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Building for what’s next

At wienerberger, we honour what’s been built - but our focus is firmly on leading what’s next. Every day, we imagine, improve, and build better - shaping the spaces people live in, the systems that support communities, and the materials that move the world forward, smarter and stronger.

For us, building is more than construction; it’s about connection, progress, and unlocking potential. We act with purpose and adapt with ambition, because the world won’t wait—and neither will we. As partners in progress, we build with care and vision, working together for our customers, our colleagues, and our shared future. We are building for what’s next.

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Who are wienerberger UK & Ireland?

wienerberger UK & Ireland is building for what’s next—empowering the construction industry to create a sustainable future. As a united group of specialist businesses, we deliver innovative, high-quality building products, systems, and solutions for the entire building envelope, including walls, roofs, heating, and water management.

Our extensive portfolio—including bricks, cladding, roof tiles, solar systems, ventilation, membranes, rainwater systems, plastic piping, plumbing, and underfloor heating—is enriched by expert technical services and unwavering customer support. We dedicate ourselves to building enduring partnerships, supporting exceptional careers, and placing sustainability at the heart of everything we do.

Driven by foresight, collaboration, and a passion for progress, we listen to our customers’ challenges and deliver solutions that stand the test of time, supporting them in creating safer, smarter, and more sustainable communities for generations to come.

As part of wienerberger—a global leader in solutions for the built environment—wienerberger UK & Ireland unites FloPlast, Pipelife, Maincor, Building Product Design, and Wienerberger Ltd under one banner.

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Wienerberger Ltd is a provider of wall, roof and landscaping innovations, offering outstanding, sustainable solutions for new build and renovation. In the UK, we have head offices located in Cheadle and Doncaster, showrooms in London, Belfast and Surrey, with brick and roof tile production sites in Manchester, Co. Durham, Worcestershire, North Warwickshire, West Midlands, North Kent, Surrey and West Sussex.

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Glidevale Protect offers products that boost building ventilation, airtightness, moisture and thermal management, including roof underlays, ventilation systems, control layers, construction membranes, cavity trays, and loft hatches.

Passivent provides a comprehensive selection of natural and hybrid ventilation solutions aimed at enhancing air quality, ensuring thermal comfort, and maximising natural daylight, all while effectively managing moisture to promote healthier indoor environments.

Kingfisher is a specialist in the manufacture and supply of an extensive range of architectural louvres crafted from extruded aluminium. Their product line encompasses louvres designed for ventilation, weather protection, screening, acoustic attenuation, and solar shading.

FloPlast

With their roots firmly planted in UK rainwater, soil, and waste products, FloPlast has built a reputation for manufacturing high-quality, innovative building materials that are trusted by both professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike. FloPlast offers a wide range of rainwater, drainage and hot and cold water plumbing systems alongside PVC-UE cellular foam fascia, soffit, and cladding solutions that are maintenance-free for both residential and commercial buildings. 

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Pipelife is Ireland’s leading manufacturer and provider of plastic pipe systems for residential and commercial building sectors. Specialising in polyethylene and PVC pipe extrusion, they supply plastic pipes and fittings for water, gas, and oil systems, as well as heating and plumbing, water pressure, electricity, cable ducting, gas, and agricultural sectors. 

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Specialising in innovative plumbing solutions and underfloor heating, Maincor's expertise lies in the use of multilayer composite pipe (MLCP). Their extensive and versatile product range is designed to meet diverse needs, from large-scale commercial projects to new housing developments.

 

We build like the future’s watching

As the world evolves, so do the challenges facing our industry and communities. We are committed to supporting you as you navigate these changes, ensuring you have the solutions, expertise, and resources needed to meet tomorrow’s demands with confidence. Whether it’s adapting to new regulations, embracing sustainability, or building a skilled workforce for the future, our focus is on empowering you to achieve success and stay ahead in a rapidly shifting landscape.

Here are some of the ways in which we are building for what’s next…

Prioritising Decarbonisation

We recognise the increasing pressure on housing developers and specifiers to reduce carbon emissions. Our decarbonisation roadmap is designed to help you lower both embodied and operational carbon through specifying our products, empowering you to reach your sustainability goals.

  

Delivering High Quality Social Housing

Housing providers are facing heightened regulatory demands and the ongoing challenge of delivering safe, energy-efficient homes. Our retrofit and renovation solutions, supported by comprehensive warranties, give you the confidence and reassurance you need to serve your tenants effectively. By partnering with us, you can ensure higher quality living environments and meet evolving standards with certainty.

    

Investing in Skills for the Future

The construction industry is currently grappling with a significant skills gap. To address this challenge, we are committed to nurturing the next generation of talent by actively supporting apprentices, young people, and care leavers. Our goal is to help build a highly skilled workforce that is equipped to meet the demands of tomorrow’s construction sector.

  

Building Safely and Sustainably

Our commitment goes beyond compliance; we prioritize safety, sustainability, and regulatory excellence. We provide comprehensive specification services, educational resources, and expert technical support to guide you through evolving regulations such as the Building Safety Act and the Future Homes Standard. With our support, you can confidently meet new standards and build a safer, more sustainable future.

    

Who are wienerberger internationally?

Founded over two centuries ago in Vienna, Austria, wienerberger is the world’s largest brick producer and Europe’s leading supplier of clay roof tiles—but we offer much more. 

Our diverse team, representing around 80 nations, works together to build a better future. As an internationally renowned supplier, we focus on delivering innovative and ecological solutions. Our strategy emphasises organic growth through innovation, a sustainable product portfolio, and clear ESG targets.

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Our history

Discover wienerberger's story, from 19th Century Austrian brickmaker to present-day provider of building envelope solutions.

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Sustainability

We’re building beyond what we know to be possible today to deliver a sustainable future. Find out how by reading our sustainability strategy.

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