Hillsboro Industries

What Hillsboro Industries does

Hillsboro Industries (legal entity Flint Hills Industries, Inc.) is a privately held manufacturer of aluminum and steel flatbed truck beds and aluminum trailers, founded in 1968 and headquartered in Hillsboro, Kansas. The company sells exclusively through a network of more than 100 independent authorized dealers across the United States and Canada, with no direct-to-consumer channel; dealers stock inventory, handle installation, warranty service, and parts replenishment locally. Hillsboro supports its dealers with floor-plan financing through Northpoint and retail financing through FLCC Financing and Sheffield Financial, and drives demand through trade show presence and digital marketing.

The company's product portfolio spans four series of aluminum flatbeds (2000-4000), three steel flatbed models (G1, G2, SLT), two hybrid flatbeds (STA 500, STA 1000), and the Endura family of aluminum trailers including livestock (standard, XD heavy-duty, LT value), cargo, combo, open car hauler, and multi-purpose utility variants. Core technical differentiation includes a double-wall horizontal tube construction bonded with high-performance structural adhesives (reducing welds to retain aluminum strength), SAE-verified towing and payload capacity ratings (the only manufacturer to physically test beds to SAE standards), extruded aluminum T&G and plank flooring, and a B&W Companion Fifth-Wheel Hitch conversion kit. Endura trailers are strain-gage and vibration-jig tested for a 100,000-mile fully-loaded design life and carry up to 10-year warranties covering structural defects, cracking, and paint.

Hillsboro serves four primary use-case segments: livestock and agricultural operations (primary), commercial contractors and trades, car enthusiasts and recreational haulers, and utility/equipment haulers. Revenue is generated entirely through one-time hardware sales (truck beds, trailers, accessories, and replacement parts) at dealer-level pricing, with a stated requirement that authorized dealers maintain at least $50,000 in stocked Hillsboro product. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is obtained through dealer quotes. The company has no public funding, no institutional investors, no parent company, and no disclosed subsidiaries, and is operated with family/closely-held ownership under Flint Hills Industries, Inc.

Name

Hillsboro Industries

Legal name

Flint Hills Industries, Inc.

Website

https://hillsboroindustries.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Hillsboro Industries manufactures aluminum and steel flatbed truck beds and aluminum trailers (livestock, cargo, car hauler, utility), selling exclusively through 100+ independent dealers across the United States and Canada to farmers, contractors, and recreational haulers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Truck Bed and Trailer Manufacturing

NAICS

Truck Trailer Manufacturing (336212)

SIC

Truck Trailers (3715)

akta.pro primary industry

Trailer Manufacturing (Utility/Enclosed/Flatbed/Car Hauler) (IMACAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Truck Trailer Manufacturing (Dry Van/Reefer/Flatbed/Tanker) (IMACABAH)

Keywords

• Aluminum truck beds
• Flatbed manufacturing
• Livestock trailers
• Steel flatbeds
• Cargo trailers

Headquarters

HQ city

Hillsboro

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Trailer Sales: Hillsboro Industries manufactures and sells aluminum and steel trailers (livestock, cargo, combo, car hauler, utility) through an authorized dealer network. Revenue is generated from one-time product sales at dealer-level pricing. Dealers stock inventory and purchase products directly from the manufacturer.
2. Truck Bed Sales: Hillsboro Industries manufactures and sells aluminum, steel, and hybrid flatbed truck beds through an authorized dealer network. Revenue is generated from one-time product sales. Professional installation by authorized dealers is recommended for warranty coverage.
3. Accessories and Parts: Hillsboro sells flatbed accessories (fifth-wheel conversion kits, toolboxes, ramps, mud flaps, spare tires, and more) and replacement parts through its dealer network and Hillsboro Gear branded merchandise store.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Hillsboro Industries manufactures aluminum, steel, and hybrid flatbed truck beds for pickups and aluminum livestock, cargo, combo, car hauler, and utility trailers. The company sells exclusively through more than 100 independent authorized dealerships across the United States and Canada, with no direct-to-consumer sales. All manufacturing and corporate operations are based at its headquarters in Hillsboro, Kansas.

Product overview

Hillsboro Industries manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of aluminum and steel flatbed truck beds and trailers for commercial and recreational use. The truck bed lineup includes four series of aluminum flatbeds (2000, 2500, 3000, 3500, 4000), three steel flatbed models (G1, G2, SLT), and two hybrid flatbeds (STA 500, STA 1000) combining steel strength with aluminum corrosion resistance. The trailer portfolio centers on the Endura brand of aluminum trailers, including livestock trailers (available in standard, XD heavy-duty, and LT value configurations), cargo/enclosed trailers, combo livestock/cargo trailers, open car haulers, and multi-purpose utility trailers. The company also offers a B&W Conversion Kit for fifth-wheel towing compatibility and Stock Boxes as truck bed-mounted livestock carriers. All products feature extruded aluminum or heavy-duty steel construction with industry-leading warranties (up to 10 years for trailers, 3 years for aluminum beds, 2 years for steel beds) and are distributed through over 100 independent dealers across the United States and Canada.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Endura: Aluminum livestock trailer line introduced in 1996, featuring smooth double-wall construction and industry-leading durability.
• Endura XD
• Endura LT

Products and services

• 2000 Series Aluminum Truck Bed Light-duty aluminum flatbed for pickups, designed for corrosion resistance and reduced maintenance compared to steel. Sold through authorized dealers.
• 2500 Series Aluminum Truck Bed Medium-duty aluminum flatbed for pickups with enhanced payload and towing capacity. Sold through authorized dealers.
• 3000 Series Aluminum Truck Bed Heavy-duty aluminum flatbed with extruded aluminum floor, fold-down sides with slam latches, adjustable-height headache rack, and LED lighting. Covered by a three-year warranty.
• 3500 Series Aluminum Truck Bed Heavy-duty aluminum flatbed designed for the largest loads with maximum payload and towing capacity. Sold through authorized dealers.
• 4000 Series Aluminum Truck Bed Premium heavy-duty aluminum flatbed with gooseneck compatibility and B&W Turnoverball conversion kit support. Sold through authorized dealers.
• G1 Steel Truck Bed Heavy-duty steel flatbed with epoxy primer and black polyurethane paint for enhanced service life. Maximum towing capacity of 30,000 lbs gooseneck and 25,000 lbs bumper-pull, SAE-verified.
• G2 Steel Truck Bed Heavy-duty steel flatbed with premium polyurethane coating that is repairable and maintains shine longer than powder coating. Covered by a two-year warranty including paint.
• SLT Steel Truck Bed Steel flatbed with enhanced storage and towing capacities, designed for rugged construction and heavy commercial use.
• STA 500 Hybrid Truck Bed Hybrid flatbed combining steel strength with aluminum rust-resistance in corrosion-prone areas, with steel tread plate floor and aluminum accessories. Backed by two-year limited warranty.
• STA 1000 Hybrid Truck Bed High-performance hybrid flatbed offering the strength of steel with aluminum durability in typical corrosion zones. Backed by two-year limited warranty.
• Endura Aluminum Livestock Trailer Aluminum livestock trailer with smooth double-wall construction. Available in straight-hitch (14'-18') and gooseneck (16'-34') configurations. Backed by a 10-year warranty.
• Endura XD Livestock Trailer Heavy-duty livestock trailer built for maximum GVW applications and show-ring demands. Features galvanized subframe and A-frame, triple 10K axles, 4" I-beam floor structure, extruded T&G floor, and GVW rating up to 35,900 lbs. 2x Best of Show winner at NATDA and Husker Harvest Days.
• Endura LT Livestock Trailer Value series gooseneck livestock trailer with Endura double-wall construction and HD gates. Available in GN configurations and bumper pull in 16'. Delivers Endura quality at exceptional value, arriving Fall 2026.
• Endura Cargo Trailer Gooseneck enclosed and aluminum cargo trailer with customizable floor length (14'-28'), height (6'6"-7'10"), and width (7'-8'2'). Features double-wall aluminum construction, sealed walk-in door, and 10-year warranty.
• Endura Combo Trailer Aluminum stock combo trailer blending livestock and cargo capabilities. Features customizable tack room (straight or slant-wall), center gates or slant dividers, and smooth double-wall construction. Backed by 10-year comprehensive warranty.
• Aluminum Open Car Hauler All-aluminum open car trailer with extruded floor, rub rail, and tie rail. Available in 3500 lb axle (16'-20', 7,770 lbs GVWR) and 5200 lb axle (18'-24', 9,990 lbs GVWR) configurations. Features heavy-duty ramps, LED lighting, and anti-rattle storage compartments.
• Multi-Purpose Aluminum Utility Trailer Versatile aluminum utility trailer for hauling golf carts, lawn mowers, ATVs and more. Available in 70" and 78" widths with lengths from 120" to 168". Features extruded plank flooring, bi-fold or one-piece ramp options, and 5-year warranty.
• Aluminum TX Flatbeds New aluminum flatbed model line arriving at dealers Fall 2025.
• Hybrid TX Flatbeds New hybrid flatbed model line arriving at dealers Fall 2025.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3x better warranty coverage than competitors on average
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Big Tex Trailers: One of the largest US utility and equipment trailer manufacturers, selling through a similar independent dealer network. Directly comparable product portfolio spanning utility, equipment, and car hauler trailers at overlapping price points and customer segments (contractors, ranchers, recreational).
• Featherlite Trailers: Aluminum trailer manufacturer (livestock, horse, car haulers, utility) with national dealer distribution. Closely comparable to Hillsboro's Endura line in aluminum construction, livestock focus, and dealer-channel GTM.
• CM Truck Beds: Steel and aluminum flatbed truck body manufacturer selling through independent dealers to contractors, ranchers, and pickup owners. Direct competitor in the flatbed truck bed category with overlapping customer use cases (heavy-duty hauling, gooseneck hitches).
• PJ Trailers: Equipment and utility trailer manufacturer (dumps, car haulers, flatbeds, tiltbeds) with broad dealer network across the US. Comparable in product breadth, customer overlap (contractors/agricultural), and dealer-led distribution model.
• EBY Trailers: Aluminum trailer manufacturer specializing in livestock, horse, and cargo trailers with dealer distribution. Directly comparable to Hillsboro's Endura line in aluminum construction, livestock application, and dealer-led go-to-market.
• Load Trail: Utility, dump, and equipment trailer manufacturer selling through an independent dealer network. Comparable in product range (utility, dump, car hauler), customer segments (contractors, agricultural), and dealer-led distribution.
• Sooner Trailers: Aluminum horse and livestock trailer manufacturer with similar premium positioning. Direct peer in the aluminum livestock trailer category, sharing rancher and show-ring customer segments with Hillsboro's Endura brand.
• Wilson Trailer: Aluminum grain and livestock trailer manufacturer with long industry history. Comparable in aluminum construction expertise and agricultural customer base, though more focused on commercial grain hauling than the livestock-combo positioning Hillsboro occupies.
• Reading Truck Body: Commercial truck body and flatbed manufacturer serving contractors and fleet operators through a dealer network. Comparable in flatbed truck body manufacturing, contractor customer segment, and channel-led distribution, though more commercial-fleet focused.
• Lamar Trailers: Dump trailer and utility trailer manufacturer selling through a dealer network. Comparable in dealer-led distribution, agricultural/contractor customer overlap, and trailer product range (dumps, utility, equipment).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCJ21WGFb6N1zWAyOpPVQ87Q
• Facebookfacebook.com/HillsboroIndustries/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hillsboro-industries-inc
• Instagraminstagram.com/hillsboro1968

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Investors

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M&A

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