Empire State Development (ESD) has announced state support for McAlpin Industries’ planned expansion in the Town of Webster, Monroe County. The company, which specializes in sheet metal work, intends to build a 300,000 square-foot facility on Hard Road. The site will be used for light manufacturing operations such as laser cutting, forming, welding, finishing and assembly. McAlpin Industries plans to begin using part of the building during Phase 1 of the project and may expand further in later phases.
The state is providing up to $1 million through the Excelsior Jobs Tax Credit Program. This support is tied to McAlpin’s commitment to create up to 52 new jobs.
“For more than sixty years, McAlpin Industries has worked tirelessly to establish itself as an international leader in the sheet metal processing business,” said Empire State Development President, CEO & Commissioner Hope Knight. “Thanks to Governor Hochul’s unwavering commitment to supporting innovative companies upstate, McAlpin will now be able to continue to grow and provide top-quality jobs to the Finger Lakes regions’ highly skilled workforce.”
Founded in 1964, McAlpin Industries serves sectors including telecommunications, computers, office equipment, medical devices and automotive products. The company expects its new facility will be operational by late 2026.
McAlpin President & CEO Matt McAlpin stated: “We are honored to partner with Empire State Development and local leaders on this exciting new chapter for McAlpin Industries. Our expansion in Webster represents more than just a new facility—it’s a long-term investment in our community, the future of advanced manufacturing and most importantly, our Associates. This new facility will enhance our capabilities, increase capacity, and strengthen our ability to solve customer challenges, right here in the Greater Rochester area.”
Monroe County and Greater Rochester Enterprise are also contributing assistance for the expansion project. The total cost is estimated at slightly over $23 million.
This initiative supports New York State’s broader efforts aimed at strengthening advanced manufacturing across the state. Governor Kathy Hochul’s strategy includes preparing shovel-ready sites and investing in workforce development programs as well as encouraging growth in semiconductor manufacturing.
State Assemblyman Brian Manktelow commented: “From voting equipment, medical equipment, to electronics and telecommunications, McAlpin Industries has been a major player in nearly every sector for the last 61 years. Their continued growth and return customers are a testament to their commitment to excellence. This new facility is a testament to their commitment to our community. With businesses like McAlpin Industries, we as a state are making key progresses in bolstering advanced technology statewide. Thank you to CEO Matt McAlpin, and all involved in making this project come to fruition.”
Monroe County Executive Adam Bello said: “We’re excited about McAlpin Industries’ planned expansion in Webster and the additional jobs it will bring to our local economy. McAlpin Industries is a worldwide leader in sheet metal processing, and we are proud to have them call Monroe County home. Thanks to our partnership with Governor Hochul, Empire State Development and Greater Rochester Enterprise, Monroe County has a reputation as a place where manufacturing companies have the support they need to grow and thrive.”
Webster Town Supervisor Tom Flaherty added: “Webster is proud to be home to McAlpin Industries’ expansion plan, and we look forward to their bright future in our Town. Local businesses like McAlpin Industries play an integral role in making our region flourish. The Town of Webster is dedicated to fostering a community that attracts businesses, strategic economic growth,and good-paying job opportunities for residents; this project is a testamentto this commitment.”
Matt Hurlbutt,presidentand CEOofGreaterRochesterEnterprise said,“We’re delighted thatMcAlpinIndustries,a precisionmetalworkingcompanyfoundedinRochestermorethan60yearsago continuestothrivehere leveragingthecommunity’shighlyskilledworkforce.Theirsustainedgrowth servingcustomersinavarietyofmarkets,isatestamenttotheexceptionaltalentandsupportivebusinessenvironmentthroughouttheGreaterRochester NYregion.”
The announcement aligns with regional strategies such as “Finger Lakes Forward,” which aims at promoting economic growth by investingin key industries including photonics agriculture food productionand advancedmanufacturing.More informationis availableat https://esd.ny.gov/regions/finger-lakes .
Empire State Development functions as New York’s main economic development agency,promoting businessgrowth jobcreationand increasedeconomicopportunitythroughoutthestate.The agency supports emerging industries suchas clean energyandsemiconductormanufacturing,and helps small businesses grow viaa networkofassistancecenters.Detailscanbefoundat https://esd.ny.gov/ .
For more information aboutMcAlpinIndustries visit https://www.mcalpin-ind.com/ .
