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By Zachary Penque
WGRZ
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. — Empire State Development (ESD) announced Tuesday that a Canadian company will begin manufacturing in Niagara Falls.
According to a spokesperson for ESD, Metal Craft Spinning and Stamping Ltd. will take control of a 24,760-square-foot facility located at 4120 Hyde Park Road. It's expected the company will invest around $1.3 million in site renovations, equipment, and installation, as well as create around 17 skilled jobs in the region.
Empire State Development says it provide $134,000 in tax credits to help assist the project.
"Thanks to Governor Hochul and Empire State Development, we’ve created a welcoming environment for companies looking to expand operations, mitigate risk, and seize new opportunities-while also building on the region’s long-standing reputation as a hub for manufacturing," said ESD President, CEO and Commissioner Hope Knight. "New York State welcomes Metal Craft and all Canadian companies as they navigate the critical challenges that have been created by tariff-related cost increases. We hope that they find new market opportunities, lower costs, and strengthened relationships with U.S. customers."
Metal Craft says they are actively hiring a local workforce and operation setup is underway.
"Our expansion into Niagara Falls, New York marks an important step for Metal Craft as we bring over 60 years of manufacturing experience to the area." said Brian Rasken, Metal Craft President. "Establishing a local presence allows us to invest directly in the region by creating skilled manufacturing jobs, supporting local suppliers, and contributing to the long-term growth of the Niagara Falls industrial community. We’re excited for the future of North American manufacturing."
The company says new tariffs have caused a direct increase in material and production costs. Expanding into the US allows them to:
- Eliminate tariff-related costs and protect margins,
- Improve logistics and reduce lead times for U.S. customers,
- Strengthen relationships with existing partners and open new market opportunities, and
- Preserve and create manufacturing jobs on both sides of the border.
Metal Craft Spinning and Stamping is a fourth-generation, family-owned manufacturer based in Etobicoke, Ontario. Since 1969, the company specializes in custom metal fabrication, with a focus on metal spinning. A process that forms smooth, weld-free shapes that are used in various building systems, like roofing, commercial lighting and HVAC components.
"Any announcement of a new company that is bringing new jobs to Niagara Falls is cause for celebration and even more so when they are manufacturing jobs which tend to be family sustaining jobs and provide a tangible economic impact to our city and region. We appreciate the continued support from the Governor and Empire State Development and their investments in Niagara Falls and welcome Metal Craft Spinning and Stamping to our community. My door is open to assist the company in any way we can," said Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino.
