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AdventHealth: “I Trust Gurtler”
…says Scott Sadlier, Senior Director of Laundry Services for AdventHealth Laundry (formerly Florida Hospital Laundry) in the Orlando area. Their three tunnels, processing over 36 million pounds a year, are served with Gurtler’s proven chemistry and dispensing technology, combined with our newest innovation, our Vis-Tex Tunnel Filtration System. Scott also tells us: “Gurtler has helped us reduce our stain counts by 36%. Since switching to Gurtler our customer service score on quality has increased 31%. That reflects on our great partnership and our shared focus on meeting our customer’s needs. You couldn’t ask for a better service team; Gurtler has a commitment from the top down. Greg Gurtler is committed to ensuring his team provides excellent service!”
Gurtler is proud to be a trusted partner with AdventHealth Laundry, one of the largest processors of healthcare textiles in northern Florida.
Paris Companies: “Gurtler is working harder so you don’t have to.”
“Our laundry service facility runs on very demanding schedules. We can’t afford costly downtime. The consistent and reliable performance of Gurtler products and service helps us attain our production goals and remain profitable.”
– David Stern, President & CEO, Paris Companies
Gurtler Quality, Savings and Service Pay Off at Valley City Linen!
“Valley City is a major supplier of textiles to the restaurant markets across Michigan. With one tunnel and six large washer-extractors, our volume is significant.
At Valley City Linen, we value the long-term commitment and relationship we have with Gurtler. Their service expertise is unmatched. We installed our new tunnel and Gurtler set it up so that we cut our water usage in half, increased our transfers per hour by 25% and maintained our quality.
As a family-owned and operated business, Valley City values relationships, and Gurtler fits in with our way of doing business. Their commitment to the customer and service makes them stand out.”
– Greg Jeltema, President and Co-Owner, Valley City Linen
United Hospital Services: “Gurtler laundry chemical products offer maximum stain control efficiency for our tunnel washers.”
“Gurtler Industries helps keep our stain numbers in check, our costs as low as possible and drives our water consumption below industry standards,” says Ed McCauley, President and CEO of United Hospital Services. “In fact, our water consumption is down 15% over last year due
to Gurtler’s innovative approach to tunnel systems set up. Gurtler representatives are the most knowledgeable in the industry. We track things such as stain percentages and even the types of stains that make up the stain percentage. Our Gurtler representative helps us identify stain types and offers effective solutions, whether it’s altering formulations or adding different chemicals.
We operate at a very high level in this area, and we have our Gurtler representative to thank for creating the proper environment to identify and reduce staining.” added McCauley.
– Ed McCauley, President & CEO, United Hospital Services, LLC
Customers across the nation know that when it comes to tunnel washing systems…Gurtler has the vision.
Superior Health Linens: “Gurtler has done a great job from day one to convert our plants and dramatically improve results in several key areas.”
“Gurtler’s laundry chemical products, service and technology have increased our quality. Our customers rave about our textile’s brightness and overall appearance. Gurtler has helped us maintain fabric integrity while keeping our rewash rates at all-time lows,” said Reppert. “The result of our partnership with Gurtler is that our customers continue to receive the highest quality and that SHL is able to maintain a competitive advantage in a tough industry,” added Reppert.
– Scott Reppert, President and CEO, Superior Health Linens, LLC
At Gurtler, we serve more tunnel washers than our competitors and we understand all of the tunnel washing technology on the market today. Our goal is not only to keep up with the latest tunnel washing technology, but to provide solid customer support and to create some of the most advanced laundry chemicals, programs and injection systems available in the commercial laundry business today.
“Laundry Chemical Savings exceed $140,000 annually at Hamilton Linen & Uniform.”
Hamilton Linen & Uniform in Denver, Colorado, is a part of Faultless Linen Company in Kansas City, Missouri. They are a linen supply operation with additional focus on the healthcare and dust control markets. General Manager, John Spence, Jr. says:
“Since bringing Gurtler on-line our quality consistency exceeds our standards. Plus, we have experienced significant savings in our chemical cost. It’s the best of all possible worlds!”
Nancy McGinnis, Operations Manager added:
“Gurtler has greatly improved our productivity with shorter wash formulas and increased load sizes. Rewash has been cut in half.”
The Gurtler Experts were also instrumental in getting Hamilton’s water reuse system running at peak effectiveness without impacting quality.
Crescent Laundry: “Gurtler Industries laundry chemical products offer maximum efficiency for our tunnel washers.”
“Gurtler Industries has a broad base of expertise in tunnel washing systems and how to make them perform at peak efficiency,” says Rick Kislia, Chief Operating Officer, Crescent Laundry. “From the top on down the Gurtler team is tuned into our industry and our needs. Our quality has improved significantly with Gurtler’s program – and their expertise goes beyond chemistry. Gurtler’s new technology reduces water and energy usage in our tunnel washers, helps manage our costs and reduces our environmental impact.”
– Rick Kislia, Chief Operating Officer, Crescent Laundry Inc.
At Gurtler, we have more customers with tunnel washers than our competitors. Our goal is not only to keep up with the latest tunnel washing technology, but to provide solid customer support and to create some of the most advanced chemical and injection systems available in the commercial laundry business today. When it comes to laundry chemical products for tunnel washing systems Gurtler has the vision.
Associated Hospital Services: “I trust Gurtler’s professional and personal service; their expertise and technical support is unmatched!”
“Not only has Gurtler worked with us to achieve 30-40% savings in energy and water with our new tunnel…they have also helped in taking the consistency and quality of our finished product to the next level,” said Elsensohn.
– Jennifer Elsensohn, President & CEO, Associated Hospital Services, Inc.
Gurtler products, programs and technology can help you get maximum efficiency out of your tunnel washer systems. Our tunnel washing experts can work with you and recommend the right formulations and systems for your operation because we understand all of the tunnel washing technology on the market today. At Gurtler we provide solid customer service and support, and we develop and create some of the most advanced laundry chemicals, programs and injection systems available in the commercial laundry business. When it comes to tunnel washers, Gurtler has the experts…Products – Programs – Technology
Gurtler Congratulates Wildman on their Acquisition of WM Uniform
Wildman Business Group based out of Warsaw, Indiana recently announced the acquisition of and partnership with WM Uniform of Holland, Michigan. In their announcement, Wildman observed that as another independent, family-owned business with shared values, they are honored that WM Uniform chose Wildman as their partner to continue their family’s legacy in quality customer experience and exceptional team member care. For the most seamless customer experience, both companies will retain their independent names and individual branding – and continue to serve customers with the same sales and service teams.
Gurtler is proud to be a trusted partner with both Wildman and WM Uniform. Founded in 1952, Wildman has been providing industrial laundry, uniform and rental services throughout the state of Indiana and beyond. WM Uniform is in their 3rd generation of ownership and services a large part of Michigan, providing uniform rental services, mat and towel rental and restroom products, plus custom logo apparel programs.
Wildman, as a family-run business, has grown substantially, as three generations have been involved with the success of Wildman Uniform. Gurtler has been a valuable partner to Wildman in this highly competitive market. Like Gurtler, Wildman relies on their knowledge and expertise to keep ahead of the competition. “Helping Wildman find ways to conserve energy, save water and still produce top quality garments will not only help them grow in the future – but benefit Gurtler as well,” says Greg Gurtler, President of Gurtler Industries.
Wildman’s CEO, Josh Wildman, says of Gurtler, “Doing business with another family-owned company that shares our values and commitment to customer relationships and excellence in service and products has been the perfect partnership for Wildman. We have remained not only business partners for over 20 years, but we consider Gurtler part of our family.”
Drew Scholl, Wildman’s VP of Operations says, “Gurtler’s innovative Work•Clean Team chemical program has enhanced our cleanliness and quality of finish, while delivering reduced costs in water and energy, improved wash turn time, and increased productivity.”
Steven Van Tuinen, VP of Operations for WM Uniform has also expressed his appreciation of Gurtler’s service, innovation and people: “Gurtler is a trusted partner with WM Uniform. Doing business with another family-run and operated business that shares our values and understands our challenges is a big plus. Their commitment to quality service and innovative technology helps WM Uniform excel. Gurtler’s Work•Clean Team of products has reduced our wash formula run times, improving productivity, saved water and energy, all while maintaining our high quality standards. There is no better partner!”
Gurtler congratulates both Wildman and WM Uniform on their partnership and commits to work with them to continue their record of success.
STRONGER TOGETHER— NEW BOARD MEMBERS: GIVING AND GROWING WITH TRSA & THE INDUSTRY
By Jack Morgan, Senior Editor, Textile Services
As part of its regular rotation last September, six new members of TRSA’s Board of Directors were elected during the association’s Annual Conference in Nashville, TN. The reasons they cite for taking time out from their busy lives to lead the association include a desire to give back, while strengthening the linen, uniform and facility services industry.
One of the six members is Jake Gurtler, vice president of corporate accounts of Gurtler Industries, a third-generation leader of this laundry chemical supplier that serves customers across North America, the Caribbean and Australia. Gurtler started in the industry in 2008 after graduating from Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI. He began as a Midwest sales rep. and has worked his way up in the company that his grandfather Bill founded in 1982. Jake’s father Greg leads the company today as president of Gurtler Industries Inc. Jake currently co-chairs TRSA’s Next Generation Executives Network (NGE) and has completed TRSA’s Professional Management Institute (PMI) and the Executive Management Institute (EMI). His service on the TRSA Board is a step forward in his career development, as well as an opportunity to give back to the industry that’s fueled his success. “It is an honor to be called to service on the board,” he says. “I am passionate about our industry, and I want to do my part to ensure its success for future generations. As an association, TRSA has provided me with countless opportunities to learn, grow, network and form many excellent friendships. I encourage anyone interested to attend a meeting, join a webinar, sit in on a committee meeting, attend a PMI/MMI (Maintenance Management Institute)/EMI course. Get involved, and you will quickly see the impact that this association makes in strengthening our industry.”
(Excerpted from Textile Services, Volume 106, Issue 7, March 2023)