HLC Industries provides parachute fabrics for military, aerospace, and specialized aerial delivery applications in the USA and global markets. Our fabric selection includes nylon, cotton, duck, netting, and ripstop constructions available to meet specific military and commercial requirements. With a broad range of military specifications and finishing capabilities, HLC can supply parachute fabric material for personnel, cargo, drag chute, and other parachute systems.

Parachute specification fabrics

MIL-SPEC Fabric End Uses
C-10296 Cotton Sateen 60" Parachute Systems
DTL-32439B All Types & Classes - Cloth, Duck Textured Nylon Bags
C-3395 Netting Parachute Systems
C-3953 Duck - 1050D Nylon Stiffener Fabric for Parachute Systems
C-419 Cotton Duck Parachute Systems
C-43375 Class 2 - Cloth, Duck, Nylon, 12.5 Ounce Bags / Covers
C-43805 Netting Parachute Systems
C-44378 All Types - 30 Denier Nylon Ripstop 36", 48", or 65" Widths Personnel & Aerial Delivery Parachutes
DTL-508 Oxford Liners
C-7020 All Types - 30 Denier Nylon 36" or 72" Widths Personnel & Cargo Parachutes
C-7219 All Types & Classes - 420 Denier Nylon Plain Weave 60" Width Parachute Systems, Packs & Cots
C-7350 All Types - 100 Denier Cargo Chutes
C-8021 All Types - 210 Denier Drag Chutes

What Makes HLC’s Parachute Fabric Material Different

HLC Industries offers parachute fabric material manufactured to established military specifications for demanding applications. Our selection includes lightweight nylon ripstop fabrics, heavier nylon constructions, cotton fabrics, and netting for different components and parachute systems.
Our 30-denier nylon ripstop fabric is specified for personnel and aerial delivery parachutes, while other nylon fabrics are available for cargo chutes, drag chutes, parachute packs, stiffeners, and related equipment. Fabric options are available in different weights, constructions, and specifications to support the requirements of your application.

Applications

HLC parachute fabrics support a wide range of military and aerial delivery applications. Whether you need lightweight nylon parachute fabric for a canopy or a heavier construction for supporting components, our product range provides multiple material options.

Applications include:

  • Personnel parachutes, aerial delivery systems, cargo parachutes, and drag chutes
  • Flare and ammunition decelerator chutes, parachute packs, and stiffener components

HLC works with customers requiring fabrics for both complete parachute systems and supporting equipment. Our range of military-specification materials makes it possible to select a fabric based on the requirements of the finished product.

Your Mission Starts With the Right Fabric

Need parachute fabrics for a military, aerospace, or specialized application? Contact HLC Industries to discuss your material, specification, construction, and finishing requirements. Our team can help identify the appropriate fabric for your application and provide information on available options.

FAQ

What types of testing are available for HLC parachute fabrics?

HLC provides testing through independent facilities qualified to perform ASTM, AATCC, PIA, NFPA, and Federal Test Method testing. Testing capabilities include breaking strength, air permeability, flammability, hydrostatic resistance, dimensional stability, abrasion resistance, water repellency, and nIR spectral reflectance.

Can HLC provide fabric samples or swatches?

Yes. HLC can assist customers with product selection and provide material samples and swatches for evaluation. Customers can contact HLC to discuss their application and fabric requirements.

Does HLC provide parachute fabric finishing services?

Yes. HLC offers several finishing options, including water-repellent finishes, coated fabric treatments, wickable treatments, fire-retardant finishes, anti-microbial treatments, anti-static treatments, and resin finishes.

Can parachute fabrics receive nIR spectral reflectance testing?

Yes. HLC’s fabric testing capabilities include nIR spectral reflectance testing. The company also identifies nIR spectral reflectance properties among certain nylon materials offered for military applications.

Does HLC manufacture parachute fabrics for international military customers?

Yes. HLC states that it supplies textile products to manufacturers and contractors serving the U.S. Armed Forces as well as militaries around the world. Its parachute division supplies fabrics for military and commercial aerial delivery systems.