TRSA News
TRSA President and CEO Roger Cocivera testifies before an IRS panel in favor of workable rules for expensing textile goods.

Chairman’s Message
Fighting back against misleading claims from the disposables industry is but one of many ways TRSA is working to make the textile services industry second to none!
Gregory P. Jeltema

Commentary
TRSA is broadening its outreach to textile service associations in Europe on a wide range of issues, including safety, technology and promoting reusables.
Roger F. Cocivera

From the Editor
Innovation and entrepreneurship are thriving in today’s textile service industry—from hospitality to healthcare and more. TRSA offers numerous ways to help you take advantage of these opportunities.
Jack Morgan

On the Environment
The use of nanotechnology to detect minute quantities of harmful chemicals (at the level of parts per quadrillion) is outpacing the EPA’s ability to craft reasonable regulations.
Bob Schaffer

News from Washington
Timely communication with your congressional candidates this fall could save your business from the wrath of a confiscatory ‘death tax’ set to take effect in 2011.
Lawrence A. Fineran

HR Adviser
“Gimme 50 cents!” Remember that schoolyard bully? He now may be working on your plant floor—and causing problems. We offer tips for reining him (or her) in.
Kelly Saliba

Corporate Briefs
Textile service and supplier news

JCAM Maximum Value; Nice Price!
This year’s Joint Committee Annual Meeting (JCAM) in Salt Lake City promises to deliver information you can act on to grow your business.—Jack Morgan

Nothing Is as Fast as the Speed of Trust
Succeeding in today’s knowledge-based economy hinges on trust.—Stephen M.R. Covey

TRSA 2008 Service Awards—Tough Times Don't Last— Good People Do!
TRSA recognizes 25-year veterans and other senior employees of member companies.

An Evolution in Manufacturing Safety
A look at Milliken’s system for improving safety, quality and morale.—Barry Rosenberg

Winning in a Wavering Economy
Operators and suppliers serve up ideas for beating the economic slowdown.—Ruth Davis

Ramp Up Savings: Variable-Frequency Drive Sorting
Advanced technology saves energy by idling vacuum motors when not in use.—David Rinella

Standardized Processing—Achieving a Quality Finish
Maximize throughput/efficiency with the right mix of ironers, spreader/feeders, folders, etc.—Gary Ostrum

Hard Truths About Energy and How to Cope
Strategic options for maximizing value in your energy purchases—David L. George

Lessons for Longevity
Golden Star Inc. made it to 100 this year by rolling with the changes.—Ruth Davis

Slow and Steady Can Win the Race
Mississippi entrepreneurs carve out a niche in the Gulf Coast linen supply trade—George Ferencz

TRSA's 2008 Healthcare Seminar—Ready for Action!
TRSA’s Healthcare Seminar can help you access this fast-growing market.—Bill Mann

Rising Ambulatory Market Driving Change
The MEDtegrity network lets independent operators pursue national healthcare accounts—George Ferencz

Safe Choices: Fabric Selection for a Changing FR Market
Selling field-tested reliability fuels growth in the FR apparel market.—Rich Gojdics

Gentleman Jack Spence—'Experienced Wisdom'
A look at the life and career of a timeless leader.
—Jack Morgan

How Do You Spell (Regulatory) Relief? F-L-Y-I-N
A review of TRSA members’ recent outreach to Capitol Hill—Lawrence A Fineran

Obama vs. McCain—Where they Stand on Issues Affecting Employers
A review of TRSA members’ recent outreach to Capitol Hill—Lawrence A Fineran