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January 30, 2013
StatShot: West Only Region to Register Better Dry Cleaning Sales in December, 4th Quarter

CHICAGO — South only other region to see better sales, a 0.9% fourth-quarter boost

CHICAGO — The West was the only region to register increased dry cleaning sales in both December and the fourth quarter of 2012 when compared to the same periods the previous year, according to the results of this month’s AmericanDrycleaner.com StatShot survey.

Operators in the West saw upswings of 3.6% in December-to-December sales and 4.4% in quarter-to-quarter sales. Several operators said they are seeing signs of growth in their areas, but some expressed caution about consumer uncertainty the “fiscal cliff” warnings has caused.

“Good pickup for the holiday season,” says one. “Slow in comparison to the good ol’ days. Cold weather (is) helping to keep winter wear in use where (it’s) normally not so cold.”

“Some industries are starting to trend up,” adds another. “Home prices and sales are slowly moving up. The dry cleaning and laundry industry are still pretty flat. Pickup and delivery services seem to be gaining where front-door retail is flat.”

June 16, 2011
A New Alternative (Part 2 of 2)

TAMPA, Fla. — Ever since regulatory pressure started to increase on perchloroethylene, the industry has been looking for a product that could fill its place in the industry as an easy-to-use, effective solvent—but without the baggage.

June 8, 2011
Rynex, Christeyns Sign Joint Venture

LAS VEGAS — Rynex Technologies LLC and Christeyns NV have created a joint venture for the marketing, distribution, sales and support for the Rynex-3E drycleaning solvent along with Christeyns’ Gentle Care Detergents line in the European market, the companies announced today at the Clean Show.

Albany, Ga.-based Rynex manufactures a biodegradable alternative solvent and has been working with Christeyns since October 2010. The partnership is developing a product line for Rynex-3E, as well as expanding Christeyns’ Gentle Care drycleaning portfolio.

December 31, 2010
A Sense of Place

CHICAGO — The simplest definition of “marketing” is any activity that helps bring an “aware” pool of consumers a product they need or desire at a price that offers a perception of value. Within that definition are the commonly accepted “Four Ps” of marketing: Price, Product, Promotion and Place. Together, these factors define your brand.

December 27, 2010
Clean 2011 Plans More Than 35 Hours of Education

LAS VEGAS — Clean 2011 is offering more than 35 hours of classroom sessions presented by four Clean Show sponsors and six related associations from the United States, Canada and Europe. Clean 2011 is scheduled for June 6-9, 2011 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Among the topics to be covered in the sessions are environmental issues, water conservation, business management, marketing, new technology, industry standards and regulatory issues.

August 16, 2010
Canadian Chain Introduces Plastic Suit

TORONTO — Tip Top Tailors, Canada’s No. 1 men’s specialty store, launched its high-tech EcoGir collection last week, the world’s only line of tailored suits made from recycled plastic bottles.

Sold under the Belissimo label, the wash-and-wear suits come out of the dryer ready for the office, the company says. “The money saved on drycleaning will virtually pay for the suit.”

December 7, 2009
China’s Fledgling Professional Textile Care Industry Perfect Draw for Texcare Asia

BEIJING, China — While the market for drycleaning and laundry services is fairly mature in the U.S., China’s professional textile-care industry is just starting to learn what’s possible. Continued economic growth, improving living standards and a thriving tourism market are generating huge demand for sophisticated laundry and drycleaning systems — and Texcare Asia 2009 put them on display in Beijing, to the delight of buyers.

June 5, 2009
Back to The Big Easy

On August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina slammed into the Gulf shores downstream from New Orleans, its storm surge weakening and eventually breaking through the system of levees protecting the city. And slowly, New Orleans — built in a “bowl” two to 12 feet below sea level — began to fill with water.

June 5, 2009
Back to The Big Easy

On August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina slammed into the Gulf shores downstream from New Orleans, its storm surge weakening and eventually breaking through the system of levees protecting the city. And slowly, New Orleans — built in a “bowl” two to 12 feet below sea level — began to fill with water.

April 3, 2009
Timeline: 1930s & 1940s

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November 3, 2008
Whirlpool to Cut 5,000 Jobs by End of 2009

BENTON HARBOR, Mich. — Whirlpool Corp. is planning to cut approximately 5,000 jobs by the end of 2009 because of the global credit crisis and the company’s expectation for continued reduced demand in North America and Europe, the company reports.

June 9, 2008
Texcare ’08 Attendance Jumps 17% over ’04 Show

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Germany — Texcare International closed its doors June 4 after setting a new attendance record, show planner Messe Frankfurt reports. A total of 15,500 visitors from 80 countries throughout the world visited Texcare — an increase of 17% from the 2004 show’s 13,330 attendees.

April 23, 2008
Texcare International: Global Perspective

After four years, Texcare returns next month with what could be a bigger and better show than ever. The World Market for Modern Textile Care promises to be the best in years, Texcare’s organizers say — set for May 31-June 4, 2008, in Frankfurt, Germany, the show will feature 218 exhibitors booked and more exhibit space than the 2004 edition.

January 16, 2008
Promote Yourself Boldly

Every drycleaner spends money on advertising and promotions. But how many do it wisely? One marketing guru has figured out that only 10% of advertising dollars spent are effective. That’s 10 cents on the dollar — not too outstanding a return.

March 28, 2007
Linde Launches CO2 Brand Throughout Europe

MUNICH, Germany — Multinational industrial-gas giant Linde AG announced a 50 million euro ($66.7 million) rollout of Fred Butler brand drycleaning plants and stores throughout Europe. Fred Butler uses a liquid carbon dioxide process exclusively to clean clothing, making this the biggest commitment to the alternative process in industry history.