KNAUF AG Schweiz

What KNAUF AG Schweiz does

Knauf AG Schweiz is the Swiss operating subsidiary of the German family-owned Knauf Group, selling gypsum-based building materials and certified construction system solutions to the Swiss market. The portfolio spans Knauf Gips panels, plaster and mortar, Diamant SX glass-fiber reinforced gypsum boards, insulation (via Knauf Insulation), ceiling systems (via Knauf Ceiling Solutions), drywall, floor, facade, wood-construction, and steel-lightweight-construction systems. Customers are professional builders, contractors, architects, engineers, and timber-construction companies, with reference projects including the Mandarin Oriental Zürich in hospitality.\n\nThe business model is sales-led and quote-based. Revenue is generated through one-time system sales of complete coordinated product sets (panels, substructures, finishes) backed by a system guarantee, supported by direct technical sales staff, a digital storefront with Systemfinder, U-value calculator, CAD data downloads, and the myKnauf customer portal. The Knauf Akademie provides professional training to installers and specifiers as an indirect channel and ecosystem lever. The entity serves only Switzerland with 61 employees and is privately held under the Knauf family group.\n\nNotable technology includes the 2024-launched Diamant SX board, which provides static-design capability enabling novel timber-construction applications while meeting the highest ecobau (Eco P1), fire-protection, sound-insulation, and moisture-room standards. Competitive positioning rests on the Knauf global brand, certified system integration with system guarantee, multi-channel distribution, and professional-training infrastructure rather than on AI or software differentiation.

Name

KNAUF AG Schweiz

Legal name

Knauf AG

Website

https://knauf.ch

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Knauf AG Schweiz is the Swiss subsidiary of the family-owned Knauf Group, selling certified gypsum-based construction system solutions — drywall, ceilings, floors, facades, insulation, and timber construction — to professional builders, architects, and engineers across Switzerland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building Materials

NAICS

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

SIC

Concrete, Gypsum & Plaster Products (3270), Adhesives & Sealants (2891)

akta.pro primary industry

Gypsum Board & Drywall Panels (IMADAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ceiling Boards, Plasterboard Tiles & Suspension-Compatible Gypsum Products (IMADAEAM), Plaster (Gypsum/Lime/Cement) & Basecoat Systems (IMADAEAC), Joint Compounds, Skim Coats & Wall Prep Materials (IMADAKAI), Sealants, Expansion Joints & Weatherproofing (Caulking, Joint Systems) (IMAFAMAF), Construction Sealants (Joint, Façade & Perimeter) (IMADAOAB)

Keywords

• Gypsum building products
• Drywall construction systems
• Ceiling insulation solutions
• Facade construction materials
• Wood construction systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Switzerland

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Construction Materials Sales: Sale of gypsum boards, ceiling systems, insulation materials, facade systems, drywall systems, and related construction products. Products are sold as complete system solutions with system guarantee.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

KNAUF AG Schweiz manufactures and sells gypsum-based construction materials and complete building system solutions for the Swiss market. The portfolio covers drywall systems, ceiling systems, floor systems, facade systems (including thermal insulation composite systems and ventilated facades), wood construction, steel lightweight construction, insulation, plasters, mortars, profiles, and acoustic ceiling/wall absorbers. Products are sold as coordinated system solutions carrying the Knauf system guarantee, addressing fire protection, sound insulation, moisture protection, thermal insulation, acoustics, and structural performance requirements.

Product overview

Knauf AG Schweiz is a building materials company offering a comprehensive portfolio of gypsum-based products and construction systems. The core product line includes Knauf Gips (gypsum products) with various panels, plasters, and mortars. The company provides complete system solutions including Bodensysteme (floor systems), Deckensysteme (ceiling systems), Fassadensysteme (facade systems), Holzbau (wood construction), Stahlleichtbau (steel lightweight construction), and Trockenbausysteme (drywall systems). Key product offerings include the Diamant SX glass fiber reinforced gypsum board, insulation products, ceiling and wall absorbers, profiles, and built-in components. The portfolio is organized around core competencies in acoustics, fire protection, design, moisture protection, sound insulation, safety, and thermal insulation performance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Knauf Gips (Gypsum Products) Core gypsum-based building materials line from Knauf AG Schweiz including panels, plasters, and mortars for construction applications in the Swiss market.
• Diamant SX Glass fiber reinforced gypsum board with static design values that are unique in the industry, enabling previously unimaginable perspectives in timber construction. Meets highest fire protection and sound insulation requirements, suitable for moisture room applications, and achieves Eco P1, the highest standard of ecobau.
• Bodensysteme (Floor Systems) Complete floor system solutions for new construction and renovation, meeting requirements for fire protection, sound insulation, and durability.
• Deckensysteme (Ceiling Systems) Ceiling solutions for every room and design style, with versatile ceiling materials and precise system solutions for creative ideas.
• Fassadensysteme (Facade Systems) Fully certified facade systems including thermal insulation composite systems (WDVS) and ventilated facade systems combining style and function.
• Holzbau (Wood Construction) Versatile, high-performance, economical, and sustainable wood construction applications for engineers, specialist planners, small carpentry shops, and large timber construction companies.
• Stahlleichtbau (Steel Lightweight Construction) Smart alternative to conventional load-bearing construction methods, adaptable to various requirements.
• Trockenbausysteme (Drywall Systems) Panels, substructures, and comprehensive coordinated finishing systems with proven system guarantee, offering solutions for all requirements and projects.
• Platten (Panels) Panel products for various construction applications.
• Dämmung (Insulation) Insulation products for thermal and acoustic performance.
• Decken & Wandabsorber (Ceiling & Wall Absorbers) Acoustic ceiling and wall absorber products for improved room acoustics.
• Putz & Mörtel (Plaster & Mortar) Plaster and mortar products for interior and exterior applications.
• Profile & Stützen (Profiles & Pillars) Structural profiles and pillars for construction support.
• Einbauteile (Built-in Components) Built-in components for integrated construction solutions.

Quantifiable outcome

• Diamant SX achieves Eco P1 - the highest standard of ecobau

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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