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The Chicago Work Uniform Company Pays Tribute to an Industry Icon: Donald W. Buik

Friday June 26, 2015

Donald W. Buik had a remarkable career in the work uniforms & textile rental industry – just as his father, George C. Buik, he had a disproportional degree of influence because he rolled up his sleeves, got involved and shared what he learned with the industry.

My dad is 88 years old and has good days and bad days, but when my sister Christine brought him down to the uniform rental company plant and met my sister Nancy and I to tour the ever changing operation – he was beaming with pride!

A Tribute to an Industry Icon… My Dad!

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Chicago Work Uniform Company Annual Company Picnic: Roaring with Pride

Friday June 12, 2015

The Chicago uniform company hosts a family picnic every year in an effort to recognize the dedication of our team members and get to know their families better. The 19th annual company picnic was held on June 6th, 2015, featuring great food, a face painting clown, games, kids, and adult raffles and a beautiful sunny day!

The picnic is always successful because of partnerships with vendors who help support this worthy event. The uniform rental company received donations from the following vendor partners:

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