| 1984年 |
We entered the market with aluminum products made by YKK AP Japan in 1984 and opened a branch in Atlanta in 1986. |
| 1991-04-24 |
YKK AP America Inc. was incorporated on April 24, 1991. The company chose Dublin, GA as home for its manufacturing base. |
| 1992年 |
We opened our manufacturing plant in Dublin, GA in September 1992. The facility is a vertically integrated operation with advanced technology for complete aluminum product manufacturing. |
| 1996年 |
In 1996, we expanded the Dublin manufacturing facility by 100,000 square feet and opened a Cincinnati branch to serve the Midwest region. |
| 1997年 |
In 1997, we were granted a patent for our impact-resistant ProTek® door assembly, pioneering water resistance in impact doors. |
| 1998年 |
In 1998, we established the 'Sister Cities' relationship with Osaki, Japan, and supported community initiatives like the Dublin FIRST Robotics Competition. |
| 1999年 |
In 1999, we released the first version of our Ycalc® estimating software to assist glazing contractors with design and fabrication. |
| 2000年 |
In 2000, we received the Region 9 Existing Industry Award from the Georgia Economic Developers Association. |
| 2002年 |
In 2002, we held the grand opening of our new fabrication plant in Dublin, GA, expanding capacity for commercial windows and doors. |
| 2003年 |
Our Dublin manufacturing plant achieved ISO 14001 certification, emphasizing environmental standards and a 73% recycling rate. |
| 2004年 |
In 2004, YKK AP achieved over $100 million in sales for the first time. |
| 2005年 |
In 2005, we shipped our first vinyl windows to Quality Craft, Inc., marking our entry into the residential market. |
| 2006年 |
In 2006, we broke ground on an $80M expansion of the Dublin plant and opened a Cincinnati branch to enhance local service. |
| 2007年 |
YKK AP officially launched its residential division and began plans for a vinyl window manufacturing facility in Macon, GA. |
| 2008年 |
In 2008, we launched the ThermaShade® Sun Control System, which won the IDEA design award in 2009. |
| 2009年 |
In 2009, we launched enerGfacade®, an energy-efficient line of framing systems using patented technologies. |
| 2010年 |
In 2010, we debuted the YKK Thermal Assistant software for system performance analysis. |
| 2011年 |
In 2011, we demonstrated the strength of ProTek® impact-resistant glazing with a minor league pitcher at AIA New Orleans. |
| 2012年 |
In 2013, we launched the first 'I am an Architect' video at AIA Denver, which gained over two million views. |
| 2013年 |
We opened a new showroom, STUDIO 101, in our Atlanta HQ to showcase products and host training. |
| 2014年07月 |
In July 2014, we opened a 105,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in Coppell, Texas, serving the south central and western regions. |
| 2015年 |
In 2015, we became the first in the fenestration industry with third-party certified environmental product declarations and launched the direct freight shipping program. |
| 2016年 |
In 2016, Oliver Stepe was promoted to President of YKK AP America Inc., leading new initiatives and cultural changes. |
| 2017年 |
In 2017, YKK AP recognized Martin Luther King, Jr. Day as a paid holiday, supporting diversity and community efforts. |
| 2018年 |
In 2018, Patrys was appointed as the company's first female vice president, focusing on organizational excellence. |
| 2019年 |
In 2019, we opened a Midwest manufacturing center in Cincinnati and acquired Erie Architectural Products to expand our product offerings. |
| 2021年 |
Various milestones that shaped the company's history, including product innovations and regional expansions, occurred in 2021. |
| 2022年 |
Recent milestones and developments up to 2022, reflecting ongoing growth and innovation. |
| 2023年 |
Latest milestones and achievements in 2023, continuing the company's legacy. |
| 2024年 |
Projected or upcoming milestones for 2024 based on available information. |
| 2025年 |
Future plans and strategic initiatives for 2025 and beyond. |
