Swisspearl (prev. Cembrit)
Swisspearl Group AG is a Swiss family-owned manufacturer specialising in premium fibre cement products for architectural and landscaping applications. With its headquarters in Niederurnen, Switzerland, the company traces its roots back to 1903, building on the pioneering invention of fibre cement by Ludwig Hatschek in 1894. Swisspearl’s product lines, such as Carat and Vintago, offer a wide range of colours and textures, enabling architects and designers to create elegant, long-lasting building envelopes. The company prides itself on combining Swiss precision with forward-thinking design, making it a trusted partner in both residential and commercial construction.
Core Expertise:
- Building Envelopes: High-performance façade panels and roofing solutions
- Design Elements: Durable planters, garden features, and interior cladding
- Innovation: Patented fire-resistant and sustainable cementitious technologies
Key Facts:
- Operates globally with subsidiaries and distributors across Europe and beyond
- Employs approximately 2,400 staff worldwide
- Committed to sustainability, with a focus on low-waste production and environmental stewardship
- Recently merged with Cembrit, expanding its reach and product portfolio
Cembrit's recipe for its high-performance fibre-reinforced cement products.
- Cement: 65-80%,
- Engineered polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) fibres for reinforcement and to increase product strength, durability and flexibility: 2%,
- Filler: limestone, microsilica and recycled fibre cement, etc: 10-25%,
- Cellulose: 3-5%,
- Water
Type of Products