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Roscoe Work Uniform & Floor Mat Rental: 11 Differentiators
After 95 years in business, we thought we’d compile the Top 11 areas in which we provide more value than other work uniform rental companies time and time again: Customer Satisfaction: we’ve achieved some of the highest customer satisfaction ratings in the textile rental industry Fixed Rental Rates: and guaranteed up to 84 months with a transparent … Read more
Clean Green Certification 2016
In 2012, the Textiles Rental Services Association (TRSA) launched an initiative called the Clean Green Certification Program. Shortly thereafter, we became the first industrial launderer to become Clean Green Certified and we are still the only uniform rental supplier in Chicago to be certified following our re-certification. Clean Green Certification Process Every year, we go … Read more
Chicago Work Uniform Company Upgrades Executive Line
After Extensive Wash & Wear Testing, We’ve Upgraded Our Executive Line of Rental Apparel We’ve reviewed hundreds of executive work uniform options over the past year and even tested 25. As a result, we’ve selected four new shirt styles for men and women, each of which includes a variety of different colors and cuts. Why … Read more
Roscoe Presents Textile Service Webinar with TRSA
TRSA recently hosted the webinar “Leadership and Coaching for Textile Services Managers and Staff Members.” The webinar was led by our production team leader, Miriam Avila, and our service team leader, Wesley Rowe. Miriam and Wes discussed their duties, tools and training programs we’ve implemented in our day-to-day operations to empower our team members. Miriam … Read more
Local & Family Owned vs. National Chains
The Roscoe Company: Local & Family Owned Since 1921 America is increasingly heading back to its roots, embracing local, independent companies with rich histories. Family-owned businesses provide countless benefits for the economy and the local community, accounting for over 50% of the gross domestic product. This rings true for textile rental companies, like Roscoe – … Read more
Thanks, Giving!
Dear Customers, Vendor Partners and Team Members, We have so much to be thankful for at Roscoe in spite of losing Donald W. Buik, son of the founder and industry giant, a few months ago. Our customer satisfaction, as measured by an independent research organization, is at an all time high, growth has exceeded expectations … Read more
Two New Roscoe 20-Year Club Inductees
This year, The Roscoe Company will recognize two employees that have been with us for 20 years: Russell Burt and Andrew Nutall. Both are route service representatives (RSRs) and we interviewed them to learn about their Roscoe experience and why they’re still with us after two decades. Russell Burt Russell’s first experience with The Roscoe … Read more
Roscoe Floor Mat Systems Improve Safety & Reduce Maintenance Costs
In addition to work uniforms, Roscoe provides floor mat rental systems that stop dust, dirt, water, and debris more effectively than store bought (disposable) mats or using a single type of mat. Our mat system includes the following: Scraper Mats are a rubber product, often placed outside of entrances that scrape debris off boots and … Read more
Longtime Plant Expert Mike Alesia Passes On
Michael J. Alesia, an executive with The Roscoe Co., who retired in 2010 after 31 years of service with the company and the industry as an active member of UTSA, passed away on October 31. Alesia worked as a dock supervisor for F.W. Means in Chicago before joining Roscoe in 1979. He rose through the … Read more