Atlas Structural Systems celebrates grand opening in Lewiston, Maine  

Lewiston, Maine – October 21, 2026 – Atlas Structural Systems, a leading manufacturer and distributor of structural building components, celebrated its grand opening in Lewiston, Maine on Wednesday, recognizing its role in helping build homes faster and more efficiently for Maine communities.  

Representing an expansion into Maine, the Lewiston facility marks an increase in production capacity in the northeastern market for Atlas Structural Systems, an affiliate of J.D. Irving, Limited. The facility employs 50 people from the region.  

In attendance at the grand opening was Mr. Jim Irving, CEO of J.D. Irving, Limited, whose companies include Atlas Structural Systems. He was joined by Senator Susan Collins, Lewiston Mayor Carl Sheline and representatives of the Maine State Chamber of Commerce.  

“This celebration today is about getting more houses built in Maine while providing jobs for the great people of Lewiston,” said Jim Irving, CEO of J.D. Irving, Limited, whose companies include Atlas Structural Systems. “We are grateful for Senator Susan Collins for her continued support for economic growth in Maine that helps create opportunities like this one.”  

Located on 14 acres along I-95, the 40,000 square-foot off-site construction facility produces prefabricated wall, floor and stair panels that are used to build more affordable homes and multi-family buildings.   

"We're proud to operate in Maine and be part of a community that values hard work, craftsmanship and economic growth," said Marc Richard, General Manager of Atlas Structural Systems. "This investment is how we are doing our part to address the housing shortage we see in Maine while providing jobs to the local community.” 

L to R: Marc Richard, GM, Atlas Structural Systems; Alex Irving; former U.S. Senator Joe Manchin; J.D. Irving, Limited CEO Jim Irving; U.S. Senator Susan Collins; David Irving; Rannie MacDonald, VP, Retail, J.D. Irving, Limited