The Blue Angel is a voluntary product label. The eco-label has been awarded for over 40 years in Germany for environmentally friendly products and services in various categories. 
In the category "Environmentally Friendly Recycled Plastics" (DE-ZU 30a), the product to be certified must consist predominantly of plastic (at least 90 percent by weight). The plastic content in turn must contain at least 80 percent by weight of certified PCR (post-consumer recycling) material. PCR materials are secondary raw materials that have already passed through a product life cycle and can no longer be used for their intended purpose.

In addition, specific requirements due to direct soil, water and consumer contact must be met. It is required that tests prove that the migration of heavy metals into the environment is limited (according to DIN EN ISO 71-3). Likewise, it must be confirmed by tests that repeated direct body contact with the product is harmless to the consumer (according to AfPS GS 2014:01).

The strict guidelines ensure that the Blue Angel is only awarded to products that have a lower environmental impact and offer a high level of health protection compared to other products.

Guarantee of safety

The safety of children is a top priority for parents, which is why the materials used must be able to guarantee this. Due to the high quality requirements, our product Play-Tec^® PCR is particularly suitable for the construction of playgrounds:

• There is no risk of injury due to splintering or breakage of playground elements.
• The material itself poses no danger due to harmful ingredients.
  • It has been tested according to DIN EN 71-3, -9, -10, -11.
  • It also meets the requirements of the GS specification AfPS GS 2014:01 PAH (testing and evaluation of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) for the award of the GS mark.
• The product is therefore harmless to humans and the environment

Extra high durability

Since not only recycling is an important factor, but also the long-term durability of the product, Play-Tec^® PCR was specially developed for outdoor use and thus shows no embrittlement even after 10 years. It is also characterised by its low maintenance requirements, as graffiti and dirt adhere poorly and can be easily removed. Furthermore, it is homogeneously coloured panels from which scratches are almost invisible.

To ensure that the material still looks radiant and attractive after a long service life, we have subjected it to 2000 hours of xenon and QUV rapid weathering. This simulates important climate factors such as UV radiation, heat, humidity and rain in fast motion. Even after this time, the colours retain their intensity and are kind to the environment, as painting or coating is not necessary.