How Drywall Is Made From Gypsum In Massive Production Lines | 34 Billion Square Feet Every Year

How Drywall Is Made From Gypsum in Massive Production Lines - 34 Billion Square Feet Every Year

Did you know that drywall covers over 90% of homes in the U.S.—and yet it all starts from raw gypsum rock mined deep from the earth?

In this documentary, The Factoran takes you inside massive production lines where crushed gypsum is transformed into drywall panels. From giant rotary kilns and slurry mixers, to paper rolls stretching hundreds of meters, precision rollers, high-speed cutters, and massive drying chambers, discover how factories engineer a material that is lightweight, affordable, and essential for modern construction.

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▶ Watch now to see how 34 billion square feet of drywall are produced every year — shaping walls and ceilings in houses, offices, and skyscrapers worldwide.

🌐 The Factoran reveals how the modern world is built — from raw materials to finished products. Through cinematic documentaries, we uncover the machines, people, and secrets behind manufacturing at scale. From mined gypsum to finished drywall — this is how the future of construction is built.

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00:00 Intro
00:46 Drywall Overview
01:33 Gypsum Mining
03:05 Drywall Factory
13:32 Gypsum Recycling Process
16:22 Conclusion