Guardian Industries

Guardian Industries
Company typeSubsidiary
IndustryGlass, Automotive, and Building Products Distribution
Founded1932 (1932)
Headquarters,
U.S.
Number of locations
148
Key people
Ron Vaupel (CEO)
ProductsCoated, Flat, Insulated, Laminated, and Tempered Glass
Automotive Interior and Exterior Components, Subsystems, and Motorcycle and Commercial Trim Components
Number of employees
18,000
ParentKoch Industries (2017–present)
DivisionsGuardian Building Products
Guardian Glass
SRG Global
Websitewww.guardian.com

Guardian Industries is a privately held industrial manufacturer of glass, automotive and building products based in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The company manufactures float glass, fabricated glass products, fiberglass insulation and building materials for commercial, residential and automotive applications. The company employs more than 18,000 people and has present activities in North and South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.