Knauf, a family name, and a corporate group of global dimensions. At the same time synonymous with a type of corporate culture which has become rare. Knauf is a typical family firm in spite of its size and this is precisely the reason for its amazing success. It is the short and direct decision-making paths, the courage to tackle new ideas, innovations, investments and the wealth of ideas contributed by all Knauf employees that characterizes the company. From its beginnings in gypsum processing along the Saar and Main rivers, Knauf has expanded and diversified to become a corporation with worldwide activities, delivering products and services in the following fields: - Building materials and systems based on gypsum and gypsum-related products - Thermal insulating and sound insulation materials - Limestone and lime products - Chalk and cement related products -Plant engineering Currently, the management of the Knauf Group is in the hands of Manfred Grundke and Alexander Knauf, who are also personally liable general partners. Knauf: A group of companies with a long history. Great success. Poised for the challenges of the future.