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A History of Growth

NCI began its operations in 1984 as a regional manufacturer of metal building components. In 1987, the company expanded into the manufacture and distribution market of metal building systems through a builder network. The company was able to rapidly grow its metal building sales and became a public company in 1992. In 1998, a strategic acquisition enabled NCI to nearly double in size with the purchase of MBCI, the industry’s largest manufacturer of building components, and its coating operations which supplies painted hot roll and cold roll steel to the industry. The company continued a solid growth expansion program through acquisitions of both vertical and horizontal industry related companies.

NCI has grown to be one of the largest integrated manufacturers and marketers of metal building components, custom engineered metal building systems, and coil coating processors and slitters in North America. Through well-recognized and respected industry brand names, such as MBCI, Metallic Building Company, and Doublecote, NCI Building Systems offers one of the most extensive metal product lines in the building industry. The company operates from 44 manufacturing facilities strategically located across the country, in Canada and in Mexico.

The geographic and product diversification has enabled NCI to remain strong. To ensure the stability and growth of the company, a continuing product development and refinement program of equipment modifications for more efficient operations is ongoing. In addition, the company is always seeking opportunities for key acquisitions.

Is there a magic formula for success? NCI thinks the answer is PEOPLE. NCI management realized years ago that anyone could own land, buildings, and equipment. However, it takes talented and dedicated employees to achieve true success.

Below is a timeline of NCI's History of Successful Acquisitions.
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  Timeline of NCI's Successful Acquisitions



Did You Know NCI Is
The largest producer and distributor of metal building components for building construction - growing at an estimated 10% annual rate… Visit Investor’s Corner

The leading producer of custom-engineered metal building systems… View Our Metal Building Companies

The largest supplier of metal roofs in an estimated $20 billion roofing industry… View Component Companies

A leading provider for metal coil coaters and painting services… View Metal Coater Companies

An industry leader in growth, profitability and innovation… Read Annual Reports


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