LCI Industries, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Lippert Components Inc., a leading supplier of engineered components to the recreation and transportation markets, announced that its Ranch Hand division has broken ground on a new 400,000-square-foot state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Seguin, Texas. Located conveniently off I-10, the new facility will consolidate its two existing manufacturing plants located in Shiner and Beeville, Texas.
The project reflects Ranch Hand’s continued investment in Texas manufacturing and its dedication to creating stable, long-term opportunities for team members and the communities it serves, Lippert said in a release.
The new Seguin facility will approximately double the current manufacturing capacity of Ranch Hand’s grill guards and bumpers. Popularity and demand for Ranch Hand products have increased in the last five years due to the brand being prominently featured on popular television shows like Yellowstone and Land Man, Lippert said. The new facility will not only increase production capacity but will feature a state-of-the-art E-Coat line with a zirconium pretreatment that will significantly increase corrosion resistance.
Shane McNallie, senior vice president of sales for Lippert’s Automotive Division, commented, “This is a long-anticipated expansion for Ranch Hand allowing us to drastically increase service levels to our valued customers and significantly improve lead times. The improvements to our finishing process are also an exciting enhancement which will expand Ranch Hand further into the Northern regions with unrivaled corrosion protection.”
Groundbreaking for the new facility started in September of this year, with a targeted move-in date in the second quarter of 2026. Ranch Hand leadership is working with their current team members in their Shiner and Beeville locations to ensure a smooth transition into the new facility.
Lippert and Ranch Hand said they remain deeply committed to supporting their team members in Shiner and Beeville throughout this transition. The company has emphasized its goal of retaining as many team members as possible by offering relocation opportunities, training programs and other resources to assist team members interested in continuing with Ranch Hand in Seguin.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Ranch Hand and Lippert’s latest expansion to Seguin,” said Seguin Mayor Donna Dodgen. “This project represents another significant investment in our community’s growing manufacturing base and demonstrates the confidence companies have in Seguin as a place to do business. We’re proud to see this partnership come to fruition and look forward to the jobs, opportunities, and innovation this new facility will bring.”
“Guadalupe County continues to be a strong destination for manufacturing investment, and the Ranch Hand expansion further strengthens that position,” said Guadalupe County Judge Kyle Kutscher. “We appreciate Lippert’s decision to grow in our region and the collaboration between the city, county and the Seguin Economic Development Corporation to make this project possible. This is a great win for our workforce and for the future of Guadalupe County’s economy.”
