In the spring of 2016, Saint-Gobain's ECOPHON division presented to the Russian construction market a line of new vertical acoustic panels Ecophon Akusto ™ One.
The first step in creating a good acoustic environment is to apply sound-absorbing ceiling panels around the entire perimeter of the room to reduce noise and prevent sound propagation. However, this is often not enough: to reduce the echo effect, it is necessary to use acoustic wall panels. Studies show that using them improves speech intelligibility in the room: children in the class can hear teachers and each other well, and, for example, office workers can talk without disturbing colleagues.
The use of ECOPHON Akusto ™ One wall panels opens up wide possibilities for the design of almost any type of premises. A wide range of shapes, sizes, colors, two textures - Texona acoustic glass fabric or Akutex FT surface - will help architects and designers create an aesthetically expressive interior. The panels are lightweight and easy to install, which makes it easier to transport the material and work with it.
Akusto One is a product line that fills the niche of designer wall panels in the market. Previously, there was a shortage of these materials, because they had to choose between high-quality, but large in size and limited in color, acoustic panels or non-acoustic design solutions. Now it is possible to buy material of the required quality, size and design. The new products are made of high-density fiberglass, the material is easy to use and easy to install - fixing panels on the wall is no more difficult than hanging a picture, said Alexey Archakov, Concept Development Manager for the ECOPHON division of Saint-Gobain in Russia.
ECOPHON products are in wide demand in Russia due to their high quality and environmental safety. ECOPHON sound absorbing materials are not only safe, durable, but also recyclable and meet the French VOC A + and Californian Emissions Regulations. These standards are the most stringent in the world for assessing material safety for humans and the environment. The Swedish Asthma and Allergy Association has specifically recommended ECOPHON materials for use in rooms where people with respiratory problems are present.
ABOUT SAINT-GOBAIN
In 2015 Saint-Gobain celebrates its 350th anniversary. 350 years and 350 reasons to believe in the future. Thanks to its experience and innovation, Saint-Gobain is today a world leader in creating comfortable spaces for people to live, work and play. The company develops, manufactures and markets high quality materials and solutions for the construction industry. In 2014, Saint-Gobain had sales of 41 billion euros. Saint-Gobain has offices in 64 countries and more than 180,000 employees. More detailed information about Saint-Gobain can be obtained on the company's website www.saint-gobain.ru
ABOUT ECOPHON DIVISION
Saint-Gobain ECOPHON was founded in 1958 when the first fiberglass absorbers were produced in Sweden to create a comfortable acoustic environment. Today, the division delivers acoustic solutions for offices, education, hospitals and cleanrooms around the world.
The ECOPHON brand is part of the Saint-Gobain group of companies with offices in many countries. The strategic goal of the division is to achieve leadership in the global acoustic ceilings and wall panels market by creating a value system that best meets the needs of customers.
The ECOPHON brand is in constant dialogue with governmental and non-governmental expert organizations and research institutes involved in improving the indoor environment of premises, and also participates in the development of standards in the field of creating comfortable acoustics in rooms where people work and communicate. www.ecophon.com/ru
