Businesses that manufacture in Australia

Australia

  • TRU-BLU Oil Australia

    Manufacturer of lubricants, oils, and specialty automotive chemicals.

  • Pfizer Australia

    Manufacturer of pharmaceutical products and active pharmaceutical ingredients.

  • Albright & Wilson Australia

    Manufacturer of phosphate chemicals and surfactants.

  • Hawkins Watts Australia

    Manufacturer of food ingredients and specialty chemicals.

  • BASF Australia

    Manufacturer of chemicals, plastics, performance products, and crop protection solutions.

  • Laminex Australia

    About Laminex Australia

    Laminex is Australia’s pioneering decorative surfaces manufacturer, with a rich heritage dating back to 1934 when founder Bob Sykes began creating laminates in a modest workshop in suburban Melbourne. Over nine decades, Laminex has grown from those humble beginnings to become Australia’s leading supplier of decorative surfaces and building products.

    Products & Solutions

    Laminex manufactures a comprehensive range of decorative and functional surfaces for residential and commercial projects:

    • High Pressure Laminates — Decorative surfaces for benchtops, cabinetry, and furniture
    • Compact Laminate — Solid core panels for high-impact applications
    • Particleboard & MDF — Engineered wood substrates in various finishes
    • AbsoluteMatte — Premium matte finish surfaces
    • Essastone — Engineered stone benchtops
    • Wall Panelling — Decorative wall solutions
    • Acrylic Surfaces — High-gloss contemporary finishes

    Australian Manufacturing

    Laminex operates manufacturing facilities across Australia, producing products specifically designed for the Australian market. Their products are widely used by builders, designers, architects, and DIY renovators throughout the country.

    Design Leadership

    As a design-led company, Laminex regularly releases new colour collections and finishes that reflect current interior design trends. Their colour palette ranges from timeless neutrals to bold contemporary hues, with textures that replicate natural timber, stone, and fabric.

    Key Facts

    • Founded: 1934 by Bob Sykes
    • Headquarters: Melbourne, Victoria
    • Heritage: 90+ years of Australian manufacturing
    • Products: Laminates, engineered wood, stone surfaces
    • Website: laminex.com.au
  • Simplicity Australia

    Manufactures seeding equipment including air seeders and planters for Australian conditions

  • Silvan Australia

    Silvan Australia is a leading Australian manufacturer of agricultural spraying equipment and farm machinery. Through the Silvan and Silvan Selecta brands, they service primary producers, plant nurseries, contractors, pest controllers, landscapers, and home gardeners across Australia.

    Products

    • Agricultural Sprayers – Boom sprayers, linkage sprayers, and trailed sprayers
    • Pumps and Hoses – Agricultural and industrial pumping solutions
    • Hand Sprayers – Manual and backpack sprayers
    • Nozzles and Fittings – Precision spray nozzles and accessories
    • Fire Fighting Equipment – Farm fire fighting units
    • Diesel Transfer Equipment – Fuel transfer and storage solutions
    • 12-Volt Portable Sprayers – Compact spraying units for small applications

    Brands

    • Silvan – Professional agricultural machinery
    • Silvan Selecta – Rural lifestyle and home garden range

    Company Details

    • Headquarters: Victoria, Australia
    • Website: silvan.com.au
    • Industry: Agricultural Equipment Manufacturing
  • Keech Australia

    Specialist manufacturer of high integrity steel castings and wear parts for mining, excavating, and construction.

  • Timberlink Australia

    Produces structural timber products from plantation pine for residential and commercial construction.

  • GlaxoSmithKline Australia

    GSK manufactures pharmaceutical products and consumer healthcare items at their Victorian facilities.

  • Pfizer Australia

    Pfizer Australia operates manufacturing facilities in Victoria producing various pharmaceutical products including vaccines.

  • IDT Australia

    IDT Australia is a pharmaceutical manufacturing company specializing in high potency APIs and finished dose forms.

  • SMA Australia

    “Manufactures solar inverters and monitoring systems in New South Wales”

  • Taconic Biosciences Australia

    “Taconic Biosciences Australia manufactures specialized plastic laboratory equipment and containers at their New South Wales facilities.”

  • James Hardie Australia

    “James Hardie manufactures advanced fiber cement and fiber gypsum products incorporating rubber and plastic components at their New South Wales facilities.”

  • Plastix Australia

    “Plastix Australia is a manufacturer of high-quality custom plastic injection molded products serving various industries including automotive and consumer goods.”

  • Keech Australia

    Manufactures steel castings, including ground engaging tools and wear parts for mining equipment.

  • Stryker Australia

    Manufactures orthopedic implants, surgical equipment, neurosurgical products, and hospital beds in Australia. Known for innovation in joint replacement and trauma products.

  • Keech Australia

    Manufactures mining equipment, ground engaging tools, and custom steel castings for heavy industries

  • Toolcraft Australia

    Precision engineering company specializing in custom tooling, injection molding, and machined components.

  • Keech Australia

    Specialist in custom-designed and manufactured castings for mining, excavation, construction, and agricultural industries.

  • Hanwha Defense Australia

    Manufactures self-propelled howitzers and armored vehicles including the K9 Thunder and Redback infantry fighting vehicle.

  • Thales Australia

    Designs, develops and manufactures products such as munitions, weapons, vehicles, and maritime systems. Major defense contractor specializing in high-tech solutions.

  • Cabot Australia

    Manufacturer of carbon black and specialty chemicals for various industries

  • IMCD Australia

    Distributor and manufacturer of specialty chemicals and ingredients

  • BASF Australia

    Manufacturer of chemicals, plastics, performance products, and crop protection products

  • Knauf Australia

    Produces plasterboard, metal profiles, and other interior finishing systems.

  • James Hardie Australia

    Manufacturer of fiber cement building products, including cladding, decking, and interior lining products.