Our team’s significant expansion over the last year notably included the appointment of Larry McGlothlin as the company’s Director of Manufacturing Technology. With over three decades of experience in the pre-engineered steel building industry and a strong background in software consulting, Mr. McGlothlin is now overseeing Allied’s optimization of Metal Building Software (MBS), an industry-standard software that streamlines the estimation, design, detailing, and fabrication processes.

“Larry’s exceptional expertise and dedication to innovation make him a valuable addition to our team,” said Michael Lassner, CEO at Allied Steel Buildings. “His unique blend of industry experience and software consulting will play a crucial role in driving manufacturing excellence and supporting our continued growth.”

Mr. McGlothlin’s thirty-year tenure in the steel building industry has allowed him to gain invaluable experience across diverse roles including operations manager, steel building broker, and certified welding inspector. In 2015, he founded Apland Consulting, where he assisted some of the largest companies in the industry with using MBS and implementing customized solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency.

In 2021, Mr. McGlothlin began consulting for Allied Steel Buildings, where his expertise in optimizing MBS and integrating data from Allied’s Master Builder into the software made him an invaluable asset that Allied sought to bring in house by late 2023. Mr. McGlothlin has since been supporting the company’s cutting-edge new fabrication facility in McGregor, Texas which has presented unprecedented opportunities to explore how these programs can help drive automation. The plant’s first-in-the-world fully automated robotics system marks a departure from traditional steel manufacturing systems and Mr. McGlothlin is eager to explore how to integrate these systems to unlock new levels of innovation.

“At Allied, innovation isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a way of life,” said Larry McGlothlin. “With a relentless work ethic driving every endeavor, we redefine excellence at every turn, propelling ourselves toward unprecedented success.”

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Mr. Mutis’s extensive professional background most recently includes co-founding a Texas-based engineering firm specializing in designing building systems for the commercial and industrial sectors. During his tenure as that company’s Director of Engineering, Mr. Mutis oversaw the design of over 2,500 buildings, including several contracted by Allied.

Allied’s growth as a key account since 2020 led to the eventual acquisition of the metal building division this year. Recognizing Mr. Mutis’s unique talent and expertise, Allied was pleased to invite him to lead the integration of his team and its engineering expertise into Allied’s key processes.

Prior to co-founding the engineering firm, Mr. Mutis held key leadership and engineering positions at a a Fortune One Hundred’s Buildings Group, overseeing the production and performance of buildings within that company’s petrochemical facilities around the world.

At Allied, Mr. Mutis’s responsibilities will encompass integrating engineering processes, fostering collaboration with external partners, and refining project management methodologies to ensure the seamless execution and delivery of projects. His leadership will be instrumental to Allied’s growth and success as the company approaches another milestone in its history as a leading global steel construction company.

Allied’s highly anticipated new fabrication facility in McGregor, Texas will provide new opportunities to develop leading solutions for engineering systems and processes that optimize production. From an engineering perspective, the plant’s first-in-the-world fully automated robotics system will drive new considerations for how buildings are designed, marking a departure from traditional steel manufacturing systems.

“Joining the Allied Steel Buildings family is a tremendous honor, and I am excited to contribute to the company’s ongoing success,” said Franz Mutis. “Allied has a well-earned reputation for embracing challenges and striving for innovation, and I look forward to leading our engineering team to new heights of excellence.”

In addition to his extensive professional experience, Mr. Mutis holds a Master of Science in Construction Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Oklahoma. He is a registered Structural Engineer and Professional Engineer across multiple states.

Franz Mutis’s appointment as Vice President of Engineering underscores Allied Steel Buildings’ commitment to engineering excellence and innovation. With his leadership, the company is poised to enhance its capabilities and deliver new value to clients across the USA, Caribbean, and international markets.

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