(L to R) W. Howard Wright, Henry Wright, Wallace Graham
What Elements Have Defined Our Success Through The Years?
Our keen ability to form strong bonds with our customers; our enduring capacity to adapt to an ever changing marketplace; not to mention our pioneering spirit which has enabled us to achieve continuous growth using these key deliberate strategies over the years:
Backward Integration
Our founder, W. Howard Wright recognized that to survive and grow in the competitive market for electrical insulations intensive research and development were keys to success. His efforts and later Henry's, to backward integrate into key raw materials required for electrical products, and his push to invent new products like synthetic polyester wire enamels, allowed the company to withstand hard times in the first half of the 20th century and to sustain solid growth.
Globalization
Howard's son, Henry Wright had the forethought to realize the value of being strategically positioned closest to our customers. His efforts to bring Schenectady plants and products to all major markets around the world were major keys to success in the second half of the 20th century that allowed the company to grow exponentially.
Acquisitions
Wallace Graham is only the 3rd Chairman and Chief Executive Officer in the company's 100 year history. His progressive approach to expansion and growth through acquisitions and new products has added a wide range of new businesses to the SI Group family in many new regions of the world. His eye for opportunity has allowed the company to stay ahead of the competition and has cemented our position in the rapidly expanding global marketplace.
And we're still writing history every day…
WE'VE CHANGED OUR NAME! (Everything Else Stays the Same)
At first we were a pioneering force in the emerging market for electrical motors as
Schenectady Varnish Works.
Over the years we intensified our research and globalized as
Schenectady Chemicals, Inc.
Later solidifying our reputation for stability, reliability and the highest quality chemical products as Schenectady International, Inc.
Today, Schenectady International, Inc. is proud to celebrate its 100th Anniversary! The cornerstone of our Centennial Celebration is the unveiling of our new corporate identity.
Schenectady International has changed its name to: SI Group, Inc.
We are still the same company, with the same core values that have served our customers for 100 years - the only thing that has changed is our name. Our success and longevity as a global chemical industry leader is an enduring tribute to our founders, employees, customers, vendors and communities all over the world.
As SI Group, Inc., we are poised for the next century of service to you!
