About TACO Marine
About TACO Marine
TACO Marine traces its roots to 1959, when founder Dave Kushner took a small Miami-based aluminum railing fabrication company and grew it into a full-service metal and marine manufacturing enterprise. In the early 1970s, as South Florida became a recognized hub for the recreational marine industry, TACO Metals entered the marine market and became established as a primary source supplier to boat builders.
After Dave retired in the early 1990s, his three sons - Jon, Mike, and Bill Kushner - took over leadership and continued developing new products, including the Grand Slam line of outrigger mounts and poles, universal replacement rub rail kits, and flex-chrome inserts. That second-generation leadership expanded TACO's product range while keeping the company's manufacturing roots in South Florida.
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Frequently asked questions
What products does TACO Marine manufacture?
TACO Marine manufactures a wide range of boat hardware including sport fishing outriggers, rub rail, seating and upholstery hardware, LED lights and electronics, canvas and shade products, tower fabrication, and hinges and latches. The company's Grand Slam line of outrigger mounts and poles is among its best-known product families.
How did TACO Marine get its start?
TACO Marine began in 1959 when founder Dave Kushner grew a small Miami-based aluminum railing fabrication business into a full-service metal manufacturing company. The company entered the marine market in the early 1970s as South Florida became a hub for recreational boating, and TACO became a primary source supplier to boat builders.
Is TACO Marine still family-owned?
Yes, after founder Dave Kushner retired in the early 1990s, his three sons Jon, Mike, and Bill took over leadership of the company. The Kushner brothers have continued developing new products while maintaining the family's ownership and leadership of TACO.
What is TACO's Grand Slam product line?
The Grand Slam line includes outrigger mounts and poles developed by the Kushner brothers for sport fishing boats. It is one of several product innovations the second generation of leadership introduced after taking over the company.
Where is TACO Marine headquartered?
TACO Marine is headquartered in Miramar, Florida, continuing the company's long history of manufacturing in South Florida since its founding in 1959. This location has kept TACO close to the recreational marine industry it has served since the early 1970s.