Simpson Strong-Tie Breaks Ground on 278,000 Sq Ft Manufacturing Expansion in McKinney, Texas

Simpson Strong-Tie has broken ground on an expansion of its manufacturing and distribution branch at 2151 South Airport Drive in McKinney, Texas. Work began on September 24, 2026, as the maker of structural connectors and fasteners marks its 70th anniversary.

More production, warehouse and test-lab space

The project will add production and warehouse space to improve product availability and distribution, expand the branch’s testing laboratory and enhance tooling capabilities for product testing and development. A construction-permit filing describes a roughly 278,000-square-foot expansion with an estimated construction cost of $57 million and completion expected by March 2028. The company has not disclosed an official investment amount or job count.

A second McKinney expansion

Simpson Strong-Tie previously expanded in McKinney in 2017 with a $16 million project that included a 98,000-square-foot warehouse, training center and office space.

Nick Algya, Senior Vice President and Branch Manager at Simpson Strong-Tie said:

“Reaching 70 years is a proud milestone, and investing in McKinney is how we build the next chapter.”

Michael Kowski, President and CEO of the McKinney Economic Development Corporation said:

“Simpson Strong-Tie has been part of the McKinney community for decades, and this expansion is a strong signal of confidence in our city and our workforce.”