August
2009
Departments

TRSA News
We outline TRSA’s plan for revamping association committees as part of the blending of TRSA/UTSA.

Chairman’s Message
As the blending nears it’s one-year anniversary, it’s worth pointing out the progress that TRSA and UTSA have made in combining their safety committees into one, highly effective organization.
Jeffrey L. Wright

Commentary
TRSA and UTSA members have long relied on committees to deliberate and take action on industry issues. We expect TRSA’s revamped committee structure to reinvigorate that process.
Roger Cocivera

From the Editor
The common view is that the uniform market has suffered disproportionately in the recent economic downturn. We take a look at what’s working for this market.
Jack Morgan

On the Environment
State and federal regulators are scrutinizing local POTWs with renewed vigor. That could mean ordinance changes that could affect your operations. TRSA can help you defend your eco-friendly operations.
Bob Schaffer

News from Washington
Authentic industry voices backed by financial support are critical to getting lawmakers to pay attention to your policy concerns, from EPA rules to labor law, death taxes and more.
Charlie Sewell

HR Adviser
TRSA announces its new DVD on lockout/tagout procedures. This affordable tool ($100 for members) provides hands-on training designed specifically for textile services.
Charles Tomlinson

Corporate Briefs
Textile service and supplier news

Features

Global Viewpoints
We offer brief profiles of three new TRSA Board members who operate commercial laundries in Canada, Mexico and Sweden.

Clean '09—Awesome Advances
Operators and suppliers size up the high points of Clean ’09, a show that featured new systems, machinery, textiles and more.—Jack Morgan

ARAMARK & Ecolab—A Quality Partnership
A high-profile operator and supplier celebrate 10 years of strategic partnership that’s paved the way for major energy savings and significant environmental innovation.
—Carol Patton

Spirit of Innovation—Form, Function & Style
Textile Rental showcases a compendium of occupational wear in a variety of offerings, including eco-friendly recycled poly shirts, antimicrobial goods, lower-weight FR fabrics and more.—Ruth Davis

Comfort, Stretch and Durability!
Dow XLA™ fabric for workwear lets uniform companies provide end users with comfort and flexibility in garments that stand up well to industrial laundering.—Jack Morgan

Green Opportunity: A Practical Look at Cap and Trade
Improving energy efficiency can save you money and help the planet as well. What's more, policymakers are now providing 'green' incentives to encourage conservation.
—Charles Koontz

TRSA 2009 Service Awards II: Lives of Achievement

Here is a second round of service award winners who’ve passed the 25- to 45-year mark for service to the industry. We recognize their many contributions going back to the mid-’60s.

TRSA Reception—High Spirits on the Mississippi
Nearly 500 textile service industry leaders turned out for TRSA’s kickoff reception at Clean ’09 in New Orleans. We offer a gallery of photos that captures their sense of anticipation.—Jack Morgan

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