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Franklin Park, Ill. — Jan. 8, 2015 — Sloan and the Chicago Cubs announced that Sloan has joined the Cubs organization as a Legacy Partner and the team’s Official Water Efficiency Partner. As part of this agreement, the Cubs spring training facility in Mesa, Ariz., will be named Sloan Park.
Sloan, the world’s leading manufacturer of intelligent water solutions, will help the Cubs expand their ongoing sustainability efforts and improve fan experience at Sloan Park and at Wrigley Field.
Sloan's expertise in water efficiency will help the Cubs reduce their overall environmental impact – especially important in drought-prone areas such as Arizona.
“We are a global organization founded in Chicago, so partnering with another iconic Chicago brand is a natural fit," said Sloan President Jim Allen. "Sloan products have been in Wrigley Field since 1914, and this exciting new partnership with the Chicago Cubs helps Sloan tell its story on a major league level."
He added, "Water is an increasingly important natural resource. By helping communities and organizations like the Chicago Cubs save water, Sloan helps to raise awareness of water conservation in this country and around the world. Responsible use of water is critical to local communities and to the world. Our partnership with the Chicago Cubs organization gives us the opportunity to help build winning teams through sustainable solutions.”
Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts said, "Teaming up with Sloan is an important move for the Chicago Cubs. Sloan brings more than a century of experience and success in creating cutting-edge water solutions for a wide variety of venues all around the world. We are pleased to work with and learn from Sloan as we enhance our facilities and build for the future.”
The Cubs will use Sloan’s products in the newly named Sloan Park in Mesa and plan to integrate them into Wrigley Field and its surrounding facilities as part of the 1060 Project construction — helping the organization expand its ongoing sustainability efforts.
Sloan also will have brand presence at Sloan Park and Wrigley Field, including designated areas to showcase Sloan products and state-of-the-art water-saving technologies along with fixed signage on the visiting team’s bullpen.
Sloan becomes the sixth Legacy Partner of the Chicago Cubs, joining Anheuser-Busch, ATI Physical Therapy, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, Under Armour, and Wintrust.
Sloan, founded in 1906, is the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems. Headquartered in Franklin Park, Ill., the company is at the forefront of the green building movement and provides sustainable restroom solutions by manufacturing water-efficient products such as flush valves, electronic faucets, soap dispensing systems, sink systems, and vitreous china fixtures for commercial, industrial, and institutional markets worldwide.
For more information, visit sloanvalve.com.
