GOLD MEDAL FOR HABITO AT 2017 INNOVATION COMPETITION Saint-Gobain Gyproc’s Habito brand was recently
plasterboard going hand-in-hand with office
I’Innovation 2017, an innovation competition held in
partitions,” says Heidi Oliver, product manager at
France.
Saint-Gobain Gyproc, “but the material can do so
The competition, which highlights trends and innovations in construction, is the flagship event of
much more.” She goes on to explain that Habito plasterboard
the Mondial du Bâtiment, a showcase of exhibitions
has the strength of bricks along with all benefits of
and trade shows that focus on materials and
drywall such as flexibility, as well as thermal and
solutions in the building industry.
acoustic aiding properties.
Habito plasterboards won gold in the Interior
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“In South African, we typically think about
presented with a gold medal at Concours de
The product was on display at the Saint-Gobain
Finishing category for its impact resistance, acoustic
Gyproc stand at the Bâtiment trade show held in
performance, and load bearing and fixing capability.
Paris from November 6 to 10 this year.
