Manufacturer of industrial chemicals and raw materials.
Building
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Hawkins Watts Australia
Manufacturer of food ingredients and specialty chemicals.
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Mortlock Timber
Specialist manufacturer of timber cladding, decking, and architectural timber elements.
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Porta Timber
Manufacturer of specialty timber mouldings, architectural features, and decorative timber products.
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Timberzoo
Producer of sustainably sourced timber products, specializing in hardwood furniture and cabinetry components.
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Australian Sustainable Hardwoods
Manufacturer of Victorian hardwood timber products including flooring, stair components, and furniture timber.
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Big River Group
Manufacturer of formply, plywood, and engineered flooring products for construction and building industries.
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Wespine Industries
Major manufacturer of pine timber products for structural applications and construction.
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Subiaco Restoration
Manufacturer of heritage timber products, including reproduction moldings and architectural elements.
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Hyne Timber
Major manufacturer of engineered timber products, structural timber, and timber solutions.
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Mathews Timber
Specialist manufacturer of custom timber products, flooring, and architectural elements.
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Tasmanian Special Timbers
Producer of rare and specialty Tasmanian timber products for fine furniture and craft.
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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
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Bluescope Steel
About BlueScope Steel
BlueScope Steel Limited is Australia’s largest steel manufacturer and a global leader in metal coating and painting products for the building and construction industries. Spun off from BHP in 2002, BlueScope has grown into a $12+ billion company with operations across Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and North America.
Products & Brands
BlueScope manufactures a diverse range of steel products, including some of Australia’s most iconic building material brands:
- COLORBOND® Steel — Australia’s favourite pre-painted steel for roofing, walling, fencing, and guttering
- ZINCALUME® Steel — Aluminium/zinc alloy-coated steel with superior corrosion resistance
- Steel Slab & Hot Rolled Coil — Primary steel products for manufacturing
- Steel Plate — Heavy plate for structural and engineering applications
- Galvanised Steel — Zinc-coated steel for various applications
Australian Manufacturing
BlueScope’s flagship operation is the integrated steelworks at Port Kembla, New South Wales—one of the largest manufacturing sites in Australia. The company also operates the Orrcon Steel subsidiary with distribution centres in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide.
Innovation & Sustainability
BlueScope is investing in decarbonisation technologies and sustainable steel production. Their COLORBOND® and ZINCALUME® products are designed for durability and long life, reducing the need for replacement and maintenance over decades.
Key Facts
- Founded: 2002 (spun off from BHP)
- Headquarters: Level 24, 181 William Street, Melbourne, Victoria
- Employees: 16,500 globally
- Revenue: $12.9 billion (2021)
- ASX Listed: BSL
- Website: bluescope.com
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CSR Bradford
About CSR Bradford
CSR Bradford is Australia’s leading manufacturer of thermal and acoustic insulation products. A division of CSR Limited—one of Australia’s oldest and most respected building materials companies founded in 1855—Bradford has been keeping Australian homes comfortable since 1959.
Products & Solutions
Bradford manufactures a comprehensive range of insulation products for residential, commercial, and industrial applications:
- Glasswool Insulation — Gold and Bradford Gold batts for walls, ceilings, and underfloor
- Polyester Insulation — Polymax for acoustic and thermal applications
- Reflective Insulation — Anticon and Thermoseal sisalation products
- Roof Ventilation — Ventis and Edmonds ventilation systems
- Soundscreen — Acoustic insulation for noise control
Australian Manufacturing
Bradford operates manufacturing facilities across Australia, with their main production plants located in New South Wales and Victoria. All Bradford products are engineered specifically for Australian conditions and climate zones, meeting or exceeding Australian building code requirements.
Sustainability
Bradford is committed to sustainable manufacturing, with their glasswool products containing up to 80% recycled glass. Their insulation products help reduce energy consumption in buildings, contributing to lower carbon emissions over the lifetime of structures.
Key Facts
- Founded: 1959 (acquired by CSR Limited)
- Parent Company: CSR Limited (now owned by Saint-Gobain)
- Headquarters: North Ryde, New South Wales
- Employees: Part of CSR’s 3,000+ workforce
- Website: csrbradford.com.au
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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
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Davimac
Manufactures grain handling equipment including chaser bins and field bins for Australian farmers