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1. What is material identity?
A material identity permanently links a physical material with digital information. It enables traceability, use across multiple life cycles, and creates a robust database for circular processes – without markers, chips, or QR codes.
2. How does identification work with CMID?
CMID analyzes the finest surface structures that arise during the production or use of a material. These are recognized as a unique fingerprint – contactless, forgery-proof, and without altering the material.
3. When is the material identity assigned?
The material identity can be assigned flexibly – ideally already at the factory. It can also be assigned subsequently, for example, during installation or dismantling. Data collection begins at the time of assignment. The identity is retained throughout all life cycles.
4. What advantages does CMID offer for manufacturers?
Manufacturers benefit from CMID through secure traceability, audit readiness, and new business models, including take-back systems, material leasing, and pay-per-use approaches. The solution is easy to integrate and increases visibility across the entire product lifecycle.
5. Which systems does CMID support?
CMID is compatible with common industry standards and BIM systems. Data storage is flexible: local, cloud-based, or hybrid. This allows CMID to be seamlessly integrated into existing digital infrastructures.
6. Can CMID be used with materials that have already been installed?
Yes. Existing materials can also be retrofitted with a digital identity. Identification is contactless and requires no modifications—for example, in existing structures or during demolition. This enables reuse at a high level of quality.
7. How does CMID help with compliance
EU requirements?
CMID meets key requirements of the EU Taxonomy, the CSRD, and the new Construction Products Regulation (CPR). The technology delivers robust material data for ESG reports, CO₂ footprints, and digital product passports – reliably, auditably, and automatably.
8. Is CMID scalable for large projects?
Yes. CMID is designed for industrial use. The solution works in the factory, on the construction site, and during return transport – even with large volumes, complex construction projects, or fragmented supply chains.
9. Who can use CMID?
CMID is aimed at manufacturers, construction companies, project developers, demolition companies, and urban miners. Research institutions and authorities can also use CMID to implement transparency and circularity along the value chain.
10. How is data security ensured?
CMID uses secure, encrypted identification methods and offers flexible data storage – local, cloud-based, or hybrid. The digital material identity itself does not contain any sensitive data, but acts as an interface to external systems and existing data sets.
CMID only stores self-generated, non-personal information, such as fingerprint data. Control over product-related information—such as composition or certifications—remains with the respective owners, such as manufacturers.
This ensures data protection, control and compliance at all times.