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Enhanced sustainability, maximum whiteness and extended linen lifetime by low temperature washing
Proprietary formulation addresses breakthrough low temp cleaning and sustainability needs of commercial launderers. Ecolab introduces OxyGuard™40, a modular commercial laundry program, specifically formulated to achieve exceptional whiteness, linen protection, reduced energy use and sustainability. Powered by Triple-E Engineering, OxyGuard40 is a patent pending program that enables low temp (40°C) washing through enhanced chemistry, an empowered…
Read MoreLapauw finishing quality; productivity and efficiency combined with high standards
As manufacturer of a wide range of finishing equipment, Lapauw sees the future of finish quality as one of combining increased productivity and efficiency with the high standards on linen and finish quality that are demanded by the customers. Table linen When it comes to quality and finish, there is no compromise for table linen.…
Read MoreVEIT philosophy: how modern finishing technology results in high quality services
The VEIT Group is based in Landsberg/Lech (Germany). It is in the third generation now that our German family-run business, founded in 1956 by Reinhardt Veit, is the epitome for innovative products and services that set technological standards. The founder’s son Günter Veit joined the company in 1975. Now, his grandson Christopher Veit has followed…
Read MoreThe value of 3D scanning and size optimization for end users of textile service companies
Introduction Since variation in body dimensions between humans is considerable, it is a challenge to match the body with fitting garments. Especially with tight fitting or protective clothing, like uniforms and medical clothing, problems may occur. Clothing that is designed to protect, but also has to be comfortable and safe during performing the (specific) functional…
Read MoreAntibacterial textiles in textile services: challenges and the future!
Introduction The history of antibacterial treatment of textiles goes back to the world war II when the treatment of army tents and soldier uniforms was done for protection against bacterial and fungal attack. Several advances have been made in the last decades in the area of synthesis of new antibacterial agents, their textile treatments and…
Read MoreWorld of PTC Volume III ‘Innovations & New Technologies’
The world is becoming quicker, faster and more dynamic. Not only is the information supply changing, but also textile demands are becoming more customized. Delivery needs to be faster and de customer demands for higher diversity of services. The textile care industry has a vital job to anticipate these developments and provide the markets with…
Read MoreGSDR 2015 Brief – Marine Litter: Microplastics
By Kirsten Isensee and Luis Valdes, IOC-UNESCO* Introduction The problem of marine litter was recognized by the UN General Assembly, which in its Resolution A/60/L.22 – Oceans and the Law of the Sea – of 29 November 2005 in articles 65-70 calls for national, regional and global actions to address the problem of marine…
Read MoreThe sustainability of industrial laundering
The professional textile service presents itself as a modern sector of industry, offering high quality service to hospitality, health care, and industry. However, outsiders often have their doubts when it comes to the sustainable character of the industrial textile service and laundry sector. The aim of this publication is to further examine the sustainable character…
Read MoreTextile Cleaning project: The ‘Steam’ Challenge – Online dry cleaning in the Netherlands
Dutch Textile Cleaning project: The ‘Steam’ Challenge The Smartphone More and more Dutch people own one and more and more companies are applying this technology to their products or services. GFK, a leading marketing research company, reported a total of 8.5 million Smartphones in the Netherlands in December 2013, which is 67% of…
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