By Al Adcock, VP of Sales and Marketing at B&C Technologies During the wash process, laundry chemicals are introduced to aid in the removal of stains, oils, and other contaminants found in the goods. Under normal circumstances, the chemicals used in the wash process are properly dosed and adequately rinsed. If not managed properly, the chemicals can cause damage to the goods and shorten their service …
By Al Adcock, VP of Sales and Marketing at B&C Technologies
What if I told you that you could save money, reduce energy consumption, and increase your commercial laundry’s efficiency?
By Steve Berg, Vice President, Encompass Group Infection prevention is central to healthcare, and healthcare textiles (HCTs) play a quiet but critical role. A fomite is any inanimate object that, when exposed to infectious agents, can serve as a vehicle for transmission. Textiles fall into this category, which has led to recurring questions about their …
By Ken Tyler, Consultant There is a lot of talk about hygienically clean in our industry – as well there should be. It is imperative that textiles in a hospital setting are hygienically clean to ensure patient safety. But what is the science behind testing for hygienically clean textiles? From 1979-1981, I had the pleasure …
By Cody Davis, Kemco Systems, Regional Sales Manager, Midwest Membranes are the essential element of any water recycling system as they serve as the filter for removing solids and chemicals. When choosing a membrane, the first consideration is what types of suspended solids will be filtered. Total dissolved solids (TDS) and total suspended solids …
By: Ken Tyler, Sr. Laundry Industry Consultant When you need to replace your laundry systems, it’s time to get – back to the basics. Whether you are mixing and matching components and manufacturers, this is what you should know when replacing a piece of equipment or systems in your facility. Know your needs. Determine what you need in …
By: Ken Tyler, Sr. Laundry Industry Consultant Last week in Part 1 we explored why we should treat employees just as good – or better – than customers. This week we’ll take a look at specific actions you can take to make your employees feel respected. We’ll also explore the importance of your team’s mental …
By: Ken Tyler, Sr. Laundry Industry Consultant You may have heard that customers should come first. However, it’s also debatable that your employees should come first instead. They bring great value to your organization with skills and talent that can’t easily be replaced. Whether your employees are union or not, become familiar with Department of Labor Rules, …
By Kate Zabriskie — It starts innocently enough. You want to ensure everything runs smoothly, so you check in often. You spot mistakes, so you fix it yourself. Someone misses a minor detail, and you think, “I’ll just handle it next time.” Before long, you’re reviewing every email, sitting in on every meeting, and wondering …
By Steve Berg, Vice President, Encompass Group — How modern linens can enhance comfort, reduce costs, and improve operational ROI. In today’s senior living environment, margins are tight, staffing is stretched, and expectations around resident experience have never been higher. Yet many facilities still rely on outdated linen systems that drive up labor costs, …