Tampa Brass and Aluminum Expanded Operations
The 70-year-old manufacturer is investing $58 million to boost its Tampa-based production capabilities.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Jobs — General
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In September 2026, the nearly 70-year-old Tampa Brass and Aluminum Corporation announced an expansion of its Hillsborough County headquarters. The project involves a $58 million investment in new machinery to support production for the U.S. military.
Why it matters
The investment follows a series of recent military contract awards for the defense component manufacturer. The expansion aims to leverage smart manufacturing technologies to modernize operations and strengthen its local workforce.
Tampa Brass and Aluminum Corporation committed $58 million to procure automation and additive manufacturing equipment. This capital injection follows a 2025 bankruptcy reorganization and is set to create 50 new local positions.
The players
Aubrey Greene
He is the current owner of Tampa Brass and Aluminum Corporation after acquiring the business in late 2024.
Sam Leto Sr.
He was the original founder who established the manufacturing firm in 1957.
Tampa Brass and Aluminum Corporation
This local manufacturing entity produces specialized components for the United States Air Force and Navy.
The details
The facility is implementing manufacturing 4.0 processes, including robotics and automated systems, to increase efficiency. These upgrades allow the company to better fulfill component requirements for the U.S. Air Force and Navy.
Timeline
1957: Tampa Brass and Aluminum was founded.
December 2024: Aubrey Greene acquired ownership of the company.
January 2025: The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
September 2026: The expansion project was officially announced.
Market Landscape
This project represents a structural recovery for a firm that previously underwent a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in January 2025. The shift toward automated manufacturing positions the company to reclaim its market share in the defense supply chain.
The addition of 50 new jobs in Hillsborough County provides new employment opportunities for local residents in the high-tech manufacturing sector. The expansion also suggests long-term stability for the regional supplier base supporting the U.S. military.
The takeaway
The firm’s pivot to robotics and automation reflects a broader industry move toward manufacturing 4.0 to remain competitive on military contracts. Businesses that successfully integrate smart technology post-reorganization can effectively scale their operations to meet federal demand.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by St Pete Catalyst.
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