TRSA News
Plans for the Clean Show are moving briskly forward as the excitement builds for an outstanding trade extravaganza this June 18-21 in New Orleans.

Chairman’s Message
The Tech/Plant Summit and the Clean Show—a one-two punch that can help power your company’s profitability, despite the bleak economy.
Gregory P. Jeltema

Commentary
As difficult as things are in much of the economy, textile service companies are well positioned to grow by pursuing healthcare, government contracting and more.
Roger F. Cocivera

From the Editor
Textile service companies specializing in hospitality venues today face severe challenges. Diversifying into hotel outsourcing can help operators fill the gap.
Jack Morgan

Environment
The new administration has set its sights on stepped-up enforcement of environmental rules. We offer guidance to help ensure ongoing compliance with EPA rules.
Bob Schaffer

News from Washington
Everyone knows that TRSA's government affairs staff lobby Members of Congress and the federal agencies. But did you know some of the other ways we can help your company?
Lawrence A. Fineran

HR Adviser
The Safety Committee rolls out a new e-tool on confined-space hazards, the latest in a series of online materials aimed at helping you ensure compliance with OSHA rules.
Charles Tomlinson

Corporate Briefs
Textile service and supplier news

Joint TRSA/UTSA Summit Brings Industry Together
Q&A on why you can’t afford not to be at the Tech/Plant Summit. If keeping your plant as efficient and profitable as possible was important in good times, why not now? —George Ferencz

Recession Strategy: Partner With Customers
Textile service execs reflect on the restaurant linen supply business. Amid today’s market challenges, providing an extra measure of service can help keep these companies afloat.—D. Douglas Graham

Wanted: New Mindset for Hotels
Consultant Glen Phillips discusses linen outsourcing opportunities in the hotel market. While growth has stalled at many hotels, outsourcing is now an increasingly attractive option.—Jack Morgan

Ironer Evolution
Given today’s volatility in natural gas prices, it makes sense to consider the advantages of a thermal oil ironer system over traditional, steam-powered finishing equipment.—Jerry D. Elmore

Universal Overhaul-From Vision to Reality!
A Louisville independent recounts the ups and downs of a $5 million plant overhaul that’s refurbished an historic facility and broadened the horizons of a family-owned company—Jack Morgan

Healthcare Laundering in the Shadow of the City of Lights
Last year, 30 TRSA members went to Europe to see the latest innovations in laundry processing there. In the first of several installments, we look at the Logipole facility near Reims, France.—George Ferencz

Designing An Effective Batch Washing System
We consider several reasons why tunnel washers don’t always perform up to expectations. Unitex’s chief engineer offers ideas for improving results by focusing on downstream production issues.—Jim Curiale

Employers Beware—Obama is Here
The new president has close ties to labor—thanks to his strong support for bills such as the Employee Free Choice Act. We review several pro-labor measures likely to come before Congress—Scott Kamins