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CLEVELAND, OH— (February 2012) — Sly, Inc., (www.slyinc.com), is pleased to announce the opening of a new sales representative office in the Kansas City area. Midwest Airtech LLC of Overland Park, KS is representing Sly in the state of Kansas, and portions of Nebraska, Iowa, and western Missouri.  Midwest Airtech was founded in 2010, specializing in ventilation, dust collection, mist and fume collection, pneumatic conveying, and bulk material handling.  Jim Peters, owner, is a graduate of Kansas State University with a degree in Milling Engineering.  Jim has previous work experience first in milling engineering and later in direct sales and … Continue reading »

CLEVELAND, OH — January 23, 2012 — Sly, Inc., (www.slyinc.com),  a 138 year old manufacturer of dust collectors and other air pollution equipment, has announced the winner of its 2011 TRAILblazer award. Sly Incorporated’s TRAILblazer award is given annually to an individual who exemplifies the Sly values of Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Integrity and Servant Leadership.  Winners are selected from a list of nominees submitted by their peers. This year’s winner is design engineer Frank Garza. Frank’s colleagues say, “Frank is always ready to do whatever job is asked of him, even if it means delaying his own work to help … Continue reading »

CLEVELAND, OH — December 28, 2011 — Sly, Inc., (www.slyinc.com),  a 137 year old manufacturer of dust collectors and other air pollution equipment, has announced the formation of Windsor Wire, LLC. Windsor Wire is dedicated to the design, manufacture, and sale of a full range of filter bag support cages. Leading the new company will be Sly, Inc. Aftermarket Manager, Doug Lantow. Mr. Lantow has over seven years of experience in air pollution control selling cages, filters, and other parts for the industry. This new cage line will allow Sly to manufacture a full range of cages including 11 and … Continue reading »

CLEVELAND, OH — November 18, 2011 — Sly, Inc., (www.slyinc.com), the 137 year old manufacturer of air pollution control products, continues to educate its customers by providing “Video Clips” on the Multimedia page of their website. Video clips will be continually updated with important dust collector operation and maintenance tips. The most recent addition to their video series is “Start-up Procedure for a Dust Collector or Baghouse“. Proper start-up of a dust collector will not only enhance the efficiency of your unit but greatly extend the life of filter bags, resulting in lower maintenance costs and fewer down time occurrences. … Continue reading »

STRONGSVILLE, OH — (October 2011) — Sly, Inc., (www.slyinc.com), is pleased to announce the addition of Lance Steed, sales representative to the Alabama Territory. Lance joins TEC Engineering at their Mobile, AL office. A Mechanical Engineering graduate from the University of South Alabama, Lance is also a P. E. and past chairman of the Mobile-Gulf Coast Section of ASME. He brings to this position over 16 years of industrial experience in engineering and systems sales. In addition to his work experience, his other accomplishments are just as impressive. Lance is an avid and competitive triathlete and a 5 time Ironman finisher. Sly, … Continue reading »

CLEVELAND, OH — September 15, 2011 — Sly, Inc., (www.slyinc.com), the 137 year old manufacturer of air pollution control products, continues to educate its customers by providing “Video Clips” on the Multimedia page of their website.  Video clips will be continually updated with important dust collector operation and maintenance tips. Sly’s website currently offers video clips illustrating proper installation of “Top Load” and “Bottom Load” tubular filter bags, “Basic Control Timer Set-Up”,  “Diaphragm Valve Replacement” and “How to Measure Filter Bags”. The most recent addition to their video series is “Installation and Operation of Sly’s MP-404 Timer with Pressure Module” … Continue reading »

STRONGSVILLE, OH — (August 2011) — Sly, Inc., (www.slyinc.com), is pleased to announce the addition of two new permanent employees. Design Engineer Jose Rodriguez and Engineering Assistant/Receptionist Rhonda Skidmore will be based out of the Cleveland Ohio headquarters. Jose Rodriguez joins Sly’s design engineering team as an experienced AutoCAD and SolidWorks designer. Rhonda Skidmore joins Sly in the position of Engineering Assistant/Receptionist to support engineering and manage the front desk. Please join Sly in welcoming Jose and Rhonda! Sly, Inc. manufactures a full line of industrial fabric filter dust collectors and baghouses, cartridge collectors, wet scrubbers for particulate collection, retractable … Continue reading »

Strongsville, OH — (July 2011) — Sly, Inc., (www.slyinc.com), the 137-year old manufacturer of air pollution control products, has implemented a campaign to increase their online presence and reach new customers. This past February Sly initiated the Google AdWords Campaign. This campaign is designed to increase Sly’s online presence and reach new customers. Sly selected a combination of key words specific to the pollution control industry for both the new equipment and aftermarket needs. This campaign has resulted in an increase of specific requests with the Aftermarket Department receiving quote requests for both filters and cages. Sly will continue the … Continue reading »

STRONGSVILLE, OH— (June 2011) — Sly, Inc., (www.slyinc.com), is pleased to announce the opening of a new sales representative office for the Georgia and Tennessee area. Synertek Process Equipment of Dunlap, TN is representing Sly in the states of Georgia and Tennessee. Synertek was founded in 1989, specializing in material handling, conveying, and process equipment for dry bulk solids and powders. Scott Engel, partner, is a graduate of Georgia Tech with a degree in Industrial Engineering.  Scott Engel has previous work experience in the power and paper industries. Scott Holland, partner, is a graduate of Georgia Tech with a degree in … Continue reading »

STRONGSVILLE, OH— (May 2011) — Sly, Inc., (www.slyinc.com), has moved its world headquarters to Suite 600 of 8300 Dow Circle, Strongsville, OH 44136. Previously located in Suite 100. Suite 600 is located on the west side of the Dow Circle campus. The remodeled 9000 sq. ft. of office space features a high-tech conference room and modern designed floor plan to promote greater interdepartmental communication and productivity. Sly, Inc. manufactures a full line of industrial fabric filter dust collectors and baghouses, cartridge collectors, wet scrubbers for particulate collection, retractable dustless bulk loading spouts, and aftermarket parts for their own and competitors’ … Continue reading »