October
2008
Departments

TRSA News
TRSA’s new 2007 Industry Performance Report shows that while growth slowed last year, operator profitability grew amid reduced spending—as a percentage of gross sales—on energy, water and merchandise.

Chairman’s Message
As the marathon election campaign winds to a close, TRSA members should consider beefing up participation in grass-roots politics.
Gregory P. Jeltema

Commentary
TRSA’s Safety Committee is circulating a survey that asks members to submit OSHA 300A safety data for all your facilities. We’d like your input as we seek to establish a benchmark safety statistic.
Roger F. Cocivera

From the Editor
TRSA’s Healthcare Seminar offers members an outstanding opportunity to simplify the challenges associated with upgrading systems and machinery.
Jack Morgan

On the Environment
Boosting participation in LaundryESP® topped the list of environmental issues that members addressed at the JCAM in Salt Lake City.

News from Washington
We offer access to resources that can help everyone make the right choices in the Nov. 4 election.
Lawrence A. Fineran

HR Adviser
The terms ‘lockout’ and ‘tagout’ are often lumped together. In fact, the former means making it impossible to turn a machine on, while the latter means labeling a machine that is undergoing repairs/maintenance.
Charles Tomlinson

Corporate Briefs
Textile service and supplier news

Features

Worlds To Win—TRSA's Healthcare Seminar
Maximizing growth in healthcare requires an understanding of the economic and technological forces driving hospitals and other providers.—Jack Morgan

Leading Men—Three New TRSA Board Members
We profile two healthcare textile services executives and a machinery company president who recently were elected to TRSA’s Board of Directors.

Banking on a Lease

Textile service company execs look at truck options—the ins and outs of leasing vs. buying route vehicles.—Ruth Davis

New and Improved—Hospitality Showdown
We offer an overview of the full range of hospitality textiles from TRSA Associate Member companies.—Ruth Davis

General Linen: Dawn of Opportunity
A textile service operator in the heart of Detroit is pursuing new growth with a contract at a major new casino complex.—Jack Morgan

Tough Economic Times: Winning with Mats
The solution to economic uncertainty is right at your doorstep—in the form of walk-off mats that can boost profitability, particularly when you approach prospects with a growth-oriented focus.—Jocelyn H. Scott

First Priority: Safe Handling of Chemicals
How well are you protecting employees from chemical hazards? Read this article and you'll have a better idea of where your plant stands.—Thomas D. Storm

Drugs in the Workplace—Fight Back!
In today’s litigious environment, you need a proactive, zero-tolerance approach to protect your company against substance abuse.—Sam Garofalo

Center Stage, Salt Lake City
We check in on reception attendees at TRSA’s recent Joint Committee Annual Meeting.—Jack Morgan

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