Nearly all hotels are experiencing staffing shortages, according to a new member survey conducted by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), as reported in recent news release. Eighty-seven percent (87%) of survey respondents indicated they are experiencing a staffing shortage, 36% severely so. The most critical staffing need is housekeeping, with 43% ranking it …
ALM announced Sarah Brobeck as its new Executive Director. An experienced leader and industry professional, Brobeck will succeed retiring Executive Director, Linda Fairbanks and assume responsibilities on November 1, 2022, according to a news release. Brobeck has served in roles from laundry operations to vendor sales, providing a unique perspective and in-depth knowledge of the …
The CSCNetwork Board of Directors announced the appointment of textile rental industry veteran Jeff Landry to the position of Executive Director, according to a news release. Since 1979, CSCNetwork has made it its mission to help the independents in the industry stay independent. As a result of Landry’s comprehensive industrial laundry and supply chain experience, …
UniFirst Corporation, a North American provider of customized business uniform programs, facility service products, and first aid and safety services, has signed a sponsorship agreement with the Detroit Lions, naming them the Official Uniform Supplier of the Detroit Lions, according to a news release. In addition to being the official uniform supplier for Lions gameday …
TRSA recently held its Annual Conference in Nashville, TN, where its new board members for the upcoming year were announced, according to a news release. Jim Kearns, executive vice president and chief financial officer, Alsco Uniforms, was elected chair of TRSA’s Board of Directors during the Annual Membership Meeting on Sept. 15. A graduate of …
Milliken & Company, a diversified manufacturer committed to sustainability is proud to achieve a gold rating on its 2022 EcoVadis assessment, according to a new release. EcoVadis is a provider of business sustainability ratings, providing detailed insight into environmental, social and ethical considerations across 200+ purchasing categories and 160+ countries. Milliken’s score places it in the top …
This year during Clean, at the Consolidated Laundry Machinery (CLM) booth attendees had the opportunity to view CLM mat rollers and dryers while learning how CLM’s wide range of industrial dryers – steam-heated and gas fired – can benefit their laundry. As always, the show provides opportunities for users to provide feedback, both good and …
B&C Technologies is pleased to announce its next service school date scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, October 25 and 26. The two-day school covers maintenance, troubleshooting, programming, and more. Lunch will be provided both days, dinner the first night and all materials needed for the school. However, it is requested that attendees bring a windows …
LAVATEC unveiled new energy efficient equipment at The Clean Show in Atlanta, and the response from attendees during and after the show has been overwhelmingly positive, according to a news release. Company President Mark Thrasher says reactions to the LAVACascade drying system were highly favorable, and interest in the massive LAVAPress ULTRA 597S 60-bar extraction …
At the Clean Show in Atlanta, GA, Softrol Systems provided a unique booth experience including video walkthroughs of several major material handling and process control installations. New 2022 Softrol Rail and Softrol Garment Sort installations were featured. Further, a customer-driven virtual walkthrough was demonstrated for the new Crown Health Care Services Atlanta facility, which included …
