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  • Superior Health Linens to Install New LAVATEC Press

    Superior Health Linens to Install New LAVATEC Press

    Superior Health Linens, a division of Healthcare Linen Services Group in Cudahy, Wis., has reached a purchase agreement to replace their 20-year-old LAVATEC LP582 extraction press with a newer model. The machine is expected to be installed later this summer. “The LP582 has been a key contributor to our processing capabilities over the last 20

  • Washing Systems HydroBarrier Pro

    Washing Systems HydroBarrier Pro

    Sustainable innovation like HydroBarrier Pro™ from Washing Systems provides a biobased, nonfluorinated water barrier designed for textiles and nonwoven substrates in professional laundry applications. Discover how Washing Systems innovations deliver measurable results through advanced technology and smart chemistry for a “Clean Without Compromise.” Learn More About HydroBarrierPro: HydroBarrier Pro | Non-Fluorinated Water Repellency

  • ImageFIRST Earns TRSA Awards

    ImageFIRST Earns TRSA Awards

    King of Prussia, PA—ImageFIRST®, a healthcare linen services provider, has earned multiple honors in the 2026 Textile Rental Services Association (TRSA) Awards, according to a news  release.  ImageFIRST was named a Silver-level recipient of TRSA’s 2026 Company Community Service Award. The honor recognizes the impact of the company’s community giving efforts, including its Annual Giving Campaign. In 2024, ImageFIRST associates raised a record of $218,416. With the company

  • Christeyns New HQ and Manufacturing Facility in NC

    Christeyns New HQ and Manufacturing Facility in NC

    Christeyns North America celebrated the official opening of its new, state-of-the-art North American corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility at 311 Staton Road in Greenville, North Carolina. The milestone was marked by a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by local officials, business leaders, and community partners. This new facility represents a transformative step forward for the company,

  • Jones Joins Gurtler

    Jones Joins Gurtler

    Gurtler Industries, Inc. announced the addition of Hunter Jones. Jones joined Gurtler Industries as Manager of Market Development for Louisiana. He brings with him 15+ years of experience in the laundry industry. He currently lives in Baton Rouge, LA, and holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from LSU.

  • Healthcare Linen Svc Group Expands in Iowa Market

    Healthcare Linen Svc Group Expands in Iowa Market

    Healthcare Linen Services Group (HLSG), a provider of healthcare linen management solutions, announced the acquisition of Crescent Laundry, a healthcare laundry provider based in Davenport, Iowa in a recent news release. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in HLSG’s continued growth, expanding its service footprint into the Iowa market and strengthening its ability to support

  • WSI Launches New Customer-Focused Website

    WSI Launches New Customer-Focused Website

    Loveland, OH — WSI announced the launch of its fully redesigned website. The new platform delivers an elevated digital experience for all customers and prospective customers across the laundry industry—including industrial, linen supply, hospitality, healthcare, food & beverage, and other commercial laundry operations. Built with user experience at the forefront, the redesigned site gives operators,

  • EVI Acquires Belenky

    EVI Acquires Belenky

    MIAMI–(BUSINESS WIRE)– EVI Industries, Inc. (NYSE American: “EVI”) announced that it entered into and closed a definitive agreement to acquire Akron, Ohio-based Belenky, Inc. (“Belenky”), a distributor of commercial laundry products and provider of related installation and maintenance services. Belenky represents the thirty-second (32nd) commercial laundry business to join the EVI family. Belenky is a

  • Cintas To Acquire UniFirst for $5.5 Billion

    Cintas To Acquire UniFirst for $5.5 Billion

    Cintas Corporation and UniFirst Corporation announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Cintas will acquire UniFirst for $310.00 per share in cash and stock, representing an enterprise value of approximately $5.5 billion, according to a news release. The transaction brings together two family-founded companies with longstanding commitments to customer service and

  • Central Florida Laundry to Install New LAVATEC Dryers

    Central Florida Laundry to Install New LAVATEC Dryers

    Lavatec Laundry Technology announced today it has reached a purchase agreement with Central Florida Laundry. The Orlando-based company will be replacing older LAVATEC equipment with two new, TT-series premium dryers. The 465-pound capacity and energy efficient machines are expected to be Installed this summer. Central Florida Laundry has provided services to hospitality organizations for eight