The following decade granted them the opportunity to expand even further. They began collaborating with family-owned establishments, schoolhouses, and even built their featured product stereo units. By that time, their efforts encompassed all aspects of commercial millwork.
In 1978, ownership of the Hire-Nelson Company transferred to two long-term employees. Bud Gilbert, who was with HN since it began, and Don Thomas. Throughout the 70s and 80s, the company produced and installed Hire-Nelson products nationwide.
In 2000, the current owner and operations team saw to it that past production equipment, methods, and installments were aggressively updated, advanced, and replaced. These advancements included the introduction of the latest CNC machinery, advanced computer technology and enhanced craftsmanship.