Gyptec Iberica

What Gyptec Iberica does

Gyptec Iberica (legal name: Gyptec - Gessos Técnicos, S.A.) is a Portuguese manufacturer of technical gypsum boards headquartered in Figueira da Foz, Portugal, founded in 2009 and operating as part of the diversified construction materials conglomerate Grupo Preceram (which also encompasses Preceram, Nexclay, Volcalis, Só Argilas, and Soluções para Construção). The company's core offering is a comprehensive portfolio of gypsum plasterboard products — standard boards, moisture-resistant boards, fire-resistant boards, composite/insulating boards, the Gyptec Protect System for facades, Gypcork Protect (gypsum-cork composite), Gyptec Gold multi-function board, Vogl perforated acoustic boards — together with metal profiles, joint compounds, and accessories for dry construction systems. Its underlying technology focuses on moisture and fire resistance, with R&D investment in fiberglass-mat reinforcement (Portugal 2020 VALES I&D project) and external thermal insulation systems oriented to nZEB / Passive House energy standards.

Gyptec serves construction and architecture professionals (architects, engineers, contractors, drywall installers) and reaches end customers through a network of authorized distributors and resellers across Portugal and Spain, supplemented by an online customer portal (clientes.gyptec.eu). Reference projects include major hospitals (Hospital de Braga with 705 beds, Hospital de Torrejón, Hospital 12 de Octubre, Hospital da Luz), hotels (NH Collection Porto Batalha, Meliá Braga), the largest shopping center in Spain (Marineda Plaza), the Polícia Judiciária de Lisboa (95,000 m² of boards), and the Palácio de Congresos de Toledo. The company monetizes primarily through one-time product sales, with supplementary revenue from technical support, certification accompaniment, and solutions management services.

The business model is built on channel-led distribution, technical credibility (AENOR N Sustainable Mark, A+ indoor air quality classification, Eurogypsum membership, PCS Sustainability Certificate), and content marketing to the architectural community — including BIM object libraries, a Solutions Manager tool, an nZEB wall library, the Gyptec Newspaper (co-published with the Ordem dos Arquitetos), and certified installer training through ISQ Academy. The company maintains a multi-language digital presence (Portuguese, English, Spanish, French) and participates in industry events including REBUILD and LSF Connection, indicating active positioning across the Iberian Peninsula and southern Europe.

Name

Gyptec Iberica

Legal name

Gyptec - Gessos Técnicos, S.A.

Website

https://gyptec.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Gyptec Iberica is a Portuguese manufacturer of technical gypsum boards (standard, moisture-resistant, fire-resistant, composite, and facade systems) serving construction and architecture professionals across Iberia, distributed through authorized resellers and a customer portal.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Gypsum Plasterboards & Drywall Construction Materials

NAICS

Gypsum Product Manufacturing (327420), Gypsum Product Manufacturing (32742)

SIC

Concrete, Gypsum & Plaster Products (3270)

akta.pro primary industry

Gypsum Board & Drywall Panels (IMADAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Exterior Sheathing & Glass-Mat Gypsum Panels (IMADAEAI), Plaster (Gypsum/Lime/Cement) & Basecoat Systems (IMADAEAC), Acoustic Gypsum Boards & Sound Control Systems (IMADAEAK)

Keywords

• Gypsum plasterboards
• Drywall systems
• Construction materials
• Thermal insulation boards
• Fire-resistant boards

Headquarters

HQ city

Figueira da Foz, Coimbra

HQ country

Portugal

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Gypsum Board Products: Manufacturing and sale of gypsum plasterboards including standard boards, moisture-resistant boards, fire-resistant boards, and composite boards with insulation properties.
2. Accessories and Profiles: Sale of metal profiles and accessories for drywall construction systems.
3. Fillers and Compounds: Sale of joint compounds, fillers and finishing products for gypsum board installation.
4. Technical Services: Technical support, certification accompaniment, and solutions management services for architects and construction professionals.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Gyptec Iberica manufactures and sells gypsum plasterboards (standard, moisture-resistant, fire-resistant, and composite/insulating boards) along with metal profiles, accessories, and joint compounds for dry construction systems. The product range includes specialty offerings such as Gyptec Gold (multi-function board), Gyptec Protect (high-protection board with fiberglass mat reinforcement), Gypcork Protect (gypsum-cork composite), and Vogl perforated acoustic boards. The company also delivers complete construction systems including the Gyptec Protect external facade insulation system and provides technical support, BIM libraries, and a Solutions Manager budgeting tool for architects and construction professionals.

Product overview

Gyptec Iberica offers a comprehensive portfolio of gypsum board products and drywall construction solutions. The core offering includes standard gypsum boards (Placas de Gesso) and composite/insulating boards (Placas Compostas), complemented by specialty products such as Gypcork Protect for facade applications, Gyptec Gold as a multi-function board, and Gyptec Protect with enhanced humidity and fire resistance. The product range extends to perforated acoustic boards (Placas Perfuradas Vogl), metal profiles and accessories, and joint compounds. The company also provides complete construction systems including the Gyptec Protect System for facades and various interior wall, wall lining, ceiling, and partition systems. Technical support includes BIM object libraries, technical manuals, and a Solutions Manager tool.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Gyptec Gold: Multi-function gypsum board resistant to all requirements for interior needs.
• Gyptec Protect
• Gypcork Protect

Products and services

• Placas de Gesso (Gypsum Boards) Standard gypsum plasterboards for interior walls, partitions, ceilings, and wall linings in dry construction systems. Aimed at architects, contractors, and construction professionals in the Iberian market. Carry A+ indoor air quality classification and AENOR N sustainability mark.
• Placas Compostas (Composite/Insulating Boards) Composite gypsum boards with integrated insulation for enhanced thermal and acoustic performance in interior applications. Designed for construction professionals seeking combined board + insulation solutions.
• Gypcork Protect Gypsum-cork composite board offering high protection against humidity and fire combined with elevated cork insulation properties. Designed for facades and exterior applications in dry construction systems.
• Placa Gyptec Gold Multi-function gypsum board resistant to varied interior conditions, suitable for all interior needs. Aimed at construction professionals requiring a versatile single-board solution for interior applications.
• Placa Gyptec Protect High-protection gypsum board with enhanced resistance to humidity and fire, developed with fiberglass mat reinforcement for demanding environments (humid areas, fire-rated assemblies). Aimed at construction professionals requiring boards for high-performance assemblies.
• Placas Perfuradas Vogl (Vogl Perforated Acoustic Boards) Perforated acoustic gypsum boards for ceiling applications with sound absorption properties. Designed for commercial and public buildings requiring acoustic ceiling solutions.
• Perfis e Acessórios (Profiles and Accessories) Metal profiles and accessories used to assemble drywall construction systems together with Gyptec boards. Aimed at drywall installers and contractors.
• Massas (Fillers and Joint Compounds) Joint compounds and fillers used to finish gypsum board installations (taping, leveling, finishing). Aimed at drywall installers and contractors for system completion.
• Sistema Gyptec Protect para Fachadas (Gyptec Protect System for Facades) Complete external insulation system for facades — lightweight, easy to install, non-combustible, with thermal and acoustic insulation. Designed for architects and contractors seeking a complete drywall-based exterior insulation solution.
• Gypcork Solution (Solução Gypcork) Complete system solution combining gypsum boards with cork for thermal and acoustic insulation, with high moisture and fire protection. Aimed at construction professionals seeking integrated insulation + finishing systems.

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ordem dos Arquitetos (Portuguese Architects Association)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Close cooperation between Gyptec Iberica and the Ordem dos Arquitetos to create the Gyptec Newspaper, honoring and promoting distinguished architects and their work in Portugal. The newspaper is under the editorial responsibility of the Ordem dos Arquitetos.
• ARC - Academia de Remodelação e ConstruçãominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organization of certified training courses for gypsum board installation (ISQ Academy), demonstrating commitment to professional development in the construction industry.
• Grupo PreceramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGyptec Iberica is part of Grupo Preceram, which includes Preceram, Nexclay, Volcalis, and Só Argilas. The group operates collectively in construction solutions.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Knauf: Global leader in gypsum board and drywall systems with major Iberian manufacturing footprint. Directly competes with Gyptec across standard and specialty plasterboard categories, but at vastly greater scale and SKU breadth.
• USG Boral: Major Asia-Pacific-focused gypsum board and plasterboard joint venture with global reach. Comparable to Gyptec in product category but operates at significantly larger scale with diversified regional exposure.
• Georgia-Pacific Gypsum: Large US gypsum board manufacturer producing DensGlass, ToughRock, and other specialty sheathing and interior panels. Competes in similar product categories (glass-mat sheathing, fire-resistant boards) but at a much larger scale.
• CertainTeed (Saint-Gobain): Saint-Gobain subsidiary offering gypsum board, insulation, and ceiling systems in North America. Comparable to Gyptec across standard and specialty drywall categories with overlapping customer use cases in healthcare and commercial construction.
• Saint-Gobain (Placo / Gyproc): Saint-Gobain's Placo brand is the largest gypsum board manufacturer in Iberia and offers a comprehensive range of standard, moisture-, and fire-resistant boards. Closest direct competitor to Gyptec in the Iberian market across the same customer segments.

Regional players

• National Gypsum Company: US-based gypsum board manufacturer with comparable specialty product portfolio (fire-, moisture-, and abuse-resistant boards). Geographic overlap is limited, but product positioning and customer segments are closely aligned.
• Pladur (Saint-Gobain-affiliated via historical links): Spain-based gypsum board brand historically associated with the Iberian market. Competes directly with Gyptec Iberica for specification in Spanish residential and commercial construction projects.

Direct peers

• Fermacell (James Hardie): Manufacturer of gypsum-fiber and specialty dry-construction boards for walls, ceilings, and floors. Competes with Gyptec's specialty Protect, acoustic, and high-performance board lines in commercial and residential dry construction.
• Siniat (Etex Group): European gypsum board manufacturer under Etex, with strong presence in Spain and Portugal via the former Promat and La Edifica lines. Offers similar standard and specialty plasterboard systems targeting the same architects and contractors.

Others

• Volcalis: Portuguese mineral wool insulation manufacturer and Gyptec's sister company within Grupo Preceram. Adjacent/ecosystem participant — competes in wall assembly systems rather than gypsum boards, but is part of the same parent group and shares distribution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/GrupoPreceram
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/GrupoPreceram
• Facebookfacebook.com/gyptec
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gyptec
• Instagraminstagram.com/gyptec.iberica

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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