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Europe's construction sector is gradually recovering - thanks to stable prices, better financing and subsidies. New construction will be the most important driver of development in the future. In Germany, however, this will not become a reality until 2027 at the earliest.
The key points published by the German government on the Building Modernization Act open up opportunities for satisfying the debate, but also raise questions about practical implementation.
As an important service, VDMA Armaturen offers member companies regular updates on key industry facts relating to the building and industrial valves industry.
Europe is facing major housing policy challenges: rising construction and financing costs, high energy prices and a shortage of housing are putting a strain on many households. The EU Affordable Housing Plan aims to secure affordable housing in the long term.
The key points for the Building Energy Act and the implementation of the European Buildings Directive are expected by the end of January. The VDMA Building Technology Forum is calling for reliable framework conditions and further development that is open to all technologies.
Leading valve associations from Europe, the US, and Japan are committed to closer cooperation in order to jointly master future challenges facing the valve industry.
The trade association continuously reports on new standards or draft standards that may be of importance to valve manufacturers.
Predictability, legal certainty, and a strong voice for the industry: VDMA Valves provides concrete assistance and position papers and maintains close contact with politicians, authorities, and European partner associations.
Monthly tracking of the market development of valve-relevant raw materials with a focus on non-ferrous metals
At the VDMA TechTalk in Berlin, politicians, industry and associations discussed how building technology and reliable framework conditions can jointly pave the way to climate-neutral buildings. Practical examples showed that the technology is ready.
The reform of the GEG is currently the subject of intense debate. A new publication from the VDMA Building Technology Forum shows that the GEG amendment can meaningfully combine energy efficiency, comfort, health and resilience in building operation.
The EU's Digital Product Passport promotes sustainability, transparency, and digitization in product policy. Manufacturers of building valves and sanitary products must also adapt to new regulatory requirements.
The EU Product Safety Regulation has been in force since the end of 2024 and also brings changes for manufacturers of sanitary products. New information from the VDMA clarifies who is affected.
The EU has launched a consultation process on the proposed restriction of Chromiumtrioxide. VDMA Valves has drawn up guidelines for members from the sanitary sector
The VDMA Building Technology Forum warns against rushed GEG changes. Instead of hasty decisions, clear, reliable, and practical rules are needed to preserve proven standards and develop them sustainably - turning reform into an industry opportunity.
The EU's plans to restrict chromium trioxide pose major challenges, particularly for the sanitary sector. Against this backdrop, the CEIR association and VDMA Valves have jointly commissioned a white paper.
The 5th meeting of the VDMA Valves PCR project took place recently - this time at VDMA member company KSB in Frankenthal. Thanks to the assembled experts, great progress was made.
The building valves industry saw only modest growth in the first half of 2025. Neither the government change nor the “construction turbo” spurred lasting recovery. For 2025, VDMA forecasts just 3 percent revenue growth.
After an already weak previous month, sales for building fittings manufacturers continued to fall in December. Foreign business in particular fell sharply.
The industry's key figures at a glance.
The building technology sector offers key solutions for the energy transition – yet it shrank by 4 percent in 2024. The issue isn’t a lack of innovative technology, but rather a lack of political reliability in increasingly uncertain timeson
Monthly tracking of the market development of raw materials relevant to valves with a focus on steel and cast iron.
Federal Environment Agency updates FAQ document I new answer brings advantages
Market information forms the basis for many business decisions. With directly collected data and a wealth of secondary information, the Valves Association offers comprehensive know-how on industry and market developments.
The new EU packaging regulation is part of the Green Deal and came into force on February 11, 2025. From August 12, 2026, most of the regulations will be binding in all EU member states. This also puts pressure on the valves industry.
For years, the VDMA has ensured that the German sanitary industry has an ideal stage at Kitchen & Bath China. In 2025, the German Pavilion was once again the focal point for German brand manufacturers - even with a diplomatic visit.
• EU strategy puts water in the political spotlight • Building sector considered as a key field of action • Sanitary and installation technology as a technology path for water and energy efficiency in buildings
-VDMA: Extending the deadline for implementing the European Buildings Directive would send the wrong signal -EPBD is a guarantee for energy efficiency, drinking water and indoor air quality - Building services industry needs planning security
• Majority of companies rate current business situation as “satisfactory” • 72 percent of members expect sales growth in 2025 • Neoperl joins VDMA Sanitary Technology and Design
• ISH keeps position as a world’s leading trade fair • 6.2 percent more visitors compared to 2023 • Sanitary industry commits to the trade fair format
Dallmer stands for innovative sanitary technology that makes drainage in the home and on the property more effective, safer and more convenient. We ask Managing Director Yvonne Dallmer which industry trends will be the focus of ISH 2025.
Franz Joseph Schütte GmbH produces fittings, showers and sanitary products under the umbrella of the SCHÜTTE GROUP. Innovative technologies will take center stage at the ISH. Managing Director Björn Schütte reveals which new products will be presented.
For more than 150 years, Geberit has been committed to a sanitary industry that takes a holistic view of the life cycle of its products. How does Geberit present its innovations at the ISH? We ask Managing Director Cyril Stutz.
Metals in contact with drinking water I Four new materials planned for positive list
Under the motto "Life full of energy", the Central Hessian company Roth develops and sells energy and sanitary systems worldwide. Managing Director Dr. Anne-Kathrin Roth explains what role the ISH plays for the company.
SYR stands for solutions in water management and heating protection and combines fittings and applications for added value in the HVAC industry. What trends are the focus of ISH 2025? We ask SYR Managing Director Elisa Sasserath-Kentsch.
On behalf of the VDMA Germany Trade and Invest (gtai) publishes reports on the construction industry of selected markets.
With the impending ban on around 10,000 PFAS industrial chemicals in one fell swoop, the EU is overshooting the mark by a long way. Indispensable components such as seals would be affected - and consequently many products for people's everyday lives. The VDMA is calling for exemptions for PFAS substances that are in machinery and do not come into contact with the environment.
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The Standardization Committee for Valves (NAA) is the central platform in the German Institute for Standardization (DIN) for the standardization of industrial and building valves.
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