Bartlett Defence

Bartlett Manufacturing is a defence recognised supplier and has a long and proud history of fulfilling direct contracts with the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and to Defence Prime Suppliers.
In 2021, Bartlett was awarded the formal canvas products supply contract to CASG, this contract remains in place.

Rheinmetall MAN Truck with MAXICAM Canvas also known as Terra Australia Canvas 2 (TAC2)

Prime Supplier

Bartlett Manufacturing is a trusted partner and Prime Supplier to the Australian Defence Force, supplying a wide range of industrial textile products to meet the ADF's stringent requirements. With its comprehensive product range, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, and unwavering commitment to quality, Bartlett Manufacturing is well-positioned to support the ADF's diverse needs.

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ADF G Wagon with MAXICAM Canvas also known as Terra Australia Canvas 2 (TAC2)

Trusted Partner

Bartlett Defence is a trusted and valued component supplier for large scale defence projects.

With key commercial partnerships with the likes of Thales, Rheinmetall, Varley Group, Supacat, Tidd Ross Todd & Royal Wolf, Bartlett Defence has established itself as the leading Industrial Textile Products fabricator to the Defence sector.

Bartlett Defence specialise in fabricating critical canvas and industrial textile sub-assemblies and components that allow Primes and Sub-Primes to deliver a complete capability to the Commonwealth of Australia and International Defence Forces.

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Design Capability

We understand that critical defence equipment requires more than just the right material; it demands precise engineering and the knowledge of how to integrate flexible fabrics with robust hardware. That's why we've invested in cutting-edge CAD software and the expertise of our in-house design team to create products that fit flawlessly, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.

Our expertise in SolidWorks 3D design allows rapid virtual prototyping using customer supplied CAD files.

3D conceptual designs, provide valuable support in early component development stages, prior to physical prototyping.

Contract Manufacturing

We are leaders in contract manufacturing for local and international defence primes and sub primes requiring specialty fabricated solutions. With a diverse portfolio of speciality fabrics and broad manufacturing capability, innovation and product development, Bartlett's capability guarantees innovative Contract Manufacturing solutions at scale

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Materials

Bartlett Defence understands defence capability r...

Bartlett Defence understands defence capability requires exceptional materials. Our strong partnerships with Australian manufacturers and global suppliers, ensures that our products provide world leading solutions. This includes the ADF specified Terra Australis Canvas 2 (TAC2) also known as Maxicam.

Certifications

Bartlett Defence is ISO 9001: 2015 certified. We ...

Bartlett Defence is ISO 9001: 2015 certified. We are a Defence Recognised Supplier and member of the Australian Defence Alliance.

Experience

We've been in the industry since 1956, and today ...

We've been in the industry since 1956, and today we are the largest industrial textile products fabricator in Australia.

Sewing is in our Blood

Since the days of Cliff Bartlett hand sewing tarp...

Since the days of Cliff Bartlett hand sewing tarpaulins with a palm and needle, Bartlett's have been cutting and sewing canvas materials across four generations.

Our vast range of Defence Products extends across decades

Bartlett Defence has a proud history, with some significant contracts identified in this timeline.