USG Corporation is a Chicago-based manufacturer of building materials and building science solutions with more than 120 years in the industry. Headquartered in Illinois and operating through two primary divisions - Gypsum and Ceilings - the company produces products for walls, ceilings, flooring, sheathing, and roofing systems. Since 2019, USG has been part of the Knauf Group, one of the world's largest manufacturers of building materials.
The company's product portfolio includes several well-established names in construction. Its Sheetrock® Brand is among the most recognised interior construction products in North America, while Durock® Cement Board and USG Structural Panels are widely used in demanding applications. USG products have been specified in major projects including the Burj Khalifa in Dubai and the Freedom Tower in New York.
USG operates more than 50 manufacturing locations across North America and serves customers globally. Its customer base spans architects, builders, and contractors. The company's technical work spans building materials manufacturing, gypsum product development, ceiling systems, and structural panels, with a supply chain built around the construction industry.
USG has published 2030 sustainability goals targeting reductions in carbon emissions, improved energy efficiency, and more sustainable supply chain practices across its operations.
