At ZUFALL, we use our energy to realise logistics that are fit for our grandchildren. This also includes making our buildings sustainable. We are currently building a logistics hall for our joint venture DISTRIBO:
“We are not relying on the usual standards in the industry but are rather building something of quality that will last a long time, pays off in the long term, and really makes sense,” explains Ringo Bernhardt, Head of Construction and Projects at ZUFALL. “I am sure that my grandchildren will also benefit from this way of building.”
DISTRIBO – a joint venture between ZUFALL and Sartorius AG
DISTRIBO was founded in Göttingen in 2003 and is a joint venture with the technology group Sartorius AG. The company acts exclusively for Sartorius and associated companies and takes over:
The biotechnology market is growing – and we are growing with it
The biotechnology market is growing rapidly. That is why we have been building our logistics centre, including laboratory, on a total area of 75,000 m2 at Siekanger in Göttingen since 2014.
As our partner Sartorius has continued to grow strongly since then, the first expansion phase of 10,000 m2 was completed in 2017. We are currently in the final expansion stage for the time being. This consists of 10,000 m2 of warehouse space and 1,000 m2 of workshop and laboratory.
Uniform temperatures with little energy – made possible by concrete core activation
DISTRIBO works with particularly sensitive life sciences products. These need to be stored at a constant temperature of between 15 and 25 degrees all year round.
This is achieved by means of concrete core activation: a special form of underfloor heating in which, contrary to conventional underfloor heating systems, the heating hoses use the entire volume of the approximately 20-centimetre-thick concrete slab for heating or cooling. This ensures a very even temperature – while also saving energy.
Positive CO2 balance thanks to sustainable energy supply
The energy required for the building is generated by the company’s own photovoltaic systems, heat pumps, and an ice storage system. “In total, we produce more energy than we consume, resulting in a positive CO2 balance,” explains Bernhardt.
Modern technology is used to further reduce energy consumption. This includes intelligent LED lighting and the use of electric vehicles.
All of these measures enable us to achieve energy class E40+. This means that over 60% less energy is required compared to other conventional buildings of this type.
Building also green from the outside
During construction, the use of composite materials and plastic was avoided as much as possible – which is not entirely avertible when dealing with hazardous substances. The roof structure is made of 100% wood.
The exterior design is also close to nature: the facades will be greened, and wetland biotopes will be created around the building.
“We could have made it easier, but we are convinced that our concept will not only pay off ecologically in the long term, but also economically,” says Bernhardt.
Sustainable construction, as in the DISTRIBO project, is an important step towards sustainable logistics. However, this is just one of many topics at ZUFALL that accompany us on our journey to a world fit for grandchildren.
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