Author name: Steven J. Tinker

Sr. VP, Research & Development and Marketing Gurtler Industries, Inc.

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Time and Laundering: How to make the most of it

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Maximizing laundry wash time efficiency improves productivity, controls energy and water usage, and supports consistent wash quality. This technical article explains how time interacts with temperature, mechanical action, and chemical action, and how optimized wash formulas and modern chemistry can reduce wash cycle length while increasing throughput and lowering overall operating costs.

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Dialing in Chemical Representative/Laundry Relationships

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A strong chemical representative laundry relationship plays a key role in improving wash formula design, washroom efficiency, chemical dispensing performance, and overall operational costs. This article explains what a chemical representative should do, how often they should visit, who they should work with inside the laundry, and how both sides can build a long-term partnership focused on quality, productivity, and profitability.

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Choosing a Laundry Chemical Supplier: The 5-Step Buying Process

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Choosing a laundry chemical supplier involves more than simply comparing prices. This article walks through a five-step buying process that helps laundry operations evaluate suppliers based on service expertise, company support, program effectiveness, cost versus value, and the ability to implement changes smoothly. By looking closely at quality results, operational efficiency, troubleshooting support, and long-term partnership potential, decision-makers can better determine whether a supplier’s products and programs align with their specific operational needs. This approach offers a practical framework for reviewing a current supplier or considering a transition to a new chemical partner.

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Gurtler Congratulates Wildman on their Acquisition of Springfield Laundry

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Wildman Business Group based out of Warsaw, Indiana recently announced the acquisition of with Kentucky based Springfield Laundry, a fourth-generation industrial laundry. “The opportunity to come together was driven by years of mutual respect between myself and Jimbo Carrico, Owner of Springfield Laundry,” said Josh Wildman, CEO of Wildman Business

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Clean Show 2025

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Gurtler extends a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the Clean Show a success. Your support and energy brought it to life. We’re excited to share this photo collection with you and hope you enjoy exploring it as much as we enjoyed bringing it together.

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$10 Million Plant Upgrade includes Gurtler Technology

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Textile Care Services (TCS) in Rochester, MN, recently unveiled a $10 million plant makeover, highlighted in Textile Services magazine. With advanced Gurtler systems including Vis•Tex UV technology and GLSS monitoring, TCS boosts efficiency, sustainability, and hygiene. TCS proudly serves healthcare and hospitality clients, including Rochester’s Mayo Clinic system.

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