Established over forty years ago, Hobbs Bonded Fibers is today one of North America's largest and most technically advanced fiber processing companies. From the company's multi-location manufacturing facilities with headquarters in Waco, Texas, a variety of synthetic and natural fibers are processed to produce a diverse range of more than 150 branded and specialized products for use in both consumer and industrial markets. Synthetic fibers are used extensively to serve a wide variety of markets, including apparel, footwear, home furnishings, needlecraft, furniture, and sleep products. Typical of products within these markets are cushion and craft fiberfills, pillows, mattress padding, garment insulation, active wear, duvets, sleeping bags, and upholstery. Synthetic fibers are also used in a considerable number of industrial applications, such as substrates or coated products, thermal insulation, sound insulation, liquid and air filtration, safety products, medical an patient care, automotive insulation, and filtration products.

Commitment to the use of natural, replenish able materials, particularly in the field of industrial applications, has led to much research into the properties of wool and cotton fibers. Hobbs has made considerable progress in the development of these environmentally friendly materials, widening the scope and versatility of the company’s fiber processing operations. Examples of these natural fiber projects include: oil spill clean-up booms and pads, wet and dry filtration media, batting for mattresses and futons, furniture padding, and insulation products for use in the construction industry.

Research into new fiber composites, constructions and blends in continuous, not only for improving existing materials, but to meet the demands of tomorrow’s high-end technology applications. In this area, collaboration with fiber producers and technological institutions is paramount to Hobbs ongoing commitment – to find better ways in which to give both domestic and industrial consumers the benefits of quality American made products.