Metal Design Systems Inc.

Metal Design Systems Inc. Metal Design Systems, Inc. is a national specialty metals fabricator based out of Cedar Rapids, Iowa

is a national specialty metals fabricator based out of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. We provide innovative engineered systems, as well as design and development resources to support your designs and creative concepts. We offer many unique and sustainable claddings to select from, such as ACM, Plate, Colored Stainless, Copper, Zinc, Phenolic Material, Fiber Cement and others. Metal Design Systems is continuo

usly incorporating new methodology into our systems to add innovative features and installation improvements in the field. Our systems perform to the highest industry standards, as well as adding aesthetics to your building. We are environmentally responsible and our facility takes a forward, conscientious approach throughout the manufacturing process. We are guided by our cultural values of servant leadership, integrity, innovation and quality. We are committed to our customer’s success through imaginative products, adaptable services to enhance value, and mechanical solutions for innovative design concepts.

Happy Labor Day from MDSI! Today, we recognize the hard work, dedication, and skill of the people who keep industries mo...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from MDSI!

Today, we recognize the hard work, dedication, and skill of the people who keep industries moving forward every day.

At MDSI, we are especially grateful for each of our team members and the talent, commitment, collaboration, and care they bring to their work each day. Every person plays an important role in moving MDSI forward and serving our customer partners well.

We hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable Labor Day!

09/03/2026

From Concept to Constructible | MDSI Design Lab

Great projects don’t always begin with a complete set of answers. Sometimes they start with a sketch, an idea, or a vision for something that hasn’t been built before.

That’s where the MDSI Design Lab comes in.

Our Design Lab works alongside project teams to help develop architectural concepts into innovative, buildable solutions. Whether a project is still taking shape or already has a clear design direction, our team brings the resources, experience, and problem-solving needed to help move that vision forward.

From unique building envelope solutions to distinctive architectural and branding elements, we’re ready to explore what’s possible.

Have an idea you’re not quite sure how to bring to life? Let’s talk.
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⭐ TEAM MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: TIM QUANDT ⭐ This week, we’re spotlighting Tim Quandt, Designer, who has been part of the MDSI ...
08/28/2026

⭐ TEAM MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: TIM QUANDT ⭐

This week, we’re spotlighting Tim Quandt, Designer, who has been part of the MDSI team for more than 13 years!

Before joining MDSI, Tim spent 21 years in the sign industry and also worked as a commercial artist. One thing many may not know is that he once carried his portfolio around Chicago, riding the CTA and walking the streets in pursuit of art opportunities.

What Tim enjoys most about MDSI is the culture of teamwork, grace, and genuine care for one another.
When asked about a memorable project from his time at MDSI, Tim shared Nordstrom Rack, a project he enjoyed being part of from the initial large mock-up through the final job.

Throughout his time at MDSI, Tim has learned a lot about the construction industry, knowledge that has also come in handy while tackling projects around his own home. Outside of work, Tim has been married for almost 34 years, and if given the opportunity to learn something new, he says he’d love to learn a couple of new languages.

And finally, with a little Tim humor, one of his favorite quote combinations is:
“To be is to do.” – Socrates
“To do is to be.” – Sartre
“Do be do be do.” – Sinatra 😄

Thank you, Tim, for 13+ years of creativity, experience, and dedication to MDSI!

Project in Progress: Cedar Crossing Casino Work is continuing to take shape at Cedar Crossing Casino as the project work...
08/21/2026

Project in Progress: Cedar Crossing Casino

Work is continuing to take shape at Cedar Crossing Casino as the project works through the process of its three installation phases.

This project includes multiple scopes of work, including HPL/Fundermax panels and ACM panels at the entrances.

With several different elements coming together, it is exciting to see the project continue to progress on site.

Here’s a little sneak peek of the project, where the panels are helping bring the design to life.

We’re looking forward to seeing the finished result as Cedar Crossing Casino continues to come together!

Community Changers at MDSI  At MDSI, Servanthood is one of our core values. Through our Community Changers program, our ...
08/14/2026

Community Changers at MDSI

At MDSI, Servanthood is one of our core values.
Through our Community Changers program, our team members are given the opportunity to complete eight hours of paid volunteer work each year with one of our participating community organizations.

One example is our team’s participation in Matthew 25’s Transform Week 2026, where MDSI team members helped paint the foundation of one home before heading to another property to paint a deck and fence.

We are proud to support our team as they use their time and talents to serve others and make a meaningful difference in the communities where we live and work.

⭐ Team Member Spotlight: Keagan Barrett ⭐ Keagan joined MDSI in 2021 while looking for a career that offered long-term g...
08/07/2026

⭐ Team Member Spotlight: Keagan Barrett ⭐

Keagan joined MDSI in 2021 while looking for a career that offered long-term growth. Manufacturing gave him the opportunity to build new skills and contribute to an industry that plays an important role in Iowa’s economy, with MDSI’s unique work making it an even better fit.

Since joining the team, Keagan has strengthened his ability to manage deadlines, adapt to changing schedules, organize his workflow, and communicate across different levels of leadership.

His favorite part of MDSI is the camaraderie on the shop floor. The team works hard, laughs often, and has built friendships that extend beyond work. He is especially proud of the progress made in panel crating, support material coordination, and material administration to improve efficiency and quality for our customer partners.

Outside of work, Keagan enjoys sports, history, reading, wrestling with his kids, spending time with his wife, reading the Bible, and praying with his family.
Romans 5:8 and 2 Corinthians 5:21 are the life verses that guide him.

Fun fact: Keagan has a strong interest in public policy and, given the time and opportunity, would love to serve his fellow Iowans as a state politician.

We’re grateful to have Keagan on the MDSI team!

Department Highlight: Project Management Project Management plays a key role in keeping our projects moving forward from...
07/31/2026

Department Highlight: Project Management

Project Management plays a key role in keeping our projects moving forward from planning to ex*****on. At MDSI, our Project Management Team serves as the technical lead on assigned projects, working closely with teams and customers to help ensure each job stays on track, within scope, and aligned with project expectations.

From reviewing specifications and drawings to identifying potential risks early, this team helps bring clarity and direction to every stage of the process. They work behind the scenes to support scan readiness, resolve technical issues, track project status, and collaborate across departments to help deliver quality results.

Their strong communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills help connect the many moving pieces of a project and keep things progressing smoothly. We are grateful for the knowledge, consistency, and support our Project Management Team brings to MDSI every day!

07/24/2026

Project Highlight: Imani Village Senior Residences

We are proud to highlight MDSI’s work on Imani Village Senior Residences, a thoughtfully designed community in Chicago that provides seniors with modern, comfortable housing and spaces that support connection and independent living.

The building’s exterior features Alucobond ACM in three colors, with bold black and yellow accents surrounding the windows to bring energy, dimension, and character to the façade.

Before the project was awarded, the MDSI team developed a full-scale mock-up to demonstrate how the dimensional bump-out panels could be fabricated using extended return legs and added reinforcement. This early collaboration helped showcase the design possibilities of ACM and supported the project’s transition from insulated metal panels to a custom ACM system.

Using MDSI Exact Site Scanning, our team captured precise field measurements to ensure the panel layout and joint lines aligned beautifully across the building.

This project reflects MDSI’s commitment to thoughtful preconstruction, advanced technology, expert craftsmanship, and solutions that bring architectural designs to life.

Thank you to ALUCOBOND, a valued MDSI partner, and to every member of the MDSI team who contributed to this project!

A Night at the Ballpark! ⚾️🌽🎆This weekend, MDSI team members and their families came together for A Night at the Ballpar...
07/20/2026

A Night at the Ballpark! ⚾️🌽🎆

This weekend, MDSI team members and their families came together for A Night at the Ballpark for the Cedar Rapids Kernels game!

From cheering on the Kernels and enjoying classic ballpark food, watching the kids play, and ending the evening with an incredible fireworks show, it was a night full of fun, laughter, and great company.

At MDSI, strong teams are built through meaningful relationships, both on and off the job. We're grateful for opportunities like this to connect, make memories, and celebrate the amazing people who make MDSI such a special place to work.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a memorable evening. We can't wait for the next opportunity to get together!⚾️❤️

We’re hiring!MDSI is looking to add talented individuals to our team. We are currently hiring for the following position...
07/10/2026

We’re hiring!

MDSI is looking to add talented individuals to our team.
We are currently hiring for the following positions:

Director of Design
Designer
Project Manager
Sales Executive

Our hiring philosophy is centered on finding people whose strengths, work ethic, and natural abilities align with the qualities that make our team successful. We value individuals who are eager to learn, take pride in their work, and want to be part of a team that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Interested candidates can learn more about our open positions by visiting:
https://metaldesignsystems.com/careers/

To apply or request additional information, please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

We look forward to connecting with candidates who may be a perfect fit at MDSI!

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103 Chamber Drive
Anamosa, IA
52205

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