Smith & Loveless announces acquisition of Schloss Engineered Equipment
LENEXA, KS, Jan. 27, 2015 -- Smith & Loveless Inc. (S&L), a specialist in advanced grit removal and handling technology, has officially announced the asset acquisition of longtime headworks equipment designer Schloss Engineered Equipment Inc., of Aurora, Colo.
The acquisition supports S&L's strategy of augmenting its market leadership in wastewater headworks and separation technologies by expanding its offerings for its industry partners and customers. Schloss designs a comprehensive line of headworks screening, compacting, conveying, washing, and dewatering technologies, backed by more than 100 years of operation.
"Joining Smith & Loveless will accelerate the growth and legacy of the Schloss equipment line," said Schloss Chief Executive Officer and President Kristy A. Schloss. "My father Charles Schloss (P.E.) and I are excited for this next chapter in the company's 116-year history, powered by Smith & Loveless' national and international distribution."
Schloss products will be incorporated into S&L's Municipal, Industrial, After-Market, and International Sales Division offerings, while the acquired company will be re-launched as Schloss Environmental Equipment Inc., an S&L Company.
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About Smith & Loveless, Inc.
Smith & Loveless Inc. delivers single-source, engineered pumping, treatment and separation technology solutions for the global water and mining industries. Founded in 1946, Smith & Loveless' installation footprint extends to more than 70 nations around the world on all seven continents. For more information, visit www.smithandloveless.com.
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