Pioneering the design and manufacturing of suspended ceiling systems in Australia since 1964, Rondo has emerged as a world leader in the innovative use of roll-forming technology to provide a vast array of substrate systems to the lining industries throughout Australia, Asia, India and the Middle East.

Originally established by W. E. Cuckson & Son as Rondo Zipador Pty Ltd in 1959, a change of ownership occurred ten years later when Boral Plasterboard (then AGL), purchased 50% of the company. In 1970, CSR became a three-way venture partner before the current joint venture between Boral Plasterboard and CSR was established later that Year.

Rondo’s main focus has always remained the same – providing the highest quality product and service delivery to the markets in which we operate. This aspiration is captured in our vision:

“Building a reputation for excellence with our customers by pursuing market leadership in everything we do.”

History Timeline

1964:	The first suspended ceiling system introduced in 1964 was our Rondo Lock Concealed System, now called Rondo Classic, and it is still the only system of its design available today (albeit by special order)
1965:	The most popular and technically superior designed ceiling system produced in Australia was introduced. Rondo KEY-LOCK® - unchanged from its basic Rondo design,  is the leading suspension system for flush building board finishes.
1968:	The first interstate branch was opened in Victoria with the release of a range of steel stud drywall sections.
1975:	Our first exports to Singapore, Thailand, New Caledonia and Japan. Today we export to many Asian, Middle Eastern, Indian and Oceania countries, mainly from our factory in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and new factory in Mumbai, India.
1976:	The Rondo Western Australian branch was opened.
1978:	The Rondo South Australian branch was opened.
1979:	A joint venture in manufacturing with South Africa was started.
1980:	The Rondo Queensland branch was opened.
1980:	Rondo purchases the Rondo EXANGLE® bead range.
1982:	A joint venture in manufacturing with Thai Gypsum was established.
1993:	Establishment of a warehouse and office in Auckland New Zealand was founded; this venture quickly became the market leader within the industry in New Zealand.
1999:	Panther®Access Panels were introduced into the Rondo product range through the acquisition of Brayway International.
2001:	Singapore office opened in September, establishing Rondo as an important supplier of quality systems in the Asian market.
2001:	Rondo acquired Ezy-Drive Roadside Post Products business and expands into the road safety industry. www.ezydrive.com.au
2005:	The Malaysian Factory was opened, which now services most of our export markets.
2006:	Representation and key JV distribution outlets opened in the Middle East and Southern China.
2009:	Rondo Head Office and main manufacturing facility in St Mary’s NSW moved to the new Erskine Park site with operations commencing in September.
2010:	Rondo extended our Market and launched a new range of EXTREME® PVC beads for plasterboard and render applications.
2010:	Rondo established a factory and offices in Mumbai, India.