Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Architectural Metal Finishing
Founded in 1983, Linetec has established itself as the nation's largest independent architectural metals finishing company. Our expertise lies in delivering high-performance coatings, including fluoropolymer PVDF paint, powder paint, and eco-friendly acid-etch anodize, alongside specialty finishes like wood grain and copper anodized aluminum. As a single-source solution, we integrate value-added services such as thermal improvement, aluminum stretch forming, and nationwide trucking to streamline project timelines and reduce costs. With over four decades of experience, our commitment to quality is underscored by adherence to AAMA standards and a long-standing reputation for environmental stewardship.Headquartered in Wausau, Wisconsin, we operate state-of-the-art facilities spanning nearly one million square feet, serving architects, engineers, and manufacturers nationwide. Recognized with industry accolades, including Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year, we combine technical innovation with personalized service to meet the evolving needs of the architectural community.
Services
Architectural Paint
Anodizing
Specialty Finishes
Thermal Strut
Stretch Forming
Managed Inventory
Trucking Services
Powder Coating
Acid-Etch Anodize
Custom Color Matching
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of expertise in architectural metal finishing.
- Our single-source model integrates finishing, inventory, and logistics services.
- We maintain AAMA-certified quality standards across all processes.
- Our environmental commitment includes eco-friendly finishing options.
- We provide nationwide delivery with dedicated trucking routes.
Associations and certifications
- American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA)
Services
Architectural Paint
We provide high-performance architectural paint coatings for aluminum building products. Our services include in-house blending of 50,000+ standard colors and custom options, ensuring durability against weathering and UV exposure. Ideal for windows, curtain walls, and storefront systems, our finishes meet AAMA specifications for commercial projects.
Anodizing
Our anodizing process creates durable, corrosion-resistant finishes on aluminum. Using eco-friendly acid-etch methods, we produce consistent colors while preserving the metal's natural texture. Applications include architectural panels, structural components, and decorative elements requiring long-term performance.
Thermal Strut
Thermal strut systems reduce heat transfer in aluminum framing by integrating polyamide insulating strips. This solution enhances energy efficiency in windows and curtain walls while maintaining structural integrity. Available in widths from 10mm to 96mm for customizable thermal performance.
Stretch Forming
Stretch forming contours aluminum extrusions into precise curved shapes without compromising material integrity. Partnering with Southern Stretch Forming, we handle complex geometries for architectural applications, ensuring color consistency when combined with finishing services.
Specialty Finishes
We offer unique finishing solutions including copper anodize, wood grain imitations, and textured terra cotta coatings. These specialty options enable distinctive design aesthetics for facades, interior elements, and decorative features in commercial buildings.
People
Tony Pupp
Regional Sales Manager
With extensive industry knowledge, Tony Pupp leads regional sales efforts from Linetec's Wausau headquarters, supporting clients across the Midwest.
Tammy Schroeder
Director of Marketing
Tammy Schroeder oversees Linetec's marketing strategy, emphasizing sustainable practices and technical education for architectural professionals.
Jake Kriewald
Architectural Sales Representative
Jake Kriewald provides specialized sales support for architectural clients, focusing on finishing solutions for commercial building projects.
Renee Vaughn
Architectural Sales Representative
Renee Vaughn assists clients with specification of high-performance coatings and value-added services from Linetec's Wausau facility.
Aaron Dupont
Architectural Sales Representative
Aaron Dupont supports architectural clients with technical sales expertise, ensuring optimal finishing solutions for complex projects.
Questions
What architectural finishing services does Linetec offer?
We provide paint coatings, anodizing, specialty finishes, thermal barriers, stretch forming, and logistics services for commercial building components.
Are Linetec's finishes environmentally responsible?
Yes. We prioritize eco-friendly options like acid-etch anodize and maintain industry-leading sustainability practices since 2000.
Do you offer nationwide delivery?
Yes. Our dedicated trucking fleet provides reliable delivery across the U.S., with over 45 weekly routes.
What quality standards do you follow?
We adhere to AAMA QAG-1-09 specifications and maintain rigorous in-house quality control for all finishing processes.
Can you handle custom color requests?
Yes. We offer custom color matching with 50,000+ standard options and specialty finishes like wood grain effects.
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Reviews (6)
Alex Pivovarskiy
Nov 05, 2021
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Really hard to figure out how to get to the shipping receiving door. So many signs that doesn't make any sense, good luck, drivers. Christa Mccarten is never answering the phone.
Ed Mahler
Aug 08, 2020
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Very nice place! With even nicer people. Didn't matter who I ran into and talked with. They are polite and have nothing but great things to say about linetec.
Russell Moseler
Jun 28, 2019
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I'm a truck driver and I have dealt with a lot of big companies that treat drivers like some sort of second class citizen and they take 6 or 8 hours to get you loaded. But that's not the case at linetec everyone I deal with is extremely nice! I get loaded there every week I always look forward to the stop. The 1st shift bosses and dock workers are extremely nice!! I wish there was more places to work with that where as top knotch as these guys are!
Wonderman Wonder
Jul 01, 2018
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If you work their 4 hours block, there is no break. You will definitely need a Gatorade bottle nearby to pee in, as the line never stop.
George James
Jun 27, 2018
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You keep advertising but won't hire anyone not worth applying must need to "know" someone
John Doe
Sep 01, 2017
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This was a great company to work for. I had to leave for personal reasons but the coworkers and company were much better than other places I worked.