Every Word Matters

The Absolutely Essential Rules for Writing Effective Advertising and Marketing Content In the competitive landscape of advertising and marketing, the power of words can make or break your laundry business’ promotional efforts. Crafting compelling advertising copy...

‘You Better Have Great Insurance!’

The Art and Science of Managing Slip and Fall Injuries It’s a typical Tuesday afternoon. You’re a couple of hours away from your laundromat, and your employee calls you. His voice is a bit shaky: “Hey, boss, a guy just fell and hurt himself. He’s pretty mad and says...

A Clean Transformation

Practical Advice for Managing Organizational Change within Your Laundry Business – And Helping Your Employees Embrace the Transition I’ve met quite a few laundry owners throughout the years, and they all seem to be on the same quest for more success in their...

AI: Transforming Laundry Day

The Practical Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Laundromat Industry – From Operational Efficiency to Customer Experience Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries across the board – and the laundromat business is no exception. Although sci-fi visions of...

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CLA Releases 2013 Laundry Industry Survey

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 12, 2013 - "How does my laundry business stack up?" "What can I expect from an investment in a self-service laundry?The Coin Laundry Association can help answer these and other crucial questions on the minds of every store owner and...

CLA Announces Excellence in Laundry Schedule, Recognizes Speakers

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – April 9, 2014 – The Coin Laundry Association (CLA) announced today the final schedule for its highly anticipated Excellence in Laundry Conference and also recognized the event's sponsors and exhibitors.Held May 14-15 at the Ocean Reef Club in...

CLA Committee Releases Laundry Census Number

Oakbrook Terrace – April 3, 2014 – The Coin Laundry Association's "Make Your Move" Committee recently announced the result of its efforts to determine an accurate laundromat census of the number of retail, self-service laundromats in the United States. Due to the...

Water Conservation in Self-Service Laundries

FACT SHEET: WATER CONSERVATION IN SELF-SERVICE LAUNDRIESTHE AVERAGE COIN LAUNDRY SAVES ITS COMMUNITY MILLIONS OF GALLONS OF WATER OVER THE COURSE OF A YEAR. Home washing machines typically consume 30 to 40 gallons of water per wash load, or 2.5 to 3.0 gallons per...

CLA Announces Excellence in Laundry Conference 2014

Oakbrook Terrace, Ill. – January 15, 2014 - In 2012, the Coin Laundry Association (CLA) launched its first-ever Excellence in Laundry Conference – an unprecedented event that brought the self-service laundry industry's most successful people together for two days of...

CLA Publishes 2014 Laundry Industry Survey

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – August 20, 2014 – Today the Coin Laundry Association (CLA) announced the release of the 18th annual 2014 Coin Laundry Industry Survey which serves to provide an updated profile of laundromats throughout the United States. The Laundry Industry...

CLA Recognizes Industry Leaders, Presents 25th Founder’s Award

Oakbrook Terrace, IL – July 16, 2013 – The Coin Laundry Association (CLA) recognized laundry industry leaders during its 2013 Annual Meeting in New Orleans on June 21. . The CLA recognized eight categories in this years award ceremony including the elusive 'Founder's...

The Card Game

In today's highly competitive market, there is no business that can afford to lag behind in technology. With smartphones becoming the norm, and various forms of credit and debit cards dominating payment choice, consumers increasingly base their buying decisions on...

One-Stop Washing

Originally posted - Jan 21, 2013 Capturing three revenue streams - a car wash, pet wash and a self-service laundry - Crystal Clear Wash in Montrose, Colo., is not only distinctive and profitable, but it also makes easy even easier. This three-in-one facility is...

Perry Creek Laundromat

Jeff and Annette Freking Perry Creek Laundromat Sioux City, Iowa Before Getting into the Laundry Business... Jeff continues to crop farm and also owns several rental properties. Annette worked as an RN at a local hospital for many years, but has just recently left the...

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This Month's Issue

 

  • Beyond Our Borders: A Look at the International Laundromat Market
  • Business Management: How a POS System Can Add Value for You and Your Customers
  • Guest Feature: Embracing Technology – The Digital Evolution of the Laundromat Industry
  • Women in Vended Laundry: An Interview with Lisa Mahan of Daniels Equipment Company
  • And More…

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Industry News

Verizon Shoots Holiday-Themed Commercial at L.A. Laundry

Telecommunications giant Verizon recently shot a holiday commercial, which is part of the company’s national advertising campaign, at Laundrywood, an 8,000-square-foot self-service laundry based in Los Angeles. Flaunting custom wall art and holiday décor,...

Laundry, Local Police Partner for ‘Stuffed Hugs’ Program

In Neenah, Wis., the local police department runs a program called Stuffed Hugs, which collects gently used stuffed animals to give to area children. Recently, the department joined forces with Oshkosh Express Laundry Center – a full-service vended laundry in...

Continental Names New Staff Members

Continental Girbau Inc. recently welcomed Peter Grasee of Ripon, Wis., as inside sales and customer care associate; Sarah Griffin of Fond du Lac, Wis., and Courtney Krepline of Brillion, Wis., as graphic/web designers; Mike Lynch of Oshkosh, Wis., as Girbau Industrial...

Dexter University Hosts Sales Academy

Dexter Laundry recently honored the fall 2016 graduating class of Dexter University – Sales Academy. This class was comprised of Dexter authorized distributors from around the world, representing five countries and totaling more than 350 years of experience in...

Oshkosh Express Laundry Donates $1,860 to Breast Health Fund

Oshkosh Express Laundry Center, based in Oshkosh, Wis., recently presented a check for $1,860 to the Aurora Health Care Foundation’s Oshkosh Pink Possible Breast Health Fund. The Pink Possible campaign, held throughout October each year, engages local businesses...

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Our Strategic Corporate Allies support CLA’s mission through advocacy, education, and innovation to strengthen the industry, advance our members’ businesses, and prepare the next generation of laundry professionals for the future.

Interested in becoming a Strategic Corporate Ally of CLA? Contact President & CEO, Brian Wallace via email at [email protected] or call (630) 491-0499.