Bondcote Performance Textiles, manufacturer of coated, laminated and composite fabrics, has acquired coated textiles innovator Graniteville Specialty Fabrics.
Bondcote—a subsidiary of XFS Global, which produces performance textiles for military, government, commercial and industrial use—said it sees the acquisition of Graniteville as a means of advancing its capabilities as a supplier to the United States defense industrial base and commercial textile sectors.
“Graniteville Specialty Fabrics brings a legacy of excellence, innovation, and customer focus that aligns perfectly with our values and strategic direction,” said Jacob Furbee, group president and CEO of XFS Global & Bondcote Performance Textiles. “This acquisition is more than combining product lines—it strengthens our shared future as a trusted partner to the defense and industrial textile markets.”
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Graniteville Specialty Fabrics was established during the post-World War II era, and over the decades the company has supported mission-critical applications, including military tentage, fire-resistant fabrics and high-durability materials for the industrial sector. Their fabrics have been used by the U.S. armed services and first responders, as well as in commercial uses across construction, transportation and recreation.
“We are proud of our 70-year legacy, and the Graniteville Specialty Fabrics team is excited about our future as part of Bondcote Performance Textiles,” said Doug Johnson, chief operations officer for Granitville Specialty Fabrics. “We are dedicated to ensuring a seamless transition process and creating synergies between our teams to benefit current and future customers.”
Graniteville Specialty Fabrics will continue operating in its Greenville, S.C., facility, but the company’s team, brand and product lines will integrate into Bondcote Performance Textiles. Pulaski, Virginia-based Bondcote said this integration will create enhanced synergies in research and development, manufacturing efficiency and product development.
Bondcote’s acquisition of Graniteville was backed by Lake Country Capital, a Minnesota-based equity investment firm with investments across a wide range of sectors, from food to industrial equipment.
