SLS Chemical Inc. is a Canadian owned chemical company based in Edmonton, Alberta. It has established itself as a critical supplier of water, wastewater treatment, and process chemicals to the pulp and paper industry.
Founded in 2008, SLS Chemical Inc. has grown significantly in the past 5 years, driven by its commitment to providing value to its customers in the Pulp and Paper industry.
Expertise and Solutions
SLS Chemical specializes in biological wastewater treatment chemistry and offers a comprehensive suite of chemicals for various applications within the pulp and paper industry. Their expertise comes from a deep understanding of how pulp mills operate, from chip washing, impregnation, bleaching, to refining. This knowledge allows SLS adjust treatment options to yield specific outcomes needed by each mill, ensuring the most cost-effective performance. This very same approach is applied to SLS’s growth in papermaking chemistry. Their expertise includes:
Retention, drainage, and formation aids: SLS provides both dry and on-machine performance flocculants, essential for pulp and paper waste treatment plants. These flocculants aid in the aggregation of particles, facilitating easier removal from wastewater.
Defoamers: SLS provides defoamers for a variety of applications including brown stock defoamers, aerobic and anaerobic reactors, and papermaking process waters.
Water Clarification: SLS's chemicals are used in raw water clarification, ensuring that the water used in the pulp and paper process is free from contaminants and suitable for production.
Sludge Dewatering: The company offers solutions for sludge dewatering, including belt press drainage, centrifuge, dissolved air flotation, and screw press drainage. These processes are crucial for reducing the volume of sludge and improving its handling and disposal.
Micronutrients and Carbon: The company provides micronutrients and carbon for biological treatment processes, enhancing the efficiency of microbial activity in breaking down organic matter in wastewater.
Scale and Deposit Control: SLS offers chemicals for scale control, preventing the buildup of scale in equipment and pipelines, which can hinder production and increase maintenance costs. Our new product lines extend into felt/fabric wash and general cleaning chemistry.
Consulting, Laboratory, and Training Services
In addition to supplying chemicals, SLS Chemical Inc. provides consulting and training services for its applications and the equipment it functions in. Their consulting services include waste biomass analysis, technical/operator training, and procurement management. These services help pulp and paper mills optimize their wastewater treatment and papermaking processes, reduce costs, and comply with environmental regulations.
While SLS is based in Western Canada, the company has established strong partnerships with manufacturers in the United States, Canada, Japan, and China. This global reach ensures that SLS can provide high-quality chemicals through reliable supply chains to pulp and paper mills across North America.
Ryan Devlin, President and CEO at SLS Chemical Inc.
How our approach differs in the marketplace
SLS Chemical Inc. differentiates itself by removing product bias from the chemical selection process and narrows service delivery into specific categories. The company maps the supply chain to the primary manufacturers, removing as many non-value-added middlemen as possible. This ensures SLS prescribes well known and effective solutions using reliable supply chains. Next, SLS learns their customers' processes in significant detail, creating solutions that meet the specific objectives of their clients and government regulators. SLS views its customers as partners in solving complex problems using simple solutions. Unlike companies that travel a weekly circuit, SLS remains focused on being available for when they are needed, responding in a timely manner.
SLS invests time in learning their customers' processes as thoroughly as the customers know themselves. This deep understanding allows SLS to solve problems and apply their solutions to meet specific needs ensuring optimal performance of all prescribed chemistry in the system, not just those provided by SLS.
SLS Chemical was founded by Ryan Devlin. An Environmental Chemist and Biologist with 30 years of industry experience. He is a trusted partner for pulp and paper mills seeking effective wastewater treatment and pulp mill chemistry. Their deep understanding of the entire pulp mill process, from chip washing to refining, combined with their expertise in chemistry, biology, and engineering, positions SLS as a leader in the industry. As the pulp and paper industry continues to evolve, SLS Chemical Inc. remains dedicated to helping mills achieve their environmental and operational goals. Their objective is to be seen as the leading water and wastewater specialty chemical sales company in Canada.
About SLS Chemical Inc.
SLS Chemical Inc., based in Edmonton, Alberta, is a Canadian-owned company specializing in water, wastewater, and process treatment solutions for the pulp and paper industry. Founded in 2008, SLS stands out for its technical expertise, customer-focused approach, and commitment to delivering efficient, cost-effective chemistry. Led by environmental chemist Ryan Devlin, the company partners with mills to optimize operations and meet environmental goals. slschemical.com
