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About

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We are truly a family business that started in 1988, when company founder Charles Herr began manufacturing and distribution of the “1 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ (actual size) aluminum straightedge with welded ends and kerfed edges”, masonry wallscraper, and the asphalt t-lute. His daughter came with him in 1996. The company grew and finally incorporated in 1999. On January 1, 2004, Charyl became full owner so Charlie could retire. The business is in the process of being listed as a women owned business. Her son Sam does all the manufacturing and welding. Mr. Herr was the mastermind behind most of the tools that Slip Industries sells. Prior to launching the company, he spent 34 years on the road selling construction equipment to contractors. Through his dealings with contractors and their employees, he saw the need for certain tools that weren’t being made. In addition to offering a diverse line of stock tools, Slip Industries can custom-machine aluminum tools for specialized applications.

Every job needs an experienced craftsman and every craftsman needs the right tool. At Slip Industries, Inc., we recognize the talent and hard work of asphalt, concrete and masonry artisans, and we do what we can to provide them with the very best in construction tools in Pennsylvania. 


For more than 30 years, we’ve gotten to know contractors and builders, and the jobs they do. In that time, we’ve come to understand that quality tools are the root of success. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to design, create, produce and provide the very best custom road construction tools in Pennsylvania. Whether the job is big or small, complex or simple, custom or straightforward, rest assured our tools will make it the best job you’ve ever done, every time. 


Our products encompass asphalt, concrete and masonry finishing. We have products in-stock and can work with you to create something completely unique—whatever helps you do your best work! We also work hard to add innovative tools each year, after hearing the feedback and requests of our customers. If you can’t find the right tool with us, it doesn’t exist—and if it doesn’t exist, we’ll make it!


The next time you pick up a hand tool and get ready to work on your asphalt, concrete or masonry project, make sure you’re reaching for a Slip Industries, Inc. product. We promise our dedication to excellence will translate through to the work you’re doing. 



  • We’ve been a family-owned and -operated business since 1988. Now in our second generation, the business was passed from father to daughter in 2004.

  • We love to interact with contractors and tradesmen to understand their needs and build lasting business relationships rooted in quality. 

  • Our selection of quality products includes asphalt tampers, depth gauges, lutes, straight edges, spreaders and much more.

  • All welding and fabrication are done in-house. We produce only the very best in American-made products! 

  • We’re proud to be a woman-owned business, guided by principles of integrity, knowledge and experience.



American-Made Excellence

For well-made tools with the rigor to stand up to any job, turn to Slip Industries, Inc. Contact us today to learn more about the products we create and how they can help you work better.

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