Guardian Building Products Distribution is an extensive network of distribution centers and laminating plants located throughout North America. Its parent company, Guardian Building Products, consists of Ashley Aluminum, Guardian Fiberglass and Guardian Installed Services. Each of these divisions serves the residential and commercial construction industries, providing fiberglass insulation, aluminum, building products and installation services. Guardian Building Products is owned by Guardian Industries, a manufacturer of architectural glass and automotive products. Guardian Industries and its subsidiaries and affiliates employ more than 19,000 people at manufacturing facilities located throughout North America, Europe, South America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Guardian Building Products Distribution is headquartered in Greer, S.C. The company has a branch location in Dallas.