Sylmar Group Enters the Florida Market with the Acquisition of R2J Chemical Services, Inc.
Founded in 1982, R2J brings over 40 years of experience delivering comprehensive water treatment programs to its customers, including cooling and boiler water treatment, Legionella testing and remediation, potable water solutions, and corrosion control to industrial, commercial, and institutional clients across Florida. R2J leverages more than 147 years of collective technical experience to deliver sustainable services tailored to the unique needs and budgets of its clients, in line with Sylmar's goals of providing a Total Water Solution to its customer base.
This strategic acquisition marks Sylmar's first foray into Florida, significantly strengthening its industrial water treatment platform with a focus on selectively moving into high-growth industries and geographies. R2J's deep technical and regional expertise directly complements Sylmar's mission to provide tailored, high-performance water treatment solutions that reduce environmental impact, improve operational outcomes, and decrease total cost of ownership for their customers. Together, Sylmar and R2J will serve a broader range of clients, bringing advanced technologies, custom-engineered programs, and a shared commitment to operational excellence to one of the nation's fastest-growing regions. This move further establishes Sylmar as a comprehensive total-water provider in industrial water treatment and accelerates their ability to deliver innovative, reliable solutions to new and existing clients in the Southeastern United States.
' All of us at R2J are excited about the possibilities provided by our partnership with the Sylmar Group. We bring decades of hands-on experience, strong customer relationships, and a proven track record of providing practical and effective water management solutions,' said Bob Lee, Founder and President of R2J. 'By partnering with the Sylmar Group, we're combining our deep industry knowledge and commitment to service with their expanded technical, product, and training resources. Together, we're not only enhancing the solutions we provide to our customers - we're also investing in our employees by giving them greater access to education, innovation, and professional development. This partnership makes us stronger, smarter, and better equipped to lead in a rapidly evolving industry.'
Michael Warady, President of Sylmar Group, commented on the significance of the acquisition, 'It's very rare to meet business owners like Bob and Elaine Lee, as well as companies such as R2J, that so clearly fit Sylmar's Core Values and serve as a once-in-a-generation opportunity to grow into the Florida market. We're excited to partner with the R2J team as we build Sylmar's water treatment division into a leading nationwide firm that puts employees and clients first through solving water problems others won't, can't, or haven't tried to solve.'
For more information about Sylmar Group, visit https://sylmargrp.com/. For more information about R2J Chemical Services, visit https://www.r2j.com/.
About Sylmar Group:
Sylmar Group is a nationwide water company that provides a range of water treatment and water distribution solutions for industrial, commercial, agricultural, and municipal clients across the United States.
About R2J Chemical Services:
R2J Chemical Services, Inc. is a leading provider of water treatment solutions for industrial, commercial, and institutional clients. R2J specializes in cooling and boiler water treatment, Legionella management, potable water solutions, and corrosion control, delivering customized programs that prioritize efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility throughout the state of Florida.
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