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All about Plasterboard

This section shows the history of Lafarge Plasterbaord and the manufaturing process of the product.

 

Combined with the strength of Lafarge worldwide, it has in-depth knowledge of all aspects of the gypsum industry from materials extraction to site installation.  It strives to continually improve and expand the range of products and systems on offer to customers today, whilst anticipating tomorrow's demands.

To learn more about the history of Lafarge Plasterboard please click here

Fact File

  • Gypsum, the raw material used in the production of plasterboard, cove and plasters, is known to have been used by the ancient Egyptians in the construction of pyramids.
  • The Lafarge Plasterboard Bristol factory occupies a site oof 32 acres - equivalent to 25 football pitches.
  • The Plant despatches over 600,000 tonnes of plasterboard and accessories each year.
  • Approximately 150 lorries a day leave the factory to deliver product country-wide. 
To find out more on the Bristol Factory and the Manufacturing process of Plasterboard please click here

Last update on 04/08/2011

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