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Classen publishes its 2025 sustainability report
Classen published its 2025 sustainability report, bringing together its work on resource use, manufacturing and returning products to the material cycle.
Quick-Step presents PERSPECTIVE WOOD and CASTLE ULTRA at MosBuild 2026
Quick-Step presented regional flooring developments including PERSPECTIVE WOOD and CASTLE ULTRA at MosBuild 2026. The display brought together new surface textures and patterned-flooring solutions.
Kaindl and partners plant 30,000 trees near Henndorf
Kaindl apprentices and students from Holztechnikum Kuchl took part in a reforestation initiative near Henndorf. Organised with the Kronospan Foundation and Österreichische Bundesforste, the initiative involved planting 30,000 trees.
Classen reports lower production costs for polypropylene flooring
Classen announced improved production economics for polypropylene-based flooring. According to the company, its updated approach makes PVC-free solutions competitive with conventional PVC flooring in manufacturing costs.
Kaindl introduces FLOORganic XPT and Pressed Bevel designs
Kaindl highlighted FLOORganic XPT and Pressed Bevel designs in its 2025 collection. The developments combine water-resistance solutions with more pronounced plank-edge detailing.
CERAMIN achieves Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver
Classen reported Cradle to Cradle Certified Full Scope Silver certification for CERAMIN. The Version 4 assessment covers material health, circularity and other sustainability criteria relating to production.
Quick-Step introduces IMPRESSIVE DESIGN herringbone laminate
Quick-Step introduced IMPRESSIVE DESIGN in six wood designs. Its Unizip joint allows herringbone installation using one board type.
Classen and HAWO launch a CERAMIN take-back pilot
Classen and HAWO launched a pilot scheme to take back CERAMIN offcuts and surplus material. The initiative tests practical options for returning these materials to recycling.
Kaindl supports forest restoration in Postalm
Kaindl announced a reforestation initiative with partners in Postalm. Planned for 6 May, the activity involved planting more than 2,000 trees across approximately 1.5 hectares of storm-damaged forest.
Unilin commissions a new press for Quick-Step laminate
Unilin commissioned a EUR 30 million laminate press in Wielsbeke. The investment, which also covers Quick-Step products, expands production capabilities and large-format flooring manufacture.
Recycled content in ALPHA VINYL receives certification
Quick-Step reported SCS certification of the recycled content in ALPHA VINYL. The stated minimum is 22% for the main product group, with 21% stated separately for BLOS Base and ORO Base.
Classen and i4F expand polypropylene-flooring patent cooperation
Classen and i4F expanded their patent cooperation on polypropylene-based flooring. The agreement supports the use of alternatives to PVC and compatible joint technologies in the industry.
CREMONA and AQUApro Wood join Kaindl's 2024 collection
Kaindl expanded its 2024 flooring collection with designs including CREMONA. The launch also featured Finest AQUApro Wood with natural wood veneer and updated decorative options.
Kaindl presents an updated energy-plant plan
Kaindl presented an updated plan for its Salzburg biomass energy plant. Environmental impact assessment documents for the approximately EUR 200 million project were made available to the public.
Quick-Step introduces water-resistant CALA and AMATO parquet
Quick-Step introduced CALA and AMATO, expanding its parquet range with natural wood surfaces and water-protection features.
CERAMIN receives a German Design Award 2025
Classen announced that CERAMIN had received a German Design Award 2025. Announced in 2024, the result recognised the product's design and material approach.
Unilin invests EUR 20 million in MDF and HDF recycling
Unilin announced a EUR 20 million investment in an MDF and HDF recycling facility in Bazeilles, France. The project aims to increase the reuse of wood fibres, including those recovered from HDF-based Quick-Step laminate.
Classen opens a new showroom in Kaisersesch
Classen opened a new showroom of more than 700 square metres in Kaisersesch. Modular displays and interactive tools present its floor and wall coverings.
Quick-Step introduces four VINYL FLEX collections
Quick-Step expanded VINYL FLEX with FUSE, LIV, PRISTINE and BLUSH, adding wood- and mineral-effect surfaces to the range.
Classen publishes an EPD for CERAMIN
Classen published an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for CERAMIN floor and wall coverings. It provides life-cycle environmental data for use in building-project assessments.
Kaindl expands its 2023 collection with MILANO and new flooring designs
Kaindl introduced the MILANO design, inspired by oak mosaic flooring, in its 2023 collection. The updated range also included FLOORganic designs and SolidFlex vinyl floors.
Kaindl installs a 4.4 MWp solar-power system
Kaindl installed a 4.4 MWp rooftop photovoltaic system in 2023, increasing the use of solar power within its production infrastructure.
Quick-Step ALPHA VINYL CIRO wins a Flooring Innovation Award
Quick-Step ALPHA VINYL CIRO received a gold award in the Smooths category of the Flooring Innovation Awards 2023.
Classen announces PVC-free CERAMIN Flex flooring
Classen announced CERAMIN Flex, a glue-down floor for professional projects. The company planned to launch its first PVC-free dryback product by the end of 2023.
Kaindl opens a new board warehouse in Salzburg
Kaindl opened a new raw-board warehouse at its Salzburg production site. With a capacity of approximately 30,000 cubic metres, it expanded the facility's storage capabilities.
Quick-Step updates ALPHA VINYL with BLOOM and CIRO
Quick-Step updated ALPHA VINYL with BLOOM and CIRO. The launch highlighted integrated underlay and CIRO's Unizip system for laying herringbone with one board type.
Classen starts using solar power at Kaisersesch
Classen commissioned a photovoltaic system at its Kaisersesch site. Approximately 7,000 panels contribute to the electricity supply for CERAMIN production.
Classen announces UBERWOOD and MANOR for BAU 2023
Ahead of BAU 2023, Classen announced UBERWOOD and MANOR flooring developments. The programme included enhanced performance features and a solution for creating herringbone patterns with one board type.
Quick-Step introduces water-resistant CASCADA parquet
Quick-Step introduced CASCADA parquet, combining a natural wood surface with water protection through surface and edge treatments.
Classen AquaProtect is licensed through i4F
i4F added Classen's AquaProtect impregnation technology to its licensing portfolio. The technology is intended to protect the edges of laminate's HDF core and reduce water-induced swelling.
Kaindl announces a new biomass energy plant project
Kaindl announced a biomass plant project in Salzburg to generate electricity and heat. The initial investment estimate was approximately EUR 175 million, with implementation subject to permitting.
Quick-Step introduces stone-effect MUSE laminate
Quick-Step introduced the MUSE laminate collection, combining stone-like relief, tonal variation and tile-edge detailing.
Quick-Step expands the ILLUME vinyl collection
Quick-Step presented ILLUME in Click+ and Glue+ formats. The tile-format vinyl range highlights tactile surface textures and options for different installation needs.
CERAMIN wins a sustainability award in Las Vegas
Classen's CERAMIN flooring received the Best of Sustainability / Disruption 2022 award at TISE. The judges recognised the material as an alternative flooring solution.
Kaindl introduces FLOORganic with integrated sound insulation
Kaindl launched FLOORganic flooring, combining wood-effect designs with integrated impact-sound insulation.
Kaindl switches its freight shuttle to hydropower
Kaindl optimised transport between its facilities and switched the electricity supply for its rail shuttle to hydropower, changing the energy source used in this part of its logistics.
Classen's Baruth laminate plant celebrates 20 years
Classen's Baruth site celebrated 20 years of operation. During that period, it developed into a major complex combining HDF board and laminate production at one location.
Unilin develops technology to recycle laminate's HDF core
Unilin, the group behind Quick-Step, announced technology for recycling MDF and HDF boards. The process allows wood fibres from laminate's HDF core to be recovered for new products.
Classen develops MEGALOC AQUA PROTECT
Classen developed MEGALOC AQUA PROTECT to improve laminate water resistance. Dated to 2020 in the manufacturer's history, the technology focuses on protecting board joints.
Kaindl opens an automated warehouse in Lungötz
Kaindl commissioned an automated high-bay warehouse at Lungötz. The Level Shuttle system was integrated into the storage and handling of laminate flooring and kitchen worktops.
Kaindl switches to energy-saving LED lighting
Kaindl upgraded lighting to energy-saving LED systems in 2020, describing the project as part of its efforts to reduce resource use in production infrastructure.
Quick-Step introduces ALPHA VINYL flooring
Quick-Step introduced rigid-core ALPHA VINYL, combining vinyl design options with a strong core and water-resistant joint technology.
Quick-Step NatureTEK expands in Canada with LEUCO and SANGO
TORLYS added LEUCO and SANGO to Canada's Quick-Step NatureTEK programme. The ten designs included integrated underlay in LEUCO and NatureTEK Plus construction in SANGO.
Kaindl introduces water-resistant AQUA PRO flooring
Kaindl introduced water-resistant wood and laminate flooring under the AQUA PRO name, combining wood designs with additional protection against everyday moisture.
Kaindl modernises its Salzburg laboratory
Kaindl upgraded measurement equipment and methods at its Salzburg laboratory, strengthening the infrastructure used to test products and production processes.
Quick-Step expands patterned laminate with IMPRESSIVE PATTERNS
Quick-Step added IMPRESSIVE PATTERNS to its laminate range. The collection combines decorative floor compositions with water-resistant surface features.
Quick-Step refines wood textures in its SIGNATURE collection
Quick-Step introduced SIGNATURE laminate in 18 designs, refining surface textures and board-edge details to enhance the natural wood appearance.
Classen introduces a PST surface for NEO prime and SONO pro
Classen introduced a new finish using Pentatec Surface Technology for NEO prime and SONO pro. The matt, soft-touch surface was presented alongside updated wood and stone designs.
Classen extends environmental certification across its polymer-based range
Classen reported in 2018 that its entire polymer-based product range was covered by the Blue Angel label. Its history records this as an expansion beyond certification of individual CERAMIN products.
Classen presents EVO Silent Flooring with natural cork insulation
Classen expanded its wood-based design-flooring range with EVO Silent Flooring. The 8.5 mm product with natural cork insulation was introduced in five wood and three stone designs.
Quick-Step introduces NatureTEK in the United States
Quick-Step began presenting its US laminate range under the NatureTEK programme. NatureTEK Plus combined Uniclic, GenuEdge and HydroSeal in a water-resistant laminate construction.
Classen introduces the NOOX skirting system
Classen demonstrated the NOOX skirting system at DOMOTEX 2018. Symmetrical components and preformed 45-degree ends were designed to simplify corner joints.
Kaindl presents a new flooring collection at DOMOTEX 2018
Kaindl presented an updated flooring collection of more than 150 products at DOMOTEX. The display included ClassicTouch, NaturalTouch, EasyTouch, VeneerParquet and SolidPro.
Kaindl introduces EVOKE oak designs
Kaindl expanded its oak-effect flooring designs with the EVOKE series, combining expressive grain with a variety of colour tones.
Kaindl switches its Lungötz plant to LNG
Kaindl switched its Lungötz site to liquefied natural gas in 2017, recording the change as part of its manufacturing infrastructure upgrades.
Classen announces an updated Visiogrande collection
Classen announced an expanded Visiogrande laminate collection for DOMOTEX. The range comprised 38 stone, concrete and patterned ceramic designs across the Autentico, Puro and Ornamento lines.
Quick-Step announces INTENSO parquet for Batibouw 2018
Quick-Step announced the INTENSO parquet collection ahead of Batibouw 2018. The wood-floor design reinterprets traditional parquet patterns for contemporary interiors.
Classen presents NEO prime and CERAMIN Vario
Classen presented NEO prime design floors and CERAMIN Vario wall and floor panels at BAU and DOMOTEX. The collections combine designs inspired by historic wood and stone surfaces with contemporary materials.
Quick-Step PULSE and MAJESTIC selected for Innovations@DOMOTEX
Quick-Step PULSE vinyl and MAJESTIC laminate were selected for Innovations@DOMOTEX 2017, for display in the Hanover exhibition's dedicated innovation areas.
Classen CERAMIN floors receive the Blue Angel label
Classen's CERAMIN-based design floors received the Blue Angel environmental label. These PVC-free flooring solutions use mineral components and polymers.
Quick-Step announces large-format MAJESTIC laminate
Quick-Step announced the launch of MAJESTIC for September 2016. Large-format boards, wood textures and water-resistance features were presented as key characteristics of the laminate collection.
FloorEx successfully completes another project
Flooring supply and installation for the Formula 1 European Grand Prix project.
