Plant Tours
KI – Bonduel
Bonduel, WI
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KI is more than a furniture manufacturer—it’s an employee-owned company built on listening, learning, and creating spaces that inspire. Since its beginnings with a simple metal folding chair, KI has grown into a leader in commercial furnishings, driven by a larger purpose: to make a difference in the lives of customers, employees, and communities.
Visitors to KI’s Bonduel facility will see how people-centered values guide every step of the process. From sustainable product design and responsible manufacturing to an inclusive workplace culture, KI demonstrates how innovation and stewardship can go hand in hand. The tour will showcase how KI’s furnishings—crafted with care and Wisconsin pride—help shape environments where people learn, work, and connect.
At KI, diversity of voices and a commitment to environmental responsibility fuel creativity and quality. Guests will discover how KI continues to change lives “one chair at a time,” blending craftsmanship with a mission to serve people and communities.
Join us in Bonduel to experience how KI combines employee ownership, sustainability, and design excellence to create furniture that truly makes an impact.
Cruiser Yachts
Polaski, WI
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For over 70 years, Cruisers Yachts has been setting the standard in American-made luxury boats, blending performance, style, and craftsmanship. Their 600,000+ square-foot Pulaski facility is home to advanced engineering and production capabilities—including a dedicated test tank—that ensure every vessel is built with unmatched precision and attention to detail.
On this tour, attendees will experience:
- State-of-the-art manufacturing processes used to craft yachts up to 73 feet in nearly any configuration.
- Innovative design and engineering that bring to life models across the FLY, Cantius, GLS, and VTR series.
- Behind-the-scenes expertise, meeting the skilled team whose craftsmanship and dedication drive the company’s reputation for excellence.
Cruisers Yachts doesn’t just build boats—they create experiences. This tour offers a rare opportunity to see how timeless design, modern innovation, and hands-on expertise come together to craft vessels that deliver adventure, comfort, and memories on the water.
Valley Custom Door
DePere, WI
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For more than 50 years, Valley Custom Door has been crafting cabinet doors that elevate projects and protect reputations. Founded on the principles of partnership and precision, the company has refined its processes to consistently deliver superior quality, exceptional service, and on-time shipments—whether the order is for one custom door or a thousand.
Visitors to Valley Custom Door’s new De Pere facility will see firsthand how dedication to craftsmanship meets customer care. The tour highlights their wide range of wood species and finishes, showcasing how thousands of combinations can be tailored to meet the unique needs of each project. Guests will also learn how Valley Custom Door’s sustainability practices and technical expertise ensure that every door is both beautiful and reliable.
At the heart of Valley Custom Door is a people-first approach: each customer works with a dedicated representative who understands their goals and provides unmatched support. This commitment has made Valley Custom Door a trusted partner in the woodworking industry for decades.
As a long-time, valued WCMA member, Valley Custom Door is proud to serve as a WoodTech Connect 2026 Plant Tour Host, welcoming attendees to experience their new facility and discover how craftsmanship, innovation, and customer care come together to exceed expectations and deliver doors that make a lasting impact.
Green Bay Packaging – Mill Division
Green Bay, WI
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At Green Bay Packaging’s Mill Division, sustainability and innovation drive every roll of paper produced. This fully integrated paper mill operates with 100% recycled materials, setting a high standard for environmental responsibility in the corrugated packaging industry.
Visitors will see how state-of-the-art papermaking technology transforms recycled fiber into premium linerboard and medium. Automated equipment ensures accuracy, efficiency, and on-time delivery, while advanced digital solutions and embedded sensors continuously monitor and adjust processes in real time. The result: products that consistently exceed the highest technical standards in the industry.
The tour highlights Green Bay Packaging’s commitment to environmental innovation and process excellence. Guests will discover how cutting-edge manufacturing technologies and data-driven insights create packaging materials that are both sustainable and world-class.
Join us in Green Bay to experience how Green Bay Packaging combines environmental stewardship, technological leadership, and precision manufacturing to shape the future of paper packaging.
Granite Valley Forest Products
New London, WI
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Granite Valley Forest Products operates one of the most advanced hardwood facilities in the Western Hemisphere, setting the standard for grading, kiln-drying, and warehousing. With a commitment to industry-leading best practices, Granite Valley is recognized for maintaining the highest grading standards in the industry—helping customers maximize profit margins while minimizing waste.
Visitors to the New London flagship facility will gain insight into:
- Kiln-drying operations powered by 40 kilns, designed to ensure proper airflow and consistent quality without the pressure to rush production.
- VisionTally technology, which delivers high-density pallets, improved yields, and precise order tracking accuracy.
- Comprehensive processing capacity, with more than 50 million board feet handled annually.
This tour offers a firsthand look at how Granite Valley combines scale, precision, and innovation to deliver consistent results for customers. Attendees will walk away with a deeper understanding of advanced hardwood processing, efficiency-driven practices, and the technologies shaping modern lumber production.
Oshkosh Door
Oshkosh, WI
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Founded in 1853, Oshkosh Door Company has deep roots in Wisconsin’s woodworking tradition and a proud legacy of craftsmanship. From its beginnings as Paine Lumber—an industry pioneer—the company has remained committed to its people, its community, and to producing doors that combine durability, style, and sustainability.
On this tour, attendees will explore Oshkosh Door’s 10-acre campus and gain insight into:
• Architectural Flush Wood Doors crafted for commercial applications worldwide, blending strength with design versatility.
• Sustainable practices that incorporate recycled content, renewable and low-emitting materials, and certified wood.
• Customization options including a wide range of veneers and laminates to meet diverse project needs.
• A people-centered culture, where craftsmanship and Wisconsin pride are at the heart of every product.
Visitors will see firsthand how Oshkosh Door continues to innovate while honoring its heritage—creating opening solutions that protect, inspire, and add value to spaces across the globe.
Elipticon Wood Products
Kimberly, WI
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Elipticon Wood Products is a trusted leader in custom millwork solutions, serving premium window, cabinet, and door manufacturers across the industry. With a reputation built on reliability and innovation, Elipticon has become the partner of choice for companies that demand uncompromising quality and seamless fulfillment.
A Legacy of Vision and Ownership
When John Wiley purchased Elipticon in 1993, he saw more than a business—he saw potential. Guided by a relentless dedication to quality, a true commitment to service, and a culture built on trust, Elipticon grew steadily over the next two decades, weathering challenges such as the 2008 recession while strengthening its reputation for excellence.
John’s vision extended beyond growth: he dreamed that the people who built Elipticon’s success would one day own it. That dream became reality on August 31, 2015, when Elipticon proudly transitioned to a 100% employee-owned company. Today, every product reflects not only precision craftsmanship but also the pride of ownership shared by the entire team.
What They Do
- Custom Millwork Solutions
- High-Trust Fulfillment
- Just-in-Time Production
- Private-Label Capabilities
As a valued WCMA member and host of one of the WoodTech Connect 2026 Plant Tours, Elipticon Wood Products is proud to showcase its advanced capabilities, rich history, and employee-owned culture. Attendees will gain insight into how Elipticon’s innovative production programs and collaborative spirit continue to shape the future of millwork manufacturing.