Since 1916, HLC Industries has been a trusted provider of textile solutions, offering a wide selection of high-quality Made in USA fabrics to meet the unique demands of various industries. As a globally recognized supplier of high-quality materials, we specialize in producing durable woven nylon fabrics for uniforms, tactical gear, backpacks, and recreational gear, and more. Our products consistently deliver unsurpassed quality, performance, and reliability, meeting or exceeding our customers’ expectations.
Fabric Types & Categories
We provide our customers with comprehensive solutions encompassing fabrics in a variety of different materials. Our product lines include:
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Woven Nylon Fabrics
Nylon is a non-organic synthetic polymer derived from petroleum, which consists of a long chain of carbon-based molecules. Woven nylon fabrics are made by spinning together 100% nylon fibers or a mixture of nylon, cotton, and polyester fibers.
This material features excellent properties. It is known for its durability, strength, and resilience, maintaining its integrity by being wrinkle and shrinkage-resistant. The fabric also offers resistance to mildew, chemicals, and UV rays. Other features include absorbency, comfort, and moisture-wicking capabilities, along with elasticity and flammability control.
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Mil-Spec Fabrics
At HLC Industries, we serve the diverse textile needs of manufacturers and contractors who supply the United States Armed Forces and global militaries with durable military gear. We specialize in both lightweight and heavyweight woven fabrics that meet the unique high-tech demands of mission-specific applications. Our Made in the USA Mil-Spec fabrics are Berry Amendment compliant and are specifically engineered for resistance to abrasion, tearing, and puncturing.
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Tactical Nylon Fabrics
Tactical nylon fabrics are lightweight, flexible textiles that are resistant to a broad range of environmental conditions. They are typically knitted or woven from nylon fibers to produce a strong, resilient material. This water-resistant material offers twice the strength of polyester and is ideal for wearable fabrics and applications that require a high strength-to-weight ratio without compromising durability. It is commonly used in firefighter uniforms due to its excellent fireproof and waterproof properties.
Tactical nylon is mandatory for applications where reliability and strength are key. This includes military equipment, law enforcement gear, public safety equipment, tactical bags, and vests. It is also essential for outdoor and adventure gear, such as climbing ropes and parachute cords. The fabrics are available in a wide variety of textures and colors, providing a cost-effective alternative to conventional materials.
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Parachute Fabrics
Parachute fabrics feature an extra-thick thread, known as ripstop nylon, that creates small square patterns. The material is typically utilized in military applications and commercial aerial delivery systems. As a global leader in supplying parachute fabrics, HLC Industries weaves all materials on state-of-the-art looms, performing testing and finishing services at our U.S.-based government-certified facilities.
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Commercial Fabrics
Commercial fabrics are available in a wide variety of weave patterns and weights. They offer varying degrees of strength, durability, and versatility to meet application-specific requirements. These fabrics can also include application-specific enhancements such as anti-microbial finishes, anti-static finishes, fire-retardant coatings, laminates, and Near-infrared (NIR) compliance.
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Premium Fabric Products
For specialized and demanding applications, we offer advanced fabrics designed for exceptional resilience and versatility, including:
CORDURA® TrueLock™
CORDURA® TrueLock™ is a synthetic, high-caliber fabric that delivers exceptional appearance, versatility, performance, durability, and long-lasting wear resistance. This solution-dyed, polyurethane-coated fabric is available in 500D and 1000D variations, featuring water-repellent properties to comply with stringent MIL-DTL-32439B standards.
MULTICAM® Fabrics
HLC Industries has the capabilities to print the MULTICAM® family of camouflage fabrics on a wide variety of substrates to meet application-specific requirements. Our in-stock program of the “original” pattern is available in 500 and 1000 Denier nylon, which is polyurethane-coated with a PFAS-free durable water repellent (DWR).
Phoenix™ Recycled Nylon Fabric
A by-product of nylon polymer waste, Phoenix™ recycled nylon fabrics are fully customizable and offer several advantages over conventional materials, including being eco-friendly as they are made from 100% recycled materials. These fabrics also provide unsurpassed resiliency, offering an ideal combination of sustainability and durability with the ability to maintain its inherent resilience to meet the demands of the intended application. Furthermore, their versatility makes them applicable in a broad range of commercial applications, demonstrating a perfect balance of flexibility and functionality.
Titan X™ and Titan XL™ Laminate Fabrics
Titan X™ and Titan XL™ Laminate Fabrics offer excellent water resistance for swimwear and are strong enough for bulletproof vests. They are primarily used for demanding heavy-duty industrial, military, and tactical applications due to their superior abrasion resistance, durability, and water resistance.
Featured Product: Titan Laser Cuttable Laminate
Titan X™ Nylon Laminate Fabric
Titan X™ consists of two layers of 500 denier CORDURA™ solution-dyed nylon fabrics blended to form locked-in colors and plain weave with lot-to-lot consistency, weighing less than other traditional materials. The nylon fabric features infrared reflective (IRR) capabilities and hydrostatic water repellency that exceeds 250 psi. It is available in six color options. Common applications include protective outerwear, uniforms, weatherproof equipment, and tactical gear such as soft packs, bags, and pouches.
Titan XL™ Nylon Laminate Fabric
Titan XL™ is an extra-strength polyamide laminate fabric built for heavy-duty military and commercial applications. It consists of solution-dyed 500 denier CORDURA®, which is laminated to 1000 denier CORDURA® solution-dyed nylon. Each fabric is made from 100% high-tenacity, air-textured nylon filament yarn that is tear-resistant, durable, and engineered for laser cutting. Titan XL™ has inherent IRR properties and features a tear strength of 45 pounds and a breaking strength of 500 pounds, with a hydrostatic resistance that exceeds 250 psi.
Common applications include body armor, tactical vests, load-bearing equipment, equipment bags, protective covers, and rugged outdoor gear.
Titan Loop™ Nylon Laminate Fabric
Titan Loop™ is a very unique laminate built for cut & sew efficiency. It consists of solution-dyed 500 denier CORDURA®, which is laminated to a hook compatible unbroken loop (UBL) circular knit nylon. It has excellent resistance to extreme conditions. Titan Loop™ shows no delamination under extreme cold, hot and humid conditions. It is built for sewing efficiency. The days of sewing UBL to 500D nylon are over. This laminate will save countless hours reducing sewing operations on numerous end items, both commercial and military specific.
Contact HLC Industries
For over 100 years, HLC Industries has consistently delivered high-quality materials and services that meet or exceed our customers’ expectations. We are ISO 9001 certified, and as a fifth-generation family-run company, we strive to deliver the highest standards of excellence in everything we do.
At HLC Industries, we take pride in continually pursuing emerging technologies, implementing manufacturing best practices, and utilizing advanced materials to provide our customers with longer-lasting textiles.
Our superior fabric selection and extensive portfolio demonstrate our ability to adapt to evolving industry demands, providing cutting-edge solutions for a broad range of industries. We manufacture all our products in the USA and consistently maintain rigorous quality controls to ensure unsurpassed quality, performance, and reliability.
Contact us or request a quote to learn more about our line of industrial and commercial fabrics designed to meet the specific requirements of your application.