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Oct 2019 • Issue #657

Our Customers

Trinity Homes—Minot, ND

 

Dave Pope, Director of Environmental Services, is responsible for Environmental Services for this 230 resident facility. He has many responsibilities including supervision of the laundry which processes personal garments only. He keeps two Milnor washers and two Huebsch dryers in tip-top shape—even though they have been operating 6 hours per day, 7 days per week for 23 years! He says that performing regular maintenance on all equipment in the facility assures them of high productivity and long life for machinery. And—choosing brands that last makes a big difference.

 


 

Super Saver 

Milnor’s 60 lb. capacity model 30022
VRJ provides three ways to save: time,
energy and water. That’s good for our
environment. And great for you.

 

Milnor’s E-P Plus® controller has pre-programmed wash formulas built right in to save you time. You can modify formulas or create and save up to 30 of your own. Our extra-large cylinder perforation means linens end the cycle retaining less moisture, speeding up dryer times to save energy. Save water with Milnor’s RinSave® Water Saver technology. The VRJ can even fit through a standard 3’-0” door, which simplifies installation and saves space. That’s even more savings. Super!

 


 

Supply Ideas by Chris

Laundry Scales

Washer Load Estimating Portable Floor Laundry Scale - Not Legal For Trade
$2,000

floorlaundryscale

R&B ID: RBPS-1000

This is a portable platform scale with easy access ramps on two sides. Equipped with high-quality mild steel construction, this scale is ideal for weighing heavier items such as laundry carts and basket trucks.

• Anti-skid diamond plate deck
• Includes easy-to-use external display
• Not legal for trade
• 1,000 lb weight capacity
• Mild steel construction
• High-quality powder-coated finish
• Portable with easy to use handles
• Two built-in rubber wheels for easy transport
• Ramps on two sides
• Basket truck not included

 

Dimensions: 42.25”L x 39.5”W x 3.5”H (Complete Unit)
Product Weight: 194 lbs (scale-188lbs, display-6lbs)

 


 

Portable Bench Scale with Detachable LCD Display, 300 lb. Capacity - Legal For Trade

CASscale

$600
R&B ID: RBPB-300

This portable and versatile scale provides excellent mobility and ease of use for any environment. The detachable display provides outstanding convenience and functionality in any setting. The plastic outer shell makes this scale tough and durable.
• Easy to move with convenient built-in handle
• Tough outer shell provides great protection
• Detachable LCD display allows convenient ease of use
• Adjustable leveling feet ensure scale is properly balanced
• Legal for Trade
• Rechargeable battery and power adapter included
• Option to use 4 “C” cell batteries (not included)
• RS-232C interface

 

Overall Dimensions: 24”L x 14”W x 3.5”H
Platter Dimensions: 17”L x 14”W
Product Weight: 15 lbs.

 

HUEBSCH COMMAND™ 

Huebsch Command™ helps you run a smarter business by letting you easily accept mobile payments, control machines, and manage your laundry business from anywhere. By accepting mobile payment via smartphone, you can deliver a quick, convenient laundry experience that fits seamlessly into your customers’ lives.

 

 

• Cash and cashless options are available for online wallet reloading with the Huebsch app.


• Customers can view the status of their current cycle in the app and get notified when their laundry is done.


• The ability to manage all locations from one interface centralizes refunds and saves you time.

Download the brochure and start the journey for your new store: https://minnesotachemical.com/command


Service Tips by Ed

Just remember I am just a phone call away for technical support at 651-288-4857.

Coin Laundry Water Leaks & Drain Issues

 

Let’s start with the small washers. I get a lot of calls saying there is water on the floor in front of the washer. We send out service and find out customers are putting pods in the soap dispenser drawer. Pods need to go in the washer with the load or they will plug up the soap drawer. Post signs in your laundry (see right). It is important to keep the soap dispenser clean and keep the siphons in the soap dispenser clean. If your machine is not draining and you checked the drain valve you should check the poly drain elbow at the back of the washer. I have found elbows plugged up. Check the door seal on front load washers—are there holes? Inspect your water supply hoses, they could have cracks or bulges. Alliance recommends that hoses be changed every 5 years. For larger washers, it is important to keep the drain line clean from lint or anything else that can make its way through the machine.

You can purchase reinforced water fill hoses from Minnesota Chemical
stock, part #WAS-160-PP, $29.75 each.


We can order Vend-Rite PODS signs part L443 for $22 each

We can order Huebsch/Alliance PODS signs for $10.50 each

Parts Ideas from Barb

October

 

Time for harvest and Halloween
Don’t be spooked by Gremlins in your laundry room.
The thumping and squeaking noises could be coming from your dryer.
Never fear—the BDK kits from Alliance Laundry are here.
The old Huebsch dryer chain system is now upgraded to a belt to
belt system.
No more random clunking of chains—no more sporadic
sprockets stopping.
After replacing to the new system—it may become too quiet.
Keep the scary sounds for Halloween.

Part #BDK5075 – $490

 

Before: Old Huebsch Chain/Belt drive.

After: New Huebsch All belt drive.

 

 


 

Dry Cleaners

Isn't it time for you to step up to the finest in finishing—Sankosha. 

 

Sankosha celebrates its 40th Anniversary in business—25 years in the USA!

 

 


 

If you own a coin laundry, work in or service the washers and dryers in a hotel or nursing home laundry—register today for one of our October Free Falls Shows to learn how to take
care of your Milnor and Huebsch washers and dryers www.minnesotachemical.com


 

The finest in automated laundry feeders, ironers, folders, and small piece folders are made in and by CHICAGO

Mike Baker, President, Minnesota Chemical Co., received an award from Tom Kindy, Regional Sales Director Chicago.

Feeding an Air Chicago XL and Tristar.


 

Job Opportunity in Eastern Wisconsin

Coin Laundry Store Owners or others who are interested in laundromats: We seek a full-time or possibly part-time person for Huebsch coin laundry machinery sales and supply sales in Eastern Wisconsin. Dan Baker of our Menomonee Falls office would like to talk to you. Call Dan at 414-708-5242 or email Dan at dan.baker@minnesotachemical.com.

Calendar of Events:

 

October 1 – Minnesota Chemical Co. Free Fall Show, MCC Office and Warehouse, Menomonee Falls, WI. – www.minnesotachemical.com 

October 3 – Minnesota Chemical Co. Free Fall Show, Best Western Event Center, Shoreview, MN. – www.minnesotachemical.com

October 15-16 – SAVE THE DATE Upper Mississippi Valley Association of Linen Management two day seminar and meeting, Treasure Island Resort and Casino, Red Wing, MN – www.umvailm.org

November 5-7 – CLA Live Connect, Omaha, NE | Council Bluffs, IA coin laundry meeting—www.coinlaundry.org

November 19-21 – CLA Live Connect Minneapolis, MN coin laundry meeting—www.coinlaundry.org