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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...
CLA, Affiliates Rally to Save Laundry Industry Against Sales Tax Proposals
The Coin Laundry Association and local chapters fight against sales tax proposals in six states threatening local laundry owners' bottom line OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. – November 5, 2013 – In an unprecedentedly busy set of spring legislative sessions across the country,...
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...
Use Local Laundromats to Curb Water Consumption
Saving Water One Load at a TimeDowners Grove, IL (November, 2007) – The drought in the Southeast has residents curbing their water usage, whether by desire or design, under tight water regulations. Many communities and local businesses are struggling to find...
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
- The Power of Promotions: Unleashing Creative Tactics to Keep Your Business Buzzing
- Digital Marketing: Six Strategies to Help Boost Your Business Without Breaking the Bank
- Business Profile: Modern Design and a Strong Community Focus Define New Jersey’s Bubbles Are Us Laundromats
- Industry Education: CLA’s WDF Workshop Enjoys Record Attendance in Nashville
- And More…
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Industry News
Laundry Owners Warehouse to Host Service School
Laundry Owners Warehouse will host a service school on March 8 at the company’s headquarters in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. This event – to be held from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. – will not only educate laundry owners about Dexter Laundry’s latest...
Statewide Laundry Equipment Announces Investment Seminar, Road Show Lineup
Statewide Laundry Equipment, with offices throughout Florida, has announced its lineup of 2017 Investment Seminars and Road Shows. The Investment Seminars were developed to educate and inform those considering investing in the laundry business and who want to take the...
Aaxon Announces Service School Schedule for 2017
Aaxon Laundry Systems, based in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., will offer its customers and the South Florida laundry owner community free laundry service schools on May 3, July 12 and August 16. The service schools – each to be held at the company’s headquarters...
Steve Marcionetti Named CCI President
Card Concepts Inc., headquartered in Addison, Ill., has announced the appointment of Steve Marcionetti as the company’s new president. “Steve has spearheaded the design of new products and innovations, which have contributed to our success,” said...
Laundry Owners Fight Back Against Chicago Water Tax
As earlier reported here and in PlanetLaundry magazine, the city of Chicago recently passed a new tax on all users of water and sewer in the city. The first increase of 7.5 percent will go into effect on March 1, and the tax will increase over the next four years to...
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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.
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