Media Briefing
British Gypsum is the UK's leading supplier and foremost
authority on gypsum-based plastering and drylining systems. We are
part of the BPB group, the world leader in the supply of
plasterboard and gypsum plasters, and a major supplier of
insulation, ceiling tiles and related products for internal
linings, serving growing markets for building systems in more than
50 countries.
We pioneered the introduction and development of lightweight,
fast track building systems in the UK, and our ongoing programme of
innovation and improvement ensures that we continue to provide
leading edge solutions.
Our manufacturing, testing and training facilities reflect its
market leading status:
- Plasterboard manufacturing lines at East Leake
(Leicestershire); Kirkby Thore (Cumbria), Sherburn (North
Yorkshire) and Robertsbridge (East Sussex). Plaster plant at
Barrow-on-Soar (Leicestershire). New plants under construction at
Sherburn (plasterboard) and East Leake (plasters).
- Extensive research and development facility at East Leake, used
to trial new product innovations before they are taken to test
stage.
- UKAS accredited Building Test Centre, with extensive fire,
acoustic and system test facilities - the best of its kind in
Europe.
- Three purpose-built product training schools and network of
satellite training facilities around the UK.
- Technical Advice Centre handling over 10,000 enquiries per
month - one of the busiest in the industry.
