Nyxé combines sustainability with style
Swisspacer has launched Ultimate Nyxé, a new variant of its premium spacer bar Swisspacer Ultimate that features a striking, all-black design while incorporating 33% recycled content.
“With Swisspacer Ultimate Nyxé, we demonstrate how functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability can be combined in a single component,” said Matthias Bach, CEO. “At the same time, this new product joins the portfolio of Saint-Gobain’s sustainable solutions, such as Oraé glass.
“Looking ahead, we will develop a joint Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for Swisspacer Ultimate Nyxé together with Oraé, making all relevant data even more accessible for architects and planners.”
“The growing demand for more sustainable products is a clear driver of innovation for us,” explained Marie Guin, responsible for R&D at Swisspacer. “It was therefore a logical step to integrate recycled material into the production of our spacer bars. Achieving a recycling content of 33% – without compromising performance – was a real challenge. We are proud that we succeeded in reaching the same performance level as our premium spacer bar.”
According to Swisspacer, the name Nyxé refers to the Greek goddess of the night, Nyx. With its deep black foil, Swisspacer Ultimate Nyxé supports a contemporary architectural approach: clean, dark lines as a striking contrast in modern window and façade designs.
Sustainability strategy
A key foundation for Swisspacer’s circular economy strategy was laid in summer with the launch of the Re:cycling Service. Thanks to targeted development work, this service enables customers to return production offcuts.
This reduces the CO₂ footprint on the customer side, saves disposal costs, and conserves valuable resources. “Our partners benefit twice: from a service that integrates sustainability into everyday production and from an elegant product with a reduced CO₂ footprint,” explained sales & marketing director, Sarah Sattler.
EPD transparency
Swisspacer regularly publishes Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) in accordance with ISO 14025 and EN 15804. These provide verified data on CO₂ emissions and form a key element for certifications such as DGNB, LEED, or BREEAM.
“We deliberately focus on verified transparency,” said Matthias Bach. “Because only those who reliably disclose details create the foundation for sustainable building – where every single component counts.”
According to Swisspaxer, the life cycle analysis (LCA) of Swisspacer Ultimate Nyxé shows that it will likely achieve a reduction of around 20% in CO₂ footprint compared to Swisspacer Ultimate.