Heritage celebrates 60 years as North America’s longest-standing military coater

Heritage, a trailblazer in mil-spec coatings and pretreatment, proudly marks its 60th anniversary this summer. Founded in 1965, Heritage was among the first companies in the U.S. to apply Chemical Agent Resistant Coating (CARC) and is recognized as North America’s oldest and longest-standing military coater. With approvals from leading OEMs such as AM General, Oshkosh Defense, BAE Systems, General Dynamics, and others, Heritage has built a legacy of quality, innovation, and unwavering customer commitment.

For over six decades, Heritage has been a vital partner to U.S. Defense contractors, delivering mil-spec coatings and pretreatment processes since their standardization in 1984. The company has also supported NASA’s critical aerospace projects with precision and reliability. Under the leadership of owner Nick Pamboukis, who acquired Heritage in 2007, the company has grown from a single facility to two state-of-the-art locations, expanding services to include sandblasting and powder coating to meet diverse industry needs.

Looking ahead, Heritage is poised for significant growth in 2025 and beyond, targeting $5 million in new business sales over the next three years. By automating coating processes and upgrading equipment, Heritage is enhancing efficiency and quality while positioning itself to support emerging markets, including partnerships with innovative companies like Andrul Industries in the autonomous technology sector.

“We're deeply grateful for the trust of our customers and OEM partners over the past 60 years,” says Nick Pamboukis, owner of Heritage. “As we celebrate this milestone, we’re committed to driving innovation and delivering exceptional solutions for defense, aerospace, and beyond.”

Heritage remains dedicated to providing superior coatings and services while embracing cutting-edge technologies to meet the evolving needs of its clients.