Mission Linen Supply’s Chico laundry facility is now Hygienically Clean Healthcare Certified. This certification, offered through TRSA, demonstrates the Chico facility’s commitment to following laundering best practices and consistently producing hygienically clean textiles that meet healthcare standards, according to a news release. “Now more than ever, healthcare facilities need to be able to trust that …
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Tingue, Brown & Co. announced the acquisition of Toronto-based Cramer Co. by its Canadian subsidiary, Tingue Canada, effective January 15, 2021, according to a news release. Ty Acton, Tingue’s president, shared, “We’re very happy for David Cramer, who ran a terrific business starting back in 1978. We’re also excited for the opportunity to expand our …
Emerald Textiles, a portfolio company of Los Angeles-based private investment firms Pacific Avenue Capital Partners, LLC and Highland Avenue Funds, LLC announced that Andrew Kratky has joined the executive management team and was appointed President of California, according to a news release. “We are excited to have Andy join the Emerald team. Andy has a …
Milliken & Company teamed up with local schools to provide 23,040 Milliken Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) reusable fabric gowns to teachers and faculty, according to a news release. These gowns, donated as part of the company’s initiative to support the communities where its associates live and work, will outfit teachers with a reusable gown to …
UniFirst Corporation has spent the summer supporting small business revitalization in regions across the United States, Mexico, and Canada through a comprehensive donation totaling more than 250,000 protective face masks, according to a news release. As state lockdowns are lifted, businesses across the country have been eager to get back to work — but many …
Ellis Corporation is excited to unveil its new website — elliscorp.com. Offering a clean, modern look and intuitive functionality, the new site provides a comprehensive look at the full suite of solutions, services, and products offered by Ellis, including the Uptime® Intelligent Machine Management System, Ellis Water Solutions, and Ludell heating and pump solutions. The …
Cintas Corporation announced that its direct sale and rental distribution centers (DCs) located in its Chicago, Ill. facility have been awarded Gold level under the TRUE (Total Resource Use and Efficiency) certification system for zero waste. Administered by Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), TRUE helps facilities define, pursue and achieve zero waste goals while becoming more …
UMF Corporation announced the recipient of the company’s 11th annual Hygiene Specialist® Excellence Award, acknowledging the important contribution of environmental services (EVS) departments in healthcare facilities across the country. This year’s recipient is Hosea Jackson, a custodial services manager for Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta. Jackson, who works for the hospital through a contract with Sodexo, was recently promoted …
Prudential Overall Supply, a reusable image work apparel and related textiles company, announced that it has been nominated for consideration for the Top Family-Owned Business Award. Prudential is one of five Orange County family-owned businesses that were selected by the Orange County Business Journal (OCBJ) for award consideration, according to a news release. The nomination …
