Readers discuss "Managers Recruiting Managers" column. Our columnist Carl Shusterman expressed his views on finding your own successor, now see what some of our readers have to say about the subject.
Readers discuss "Managers Recruiting Managers" column. Our columnist Carl Shusterman expressed his views on finding your own successor, now see what some of our readers have to say about the subject.
It's become a matter of fact. Whenever a launderer is considering some sort of production upgrade, the tunnel washer is one of the options that is investigated. Everyone is aware of the basic concept of tunnel washing, but all of the units that are marketed in the U.S. have some engineering differences that make them unique. To decide which unit is best for your laundry, it is necessary to do some extensive research. This means talking to manufacturers, knowledgeable chemical suppliers, and other launderers who have already taken the plunge. During the past few years, the DIGEST has asked manufacturers to comment on various aspects of tunnel washing. This year, however, we have decided to get the inside story from operators who have installed these units in their plants. We also have some input from chemical suppliers who are experienced in developing formulas for tunnels.
Is it possible to just about double your volume and reduce your number of FTEs at the same time? See how it was done at this Arizona laundry.
How well is your laundry operating? Columnist Carl Shusterman believes you should keep in close touch with your contemporaries and compare your facility to others in your area.
The following is the annual American Laundry Digest Buyer's Guide which is being circulated to all segments of the laundry industry. The Guide contains a list of manufacturers who responded to our questionnaire. This is followed by a list of product categories and the various manufacturers who make these products. You may contact these companies directly or by using the reader service card in this issue.