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The Northeast Region That Concentrates the Largest Gypsum Polo in Brazil, with High-Purity Gypsum and More Than 500 Industries in Operation
What comes from the dry ground of the Sertão do Araripe, in Pernambuco, supports one of the largest industrial poles of the state and accounts for almost all gypsum production in the country.
In the heart of the Northeast, cities like Araripina, Trindade, Ipubi, Ouricuri, and Bodocó together form a true gypsum empire.
The Strength of the Pernambuco Gypsum Polo
The Pernambuco Gypsum Polo is responsible for 95% of the national production of gypsum and its derivatives. The activity not only ensures supply for the entire country but also drives the regional economy significantly.
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With more than 500 industries in operation, the polo employs around 3,500 people directly. But the impact goes beyond the factories.
It is estimated that over 14,000 indirect jobs are also linked to the gypsum production chain, including transport, services, and local commerce.
The importance of the sector is so great that it has consolidated as one of the largest industrial hubs in Pernambuco, transforming the economic landscape of one of the state’s most arid regions.
High-Quality Gypsum
The secret behind the success of the polo lies in a specific mineral: gypsum. Extracted in the region, this raw material stands out for its high quality.
Studies indicate that the purity of gypsum in the Sertão do Araripe varies between 88% and 98%, being considered one of the best in the world.
This quality allows for the production of high-standard gypsum, used in civil construction throughout the national territory. From the plaster of walls to ceilings and moldings, Pernambuco gypsum is present in both small and large projects.
A Little-Known Wealth
Despite its economic relevance and product quality, many people still do not recognize the importance of the gypsum pole in Pernambuco. The work developed in the sertão, through the extraction and industrialization of gypsum, has transformed the reality of entire municipalities.
In addition to boosting the local economy, the activity also strengthens the state’s image as a national reference in the sector. Pernambuco gypsum has become synonymous with quality and efficiency.
Conclusion
Araripina, Trindade, Ipubi, Ouricuri, and Bodocó not only share the rich soil of gypsum but also share the spotlight in a sector that supports thousands of families. Pernambuco, with its polo in the Sertão do Araripe, leads the national production of gypsum by a wide margin—and shows that, even far from major centers, there is wealth, work, and excellence.
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