EVOLVE Product Line Wins Global Gypsum Product of the Year

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (October 31, 2025) – National Gypsum Company is pleased to announce that the EVOLVE™ family of products has been named Global Gypsum Product of the Year at the annual Global Gypsum Awards, held October 22-23 during the 23^rd Global Gypsum Conference in Amsterdam. The awards were determined through a global nomination process followed by an online vote, with participation from over 45 countries.

The Global Gypsum Awards are among the industry’s most prestigious honors, recognizing innovation and excellence in gypsum product development. The awards ceremony took place at the historic Heineken Brewery, where industry leaders from around the world gathered to celebrate achievements in product development, manufacturing and sustainability. The recognition highlights EVOLVE’s innovation and impact within the gypsum industry, standing out among a competitive field of global nominations.

“EVOLVE was designed to meet the real-world needs of today’s job sites while advancing long-term sustainability goals,” said Chris Whitmire, Director of Product Marketing. “This award affirms our commitment to helping architects and contractors build smarter, faster and more responsibly.”

Manufactured by Gold Bond Building Products, LLC, an affiliate of National Gypsum Company, EVOLVE represents a significant advancement in gypsum board technology. The product line delivers high-performance fire resistance, sustainability and installation efficiency - without compromise.

The EVOLVE product line includes:

• Gold Bond® EVOLVE 30™ Fire-Shield® Gypsum Board – Up to 30% lighter than 5/8" Fire-Shield Gypsum Board, ideal for single-layer construction in 30-minute fire-rated or non-rated assemblies.
• Gold Bond® EVOLVE X™ Fire-Shield® Gypsum Board – Up to 20% lighter than 5/8” Fire-Shield Gypsum Board, with a Type X core for fire-rated designs in walls and ceilings.
• Gold Bond® EVOLVE XP™ Fire-Shield® Gypsum Board – Up to 20% lighter than 5/8” XP Fire-Shield Gypsum Board, mold- and moisture-resistant, with a Type X core and PURPLE® face paper for use in high-humidity areas.

All EVOLVE products are engineered to:

• Conserve water, reduce energy use and lower carbon emissions
• Reduce material weight for easier handling and faster installation
• Support sustainable building standards with HPDs, EPDs and GREENGUARD Gold certification

Click here for more information about the EVOLVE family of products.