When structures call for architectural ceilings in the interior fit-out phase, need drives professionals to mix-and-match products from various manufacturers. This approach is followed to achieve the required acoustic, aesthetic, and fire-resistive characteristics within ever-shrinking budgets.
• Record margin of 11.3% and record operating income of €2,813m despite a
difficult environment
• Significant operating income growth in North America, Asia and emerging
countries, which represent over 60% of the Group’s earnings
• Strong increase in free cash flow, up 30% at €2,192m
• Double-digit operating margin expected in full-year 2023 for the third
consecutive year, demonstrating the Group’s resilience
The Big 5 Construct South Africa Expo took place at the prestigious Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg from 27 – 29 June. The exhibition and conference have become a cornerstone event in the construction industry. It serves as a platform for industry professionals, suppliers, and manufacturers to showcase their innovative products and services. Among the significant contributors to the economic growth, recovery and transformation within South Africa’s construction industry, Saint-Gobain showcased its sustainable construction materials and solutions.
In 2003, nearly 20 years ago, the first Norton Multi-Air® sanding process with a multi-hole pattern disc and backup pad was introduced. Providing up to 30% improved productivity vs traditional vacuum sanding and up to 60% vs non-vacuum sanding, Multi-Air abrasives have proven themselves in the most demanding applications in automotive, marine, woodworking and industrial markets.
