#MakeItinMD Tour Talks
@ Shelter Systems
As part of the Make It In Maryland Program, #MakeItInMD Tour Talks bring Maryland’s manufacturing and industry leaders together for hands-on discussions about innovation, digital transformation, and the technologies shaping the future of manufacturing. These events connect manufacturers who are embracing automation, smart systems, and advanced production methods to share insights, challenges, and real-world solutions driving competitiveness and growth.
At each Tour Talk, participants hear directly from the host company, tour their cutting-edge facility, and engage in peer-to-peer networking designed to spark collaboration and technology adoption across Maryland’s manufacturing ecosystem.
Next Stop: Shelter Systems
Join us for the next stop in our #MakeItInMD Tour Talk series — a special behind-the-scenes look at Shelter Systems, a third-generation family-owned structural wood component manufacturer based in Westminster, MD.
Shelter Systems has earned a strong reputation in the Mid-Atlantic region for its commitment to precision manufacturing and dependable customer service. With decades of experience supporting residential, commercial, and agricultural builders, the company blends deep industry knowledge with a forward-thinking approach to design and production. Their team emphasizes collaboration with contractors and project managers, ensuring structural components are optimized for performance, safety, and build efficiency. This focus on partnership and continuous improvement has positioned Shelter Systems as a trusted manufacturing leader in Maryland’s construction supply chain.
At this Tour Talk, participants will:
- Get an inside look at Shelter Systems’ state-of-the-art 120,000 sq ft manufacturing facility — including their roof and floor truss production lines.
- Hear directly from Shelter Systems’ leadership and design/manufacturing team about how they leverage modern design software, lean manufacturing, and engineered wood technology to deliver high-quality structural components.
- Engage in peer-to-peer networking with other Maryland manufacturers and discuss best practices for efficient building processes, supply-chain strategies, and component-based construction.
Don’t miss this opportunity to see how a leading wood-component manufacturer operates and to build connections across Maryland’s manufacturing community. Please register to reserve your spot — space is limited.
DATE & TIME:
- February 19, 2026
- 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
LOCATION:
- Shelter Systems
- 1025 Meadow Branch Rd
Westminster, MD 21158
COST:
- There is no cost to attend but you must register!
- Attendance is limited to
MANUFACTURERS ONLY! (Companies must have a valid Manufacturing NAICS code)
CONTACT:
For questions regarding this event, please contact:
Samantha Calvo
scalvo@mdmep.org
