Winsted, Minn., May 15, 2025 – Winsted-based Millerbernd Manufacturing, a global leader in DOT traffic and lighting infrastructure and circular product solutions, recently acquired C4 Welding, a certified precision welding and machining manufacturer located in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota. The purchase will instantly add greater capability and capacity for Millerbernd, while expanding the company’s portfolio with diversification in circular products and the addition of ASME-certified pressure vessels.
All of C4’s workforce will remain employed as their 154,000-square-foot facility continues operation. The facility will now be called Millerbernd Circular Products.
“We’re very excited about this acquisition,” said Eric Stack, President at Millerbernd. “We pride ourselves on our quality, capability, and capacity, and the addition of C4 is going to allow us to achieve higher levels in all three areas.”
Millerbernd is known for producing high-quality steel street and area lighting structures, traffic signal poles, and a wide range of circular products. These components are used in Department of Transportation infrastructure, as well as in the mining, construction, wind energy, rail, and HVAC industries.
“This fast-tracks our long-term growth strategy,” said Millerbernd CEO and owner Trevor Millerbernd. “Now we have additional capacity and access to the area’s larger pool of talent, which will have an immediate impact.”
The acquisition will accelerate Millerbernd’s pursuit of continuous innovation and give its customers more options for start-to-finish manufacturing solutions. It also provides greater growth opportunities for all employees.
Photo Caption: C4 Welding (shown) located in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, was recently acquired by Millerbernd Manufacturing of Winsted, Minnesota. According to Millerbernd owner and CEO Trevor Millerbernd, the facility will be renamed Millerbernd Circular Products and will add greater capability and capacity to Millerbernd’s portfolio.
“We’re a company that believes in our values and the strength of our employees,” Stack said. “It’s why we put so much focus on the opportunities and the benefits we provide. We’re excited to start working with this talented and motivated team.”
To learn more about Millerbernd’s 90-plus-year history to becoming a world leader in transportation infrastructure and circular products, visit millerbernd.com. For more about the acquisition or future workforce expectations, please visit millerbernd.com/about-us/contact. For employment opportunities, visit the Millerbernd Careers page found millerbernd.com/careers.