with the planet in mind. Some of its key sustainability features include:
A durable inspection chamber built to stand the test of time
Wavin Tegra 600 offers quality from generation to generation, thanks to its independently proven 100-year service life. This advanced durability is a rare feature in the market, currently matched by only one other product with limited regional availability.
Durability enhanced by 1-shot production
We use an optimized 1-shot production process for Wavin Tegra 600 to minimize waste and make it as robust as possible. With fewer joints, seams or connections, this precision manufacturing approach significantly lowers the risk of leaks or failures, ensuring a more reliable sewer system that requires less maintenance over its lifecycle.
An innovative design that cuts plastic use
The base of Wavin Tegra 600 is, on average, 20% lighter than comparable products, giving higher performance at lower weight. Robust testing has proved it resists deformation of the flow profile throughout its lifetime, securing sewage flow velocity and preventing fouling.
Built to last, built for circularity
Wavin Tegra 600 is a prime example of how we’re prioritizing durable, long-lasting and lightweight options in our product development strategy, seeking to lead the manufacturing market in this direction.
“Everyone in construction has to accept that change is inevitable, meaning we must maximize our sustainability in every aspect. We believe Wavin Tegra 600 solution is an environmental breakthrough in infrastructure that will be essential to delivering carbon neutrality to urban settings everywhere.”
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