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kathy bowry
TEXCARE 2024: Veit Group
The Veit Group presents its latest developments as well as highlights in its range. In line with the company slogan ‘Pressing for Excellence’ the Veit Group has invested a lot of time in product R&D and has come up with some innovative solutions. The company’s motto for the exhibition is ‘LOVEIT’. ‘LOVEIT’ stands for the passion we put into the development of our products, the love of perfection and the dedication to our customers,” said a spokesperson for the company.
Electrolux Professional completes its heat pump dryer range
Electrolux Professional has announced the launch of its new Line 6000 TD6-11 heat pump tumble dryer, with the appliance serving as the latest addition to its portfolio of sustainable professional drying solutions. The company is on stand J90 in Hall 8 at Texcare 2024 in Frankfurt.
TEXCARE 2024: Lapauw
According to Lapauw, the theme of its stand, ‘Built on Tradition. Powered by Innovation’, speaks to the company’s commitment to quality and innovation in the textile care industry. Lapauw is showcasing its “state-of-the-art” ironing line designed for production and quality in your operations. Here a glimpse of what you can expect:
Texcare 2024 opens its doors to the world
Texcare International is set to bring together the world of textile care in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, over the coming four days. Three hundred and five companies from 32 countries have seized this opportunity to showcase the innovative strength of their industry. With the spotlight on automation and energy efficiency, the leading trade fair for the sector will provide a host of insights into the future of laundries, dry cleaners and textile service companies.
TRSA HR, Health, and Safety Summit empowers professionals
NORTH AMERICA
TRSA, the leading association for textile services professionals, recently concluded its annual HR, Health, and Safety Summit in Milwaukee. Professionals from both human resources and health and safety fields gathered for a day of intensive professional development, aimed at enhancing their skills and knowledge. The event featured educational sessions tailored to each field. The summit kicked off with a welcome session led by Joyce Marter, mental health thought leader and author of ‘The Financial Mindset Fix’.
A right royal result for Barker warrants celebration
UK
Dorset based Barker Laundry & Dry Cleaning has today received the King’s Warrant, which is a Royal Warrant of Appointment granted as a mark of recognition to people or companies who have regularly supplied goods or services to the Royal Household. The Buckingham Palace announcement follows a review of companies granted royal warrants by the monarch when he was the Prince of Wales.
ETSA Congress: EU and global elections, geopolitics and world economy
INTERNATIONAL
The European Textile Services Association (ETSA) Congress 2024, 2-3 May in Prague, was a particularly special event as ETSA celebrated its 30th anniversary. It is also European Parliament election year, a subject that was not lost among, but rather complementary to other presentations designed to explore the sector’s essential role in shaping a sustainable, green, and digitised economy for the EU and beyond.
TRSA launches Hygienically Clean certification customer portal
NORTH AMERICA
TRSA, the linen rental trade association for North America, has launched a new Hygienically Clean certification portal as part of the ‘Hygienically Clean Certification Program Enhancement Initiatives’. Hygienically Clean certified plant representatives may now use the portal for all Hygienically Clean certification activities.
TCATA hails success of annual management and educational conference
USA
The Textile Care Allied Trades Association (TCATA) held a successful Annual Management and Educational Conference over 28 April– 1 May at The Omni Barton Creek in Austin, Texas which brought together industry leaders for a dynamic exchange of ideas and insights. During the conference, TCATA president John Silverman installed Mack Magnus of M & B Hangers as its new president, marking a new chapter of leadership under his guidance.
TRSA Midwest Summit and Plant Tour turns heads
USA
TRSA, the leading association for the textile services industry in North America, recently concluded its second Regional Production Summit and Plant Tour event. Held in collaboration with WATS (Wisconsin Association of Textile Services), the summit aimed to enhance quality programmes and accessibility for all members by bringing them together at a central location within their region. The event took place on 1-2 May in Milwaukee.