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Cooking, cooling, washing and drying all consume large amounts of energy and water. By simply using Energy Star-qualified equipment, a hotel operator can sharply reduce resource consumption. The kitchen and laundry can also be large waste generators. Got news or a story idea to share? Contact Glenn Hasek, editor, at (813) 510-3868, or by e-mail at: greenlodgingnews@gmail.com.

Kitchen & Laundry

Home Kitchen & Laundry
Cooking, cooling, washing and drying all consume large amounts of energy and water. By simply using Energy Star-qualified equipment, a hotel operator can sharply reduce resource consumption. The kitchen and laundry can also be large waste generators. Got news or a story idea to share? Contact Glenn Hasek, editor, at (813) 510-3868, or by e-mail at: greenlodgingnews@gmail.com.

Red Lion Inn Chef & Crew Make Outstanding in the Field Meal a Success

STOCKBRIDGE, MASS.—On Sunday, August 31, the Outstanding in the Field bus arrived in the Berkshires for a third year on the hills of Lila’s Farm in Great Barrington, Mass. Executive Chef Brian Alberg and his crew from The Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge manned the field kitchen and the celebrated long table presenting a five-course meal to 175 guests, one of the biggest dinners of Outstanding in the Field’s (OITF) season. This is the third year Brian Alberg was the selected chef for the Berkshire OITF dinner.Ingredients for each OITF meal are almost all local, sometimes sourced within inches...

Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Names Sean Patrick Curry Executive Chef

OAK BROOK, ILL.—Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center has announced the appointment of Sean Patrick Curry as Executive Chef. In his new role, Chef Curry is responsible for menu creation and daily culinary operations at the hotel and its restaurants, Windows and The Grille. In the coming weeks, Chef Curry will revamp the food culture at Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center, elevating the banquet and catering service and introducing what he refers to as modern farm cuisine.“Chef Curry brings an exceptional talent to the Hilton team, beginning with an innovative vision and an inspirational...

Study Confirms Capability of Ozone Systems to Reduce Laundry Energy, Water Consumption

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Those looking for assurance that ozone laundry technology does indeed reduce energy, water and related costs can find proof in study results recently released by the U.S. Department of Energy (D.O.E.) Building Technologies Office. The D.O.E., with the assistance of outside consultants, conducted a demonstration project to evaluate ozone laundry technologies for reducing the energy and water use of multi-load washers in healthcare and hospitality facilities.The D.O.E. report, entitled, “Demonstration of Advanced Technologies for Multi-Load Washers in Hospitality and Healthcare—Ozone Based Laundry Systems,” documents the demonstration of two ozone laundry system installations. The first installation took place at...

Girbau Industrial Releases New PC-80 Flatwork Ironer

OSHKOSH, WIS.—Girbau Industrial recently introduced the PC-80 Flatwork Ironer. The PC-80—available in 118-, 130- and 138-inch finishing widths—features up to three 32-inch diameter rolls, delivers up to 93 percent energy efficiency, produces ironing speeds reaching 147 ft./min, and offers optional GHelp remote diagnostics. Models are available in natural gas, thermal oil or steam.“The PC-80 not only offers total control over the ironing process, it delivers superior ironing results and greatly improves productivity,” said Joel Jorgensen, Continental Girbau Inc. Vice President of Sales and Customer Services. “It perfectly fits the needs of mid- and high-volume laundries looking to finish hospitality...

Green Lodging News Adds Xeros as Founding Sponsor

TAMPA, FLA.—Hasek Communications, the Cleveland, Ohio-based publisher of Green Lodging News, welcomes Xeros as a Founding Sponsor. According to Xeros, its polymer bead technology significantly reduces laundry costs, increases the life of linens, and helps hotels advance their commitment to green operations. The system uses up to 80 percent less water, 50 percent less energy, and approximately 50 percent less detergent as compared to conventional washing. The reusable beads have a lifespan of hundreds of washes before being collected and recycled.Xeros’ polymer beads replace water as the primary cleaning agent, reducing the amount of water needed to get items...

New Research Shows Restaurants Practice Sustainability

WASHINGTON—The National Restaurant Association unveiled new research that shows a substantial number of operators are implementing sustainability best practices into their businesses. The survey of 1,000 full-service and quick-service operators found that nearly three quarters of operators recycled used fryer oil, fats and grease. More than six in 10 recycled their cardboard and paper, used compact fluorescent lighting and bought products made of recycled materials. About three in 10 installed faucet aerators to conserve water.“More operators are looking at ways to increase efficiency—environmentally and fiscally,” said Scott DeFife, Executive Vice President, Policy and Government Affairs, National Restaurant Association. “Restaurateurs...

EcoTex Ozone Laundry Approved for Energy, Water Efficiency

SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIF.—ClearWater Tech, representing EcoTex Ozone Laundry Systems, has been evaluated and approved for energy and water efficiency by the U.S. Department of Energy. The U.S. Department of Energy commissioned a report to evaluate energy efficient technologies within the commercial on-premise laundry (OPL) market. After consideration of several alternative technologies, they chose to do their research on ozone for the report.The study proved the validity of EcoTex Technology as a quick return-on-investment, energy and water savings, and customer satisfaction.“Although this report does not begin to reflect our more typical eight month ROI from EcoTex,” says ClearWater Tech’s...

Lavatec Laundry Wins Judgment in Trademark Suit

BEACON FALLS, CONN.—Following a bench trial earlier this year, a federal judge in the United States District Court for the District of Connecticut today ruled in favor of Lavatec Laundry Technology, GmbH and its United States subsidiary Lavatec Laundry Technology, Inc., respectively, in a matter concerning ownership of the rights in and to the trademark “Lavatec” for use in connection with commercial laundry equipment sold in the United States. The parties to the lawsuit, the successor to the original German laundry equipment manufacturer, Lavatec Laundry Technology GmbH, and a U.S.-based laundry service parts provider, Lavatec, Inc., both claimed the...

Girbau Industrial Welcomes Michael Lynch as Senior Technician

OSHKOSH, WIS.—Michael Lynch, of Richland Hills, Texas, recently joined Girbau Industrial (GI) as Senior Industrial Technician. In his new role, Lynch trains customers and technical service personnel on the maintenance, operation, troubleshooting and repair of GI, OnePress and Continental Girbau Inc. branded laundry systems and products.Lynch, who holds 16 years of electro-mechanical experience, including nine years directly related to industrial laundry systems, most recently served as a field service technician for a major industrial laundry system manufacturer. He also holds experience as an avionics electrician and supervisor for the U.S. Marine Corps. “We are excited about welcoming Michael Lynch to...

Marriott Hotels Debuts Healthy Vending Machine

BETHESDA, MD.—Marriott Hotels, the flagship brand of Marriott International, Inc., launched its first traveler-inspired innovation—a healthy vending machine, featuring handcrafted salads, sandwiches and snacks made fresh everyday using local ingredients. The working prototype debuted in the lobby of the Chicago Marriott O’Hare, offering travelers healthy food options available all day and night during their journey. The innovation was inspired by Anjana Kallarackal, a 21-year-old college student, who answered the call to join Marriott Hotels in co-creating the future of travel as part of its Travel Brilliantly campaign.In looking to bring Anjana’s idea to life, Marriott Hotels reached out to...