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November 21, 2008
Chemical-Related Injuries Can Be Avoided with Proper Training, Protection (Part 1 of 2)

“I’m concerned that we’re not doing all we can to handle our laundry chemicals safely. What chemicals pose the greatest hazards? How should they be stored? Are there records we should be keeping? What kind of personal protective equipment is recommended?”

Commercial Laundering: Richard Warren, Linen King of Central Arkansas, Conway, Ark.

October 29, 2008
Tracking, Control Are Keys to Merchandise Control (Part 1 of 2)

“Our facility’s linen and uniform losses are becoming a real issue, and I need to develop a strategy to improve security. Where do you suggest I begin? Item tracking, surveillance, keep it all under lock and key? How far should I go?”

Commercial Laundering: Richard Warren, Linen King of Central Arkansas, Conway, Ark.

February 1, 2007
Preventative-Maintenance Program Requires Commitment to Protect Your Investment (Part 2 of 4)

I want to set up a preventive-maintenance program in my laundry. What kind of resources will I need in place to keep my equipment operating well? How much time should I allow for routine maintenance? Can I get any help from manufacturers or distributors?

December 1, 2006
How Do I Know If Our Formula's Doing the Trick? (Part 3 of 3)

How can a laundry manager determine if they’re getting the best results from the chemical formulas they’re using? For what key quality indicators should they be looking?

November 1, 2006
Successful Plant Redesign All About Planning (Part 2 of 2)

My institution has asked me to submit a plan to redesign our on-premise laundry to produce a more efficient work flow. Our end users are primarily healthcare in nature. What elements of our physical space and equipment must I take into account in developing this plan? What layout pitfalls should I avoid?

August 1, 2006
Plant Inspections Offer Opportunities to Shine (Part 1 of 2)

I know that my laundry operation is due to be inspected sometime this year, but I'm not sure how to get ready for it. Where do I start? Where should my focus be? In what areas am I most likely to face criticism or sanction if our plant is deemed substandard?

May 1, 2006
Water Quality Change Cause for Concern (Part 1 of 3)

Some unknown factor has increased the hardness of the water entering my laundry. How can we combat this change so we can produce high-quality linen without jeopardizing production efficiency? What options are available to me to address this hard-water problem?

February 1, 2006
What Challenges Lie Ahead in 2006? (Part 2 of 4)

What issue or issues most greatly affected your operation and, more generally, your specific industry segment during 2005? What are the primary issues that your operation and your industry segment will face this year?

April 1, 2004
Ensuring Inventory Accuracy is Stiffest Challenge Facing Today's Linen Managers (Part 3 of 3)

What aspects of inventorying and securing linen pose the biggest challenge for textile care managers like me? With proper controls in place, what percentages of losses (through shrinkage/theft and ragout) do you consider to be acceptable? How can an insufficient linen inventory impact the rest of my operation – labor, equipment, etc.?

March 1, 2004
Automation, Philosophy Chief OPL-Rental Differences (Part 1 of 2)

Are there substantial differences in equipment and procedures between a commercial or rental plant and an institution-based laundry? If so, what are they, and why do such differences exist?

COMMERCIAL LAUNDERING

Richard Warren, General Manager, Institutional Services Corp., Conway, Ark.:

February 1, 2004
A Quality Chemical Program Can't Be Run by Telephone or Drop Shipment (Part 1 of 2)

When looking for a laundry chemical supplier for my plant, what questions should I ask? What characteristics and abilities best define a leader in supplying laundry chemicals?

Commercial Laundering
Richard Warren