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Studco Building System's journey commenced in 1976 when Gordon Stevens founded Specialised Ceiling Systems. Renowned for innovation, the company transitioned to manufacturing with Duraclamp in 1982, eventually sold to USG in 1986. Rebranded as Studco, it specialized in steel stud wall systems, later expanding into various construction components. Pioneering innovations, strategic growth, and global expansion defined Studco's trajectory. In recent decades, Studco has become a global leader, extending its influence from Australia to the US and the UK. Specializing in premium building solutions, Studco innovatively designs and produces steel studs and concealed ceiling systems, architectural finishing systems, and sound isolation systems. Over 30 years, Studco has introduced leading-edge, patented building systems, such as the Slimceil low clearance ceiling system, Resilmount sound isolation systems, EzyJamb flush finish door jamb systems, and the Vortex High-Performance Framing System.With a remarkable 4X growth by 2011, Studco Building Systems continues to be a driving force in the global construction industry, committed to innovation and reshaping the way the world builds. Today, Studco thrives with unwavering dedication to growth, profitability, and ongoing contributions to the evolution of construction practices leading-edge, patented building systems that have revolutionized the industry, including the Slimceil engineered low clearance ceiling system, Resilmount sound isolation systems, EzyJamb flush finish door jamb systems, and EzyCap one-piece wall end caps, to name a few.