Making his own way: Vayland Electric builds on family tradition
Logan and Josie Schiltz stand outside the Vayland Electric shop near Wessington, where Logan launched his electrical contracting business in January. The shop once housed his grandfather’s Schiltz Manufacturing operation, adding a new chapter to the family property’s entrepreneurial history. (KRISTI HINE / TRUE DAKOTAN)
There is plenty of family history inside the Wessington shop where Logan Schiltz is building his new business.
Decades ago, his grandfather operated Schiltz Manufacturing there, building equipment that was shipped across the country. His father, Doug, grew up on the property and later built a business of his own.
Now, the tools and equipment inside the shop belong to another Schiltz enterprise.
