Ranch Hand, a subsidiary of LCI Industries, has secured a 400,000-square-foot build-to-suit lease at TriPoint Logistics Center in Seguin, Texas, marking a significant expansion of the company's manufacturing and distribution operations. The move will consolidate operations from two existing plants into a single, modern facility that is expected to double Ranch Hand's manufacturing capacity when completed in late 2026. This consolidation represents a strategic optimization of the company's production capabilities and supply chain efficiency.
The new facility, being developed by Ackerman & Co. and its investment partner Baltisse, will occupy approximately one-third of the 120-acre TriPoint Logistics Center industrial park. Jeff Bryant, Principal for Ackerman & Co. in Texas, stated that the City of Seguin is an ideal location for manufacturing and distribution. The strategic location positions Ranch Hand in the heart of the Texas Triangle with direct access to Interstate 10 between Houston and San Antonio, providing significant logistical advantages for distribution throughout the region.
The 36-foot clear height cross-dock facility will include dedicated space for production, staging, packaging, and warehousing operations, supporting the manufacturing of Ranch Hand's industry-leading truck accessories including grill guards, bumpers, and running boards. This expansion comes at a time when demand for aftermarket truck accessories continues to grow, particularly in Texas where truck ownership remains high. The transaction reflects Ackerman & Co.'s growing presence in Texas industrial markets, building on previous developments in the San Antonio metropolitan statistical area.
Ackerman & Co. has previously completed significant developments including the 300,000-square-foot Doerr Lane Logistics Center in Schertz and the 511,000-square-foot Corporate Drive Industrial Park in Selma. The company has expanded its Texas operations with a second office in Dallas and has invested in multiple industrial portfolio acquisitions. For more information about the developer's projects, visit https://www.ackermanco.com. Phase two at TriPoint Logistics Center can accommodate up to 1 million square feet of additional industrial or manufacturing space, indicating potential for further regional economic development.
The lease transaction was facilitated by Tom Walrich of Lee & Associates representing Ranch Hand, while John Colglazier, Kyle Kennan, and Gray Gilbert of Partners represented Ackerman & Co. The consolidation and expansion project underscores the continued growth of manufacturing and logistics operations in Central Texas, leveraging the region's strategic transportation infrastructure and business-friendly environment. This development represents a substantial investment in the local economy and reinforces Central Texas' position as a hub for industrial and manufacturing growth.
