Milgard Windows and Doors recently announced it has completed a renovation of its fiberglass window and door production facility in Tacoma, Washington.
Renovation details
After removing all existing assets and refurbishing the entire 150,000-square-foot facility, Milgard installed equipment to support several new product launches, including the upcoming C700 Fiberglass Series windows and doors, which will be introduced to the market in Q1 of 2026.
“One of our core company values is innovation, and that’s what we focused on with this renovation and investment in automation,” says Brent Wright, Milgard new product development project manager. “Fiberglass is one of our heavier products, so improving the cutting procedures and refining the handling process enhances team member safety, as the product will now be moved automatically by a machine. Additionally, by installing RFID monitors at every station, we are advancing our inventory control.”
In addition to improving inventory control, the new RFID smart tag system directs team members on the required tasks at each production station, streamlining processes across the manufacturing floor.
The company also installed dust-collecting machines to improve containment of the dust created when cutting fiberglass. Approximately 99.9% of the dust generated from production is now captured, creating a healthier working environment for team members and maintaining a cleaner product throughout the process.
“As a company, we concurrently design a product and a process, which is what we did to prepare for the C700,” says Anand Mahajani, Milgard Sr. Engineering Manager. “This investment reinforces team member safety, supports innovation, and streamlines processes through automation for greater efficiency.”
