Our Manifesto
Our Manifesto
Every day around the world, Sloan products connect the systems that manage our planet’s most precious resource.
As a family-owned company, we have always believed that anything that carries the Sloan name must live up to the innovation and ingenuity my great-grandfather, William Elvis Sloan, used to found this company in 1906.
Now in our fourth generation, Sloan is the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems. Our commitment to water preservation is unparalleled, and our products are still proudly made in America.
Graham Allen
President and CEO
In this report, we highlight the progress we have made towards environmental stewardship, responsible governance, and social impact.
Since 1906, Sloan has been redefining water efficiency with smart, sustainable restroom solutions. From pioneering innovation to setting industry standards, we’re shaping the future of water conservation—one drop at a time.
Sustainability & Wellness
The health and wellness of people are more paramount than ever before and intertwined with sustainable efforts. By championing innovation, sustainability, and product ingenuity, we have helped people worldwide lead healthier lives.
The globally recognized standard for sustainable building certification, conservation, and environmental responsibility.
WELL is a building standard focused on enhancing health, well-being through design and operational strategies.
We focus on intelligent solutions that deliver higher standards of performance and responsibility.
At Sloan, we celebrate diversity that encompasses a wide range of characteristics such as ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and or expression, and physical and mental abilities. To us, equity is a deliberate choice that guides our actions and decisions, while inclusion requires actions to engage, accept, and value every individual.
At Sloan, we believe it is our responsibility to give back to communities that have embraced us. We prioritize the well-being and growth of the communities in which we operate through financial assistance, in-kind contributions, and fostering ample volunteer opportunities for our employees. Our philanthropic efforts are focused on local, national and international organizations.
Sloan is committed to making a positive impact through community initiatives worldwide. From building sustainable homes for orphans in Kenya to deploying mobile restrooms in disaster-stricken areas, Sloan supports those in need.
Proud Water Efficiency Partner of the Chicago Cubs
Sloan Park in Mesa, Arizona, is the spring training home of the Chicago Cubs, where fans get an up-close look at their team in a state-of-the-art facility. As the Cubs' water efficiency partner since 2015, Sloan has equipped the ballpark with touch-free faucets and water-saving fixtures, reinforcing a commitment to sustainability on and off the field.
William Elvis Sloan establishes Sloan Valve Company in 1906 in Chicago, ushering in the modern plumbing era with his invention of the revolutionary manual Royal® Flushometer. The Royal Flushometer is the first of its kind, designed to replace tank and chain fixtures. Unlike its predecessors, it requires less water and energy—a reliable flush unaffected by gravity.
William Elvis Sloan establishes Sloan Valve Company in 1906 in Chicago, ushering in the modern plumbing era with his invention of the revolutionary manual Royal® Flushometer. The Royal Flushometer is the first of its kind, designed to replace tank and chain fixtures. Unlike its predecessors, it requires less water and energy—a reliable flush unaffected by gravity.
After a somewhat rocky start, Sloan flushometer sales increase from $44,000 in 1912 to $385,000 in 1916. The company undergoes a period of rapid growth after WWI, hiring key staff and developing new products and marketing efforts that help establish Sloan as an innovative leader in manufacturing.
First Sloan product catalogue published
Sloan develops and introduces piston flushometers
After a somewhat rocky start, Sloan flushometer sales increase from $44,000 in 1912 to $385,000 in 1916. The company undergoes a period of rapid growth after WWI, hiring key staff and developing new products and marketing efforts that help establish Sloan as an innovative leader in manufacturing.
The company weathers the stock market crash of 1929 better than most, but does not see profits rise again until after 1933. As many of the nation’s businesses shutter, William Elvis Sloan takes a 50% pay cut to help the company stay afloat.
Floor valve introduced
The company weathers the stock market crash of 1929 better than most, but does not see profits rise again until after 1933. As many of the nation’s businesses shutter, William Elvis Sloan takes a 50% pay cut to help the company stay afloat.
During WWII, peacetime plumbing switches—almost exclusively—to wartime materials like artillery fuses, for which the company earns the Army-Navy E Award. As men go off to fight, women enter the factories, eventually comprising 85% of Sloan’s workforce. Despite postwar recession fears, Sloan picks up right where it left off to rebuild its leadership position for the next two decades.
Vacuum Breakers introduced to eliminate the threat of water supply contamination
Valco and Lo-flo valves introduced for commercial and residential use
New lavatory floor valves introduced
During WWII, peacetime plumbing switches—almost exclusively—to wartime materials like artillery fuses, for which the company earns the Army-Navy E Award. As men go off to fight, women enter the factories, eventually comprising 85% of Sloan’s workforce. Despite postwar recession fears, Sloan picks up right where it left off to rebuild its leadership position for the next two decades.
A new generation of management focuses on improving manufacturing operations, allowing Sloan to remain at the top of the industry. These include new shipping capabilities that increase units per day by 150 percent, new milling machines and new coupling operations. The new foundry that opens in Melrose Park, Illinois, is considered the most modern of its time.
New double handle opening valve bodies for concealed flushometers introduced
Railroad parts production begins with the CACO brake cylinder release valve
A new generation of management focuses on improving manufacturing operations, allowing Sloan to remain at the top of the industry. These include new shipping capabilities that increase units per day by 150 percent, new milling machines and new coupling operations. The new foundry that opens in Melrose Park, Illinois, is considered the most modern of its time.
New leadership, new facilities, new acquisitions heralded in an emphasis on the importance of water savings. As the company continues to perfect its mainline products, the new sensor-activated fixtures and railroad production become major business segments. Important advancements in flushometer and plumbing technology keep Sloan ahead of the competition.
Sloan moves to a new 450,000 square foot corporate headquarters in Franklin Park, IL. Company triples plating output with the largest plating machine in Illinois.
Slimline® Bedpan Washer introduced
Sloan debuts the first hands-free sensor faucet, which use up to 40% less water than conventional faucets.
New leadership, new facilities, new acquisitions heralded in an emphasis on the importance of water savings. As the company continues to perfect its mainline products, the new sensor-activated fixtures and railroad production become major business segments. Important advancements in flushometer and plumbing technology keep Sloan ahead of the competition.
The 1980s mark a new era of progress for Sloan. With the launch of Optima® electronics, Sloan brings sensor technology into commercial restrooms for the first time. A new foundry in Augusta, Arkansas, further advances the company’s environmental commitment, reducing air and water pollution through modernized equipment and waste treatment systems. These milestones strengthen Sloan’s leadership and set the stage for decades of smarter, cleaner water solutions.
Sloan introduces Optima® electronics into flushometers.
Sloan opens new foundry in Augusta, Arkansas, with state-of-the-art equipment and waste treatment that greatly reduces air and water pollution.
The 1980s mark a new era of progress for Sloan. With the launch of Optima® electronics, Sloan brings sensor technology into commercial restrooms for the first time. A new foundry in Augusta, Arkansas, further advances the company’s environmental commitment, reducing air and water pollution through modernized equipment and waste treatment systems. These milestones strengthen Sloan’s leadership and set the stage for decades of smarter, cleaner water solutions.
As the green movement starts to catch fire within the commercial industry sector, Sloan welcomes the company as a longtime industry pioneer in water saving technologies. Of note: the development of more efficient fixtures and the new Sloan commercial bathroom facility line.
FLUSHMATE® introduced
Optima Plus® line introduced
Sloan water efficiency department created
As the green movement starts to catch fire within the commercial industry sector, Sloan welcomes the company as a longtime industry pioneer in water saving technologies. Of note: the development of more efficient fixtures and the new Sloan commercial bathroom facility line.
A new generation of Sloan leadership forges ahead, as three brothers assume the uniquely established Office of the President in 2008. Kirk, Graham and Jim Allen—fourth generation descendants of company founder William Elvis Sloan—work together to continue the company heritage of innovation, quality, reliability and water conservation.
Sloan introduces the award-winning UPPERCUT® Manual Dual-Flush Flushometer—the first of its kind.
Chuck Allen advances to Executive Chairman of the Board
Sloan enters the commercial fixture business
Sloan introduces Solar Power Harvesting in flushometers
A new generation of Sloan leadership forges ahead, as three brothers assume the uniquely established Office of the President in 2008. Kirk, Graham and Jim Allen—fourth generation descendants of company founder William Elvis Sloan—work together to continue the company heritage of innovation, quality, reliability and water conservation.
With water efficiency in full swing, the company continues to create a cleaner environment while introducing a revolutionary new platform of sensor-activated faucets without compromising quality or style. In 2015, Sloan takes its love of baseball to the next level by becoming a Legacy Partner of the Chicago Cubs, with its Spring Training Facility being renamed Sloan Park.
BASYS® faucet hits the market—a redesign of Sloan sensor-activated faucets
Sloan introduces new Designer Series Sink Systems
Sloan becomes a Legacy Partner of the Chicago Cubs
With water efficiency in full swing, the company continues to create a cleaner environment while introducing a revolutionary new platform of sensor-activated faucets without compromising quality or style. In 2015, Sloan takes its love of baseball to the next level by becoming a Legacy Partner of the Chicago Cubs, with its Spring Training Facility being renamed Sloan Park.
Sloan continues to build a global brand synonymous with sustainability, energy conservation and water efficient products, with green innovations that include solar powered technologies and all-in-one sink systems. It also ups its game in upscale commercial restroom design, with more stylish and contemporary product options that are as beautiful as they are sustainable.
Key innovations Today and Tomorrow
Sloan continues to build a global brand synonymous with sustainability, energy conservation and water efficient products, with green innovations that include solar powered technologies and all-in-one sink systems. It also ups its game in upscale commercial restroom design, with more stylish and contemporary product options that are as beautiful as they are sustainable.
Key innovations Today and Tomorrow
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Together we’re paving the way with plumbing solutions that preserve the planet and delight the eye.
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Sloan's mirrors seamlessly blend style and functionality, offering both LED-lit and framed designs to enhance any restroom space.
Performance Series™ Sinks in Quartz SloanStone® offer a seamless, durable, and hygienic solution with 85% quartz for lasting beauty and easy maintenance.
Sloan's DropSpot™ Bottle Fillers and Water Coolers offer touch-free, rapid bottle filling with advanced filtration, promoting hygiene and sustainability in a sleek design.
