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Speakers announced for SDA Cleaners Showcase 2023
USA
Some of the drycleaning industry’s top speakers have been enlisted to take part in the Southwest Drycleaners Association’s (SDA) upcoming Cleaners Showcase at the Irving Convention Center, 28-30 April in Irving, Texaas (Dallas area). “We designed the 2023 Showcase to give all cleaners the ideas and tools to diversify and increase revenue, manage their businesses more efficiently, attract employees, and market effectively,” noted SDA president Kyle Nesbit. “Post pandemic, we want to ensure our members are equipped with what they need to improve day-to-day operations and provide their customers with the best service possible.”
Carrington Textiles at IDEX Abu Dhabi
INTERNATONAL
Carrington Textiles is to showcase its latest military textile innovations in the Middle East at its first appearance at the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) taking place in Abu Dhabi in February, where the company will be unveiling some of their latest innovations in military textiles. After announcing the development of a fabric and pattern in collaboration with the Dutch Ministry of Defence, Carrington Textiles is showcasing a brand-new product as part of their Defence Range.
Renew and reconnect at TCATA annual conference
USA
Registration is now open for the The Textile Care Allied Trades Association (TCATA) Annual Management Conference 2023, tagged ‘Renew & Reconnect’, and prospective delegates can take advantage of the new reduced early bird registration rate until 30 April.
Peacehaven launderette owner bubbles with confidence
UK
There are some good news stories despite the current challenges and one such is that of Bubbly Bubbles launderette in Peacehaven, East Sussex which has just taken delivery of a new JLA-badged Ipso 40 lb/18kg washer extractor as owner Shane Haworth invests in upping the capacity of the business.
Electrolux partner training days announced
UK
Electrolux Professional has unveiled the agenda for the 2023 edition of its annual partner training programme. The company will host a total of three two-day partner training events at its state-of-the-art Center of Excellence in Luton, with the first set to take place 18-19 April.
Coin Laundry Association launches new sponsorship programme
USA
The Coin Laundry Association (CLA) has partnered with five leading laundromat equipment providers in a bold new sponsorship initiative that will have benefits for the entire industry. Launched this month, CLA’s Strategic Corporate Ally programme aims to strengthen services for association members and ensure a growing and prosperous industry at large.
COPY CALL FOR MARCH LCNi ISSUE
INTERNATIONAL
Kathy Bowry, LCNi editor, is eager to hear from manufacturers, suppliers and operators who would like to be included in the MARCH INTERNATIONAL edition features, below. For these, she is looking for around 400 words – a mix of quotes from the company experts and product/services information and relevant photographs. Case studies that illustrate the benefits of the products/services are also of interest to our readers. She is also interested in your particular take on the current market and anything you feel readers would be interested in learning about.
Gordon Brown to headline at TSA Congress
UK
The Textile Services Association (TSA) is gearing up for its annual National Congress in Edinburgh this month, 8-9 February. There is plenty for CEO David Stevens to report on, from lobbying the Government for more help in the energy crisis, through rocketing costs, the labour shortage, training programmes to positive initiatives to mental health and sustainability strategies. There is a cracking list of speakers and presenters lined up for the event with former Prime Minister Gordon Brown topping the list.
TSA committed to vital work of supporting mental health awareness
UK
Following on from very positive feedback from its first sessions, the Textile Services Association (TSA) continues to champion the importance of mental health in the laundry industry by continuing its programme of training aimed at helping develop awareness of mental health and wellbeing.
JFC Group celebrates 35 years of business
IRELAND/INTERNATIONAL
Things have changed a lot in the past 35 years and in that time, JFC Group’s commitment to innovation and staying at the forefront of the material handling industry hasn’t wavered. JFC Material Handling manufactures and supplies laundries globally with ergonomically engineered distribution and spring lift trolleys.