TACOMA, Wash. — MILGARD Windows and Doors recently announced it has completed a significant renovation of its fiberglass window and door production facility in Tacoma, Washington, to drive innovation in 2026.
After removing all existing assets and refurbishing the entire 150,000-square-foot facility, MILGARD installed state-of-the-art equipment to support several innovative new product launches, including the upcoming C700 Fiberglass Series windows and doors, which will be introduced to the market in Q1 of 2026. The new equipment will help increase manufacturing efficiency, improve quality control, and promote a safe manufacturing environment for team members.
“One of our core company values is innovation, and that’s what we focused on with this renovation and investment in automation,” said 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 many processes across the manufacturing floor.
Additionally, the company 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,” said Anand Mahajani, MILGARD Sr. Engineering Manager. “This investment reinforces team member safety, supports innovation, and streamlines processes through automation for greater efficiency.”
As MILGARD Windows and Doors moves toward the launch of the C700 line, the new, cutting-edge facility in Tacoma provides an ideal environment for MILGARD to produce innovative fiberglass products that will raise the bar for quality and performance in the market.
ABOUT MITER BRANDS
MITER Brands™ is a residential window and door manufacturer that produces a leading portfolio of window and door brands for the new construction and replacement segments. Through MI Windows and Doors, Milgard Windows and Doors, and Sunrise Windows & Doors, MITER Brands is one of the largest suppliers of precision-built and energy-efficient windows and doors throughout the United States servicing thousands of dealers. For more information, visit: miterbrands.com, miwindows.com, or milgard.com.
