Fire-resistant boards are widely used in South Africa’s construction industry for their excellent fire protection and durability. In this article, we highlight the top 10 manufacturers known for supplying reliable, high-performance boards. Based on years of experience in passive fire protection projects, these brands are trusted choices for builders and contractors across the country.
1.FireSafeBoard
FireSafeBoard, an industry-leading fire-rated board manufacturer from China, brings over 13 years of experience and a unique array of fire-resistant boards.
Company type: Manufacturer
Year founded: 2010
Number of employees: 200+
Phone: +86-13538992575
Address: Nanjing, China
Main product: Calcium silicate board
Other products: Fireproof board, heat insulation solutions
Website: https://firesafeboard.com/
2.Gyproc South Africa (RhinoBoard® FireStop)
Gyproc South Africa is a leading manufacturer of fire-rated gypsum boards like the RhinoBoard® FireStop range.
Company type: Manufacturer
Phone: +27 11 578 1400
Address: 300 Janadel Ave, Halfway House, Midrand, 1685, Gauteng, South Africa
Main product: Fire-rated gypsum board
Other products: Acoustic boards, moisture-resistant boards
Website: https://www.gyproc.co.za
3.Magnastruct (MagnaBoard®)
Magnastruct manufactures magnesium oxide boards certified for fire and moisture resistance.
Company type: Manufacturer
Phone: +27 21 552 8900
Address: 12 Gold Street, Northgate Estate, Brooklyn, Cape Town, 7405, South Africa
Main product: Magnesium oxide board
Other products: Ceiling boards, façade panels
Website: https://www.magnastruct.co.za
4.Siniat South Africa (FireCheck Series)
Siniat South Africa delivers gypsum boards with enhanced fire ratings up to 120 minutes.
Company type: Manufacturer
Phone: +27 11 389 4500
Address: 2 Elandsfontein Ave, Elandsfontein, Germiston, 1401, Gauteng, South Africa
Main product: Fire-rated gypsum board
Other products: Wet area boards, acoustic boards
Website: https://www.siniat.co.za
5.Pelican Systems (JUMBO FireWALL)
Pelican Systems is known for their JUMBO FireWALL plasterboard solutions in dry construction.
Company type: Manufacturer & Distributor
Phone: +27 31 563 7307
Address: 603 Chris Hani Road, Briardene, Durban, 4051, South Africa
Main product: Fire-rated plasterboard
Other products: Drywall components, ceiling systems
Website: https://www.pelican.co.za
6.Mandoval Vermiculite
Mandoval manufactures asbestos-free calcium silicate boards and vermiculite-based fireproofing.
Company type: Manufacturer
Phone: +27 11 824 4600
Address: 15 Snapper Rd, Wadeville, Germiston, 1422, Gauteng, South Africa
Main product: Calcium silicate board
Other products: Fire spray systems, vermiculite plasters
Website: https://www.mandoval.co.za
7.Promat South Africa
Promat South Africa offers high-spec calcium silicate boards using PROMAXON® technology.
Company type: Manufacturer
Phone: +27 11 822 4124
Address: 2 Beryllium St, Alrode Ext 7, Alberton, Gauteng, 1451, South Africa
Main product: Calcium silicate board
Other products: Fire duct boards, thermal insulation
Website: https://www.promat.com/en-za
8. Firewerx
Firewerx supplies SABS-tested calcium silicate boards for structural fire protection.
Company type: Manufacturer & Installer
Phone: +27 21 447 7772
Address: 5 Benona Road, Ottery East, Cape Town, 7800, South Africa
Main product: Cement-based calcium silicate board
Other products: Fireproof coatings, steel protection systems
Website: https://www.firewerx.co.za
9.Capco Ceilings & Partitioning Systems
Capco provides a range of fire-rated and acoustic ceiling systems throughout South Africa.
Company type: Manufacturer & Distributor
Phone: +27 31 569 4090
Address: 65 Columbine Place, Glen Anil, Durban North, 4051, South Africa
Main product: Fire-resistant boards
Other products: Drywall partitions, suspended ceilings
Website: https://www.capco.co.za
10. Supertec Ceilings & Board
Supertec is a national brand offering ceiling and board systems including fire-rated solutions.
Company type: Manufacturer & Distributor
Phone: +27 11 314 5300
Address: 71 Mimetes Rd, Denver, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2094, South Africa
Main product: Fire-rated gypsum board
Other products: Suspended ceilings, insulation panels
Website: https://www.supertecceilings.co.za