Author name: Steven J. Tinker

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

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Sustainability – Greener Laundries

Gurtler celebrates Textile Care Services (TCS), Rochester, MN, featured in Textile Services for their leadership in sustainable laundry operations. Paul Jewison, VP of Engineering at HLSG and GM of TCS, highlighted how proactive maintenance, innovation, and Gurtler’s GLSS and Vis-Tex™ systems drive efficiency, reduce water use, and advance environmental responsibility.

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Time and Laundering – How to Make the Most of It

Time plays a critical role in wash quality, alongside temperature, mechanical action, and chemical action. With new surfactant technology, laundries can reduce wash times, water use, and energy while boosting efficiency. By rebalancing these four factors, operators cut costs, improve productivity, and unlock growth—proving that time truly is money.

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Dialing in Chemical Representative/Laundry Relationships

The April 2024 issue of American Laundry News featured insights from Gurtler’s Steve Tinker on the importance of strong chemical representative–laundry relationships. Tinker emphasized that skilled reps act as consultants—optimizing wash formulas, monitoring operations, and supporting management goals—while communication, innovation, and efficiency remain central to building long-term, successful partnerships.

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REINO LINEN/HLSG— DRIVING GROWTH IN THE MOTOR CITY HEALTHCARE MARKET

Textile Services spotlighted Reino Linen, an HLSG facility in Brownstown, MI, for its advanced use of Gurtler solutions. The plant utilizes Gurtler specialty chemicals, dispensing systems, and the GLSS tracking program, which provides real-time productivity data. This innovation supports staff efficiency, goal tracking, and seamless integration with ABS route-accounting.

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Crown Linen: “Gurtler is constantly looking at new areas of innovation to improve our operation.”

Crown Linen Services in Columbia, IL, reports impressive results with Gurtler’s Vis-Tex Tunnel UV System and Work•Clean technology. Rewash rates dropped to 1.2%, water and energy usage decreased, and productivity rose nearly 20%. These innovations enhance textile quality, reduce operational costs, and showcase Gurtler’s commitment to efficiency and sustainability.

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Wildman: “Gurtler’s innovative Work•Clean Team chemical program has added value to our business…”

“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.” – Drew Scholl, VP of Operations, Wildman “Doing business with another family-owned company that shares our values has been the perfect

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Gallagher Uniform: “Gurtler Industries has been a strategic partner to our success!”

“It’s not just about the bottom line, it’s about the partnership, trust and understanding the challenges we face in this industry. Partnering with another multi-generational, family-owned company like Gurtler reassures us that our concerns and vision for innovation are being met, along with a commitment to improving our wash programs

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Abracadabra…Gurtler offers up a “Magical” experience to Magic Laundry Services!

“We appreciate Gurtler’s commitment to personalized service and the added benefits of collaborating with a family-held and operated company. We rely on Gurtler’s unmatched expertise, specialty laundry chemicals and innovative technical support to deliver outstanding results. Since bringing Gurtler on-line, our quality has improved significantly, and we are enjoying the

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