The die casting company is planning to increase production capacity for casting and machining complex aluminum components for heavy trucks.
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Italy-based aluminum die casting company 2A USA, a Tier 1 automotive industry supplier, is expanding its Auburn manufacturing facility with a $32 million investment, according to a release from the office of Alabama Governor Kay Ivey.
The expansion, expected to create 50 jobs, will increase production capacity for casting and machining complex and large aluminum components for the heavy truck industry.
“Advanced manufacturing is a pillar of Alabama’s economy, and 2A USA’s presence and growth in our state is a testament to its products and company standards,” said Ivey in the release. “It is also a strong vote of confidence in Alabama’s workforce and our pro-business environment.”
2A USA arrived in Alabama in 2014, when it acquired an already operational plant in Auburn Technology Park West. The company invested in state-of-the-art die-casting and machining equipment at the facility and, in 2019, expanded the facility with a $15 million investment.
“The company’s continued expansion is a success story for foreign investment in Alabama,” said Alabama Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair, in the release. “Foreign investments play a key role in Alabama’s economy, and 2A’s expansion highlights what is possible when companies locate in a state and community that take seriously the shared goals of long-term growth. As 2A increases its capacity in the automotive supply chain, Alabama is honored to continue to provide the skilled workers needed to feed that growth.”
The expansion strengthens the company’s ability to produce advanced aluminum components that are “Made in the USA” for the North American-based heavy truck industry.
“From the beginning, our company has focused on advanced engineering and strong partnerships with our customers,” said Cavaliere Carlo Ilotte, founder and chief executive officer of 2A, in the release. “Over the years, Auburn has become an important part of our company’s story.”
2A USA is the North American division of Turin-based 2A S.p.A.
“This investment reflects our trust in our U.S.-based customers, as well as in our capable team here in Auburn,” said Vincenzo Ilotte, chief operating officer of 2A, in the release.
Auburn Mayor Ron Anders called the investment and new jobs a significant injection in the community.
“We are extremely grateful for the Ilotte family making such a significant investment in our community and further intensifying the partnership between 2A and the City of Auburn,” said Anders in the release. “We wish Carlo, his son Vincenzo, and the team at 2A continued success with their business.”