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As Backyard Products continues to build backyards across America, it only makes sense that our own backyard grows too. On October 22nd, during our groundbreaking ceremony, we were pleased to announce a major expansion to our 200,000 square foot manufacturing plant in Monroe, MI. This $3 million investment offers 60,000 square feet of additional storage and improved shipping capacity.

The building completion is slated for April 2021 and we are excited to see the final results. We are also planning $1-2 million in equipment upgrades to improve efficiency and safety in the workplace.

The Backyard Products Family Grows

We’re expecting to add 15-20 more jobs next year to help keep up with our accelerated growth model. During these unprecedented covid-19 times, this is a statement we’re very proud of.

We’re proud to share some of the highlights of the groundbreaking ceremony below.

"We are proud of our company’s Michigan presence and origins starting back in the 70’s. Since then, we have expanded in many other backyard related categories and we see tremendous growth opportunities both organically and through continued acquisitions."

Thomas van der Meulen, CEO

“We’re excited at the prospect of creating 15-20 new jobs and also very appreciative of the continued support from the Monroe community and assistance from the Monroe County Business Development Corporation“

Dan Dalach, Executive Vice President of Human Resources

Backyard Products expansion at a glance:

• Backyard Products and subsidiaries were founded in 1975
• Shed manufacturing operations have been located in Monroe, Michigan since 2006
• Shed operations were consolidated into the existing 200,000 square foot plant at 1000 Ternes Drive
• Strong growth demand in outdoor products and renewed home improvement focus fueled the need for a $3 million, 60,000 square foot building expansion
• Building expansion also includes widening the north exit road 28 feet
• Groundbreaking commenced October 2020 with completion expected in April 2021 – Contractor: Davison Construction
• Current seasonal employment ranges from 125 – 150 FT employees and another 25-40 temps – we’re expecting to add another 15-20 jobs or more next year
• During residence in Monroe over the past 15 years, average CAPEX has exceeded $1mm annually
• There are plans for $1-2mm in upgrades in both lumber and panel goods cutting operations in 2021

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