Manufacturer of solvents, automotive fluids, and household chemicals.
Commercial
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Pfizer Australia
Manufacturer of pharmaceutical products and active pharmaceutical ingredients.
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DuluxGroup
Manufacturer of paints, coatings, and other surface treatment products.
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Subiaco Restoration
Manufacturer of heritage timber products, including reproduction moldings and architectural elements.
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Mortlock Timber
Specialist manufacturer of timber cladding, decking, and architectural timber elements.
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Big River Group
Manufacturer of formply, plywood, and engineered flooring products for construction and building industries.
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Hurford Wholesale
Manufacturer of premium timber flooring, decking, and architectural timber products.
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Timberzoo
Producer of sustainably sourced timber products, specializing in hardwood furniture and cabinetry components.
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Porta Timber
Manufacturer of specialty timber mouldings, architectural features, and decorative timber products.
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Dulux Group
About Dulux
Dulux is Australia’s largest paint manufacturer and one of the country’s most trusted brands. With Australian operations dating back to 1904, Dulux has been helping Australians transform their homes and commercial spaces for over a century. Today, Dulux is owned by Nippon Paint Holdings and continues to manufacture a comprehensive range of paints and coatings in Australia.
Products & Brands
Dulux manufactures a complete range of paints and coatings for every application:
- Dulux Wash&Wear — Premium interior paints with stain-resistant technology
- Dulux Weathershield — Exterior paints engineered for Australian conditions
- Dulux Aquanamel — Water-based enamel for doors, trims, and furniture
- Dulux Professional — Trade-grade paints for professional painters
- British Paints — Value range for budget-conscious projects
- Cabot’s — Timber stains, oils, and finishes
- Selleys — Adhesives, sealants, and fillers
Australian Manufacturing
Dulux operates multiple manufacturing facilities across Australia, including major production sites in Victoria and New South Wales. The company employs thousands of Australians in manufacturing, R&D, and retail operations.
Colour Leadership
Dulux is renowned for colour expertise, releasing an annual Colour Forecast that influences interior design trends across Australia. Their extensive colour library includes thousands of shades, with colour matching services available at Dulux Colour Centres nationwide.
Key Facts
- Australian Operations Since: 1904
- Headquarters: Melbourne, Victoria
- Owner: Nippon Paint Holdings (since 2019)
- Market Position: Australia’s largest paint manufacturer
- Website: dulux.com.au
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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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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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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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Gason
Manufactures tillage equipment and air seeders for broadacre cropping in Australia
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K-Line Agriculture
Manufactures innovative agricultural equipment including irrigation systems and pod planters
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Porta Timber
Specializes in decorative timber products, mouldings, and architectural timber solutions.
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Big River Group
Manufactures plywood, formwork, and timber flooring products for construction and architectural applications.
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Opal Australian Paper
Major manufacturer of various paper products including packaging materials, office papers, and industrial papers.
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Pfizer Australia
Pfizer Australia operates manufacturing facilities in Victoria producing various pharmaceutical products including vaccines.
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IDT Australia
IDT Australia is a pharmaceutical manufacturing company specializing in high potency APIs and finished dose forms.