About Us
At Metal Design Systems, our mission is to empower creativity and deliver exceptional value through innovative specialty metal fabrication solutions. Headquartered in Anamosa Iowa, we proudly serve as a national leader in engineered systems and design resources, supporting a wide array of creative concepts. Our portfolio of unique and sustainable cladding materials – including ACM, Plate, Stainless Steel, Phenolic Material, and Fiber Cement – offers architects and builders unparalleled choices to bring their visions to life.
Our vision is to shape the future of architectural design by blending form and function into every project we undertake. By continuously integrating new methodologies, we enhance our systems with advanced features and streamlined installation improvements. Our commitment to environmental responsibility drives every aspect of our manufacturing process, ensuring that we deliver solutions that are as sustainable as they are innovative. We strive to redefine industry standards by combining aesthetics, performance, and conscientious production practices.
At the heart of MDSI are our core values: Courage, Truth, Wisdom, Servanthood, Excellence. These principles guide everything we do, from the products we create to the partnerships we build. We are dedicated to the success of our customers by offering adaptable services and imaginative solutions that bring their boldest design concepts to reality. Together, we’re building structures that inspire.
Our Culture
At Metal Design Systems, Inc. (MDSI), our commitment to Courage, Truth, Wisdom, Servanthood, and Excellence drives everything we do. These core values shape our company culture and guide us in delivering creative products, flexible services, and technical solutions that support innovative design concepts. We are dedicated to our clients’ success, fostering strong relationships built on trust and collaboration, and consistently striving to exceed expectations with forward-thinking, high-quality solutions that bring their visions to life.
Production Capacity
MDSI’s production facility currently occupies 125,000 square feet of floor space, featuring top-of-the line tools necessary to fabricate world-class panels and materials. Please download this PDF brochure to learn more about the capabilities of the machines listed below.
- Mazak Optiplex 4020 DDL
- CNC Roundo Roller
- AXYZ CNC Route Tables
- Roper Whitney Brake
- Lincoln MIG Welders
- Miller TIG Welders
- Multicyl Punches
- Waldemar Roller
- Metalforming Schröder PowerBend Industrial
- Accurpress Hydraulic Press Brake
- Roper Whitney Shear
- Lincoln TIG Welders
- Elumatec Double Headed Saw
- Crane–Tec
Meet Our Team
Get to know the team behind Metal Design Systems, Inc., whose commitment and skill are the foundation of our success.
Join Our Team
Interested in joining the MDSI family? Visit our Careers page to browse open positions, and feel free to contact us directly with questions.