Cornerstone Building Brands, a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America, today announced the 50th anniversary of its MBCI® brand, marking five decades of delivering metal building components, trim and accessories to customers across North America.
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MBCI®, a brand within Cornerstone Building Brands’ Metal Solutions business, celebrates 50 years of customer partnership and continued momentum as it expands capabilities and support for metal roof & wall projects. Image courtesy MBCI / Cornerstone Building Brands.
Founded in 1976 in Houston by A.R Ginn and his partners, MBCI began as a small metal components operation guided by hands-on leadership and a commitment to quality and service. Over five decades, countless employees, suppliers, customers and industry advocates have helped build MBCI into one of the most trusted names in metal roof & wall components.
Since its inception, MBCI’s growth has been driven by a commitment to solving real-world challenges faced by builders, contractors and project teams. Established by its founders and carried forward by the team today, that customer-focused approach has helped share product innovations such as standing seam roofing advancements and high-wind systems like SuperLok®, while also guiding the expansion of MBCI’s portfolio from basic components to a wide range of roof, wall, structural and energy-efficient building systems to meet changing industry demands.
That evolution reflects the entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to quality, integrity and continuous improvement that have guided MBCI since its founding and continues to help customers complete metal roof & wall projects with greater confidence, reliability and efficiency from initial design through final delivery.
MBCI Expands Product Offering and Reach Through Metal Sales Integration
In this 50th year, MBCI embarks on a new phase of growth and enhanced capabilities. Following Cornerstone Building Brands’ acquisition of Metal Sales in 2025, MBCI is expanding its reach by integrating the Metal Sales Commercial & Industrial segment into its portfolio. This evolution provides MBCI customers with expanded access to one of the metal construction industry’s most extensive manufacturing and distribution networks comprised of more than 100 locations.
“As we look to the future, we’re especially excited about expanding our architectural metal panel offerings by bringing capabilities from Metal Sales into the MBCI brand,” said Mike Pegues, Vice President of Growth Excellence for Metal Solutions. “This allows us to deliver a broader range of architectural profiles and wood-grain finishes, giving our customers more flexibility to achieve the look and performance they need across a wide variety of end-use applications. It’s a strong example of how we’re leveraging the strength of our portfolio to create more value for our customers.”
Comprehensive Project Solutions for Complex Metal Roof & Wall Projects
MBCI is also expanding its ability to support customers with comprehensive project solutions through the integration of the Metal Sales CIA Hub, building on a capability the brand has long offered with a larger, more specialized team and enhanced resources. MBCI’s Project Solutions team provides dedicated support across estimating, scope alignment, product selection and project coordination, bringing together metal roofing, wall systems, structural components and architectural panels into a single, cohesive package. With earlier engagement in the project lifecycle, cross-product expertise and centralized communication, MBCI can help customers streamline procurement, reduce scope gaps, improve cost predictability and simplify execution for complex, multi-system projects.
“This is a meaningful step forward in how we support our customers on more complex roof & wall projects,” said Jon O’Leary, Vice President and General Manager of Components for Cornerstone Building Brands’ Metal Solutions business, which includes MBCI. “By strengthening our Project Solutions capabilities and integrating the Metal Sales CIA Hub, we’re bringing together dedicated support across takeoffs, estimating, engineering review, drawings and project coordination into a single, aligned approach. That’s especially valuable on projects that involve detailed specifications, drawings or systems like insulated metal panels because it helps reduce risk, avoid costly rework and gives customers greater confidence that every part of their project is aligned and moving forward as planned.”
Celebrating a Legacy of Momentum
MBCI is marking its milestone with a year-long 50th anniversary campaign, “A Legacy of Momentum: Honoring the First 50 Years of MBCI,” recognizing five decades of product innovation, growth and partnership with customers across North America.
“As we celebrate 50 years of MBCI, we’re incredibly proud of the legacy built by the generations of team members who have shaped this brand,” said Matt Ackley, President of Metal Solutions at Cornerstone Building Brands. “What excites us most is where we’re headed. By bringing together the strength of MBCI, the expanded capabilities of Metal Sales and the scale of Metal Solutions, we’re creating a more powerful platform for our customers. They can expect continued investment in innovation, expanded product offerings and an ongoing commitment to helping them succeed on every project.”
The anniversary campaign will run throughout 2026 and will recognize the customers, employees and partners who have contributed to MBCI’s success, while reinforcing the brand’s continued momentum and forward-looking focus. Key initiatives include:
- Customer and employee storytelling that highlights long-standing partnerships and shared success across the industry
- Digital and social campaigns showcasing product innovation and customer impact
- Educational content demonstrating how MBCI continues to evolve to meet changing customer needs
Customers, partners and industry professionals are invited to explore the 50th anniversary experience and learn more about MBCI’s history and future by visiting https://www.mbci.com/50th/.
Looking Ahead at the Next 50 Years
As MBCI celebrates this milestone, the brand remains focused on the future — investing in streamlined processes, digital tools and forward-thinking solutions designed to enhance the customer experience and support the next generation of construction.
“As customer needs continue to evolve, we’re focused on making it easier to do business with us — whether that’s through broader access, faster service or smarter solutions,” said Ackley. “The future of MBCI is about delivering more value, more consistency and more opportunity for our customers and partners across the industry.”
About MBCI
MBCI, a brand within Cornerstone Building Brands’ Metal Solutions business, has been providing metal building components to customers since 1976. Supported by a network of more than 100 manufacturing and distribution locations across North America, MBCI offers a comprehensive portfolio of more than 90 metal roof and wall panel profiles, along with structural components, trim and accessories. Together, these capabilities enable MBCI to deliver end-to-end expertise and reliable solutions across the full project lifecycle.
About Cornerstone Building Brands
Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes approximately 19,400 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship is embedded in our culture and guides our commitment to responsible growth, environmental care and community impact.
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