Everyone has done it. You toss in a quick load of wash on Saturday morning, round up the family and head out to run errands or go to a soccer game. However, in 2010 the National Fire Prevention Agency (NFPA) and the Fire Analysis and Research Division (FAR) issued a report that may make you…
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Best Onsite Laundry Equipment for Daycare Centers
Daycare centers go through a lot of linens every day. Sheets, towels, blankets and clothes are just a few items that come to mind right away. Of course, how large the load is will differ day to day with the activities and accidents that occur. However, the likelihood is that you will have numerous small loads…
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Speed Queen Reveals Art Contest Winner
The winners of Speed Queen's third annual Art of the Journey contest were recently announced. Laundromat owners who have recently financed replacement equipment through Speed Queen Financial Services were eligible to enter to win up to $100,000 to repay their loan. Bob and Donna Wallner have been named the 2016 winners of the Art of…
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AFG Grants Help Fire Departments Pay for On-site Laundry Equipment
Recently the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) was awarded. These grants are used by firefighters and firehouses across the nation to purchase commercial laundry equipment. Commercial laundry equipment plays a vital role in firefighter safety. Keeping protective apparel clean and free of hazardous chemicals not only allows the gear to last longer, but it also dramatically…
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