Dayton T. Brown, Inc. Announces Major Expansion with New 104,000 Square-Foot Testing Facility in Huntsville, Alabama
Dayton T. Brown, Inc. Expands to Huntsville with New Testing Facility
Bohemia, New York—(Newsfile Corp. – January 14, 2026) – Dayton T. Brown, Inc. (DTB) has made a significant move to bolster its growth by signing a 10-year lease for a cutting-edge, 104,000-square-foot testing facility in Huntsville, Alabama. Set to open in the first half of 2026, this facility reflects DTB’s dedication to supporting the aerospace and defense sectors in the Southeast, particularly near key organizations such as the Missile Defense Agency and the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command.
The new site will be strategically located adjacent to L3Harris’ Advanced Manufacturing Facility, with L3Harris named as the anchor customer. The expansion is in direct response to increasing demand from both defense and commercial clients for specialized testing services, which include Proof, Burst, X-ray, and Structural testing.
Jim Kelly, President of DTB, expressed enthusiasm about the expansion, emphasizing the company’s commitment to providing innovative solutions to critical defense missions. Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle also welcomed the initiative, highlighting its alignment with the city’s innovation-driven strategic vision and its potential to create new job opportunities in the region.
DTB’s expansion coincides with its recent selection as an awardee on the Missile Defense Agency’s SHIELD contract, further cementing its role in advancing national security technologies, particularly against hypersonic and cruise missile threats. With this facility, DTB aims to enhance its position in the aerospace and defense landscape, ensuring continued delivery of trusted testing solutions.
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