All GaBi ts datasets included in the GaBi Databases 2018 Edition have been fully refreshed with the most current, consistent energy data and the latest available technological information, giving you the peace of mind that you continue to work with the best data available on the market. The content has been enriched with nearly 1,000 new data sets bringing the total to almost 12,000 datasets, developed from an underlying database of several times as many unit process datasets – by far the largest LCI data industry coverage worldwide. And, already since the 2017 Edition, regionalized water and land use data are included throughout the GaBi databases and can be used with your own regional water consumption information. Compliance and standardization concerning ISO 14040 /14044 / 14025, EN 15804, ILCD, PEF/OEF has been further advanced, and the dataset-internal documentation is more detailed than in previous versions. Continue reading to learn more about these and other improvements in this year’s content upgrade.
Fully refreshed database content
Nearly 1,000 new LCI datasets have been added, including:
Professional database: 34 new plans, 189 new processes - World region transport mix plans, Euro 6 passenger cars, updated fuel economy US trucks, wood products, …
Extension database II, Energy: 152 new processes - Country-specific thermal energy and steam, ...
Extension database IX, End of Life: 413 new processes -Material and country-specific waste-to-energy incineration data sets
Extension database XIV, Construction materials: 45 new processes - EPDs from various companies with a focus on paints, heat pumps, …
Extension database XVII, full US: 156 new processes - Steelframe roof and wall insulations, roofing systems, rubber sheet flooring and wall base, aluminium frame, curtain wall, cement, gravel, limestone, laticrete, on site combustion, EPDM and TPO based membranes, concrete masonry, regional waste-water-treatment plants, …
Jointly 1 new plan and 14 new processes were added to the extension databases XX, Food&Feed, XXI India, XI Electronics, Ib Inorganics.
Standards/compliance support (Examples)
LCIA Update
Gain peace of mind and ensure you’re maintaining a competitive edge and know that secure in the knowledge you are working with the most up to date and comprehensively documented product sustainability data in the world.
Base your decisions on the latest and most relevant LCIA data on the market.
The significant additions by close to 1000 new datasets means you are even more likely to find the right data for your specific needs. You can also be sure this is the most accurate and up to date information of its kind.
PEF/OEF support - Keep your projects on track by receiving the most up to date changes to this evolving EU policy development.
Quickly and easily produce EPDs and whole building LCAs that conform to EN15804. This reduces time and helps to maintain your competitive advantage.
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In February 2018 all our customers with an annual maintenance contract or subscription license service will receive an automatic upgrade of their software and databases.
Note: After that date, if you don’t receive a message that a new version is available, or when you check your GaBi software under “Help/Check for updates on thinkstep” - please contact your local GaBi sales representative. Your license to receive upgrades may have expired.
What’s new in GaBi Database 2018 Edition: >> click here to view/download
List of datasets in GaBi Database 2018 Edition: >> click here to view/download
GaBi database upgrade guide: click here to view/download
GaBi Database Upgrade 2018 - Details and Reasons for Changes: >> click here to view/download
Change log GaBi Service Packs: click here to view/download
If you have any urgent questions regarding your GaBi upgrade, please don’t hesitate to contact your local GaBi sales representative.
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