Our History
Peter Lewis, started Fairview Metal Industries (FMI) in 1968 when he bought a steel manufacturing plant in Timaru. His resilience and spirit were tested when the factory burnt down three months later. Never one to give up, Peter and his team worked through a bitter winter to rebuild the factory and grow the company that we know today.
For over a half a century we have built a strong reputation for exceptional quality products, and genuine innovative thinking.
TIMARU 1968
Fairview Metal Industries established in 1968 burnt down three months later.
TIMARU 1972
Rising from the ashes, Fairview Metal Industries employed up to 26 fabricators manufacturing windows and doors.
TIMARU 1987
First Fairview window outlet in Timaru.
AUCKLAND 1987
Fairview is established in Otahuhu, Auckland
AUCKLAND 1991
In 1991 the Auckland brand became Aluminium Systems NZ Ltd and the first custom designed warehouse was built in Bowden Road, Mt Wellington.
AUCKLAND 2006
In 2006 Fairview Metal Industries moved into new premises in Timaru Place.
AUCKLAND GLASS FACTORY
